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Carlos Quentin (wrist) sitting out Wednesday

Carlos Quentin (wrist) is not in the Padres' lineup Wednesday.

Quentin was hit by a pitch just above the wrist Tuesday. X-rays came back negative, but Quentin is still a little sore and the Padres have decided to give him a night of rest. It's not expected to be a DL situation. Chris Denorfia is starting in his place Wednesday.

Source: Bill Center on Twitter

Wed, Apr 10, 2013 06:27:00 PM

Brandon Finnegan (shoulder) headed back to DL

Brandon Finnegan (shoulder) will be placed back on the disabled list.

Finnegan re-injured himself on Monday while making his first start since mid-April. The Reds initially said is was a left triceps strain, but now they say he's dealing with another shoulder injury that's in a different spot that his first ailment. He's sidelined indefinitely and it's beginning to look like a lost season for the southpaw.

Source: Zach Buchanan on Twitter

Jun 27 - 4:17 PM

Manuel Margot activated from disabled list

Padres activated OF Manuel Margot from the 10-day disabled list.

Margot has been sidelined for a little over a month with a strained calf. He went just 3-for-20 (.150) during his rehab assignment, but the rookie outfielder feels healthy and that's really all the Padres care about.

Jun 27 - 4:04 PM

Villar on the bench in return from DL

Jonathan Villar is not in the starting lineup Tuesday versus the Reds.

In other words, Villar is sitting in his return from the disabled list while the hot-hitting Eric Sogard will start at second base and hit leadoff. He struggled before hitting the DL with a back strain and now his playing time could be in jeopardy. Ryan Braun, who was also activated from the DL on Tuesday, is in the lineup.

Source: Milwaukee Brewers on Twitter

Jun 27 - 3:47 PM

Conforto (hand) out of Tuesday's liineup

Michael Conforto (hand) is not in Tuesday's lineup against the Marlins.

X-rays came back negative after Conforto was hit in the left wrist/hand by a pitch on Sunday, but he needs some more time before returning to the lineup. Conforto hasn't tried swinging a bat yet, but manager Terry Collins thinks he'll be available off the bench. The Mets will go with Yoenis Cespedes, Curtis Granderson, and Jay Bruce across their outfield on Tuesday.

Source: Matt Ehalt on Twitter

Jun 27 - 3:45 PM

Hanley Ramirez (knee) out again Tuesday

Hanley Ramirez (knee) is out of the starting lineup again on Tuesday.

Ramirez has now missed back-to-back starts since he was hit in the left knee by a pitch during Sunday's game. Chris Young will cover DH duties with lefty Hector Santiago on the hill for Minnesota.

Source: Evan Drellich on Twitter

Jun 27 - 3:37 PM

Blue Jays designate Grilli for assignment

Blue Jays designated RHP Jason Grilli for assignment.

It's part of a host of moves for the Blue Jays, including the addition of Chris Smith to the bullpen. The 40-year-old Grilli has put up an unsightly 6.97 ERA over 26 appearances this season and the Blue Jays are now ready to move forward. It should be noted that Grilli's secondary numbers aren't nearly as bad, so he should attract some interest on the open market.

Jun 27 - 3:25 PM

Brewers activate OF Braun from disabled list

Brewers activated OF Ryan Braun from the 10-day disabled list.

Braun, who has been out for a month with a calf strain, went 2-for-8 with a homer during a brief minor league rehab stint with Class A Wisconsin. The 33-year-old returns to a .262/.350/.524 batting line with seven home runs and 19 RBI over 30 games.

Jun 27 - 3:18 PM

Addison Russell (shoulder) out again Tuesday

Addison Russell (shoulder) is out of the Cubs' lineup again on Tuesday.

Russell was able to pinch hit on Monday, but his shoulder apparently isn't 100 percent just yet. Javier Baez will cover shortstop duties while Tommy La Stella plays second and Jeimer Candelario starts at third. Kris Bryant will play right field.

Source: Chicago Cubs on Twitter

Jun 27 - 3:07 PM

Anthony Rizzo back in leadoff spot Tuesday

Anthony Rizzo is back in the leadoff spot for Tuesday's game against the Nationals.

Rizzo hit second Monday with Wellington Castillo getting a shot out of the leadoff spot, but he's back in there for Tuesday's game. Rizzo is hitting .333/.400/.714 with four homers and 11 RBI in 11 games out of the leadoff spot.

Source: Chicago Cubs on Twitter

Jun 27 - 3:05 PM

McCutchen moves into No. 3 spot Tuesday

Andrew McCutchen will move into the No. 3 spot Tuesday against the Rays.

McCutchen caught fire out of the No. 6 spot, batting .380 with eight homers and a 1.161 OPS over 28 games. Pirates manager Clint Hurdle has resisted switching things up until now, but he's finally ready for a change. Fantasy owners won't complain.

Source: Pittsburgh Pirates on Twitter

Jun 27 - 2:53 PM

Report: Braves interested in Archer/Quintana

According to David O'Brien of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, the Braves remain interested in trading for White Sox left-hander Jose Quintana or Rays right-hander Chris Archer.

It's no surprise, as the Braves were linked to both pitchers during the offseason. O'Brien hears that the club had scouts at Sonny Gray's start on Sunday, but they are more interested in landing either Quintana or Archer. The Braves aren't a contender, so they are looking for a pitcher under team control for multiple seasons. Both pitchers qualify. Quintana might be a more realistic target, as the Rays have a legitimate shot to win this year. Either way, the price tag would be substantial.

Source: Atlanta Journal-Constitution

Jun 27 - 2:21 PM