Carpenter needs several rehab games with the Mud Hens before returning to the Tigers, which means he likely won't be activated for the series opener Thursday, July 24, against the Toronto Blue Jays at Comerica Park.

In a game deemed the MLB Pipeline Prospect Showcase, Justin Crawford (PHI No. 3/MLB No. 45) certainly put his best foot forward, acting as the ideal leadoff man one step away from the Majors in the Phillies system.

Cubs right-hander Ben Brown had been happy with his changeup all game, but as the fifth inning continued to spin out of his control against the Royals, and with speedy Bobby Witt

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The Cubs’ starting pitching depth has been tested plenty in the 2025 season. The front office may add external options as the July 31 Trade Deadline nears, but to help address the shortage now, the team is bringing back up one of its more intriguing young arms.

The New York Mets on have sent Prince George native Jared Young back to their triple-A affiliate in Syracuse, N.Y. Young was called up to the major league team for his second stint this season with New York on July 11 and played one game before the all-star break.

The Athletics recalled Cortes from Triple-A Las Vegas on Tuesday. Cortes has put up a 1.017 OPS with 17 home runs at hitter-friendly Las Vegas and the Pacific Coast League this season. The 28-year-old can play both corner outfield spots and will be making his major-league debut when/if he gets into a game.