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Jac Caglianone has five hits, six RBI to lead KC

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Jac Caglianone

KC Right Fielder #14

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Jac Caglianone had a monster day at the dish in Thursday’s 13-2 thrashing of the Blue Jays, going 5-for-6 with a homer, double, three runs scored and six RBI.

Caglianone singled in the first inning and was left stranded. He then smacked a two-run single in the second that extended the Royals’ early lead to 4-0. The 23-year-old slugger added an RBI single in the sixth and rode home on Vinnie Pasquantino’s two-run shot. He then doubled in the eighth and scored on an RBI single by Pasquantino before crushing a 409-foot two-run shot of his own off of Myles Straw in the ninth inning. With the monstrous performance, he’s now hitting an impressive .282/.332/.500 with 23 homers and 66 RBI on the season.

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Jac Caglianone

KC Right Fielder #14

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Jac Caglianone (elbow) returned to the Royals’ starting lineup for Sunday’s contest against the Red Sox.

The 23-year-old slugger missed six consecutive games due to a mild flexor strain in his elbow. He took batting practice on the field without issue on Saturday though and is finally ready to return. He’ll start as the Royals’ designated hitter and will bat third against Red Sox’ southpaw Payton Tolle on Sunday afternoon at Fenway Park.
Jac Caglianone

KC Right Fielder #14

Jac Caglianone (elbow) remains out of the lineup for Saturday’s game against the Red Sox.

Caglianone remains out for the sixth consecutive game after taking on-field batting practice prior to Friday’s series opener at Fenway Park. Clearly, the Royals are proceeding with an abundance of caution after Caglianone was diagnosed with a mild flexor strain last weekend. It’s impossible to rule out a trip to the injured list at this juncture, but fantasy managers should consider him day-to-day for now. It’ll be Matthew Lugo drawing another start in right field in his place.
Jac Caglianone

KC Right Fielder #14

Jac Caglianone (elbow) took on-field batting practice prior to Friday’s game against the Red Sox.

Caglianone remained on Kansas City’s bench for the fifth consecutive game, but all signs point to him being ready to return at some point this weekend since he’s been able to hit without any real issues. He could wind up being limited to DH to prevent him from having to throw as he recovers from a mild flexor strain in his elbow.
Jac Caglianone

KC Right Fielder #14

Jac Caglianone (elbow) remains out of the lineup for Friday’s series opener against the Red Sox.

It’s his fifth straight game missed. Cagianone is dealing with a mild flexor strain and, if a day off won’t solve it, he probably shouldn’t be counted on to play the rest of the weekend either. John Rave continues to play in his absence in right field.
Jac Caglianone

KC Right Fielder #14

Jac Caglianone (elbow) remains out of the lineup for Wednesday’s series finale against the Diamondbacks.

The encouraging news for fantasy managers is that Caglianone, who remains out of the lineup for the fourth consecutive game, was able to resume hitting prior to Tuesday’s game in Kansas City. The 23-year-old emerging middle-of-the-order force remains shut down from throwing after being diagnosed with a mild flexor strain in his left elbow over the weekend. It’ll be John Rave getting another opportunity in right field on Wednesday evening. It sounds like there’s a chance he’s able to return to Kansas City’s lineup at DH during their upcoming three-game series against the Red Sox that gets underway on Friday.
Jac Caglianone

KC Right Fielder #14

Jac Caglianone (elbow) remains out of the lineup for Tuesday’s showdown against the Diamondbacks.

Caglianone takes a seat for the third consecutive game after being diagnosed with a Grade 1 flexor strain in his left elbow. It’ll be Matthew Lugo drawing another start in right field on Tuesday. There was optimism the 23-year-old burgeoning star would avoid a trip to the injured list and nothing has changed on that front for now. The Royals have an off-day before they kick off a three-game series against the Red Sox at Fenway Park on Friday night. There should be additional clarity on his status leading into that contest. However, fantasy managers should consider him day-to-day for now.
Jac Caglianone

KC Right Fielder #14

Jac Caglianone (elbow) was held out of the lineup for Monday’s game against the Diamondbacks.

The Royals certainly could’ve used Caglianone’s formidable bat as they attempted to erase a five-run deficit in the 10th inning, ultimately falling one run short. The 23-year-old rising star was held out for the second straight game after being diagnosed with a Grade 1 flexor strain in his left elbow. It’s unclear whether he’ll require a trip to the injured list, but there should be some clarity on his status as the week progresses.
Jac Caglianone

KC Right Fielder #14

Royals’ manager Matt Quatraro told reporters on Sunday that Jac Caglianone is dealing with a Grade 1 flexor strain.

