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Cubs’ Swanson headed to IL with oblique injury after early exit
Swanson left Sunday’s game with left-side discomfort after an awkward swing; the Cubs later announced an oblique injury that will place him on the Injured List for a multi-week absence, prompting defensive shifts (Hoerner to short, Ramirez to second) as James Triantos filled in, with MRI results expected to clarify the severity and timeline.
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Yankees promote Lombard Jr. to make MLB debut against Cardinals
The Yankees are promoting top prospect George Lombard Jr. from Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre to make his MLB debut against the Cardinals on Tuesday. At 21, he’s valued for his elite defense and is viewed as a long-term shortstop option, potentially reshaping the Volpe/Caballero situation, though his immediate fantasy impact is likely limited.
Reds Call Up Héctor Rodríguez for MLB Debut
Cincinnati will promote 22-year-old Héctor Rodríguez from Triple-A Louisville to make his MLB debut in Tuesday’s series opener against the Athletics; Rodríguez slashed .274/.347/.533 with 27 home runs and 6 stolen bases over 455 PAs at Louisville and is viewed as a power-speed prospect who could become the Reds’ everyday left fielder down the stretch, with potential fantasy value in deeper leagues.
Mariners Swing for Ward, Sending Three Prospects to Orioles
The Seattle Mariners are reportedly acquiring outfielder Taylor Ward from the Baltimore Orioles in exchange for three minor league pitchers—Alex Hoppe, Brock Moore and Harrison Kreiling. Ward is expected to play right field and hit near the top of the lineup for Seattle, but the ballpark change could dampen his fantasy value as his power has cooled this year compared with his prior seasons.
Rays land Liam Hicks in multi-prospect swap with Marlins
The Rays will acquire catcher Liam Hicks from the Marlins in a three-prospect deal that includes Brayden Taylor, Adrian Santana and Jacob Kisting, per ESPN’s Jeff Passan and The Athletic’s Ken Rosenthal. Tampa Bay is expected to demote lefty-hitting catcher Hunter Feduccia and keep Nick Fortes as Hicks’ backup, while the Marlins could recall Agustín Ramírez to DH behind Joe Mack. Hicks, a 27-year-old left-handed hitter, is slashing .283/.364/.434 with 14 homers and 62 RBI in 405 plate appearances this season, providing the Rays with added catching depth.
Padres Near Robbie Ray Deal to Bolster Rotation
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Guardians land Jo Adell from Angels to bolster outfield
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Yankees land Luis García Jr. from Nationals in four-pitcher trade
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