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What's happening this week: Phillies vs. Brewers, June 3-5

Rhys Hoskins returns, paint the new Dick Allen mural & Philadelphia Orchestra performs “Take Me Out to the Ballgame;” Ceremonial pitches by Tony Hale, Miles Teller’s father & Project HOME’s Joan Dawson McConnon; Also, Temple Health Strike Out Cancer Night, London 2024 Sunglasses presented by SEI, 2024 MLB All-Star Ballot begins on Wednesday!
2:03 PM EDT

Former Phils slugger Rhys Hoskins returns to Citizens Bank Park with the Milwaukee Brewers for a three-game series, June 3-5, before the team heads off to London! Here’s a look at some of the fan highlights surrounding this week’s games:

Cubs select INF David Bote from Triple-A Iowa, option INF Nick Madrigal to Triple-A

1:02 PM EDT

CHICAGO – The Chicago Cubs today selected infielder David Bote from Triple-A Iowa and optioned infielder Nick Madrigal to Triple-A. To make room on the 40-man roster, Adbert Alzolay has been transferred to the 60-day injured list. Bote, 31, has spent the entire 2024 season with Iowa, hitting .259 (28-for-108)

White Sox announce two roster moves

11:09 AM EDT

MILWAUKEE - Prior to today’s series finale at Milwaukee, the Chicago White Sox announced the following two roster moves:

  • Placed on 10-Day Injured List (1): OF Andrew Benintendi with left achilles tendinitis;
  • Recalled from Class AAA Charlotte (1): OF Oscar Colás. Colás is hitting .244/.358/.406 (39-160) with seven

Washington Nationals recall Drew Millas

11:01 AM EDT

The Washington Nationals recalled catcher Drew Millas from Triple-A Rochester and optioned catcher Riley Adams to Triple-A Rochester on Sunday. Nationals President of Baseball Operations and General Manager Mike Rizzo made the announcement. Millas, 26, joins the Nationals for the third time this season after hitting .308 with six doubles,

Guardians roster moves

10:36 AM EDT

CLEVELAND, OH – The Cleveland Guardians today announced the following transactions relative to the Major League roster: Activated RHP Carlos Carrasco from the 15-day Injured List (acute neck spasms). Selected the contract of INF/OF Daniel Schneemann from AAA Columbus. Placed RHP Eli Morgan on the 15-day Injured List (right elbow

Red Sox Announce Roster Moves

10:07 AM EDT

BOSTON, MA—The Boston Red Sox today announced the following roster moves:

  • Placed infielder Vaughn Grissom on the 10-Day Injured List with a right hamstring strain.
  • Placed infielder/outfielder Romy Gonzalez on the 10-Day Injured List, retroactive to May 31, with a left hamstring strain.
  • Transferred right-handed pitcher Garrett

A’s Reinstate RHP Medina from Injured List; Designate RHP Brooks for Assignment

10:06 AM EDT

OAKLAND, Calif. — The Oakland A’s reinstated right-handed pitcher Luis Medina from the 60-day injured list and designated right-handed pitcher Aaron Brooks for assignment, the club announced today. Medina began the season on the injured list after suffering a right MCL sprain during spring training and will be making his

Bobby Witt Jr., Seth Lugo Named Royals Player/Pitcher Of The Month For May

10:06 AM EDT

KANSAS CITY, Mo.—The Kansas City Royals announced this morning that infielder Bobby Witt Jr. and right-handed pitcher Seth Lugo have been named Royals Player and Pitcher of the Month, respectively, for May. The awards are determined by a local media vote. Witt Jr. ranked among Major League leaders in several

Diamondbacks celebrate the life and legacy of Lou Gehrig to kick-off three-game homestand against the Giants

Ballpark Summer Pass first games and team celebrates “602 Day”
June 1, 2024

The Arizona Diamondbacks return home for a quick three-game series against the San Francisco Giants beginning on Monday, June 3, when the team will honor an annual MLB tradition and celebrate the inspirational life of one of baseball’s greatest players, Lou Gehrig. Gehrig, who played 17 seasons with the New

Phillies claim Freddy Tarnok

June 1, 2024

The Phillies have claimed right-handed pitcher Freddy Tarnok off waivers from the Oakland Athletics. He has been reinstated from the 60-day injured list and optioned to triple-A Lehigh Valley. To make room for Tarnok on the 40-man roster, right-handed pitcher Dylan Covey was transferred to the 60-day injured list. Phillies

Yankees roster moves

June 1, 2024

Following Friday’s game, the Yankees optioned RHP Cody Morris to Triple-A Scranton Wilkes-Barre. Prior to tonight’s game, the Yankees recalled RHP Cody Poteet (#72) from Triple-A Scranton Wilkes-Barre.

Blue Jays roster moves

June 1, 2024

The Toronto Blue Jays have made the following roster moves:

  • LHP Brendon Little has been recalled from Triple-A Buffalo and will be active for today’s game
  • RHP Jordan Romano has been placed on the 15-day injured list (right elbow inflammation) retroactive to May 30

Dodgers activate Evan Phillips

May 31, 2024

LOS ANGELES - The Los Angeles Dodgers activated right-handed pitcher Evan Phillips from the injured list and designated right-handed pitcher Elieser Hernández for assignment. Phillips, 29, missed 23 games with a right hamstring strain. He made two rehab appearances with Low-A Rancho Cucamonga, striking out three batters in 1.2 innings.