The Royals are hopeful that he won’t require a trip to the injured list. He’ll get a few days off before resuming baseball activity. Fantasy managers who are relying on him for next week should be sure to have an alternative option ready to go.
Jac Caglianone

KC Right Fielder #14

Jac Caglianone (elbow) was held out of the Royals’ starting lineup for Sunday’s battle against the Blue Jays.

Caglianone made an early exit from Saturday’s game due to soreness in his left elbow and he’ll sit once again on Sunday as a precautionary measure. As of now, there are no indications that he’ll require an extended absence from the lineup so he’s considered day-to-day. John Rave will start in his place in right field and bat leadoff for the Royals on Sunday afternoon.
Jac Caglianone

KC Right Fielder #14

Jac Caglianone was removed from Saturday night’s battle against the Blue Jays due to left elbow soreness.

It’s unclear when exactly Caglianone sustained the injury or what the extent of it is, but he was replaced by Nick Loftin in the third inning. Expect him to head for further evaluation and for the Royals to provide an update on his status as soon as more information becomes available.

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Athletics optioned RHP Joey Estes to Triple-A Las Vegas.

Estes has been hammered for an 11.05 ERA and 1.91 WHIP over 7 1/3 frames in his two appearances with the Athletics this season. Drew Rom was recalled from Triple-A Las Vegas to take his place in the A’s bullpen on Sunday.
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ATH Starting Pitcher #63
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Athletics recalled LHP Drew Rom from Triple-A Las Vegas.

The 26-year-old southpaw has really struggled in 12 appearances at the MLB level this season, registering a 6.35 ERA, 1.94 WHIP and a 16/7 K/BB ratio over 11 1/3 innings of work. He’ll add a fresh arm to an overworked Athletics’ bullpen.
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Anthony Seigler

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Red Sox placed INF Anthony Seigler on the 10-day injured list with left wrist inflammation.

Seigler suffered the injury during Saturday’s ballgame against the Royals. Given that there are only two weeks left in the regular season, it’s unlikely that the 27-year-old infielder will be able to return before the postseason begins. Willson Contreras was activated from the injured list in a corresponding move on Sunday.
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Red Sox activated 1B Willson Contreras from the 10-day injured list.

After playing in a pair of minor league rehab games at Double-A Portland, Contreras is ready to make his return to the middle of the Red Sox’ lineup on Sunday. He has been sidelined since the end of August due to a left hamstring strain. Anthony Seigler (wrist) was placed on the injured list in a corresponding move on Sunday.
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Jordan Walker

STL Right Fielder #18
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Jordan Walker (lower body) returned to the Cardinals’ starting lineup on Sunday.

Walker made an early exit from Friday’s game due to a lower body injury and was held out of Saturday’s contest as a precautionary measure. He’ll start in right field and bat cleanup against David Sandlin and the White Sox on Sunday afternoon in St. Louis.
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LAD Left Fielder #37
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Teoscar Hernández is not in the Dodgers’ starting lineup for Sunday’s series finale against the Marlins.

Dodgers’ skipper Dave Roberts noted that it’s just a routine day of rest, as the team didn’t want the 33-year-old outfielder to play in three straight games on the turf in Miami. Josue De Paula will start in his place in left field and bat sixth for the Dodgers on Sunday afternoon.
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Shea Langeliers

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Shea Langeliers is not in the Athletics’ starting lineup for Sunday afternoon’s battle against the Mariners.

The A’s appear to be easing Langeliers back into action following his return from the injured list on Saturday. He’s expected to finish out the season exclusively as a designated hitter for the Athletics. Max Muncy is functioning in that role on Sunday and will bat fifth against Mariners’ right-hander Bryce Miller.
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Kaelen Culpepper

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Kaelen Culpepper (shoulder) was held out of the Twins’ starting lineup on Sunday.

The 23-year-old shortstop was pulled from Saturday’s game after being hit in the right shoulder by a pitch. He’s still feeling a bit sore on Sunday so he’ll get an extra day to rest before returning to the lineup. Ryan Kreidler will start in his place and will bat ninth against Guardians’ right-hander Tanner Bibee on Sunday afternoon in Minneapolis.
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Marlins activated INF Xavier Edwards from the 10-day injured list.

Edwards had been shelved since the end of August due to a left thumb sprain. He’ll start at second base and will bat fifth for the Marlins against Dodgers’ right-hander Emmet Sheehan on Sunday afternoon in Miami.
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Marlins placed OF Owen Caissie on the 10-day injured list with a lumbar stress reaction.

While it’s not yet confirmed, it’s expected that this will end the 24-year-old outfielder’s 2026 campaign. Xavier Edwards was activated from the injured list in a corresponding move on Sunday.
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