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A-Rod Increases On-Field Workload In Tampa

Alex Rodriguez has begun his third week of on-field work by adding defensive drills and hitting in a cage, an increase in workload.

Rodriguez, who is recuperating from left hip surgery on Jan. 16, fielded grounders and took 25 swings during a batting practice session in an indoor cage on Monday.

The New York Yankees expect Rodriguez to return after the All-Star break.

Via Associated Press


Cueto Returns, Questions His Own Mechanics

Johnny Cueto is set to return to the Cincinnati Reds on Monday night against the New York Mets.

Cueto, who missed time with a strained back, is considering wholesale adjustments to his windup in an effort to avoid future injury.

"I was discussing it with the head trainer, 'Do you think my windup is too strong and that's why I am getting so many muscle injuries?'" Cueto said in Spanish.

Cueto said he would be able to make a change at midseason.

Via ESPN


Phillies Sending Howard, Ruiz For MRIs

The Philadelphia Phillies are sending Ryan Howard and Carlos Ruiz for MRIs on Monday.

Ruiz will miss Monday's game at the Miami Marlins after straining his right hamstring Sunday.

Howard didn't play Sunday due to left knee soreness. He will not join the team on the trip to Miami.

Howard says his knee's "been acting up."

Via Associated Press


Rangers Call Up Jurickson Profar

The Texas Rangers have placed Ian Kinsler on the disabled list and called up top prospect Jurickson Profar.

Profar has been on a tear at Triple-A Round Rock, hitting two home runs on Saturday. His batting average is up to .278 after he struggled early in the season.

Via Todd Wills/ESPN


Jamie Garcia Lands On DL With Shoulder Strain

The St. Louis Cardinals have placed Jamie Garcia on the disabled list with a shoulder strain.

The Cardinals became aware of the issue about a week ago and had hoped Garcia could work through it.

The left-hander is 5-2 with a 3.58 ERA and 43 strikeouts in 55 1/3 innings this season.

 

Via Associated Press


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