San Francisco Minor Leaguer Tandron Suspended

May 31, 2024

The Office of the Commissioner of Baseball announced today that San Francisco Giants Minor League shortstop Anthony Tandron, who is currently on the roster of the Dominican Summer League Giants, has received a 56-game suspension without pay after testing positive for Boldenone, a performance enhancing substance in violation of Major

MLB and UNINTERRUPTED announce 'BARNSTORM BIRMINGHAM,' a Juneteenth Celebration at Rickwood Field

Experience Includes UNINTERRUPTED Fam Jam Celebrity Softball Game, With Rules in Tribute to Negro Leagues Style, and Postgame Performance by Global Music Superstar Metro Boomin; Exclusive Alabama Resident Ticket Sales Launches TODAY for Event on June 19th; General Public Sales Begin Wednesday, June 5thTickets Priced at $24 in Nod to Birmingham’s Own, the Great Willie Mays
May 31, 2024

Major League Baseball and UNINTERRUPTED, the award-winning athlete storytelling brand founded by LeBron James and Maverick Carter, today announced ‘BARNSTORM BIRMINGHAM,’ a Juneteenth celebration at Rickwood Field that will be centered on Fam Jam, a celebrity softball game, followed by an electric performance by global music superstar Metro Boomin. Launched

Blue Jays roster moves

May 31, 2024

The Toronto Blue Jays have acquired RHP Ryan Burr from the Philadelphia Phillies in exchange for cash considerations. Burr has been added to the Major League roster and will be active for tonight’s game. Burr, 30, has appeared in 15 games for the Phillies’ Triple-A squad in Lehigh Valley this

A’s recall RHP Dany Jiménez and LHP Brady Basso from Triple-A Las Vegas

RHP Lucas Erceg Placed on 15-day Injured List; RHP Tyler Ferguson Optioned to Las Vegas
May 31, 2024

OAKLAND, Calif. — The Oakland A’s recalled right-handed pitcher Dany Jiménez and left-handed pitcher Brady Basso from Triple-A Las Vegas, the club announced today. The A’s also placed right-handed pitcher Lucas Erceg on the 15-day injured list retroactive to May 26 with a strained right forearm and optioned right-handed pitcher

Yankees transaction

May 31, 2024

Earlier today, the Yankees traded C Luis Torrens to the New York Mets in exchange for cash considerations.

Philadelphia Phillies and local Planet Fitness franchise groups team up to bring ‘Judgement Free’ fitness and wellness perks to fans

May 31, 2024

The Philadelphia Phillies have proudly announced a new multi-year partnership with local Planet Fitness franchise groups in collaboration with Universal Sports and Entertainment, a Division of Universal Media Inc., giving fans access to a variety of fitness and wellness opportunities. As part of the partnership, fans coming to cheer on

Semien family summer food distributions return to Texas Rangers Youth Academy

May 31, 2024

Texas Rangers second baseman Marcus Semien and his family are partnering with the Rangers Foundation and Food for the Soul for the second consecutive year to support kids participating in summer programming at the Texas Rangers Youth Academy. As athletes and parents of four young children, Semien and his wife

Texas Rangers Scout Team wins Five Tool Tournament

Inaugural Scout Team wins first tournament during Memorial Day Weekend; Rangers 15U baseball and 18U softball finish tournaments with winning records
May 31, 2024

The Texas Rangers Youth Academy’s 18U baseball Scout Team had a successful weekend competing in the Five Tool Texas DFW Kickoff Tournament, where they finished with a perfect 6-0 record and captured the championship title. The offense was seemingly unstoppable as the team put up double digits in multiple games.

White sox recall Lenyn Sosa from Class AAA Charlotte

May 31, 2024

MILWAUKEE – Prior to tonight’s game at Milwaukee, the Chicago White Sox have recalled infielder Lenyn Sosa from Class AAA Charlotte. Sosa, 24, is slashing .284/.355/.627 (19-67) with five doubles, six home runs, 14 RBI, eight walks and 13 runs scored with Charlotte this season. His .627 slugging percentage would

Red Sox Scholars Class of 2024 to be introduced at Fenway Park Saturday

May 31, 2024

BOSTON, MA – The Boston Red Sox and Red Sox Foundation will introduce the newest class of Red Sox Scholars tomorrow, June 1, at Fenway Park in a ceremony before the 4:10 p.m. Red Sox- Tigers game. The Red Sox Scholars program is presented by Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

Atlanta Braves to Bring Back Popular OutKast Night at Truist Park on Tuesday, August 6th

Celebrations to include fan favorite OutKast bobblehead gate giveaway, ‘ATLiens Diner’ food truck, co-branded merchandise, and more
May 31, 2024

ATLANTA (May 31, 2024) – Last year, the Atlanta Braves paid tribute to iconic Atlanta hip hop duo OutKast with an OutKast Night at Truist Park. Based on the major success of that evening, the Braves will again host OutKast Night at Truist Park and The Battery Atlanta on Tuesday,

European Development Tournament launches baseball development efforts by MLB to celebrate the 2024 London Series presented by Zoom Workplace

Tournament Featuring 86 Secondary School & College-level Players From 13 Nations Across Europe To Be Played at Farnham Park Baseball & Softball Complex in Slough; Events to Grow the Sport also include “PLAY BALL” in Cardiff with Nike RBI Wales, First Pitch Festival in London, and an MLB Together Legacy Unveil at Roger Ascham Primary School
May 31, 2024

Major League Baseball today announced the schedule of development-focused activities connected to the 2024 London Series presented by Zoom Workplace, led by the annual European Development Tournament and including youth engagement events in the United Kingdom (London and Cardiff). The programs are designed to grow and promote baseball and softball