Daily Reminder

June 25, 2023

Don't strike out before the game even starts! Set your lineup now to prepare yourself for a victory this week.

"When you start the game, they don't say 'Work Ball!' They say, 'Play ball!"

Willie Stargell

Injury Report

Byron Buxton exited yesterdays game for the Twins in the 8th inning due to back spasms. This hopefully should not be a long term injury, but with Buxton’s history you never really know. Since he has struggled to stay on the field throughout his career, the Twins will be very cautious with their center fielder.

James Paxton was pulled from yesterdays start after just four innings. He was throwing a good game, having only allowed just one run up until he was taken out. Paxton is experiencing some right knee soreness which will hopefully not land him on the IL. The Red Sox will be announcing more in the coming days.

Ben Lively was placed on the 15 day IL with a right pectoral strain. Lively has been decently productive for the Reds, owning a 4.11 ERA through 9 starts. The Reds have not announced how long he will be out but it is a good possibility it could be longer than the minimum stay.

Notable Performances

Ian Happ went 2-5 with 2 HR’s and 2 RBI’s in the Cubs 9-1 win over the Cardinals. Happ started the scoring early, hitting his first solo shot in the 2nd for the first runs scored in London. He then followed with another HR in his next at bat in the 3rd. The 28 year old has been productive this year hitting .268 with 7 HR’s and 37 RBI’s to go along with 6 SB’s.

The Las Angeles Angels

Willy Adames single handedly beat the Guardians going 4-5 with 2 HR’s and 5 RBI’s in the Brewers 7-1 win.

Clubhouse Stories

⚾️Who knew that MLB players are compensated for the their in game interviews during nationally televised games. A player gets paid $10k by the MLB and players union for the few minute interview.

That's the final out for this one. Keep chasing that trophy 🏆