MLB Player News

Vinny Capra
Chicago White Sox • #41 • SS
Vinny Capra Designated For Assignment By Chicago White Sox
Vinny Capra has been designated for assignment by the Chicago White Sox.
What It Means
The White Sox made a roster move involving their third baseman. This decision follows Capra's recent performance at the plate.
In the 2025 season, he played 47 games, starting 24 of them. Capra recorded a batting average of .125 with 12 hits in 96 at-bats.
Colson Montgomery
Chicago White Sox • SS
Colson Montgomery Recalled by Chicago White Sox on July 4, 2025
The Chicago White Sox have recalled shortstop Colson Montgomery, adding him to their 40-man active roster.
What It Means
Montgomery joins the White Sox as they prepare for their upcoming game against the Colorado Rockies. This move adds depth to the roster, and he will wear jersey number 83.
The game is set for July 4, 2025, at Coors Field. Montgomery has not played in any games this season, so this will mark his debut.

Chris Devenski
New York Mets • #49 • RP
Mets Recall Chris Devenski On July 4, 2025
Chris Devenski has been recalled by the New York Mets and is now active on their 40-man roster.
What It Means
The Mets have added an experienced arm to their bullpen. As of July 4, 2025, the team has activated him for their roster.
Devenski has pitched in four games this season with a 3.60 ERA. He has logged five innings and struck out five batters while maintaining a WHIP of 0.80.

Jose Butto
New York Mets • #70 • RP
José Buttó of New York Mets Out With Illness on 15-Day IL
José Buttó of the New York Mets is out with an illness and placed on the 15-day injured list.
What It Means
José Buttó has pitched in 31 games this season for the New York Mets. He has not started any games but has managed a 2.47 ERA over 43 2/3 innings pitched. Buttó has recorded 39 strikeouts and 20 walks, with a WHIP of 1.26 and one save.
In recent games, Buttó pitched two innings against the Pittsburgh Pirates on June 28, allowing one hit and one walk with one strikeout. Before that, he pitched one inning against the Atlanta Braves on June 25, with no earned runs and two strikeouts. Buttó's K/9 rate for the season stands at 8.0.

Jordan Wicks
Chicago Cubs • #36 • RP
Jordan Wicks Recalled by Chicago Cubs on July 4, 2025
Jordan Wicks has been recalled by the Chicago Cubs, adding depth to their pitching rotation.
What It Means
The Cubs have added depth to their pitching staff just in time for their upcoming home game against the Cardinals at Wrigley Field. With jersey number 36, he brings left-handed pitching to the mound, adding to his three years of MLB experience.
In the 2025 season, he has appeared in two games, pitching two innings with an ERA of 13.50. His recent performance includes a two-inning outing against the Diamondbacks, where he struck out two batters.

Jameson Taillon
Chicago Cubs • #50 • SP
Jameson Taillon Placed On 15-Day Injured List With Calf Strain
Jameson Taillon of the Chicago Cubs is out due to a right calf strain and is on the 15-day injured list.
What It Means
Jameson Taillon has pitched in 17 games this season for the Chicago Cubs. He has a record of 7 wins and 6 losses. His ERA is 4.44, and his WHIP stands at 1.11 over 95 1/3 innings.
In his last game on June 29, Taillon pitched 4.67 innings against the Houston Astros. He allowed 2 earned runs and struck out 4 batters. His recent performances have included three straight losses, with his most recent win on June 12 against the Pittsburgh Pirates.

Seth Johnson
Philadelphia Phillies • #51 • RP
Seth Johnson Recalled By Philadelphia Phillies On July 4, 2025
The Philadelphia Phillies have recalled starting pitcher Seth Johnson, adding him back to their active roster.
What It Means
Johnson returns to the Phillies' active roster for the third time this season. His last appearance was on July 2, 2025, against the San Diego Padres, where he pitched two scoreless innings.
The Phillies will face the Cincinnati Reds at home on July 4, 2025. Johnson's return provides the team with additional pitching depth as they continue their regular season.

Clarke Schmidt
New York Yankees • #36 • SP
Clarke Schmidt Out 15 Days With Forearm Injury For Yankees
Clarke Schmidt of the New York Yankees is on the 15-day injured list with right forearm tightness.
What It Means
Clarke Schmidt has pitched in 14 games this season, all as a starter. He has thrown 78 2/3 innings with a record of 4 wins and 4 losses. Schmidt has posted an ERA of 3.32 and a WHIP of 1.09, striking out 73 batters and walking 30.
Recently, Schmidt pitched against the Toronto Blue Jays on July 3, where the Yankees lost 8-5. In that game, Schmidt pitched 3 innings, allowing 3 earned runs on 4 hits, with 2 walks and 1 strikeout. His performance on June 21 against the Baltimore Orioles was strong, delivering 7 scoreless innings in a 9-0 win.

Scott Effross
New York Yankees • #57 • RP
Scott Effross Recalled by New York Yankees on July 4, 2025
The New York Yankees have recalled relief pitcher Scott Effross to their active roster.
What It Means
Effross returns to the Yankees for their upcoming game against the Mets. He has played one game this season, pitching one inning without allowing any runs.
The right-hander made his MLB debut in 2021 and has four years of experience. Effross wears jersey number 57 and is currently on the active roster for the Yankees.

Ryan Loutos
Washington Nationals • #52 • RP
Ryan Loutos Recalled by Washington Nationals on July 4, 2025
The Washington Nationals have recalled relief pitcher Ryan Loutos, who wears jersey number 52 and has two years of MLB experience.
What It Means
The Nationals have brought back the right-handed pitcher for their upcoming game against the Boston Red Sox. He is on the active roster and ready to contribute from the bullpen.
This season, he has pitched in eight games, logging 7 1/3 innings with an ERA of 13.50. His record stands at one win, no losses, and he has recorded four strikeouts.