The Mets have signed 2016 first-round Draft pick Justin Dunn, a right-handed pitcher out of Boston College who was selected No. 19 overall. According to MLBPipeline.com’s Jim Callis, the signing is for the full pick value of $2,378,800. The club has not confirmed the amount.
Right hamstring strain forces Pearce to DL
The Rays placed Steve Pearce on the disabled list on Tuesday with a strained right hamstring, but they did get some good news on outfielder Mikie Mahtook, whose fractured left hand did not require surgery.
Today’s starting lineups: June 21
Every lineup, every day, as they are made public by the clubs.
Angels get cash from Rangers for Kubitza
The Angels sent Kyle Kubitza to the Rangers for cash considerations on Tuesday, eight days after designating their third-base prospect for assignment in order to clear space on the 40-man roster.
Reds activate Iglesias, place Wood on paternity list
The Reds activated pitcher Raisel Iglesias from the disabled list on Tuesday and placed reliever Blake Wood on the paternity list.
Mets put Henderson on DL, recall Gilmartin
Mets reliever Jim Henderson, who returned to the Majors this year following a second shoulder surgery, is back on the disabled list with an injury in that joint. The Mets placed Henderson on the DL before Tuesday’s game and recalled left-hander Sean Gilmartin, who had been starting games for Triple-A Las Vegas.
Braves place Mallex on DL; recall Bonifacio
The Braves today placed outfielder Mallex Smith on the 15-day disabled list with a fractured left thumb and recalled Emilio Bonifacio from Triple-A Gwinnett.
d’Arnaud returns; Mets option Plawecki
As expected, the Mets activated catcher Travis d’Arnaud from the disabled list in time for Tuesday’s game against the Royals. D’Arnaud had not played since April 25 due to a partially torn right rotator cuff. To clear roster space, the Mets optioned backup Kevin Plawecki to Triple-A Las Vegas.
Statcast: Nelson’s pitch metrics improving
He’s throwing more sinkers and fewer four-seamers. His most-used pitch — the sinker — is getting hit harder, but his slider hasn’t been hit at all. Does Statcast™ provide any answers for Jimmy Nelson’s June swoon?
5 keys to Rangers’ ascent in the AL
The Rangers are an example of how the best teams, many times, are the deepest teams.
Bucs to recall Boscan for 1st MLB start tonight
Right-hander Wilfredo Boscan will be recalled from Triple-A Indianapolis on Tuesday night and make his first Major League start against the Giants.
Mets opt to line up Thor for start vs. Nationals
Seeking to line up their best pitchers against the Nationals next week, the Mets made a late switch to their rotation on Tuesday. Noah Syndergaard, who was originally scheduled to start the opener of a two-game set against the Royals at Citi Field, will instead pitch on Wednesday. Bartolo Colon was moved up a day to start in his place.
Betts takes lead in 4-way charge for third OF spot in AL
Mookie Betts of the Red Sox has moved into the third starting American League outfield spot as that race tightened in the past week, and the Blue Jays’ Jose Bautista is also making a big charge despite going on the disabled list with an injured right big toe, as a mere 133,097 votes separate four candidates for that final spot as we hit the homestretch of the 2016 Esurance MLB All-Star Game Ballot.
Rays recall Franklin from Triple-A Durham
Infielder Nick Franklin has been recalled from Triple-A Durham, and should be available to play Tuesday night when the Rays meet the Indians for the second game of a three-game series.
Meet Moniak: Phillies introduce No. 1 pick
No. 1 overall Draft pick Mickey Moniak was formally introduced Tuesday afternoon at Citizens Bank Park, donning his red hat and pinstripes for the first time.
Phillies sign No. 1 overall pick Moniak
Phillies prospect Mickey Moniak is signed and ready to begin his professional baseball career.
Top 2017 Draft prospects to watch at Tournament of Stars
With the 2016 Draft firmly in the rear-view mirror, work on 2017 is already underway. The high school summer showcase circuit began last week with the Perfect Game National Showcase. Now the scouting industry heads en masse to Cary, North Carolina, for USA Baseball’s Tournament of Stars, running from Tuesday through Sunday.