Vaughn Grissom was already questionable for Opening Day, but Alex Cora offered an update this morning on the timeline for his second baseman’s return. “We’re talking mid-April probably, [or] late April,” the Red Sox manager told members of the media, including Ian Browne of MLB.com. Grissom has not yet appeared in a Grapefruit League game; he has been nursing a groin strain all … [Read more...] about Red Sox Notes: Grissom, Winckowski, Rotation, Booser
Eury Perez To Undergo Imaging Due To Elbow Soreness
The Marlins announced this afternoon that right-hander Eury Perez is experiencing elbow soreness and is set to undergo imaging and testing over the course of the coming days. Jon Heyman of the New York Post adds that part of the club’s diagnostic process will be a trip to Texas, where Perez will meet with noted orthopedic surgeon Dr. Keith Meister. Earlier this week, Perez was … [Read more...] about Eury Perez To Undergo Imaging Due To Elbow Soreness
Jose Urquidy Being Evaluated For Elbow Injury; Astros Remain In Market For Starting Pitching
Astros right-hander Jose Urquidy pulled himself from a minor league game after 43 pitches due to pain in his right elbow, manager Joe Espada told reporters (X link via Matt Kawahara of the Houston Chronicle). He’d been scheduled to throw around 60 pitches. It’s a concerning development for a Houston club that will see Justin Verlander open the season on the injured list and … [Read more...] about Jose Urquidy Being Evaluated For Elbow Injury; Astros Remain In Market For Starting Pitching
Offseason In Review: Houston Astros
The Astros entered the offseason anticipating a few depth acquisitions. An injury to one of their anticipated setup relievers spurred them in another direction: a bold strike for one of the sport’s best late-game weapons. Major League Signings LHP Josh Hader: Five years, $95MM C Victor Caratini: Two years, $12MM 2024 spending: $25MM Total spending: $107MM Option … [Read more...] about Offseason In Review: Houston Astros
Rob Refsnyder Suffers Fractured Toe
Red Sox outfielder Rob Refsnyder was hit by a pitch on his foot during yesterday’s Grapefruit League contest. He told reporters after the game that he had a “crack” in his pinky toe, per Ian Browne of MLB.com. Today, the club confirmed to reporters that Refsnyder has a fractured left pinky toe, with Pete Abraham of the Boston Globe among those to relay the news. The club hasn’t … [Read more...] about Rob Refsnyder Suffers Fractured Toe