MLB Player News

George Kirby
Seattle Mariners • #68 • SP
George Kirby Expected to Start Despite Facial Injury for Mariners
George Kirby of the Seattle Mariners is dealing with a facial injury but is expected to make his next start.
What It Means
George Kirby of the Seattle Mariners is set to make his next start despite recent setbacks. Previously, he dealt with a shoulder injury earlier in the season, causing him to miss some games. Since returning, he has appeared in three games, each resulting in a loss.
Kirby has pitched 13 2/3 innings this season with an ERA of 8.56 and a WHIP of 1.83. In these games, he recorded 11 strikeouts and issued four walks. His K/9 rate stands at 7.2, showing his ability to strike out batters even when facing challenges on the mound.

Julian Merryweather
Chicago Cubs • #66 • RP
Julian Merryweather Signs With Mets After Time With Cubs
Julian Merryweather has signed with the New York Mets, leaving the Chicago Cubs.
What It Means
The Mets have acquired a right-handed pitcher with six years of MLB experience. Merryweather played 21 games this season, recording 18 2/3 innings with an ERA of 5.79.
His previous team was the Cubs, where he held the jersey number 66. This season, he has notched 15 strikeouts and 11 walks, with no wins or saves.

Ben Gamel
Detroit Tigers • #11 • RF/CF
Ben Gamel Signs With Angels After Leaving Tigers on June 7, 2025
Ben Gamel has signed with the Angels, leaving his position with the Detroit Tigers where he played as a right fielder.
What It Means
Gamel's move to the Angels comes after a short stint with the Tigers. He joined the Angels on June 7, 2025, the same day they face the Mariners at Angel Stadium.
Gamel has nine years of MLB experience, debuting in 2016. He bats and throws left-handed, standing at 71 inches and weighing 180 pounds.

Josh Winckowski
Boston Red Sox • #25 • RP
Josh Winckowski Red Sox Out With Right Elbow Flexor Strain
Josh Winckowski of the Boston Red Sox is on the 60-day injured list due to a right elbow flexor strain.
What It Means
Josh Winckowski has played in six games this season for the Boston Red Sox. He has pitched 11 2/3 innings and has a 3.86 ERA. Winckowski also has nine strikeouts and five walks with a WHIP of 1.37.
In his recent games, Winckowski has not started any. He has zero wins and one loss for this season. There are no previous injury notes for him this season.

Justin Garza
Boston Red Sox • #61 • SP
Justin Garza Traded From San Francisco Giants to New York Mets on June 7, 2025
Justin Garza has been traded from the San Francisco Giants to the New York Mets.
What It Means
The Mets have added a new pitcher to their roster. The transaction took place on June 7, 2025.
Garza, a right-handed pitcher, debuted in the MLB in 2021. He is set to join the Mets as they face the Rockies at Coors Field.

Cooper Hummel
Baltimore Orioles • #67 • RF
Cooper Hummel Signs With Houston Astros on June 7, 2025
Cooper Hummel has signed with the Houston Astros and will be playing in the minor leagues.
What It Means
The Houston Astros have added a new player to their minor league roster. Cooper Hummel, with four years of MLB experience, is set to play left field.
Hummel made his pro debut in April 2022. He was born in Portland, OR, and bats switch while throwing right-handed.

Cristian Mena
Arizona Diamondbacks • #64 • RP
Cristian Mena Arizona Diamondbacks Out With Shoulder Injury
Cristian Mena of the Arizona Diamondbacks is on the 15-day injured list due to right shoulder inflammation.
What It Means
Cristian Mena has made two appearances this season, pitching 5 2/3 innings. He has recorded 7 strikeouts with a K/9 rate of 11.1. Mena holds a 0.00 ERA and a WHIP of 0.53.
Earlier this season, Mena was also on the injured list with an undisclosed injury. The Arizona Diamondbacks recently faced the Cincinnati Reds, where they lost 3-4. Mena's absence could impact the team's pitching depth.

Sean Bouchard
Colorado Rockies • #12 • LF
Sean Bouchard Recalled By Colorado Rockies On June 7, 2025
Sean Bouchard has been recalled by the Colorado Rockies to their active roster.
What It Means
Bouchard is set to join the Rockies for their upcoming home game against the New York Mets on June 7, 2025. His recent stats show a batting average of .169 over 31 games this season.
In the last 10 games, he has managed a .105 average with two hits in 19 at-bats. Bouchard has also recorded one home run and seven RBIs this season.

Mickey Moniak
Colorado Rockies • #22 • CF
Mickey Moniak Out For Rockies Due To Bereavement List
Mickey Moniak, right fielder for the Colorado Rockies, is out after being placed on the bereavement list.
What It Means
Mickey Moniak has played 55 games this season for the Colorado Rockies. He has a batting average of .212 with 33 hits in 156 at-bats. He has 5 home runs and 15 RBIs.
Moniak's on-base percentage is .262 and his slugging percentage is .385, which leads to an OPS of .647. In his last 10 games, he has batted .214 with 3 home runs. Moniak has struck out 40 times this season and stolen 2 bases.

Corbin Burnes
Arizona Diamondbacks • #39 • SP
Corbin Burnes Arizona Diamondbacks 60 Day Injured List Elbow Injury
Corbin Burnes of the Arizona Diamondbacks has been placed on the 60-day injured list due to right elbow inflammation and is expected to miss the rest of the 2025 season after undergoing Tommy John surgery.
What It Means
Corbin Burnes started 11 games for the Arizona Diamondbacks this season. He pitched 64 1/3 innings with an ERA of 2.66 and a WHIP of 1.17. Burnes also recorded 63 strikeouts and issued 26 walks, achieving a K/9 rate of 8.8.
Before his injury, Burnes consistently earned 29 or more FanDuel points in seven straight games. In his recent games, he contributed to a win against the Washington Nationals with the Diamondbacks securing a 3-1 victory on June 1. His performance helped maintain a competitive edge for the team during his starts.