MLB news, Friday, September 11, 2026
15 full Posterior articles, with the original source linked.
Shea Langeliers begins rehab assignment as return from torn meniscus comes into view
Athletics catcher Shea Langeliers has started a rehab assignment while recovering from a torn meniscus, per MLB.com's Manny Randhawa, with a return to the majors now in sight.
Source · MLB.com
Lane Thomas placed on Braves injured list with intercostal strain suffered in BP
Braves OF Lane Thomas has been placed on the injured list after sustaining an intercostal strain during batting practice, per MLB.com's Mark Bowman.
Source · MLB.com
Braves place Lane Thomas on IL with intercostal strain, recall DaShawn Keirsey Jr.
Atlanta placed outfielder Lane Thomas on the IL Thursday with an intercostal strain suffered in batting practice, recalling DaShawn Keirsey Jr. from Triple-A Gwinnett.
Source · MLB Trade Rumors
Padres managing Mason Miller's workload carefully as NL Wild Card race tightens
San Diego is being deliberate with Miller's usage in the final regular-season games, per MLB.com, as the Padres fight to hold their NL Wild Card position.
Source · MLB.com
Dansby Swanson targeting return next weekend as Cubs plan to activate SS vs. Reds
Per MLB.com's Jordan Bastian, the Cubs plan to activate shortstop Dansby Swanson next weekend for a series against Cincinnati, though no official announcement has been made.
Source · MLB.com
Ryan O'Hearn activated off IL as Pirates begin home stretch
Pittsburgh has activated first baseman Ryan O'Hearn from the injured list, per MLB.com's Aiden Stepansky, as the Pirates navigate a crowded September roster.
Source · MLB.com
Athletics claim Hunter Bigge off waivers from Rays, designate Taylor Rashi
The A's claimed RHP Hunter Bigge off waivers from Tampa Bay per a club announcement, designating RHP Taylor Rashi for assignment to open the roster spot.
Source · MLB Trade Rumors
Rudy Martin Jr. called up by Blue Jays after 12-year minor league journey
Toronto called up outfielder Rudy Martin Jr. and designated Sánchez for assignment, per MLB.com's Keegan Matheson, as the Blue Jays manage a September roster in flux.
Source · MLB.com
Byron Buxton to undergo season-ending hip surgery next week
MLB.com reports Buxton will have hip surgery next week, ending his 2026 campaign; the Twins are expected to place him on the IL ahead of the procedure.
Source · MLB.com
Spencer Steer cleared to increase activities but unlikely to return in 2026
Per MLB.com's Mark Sheldon, Steer has been cleared to ramp up activity from a right wrist sprain, though a return this season is considered unlikely.
Source · MLB.com
Eli White placed on IL with right foot ligament injury, could miss rest of season
The Red Sox placed outfielder Eli White on the injured list with a right foot ligament injury, per MLB.com's Ian Browne, and he could miss the remainder of the season.
Source · MLB.com
Trey Yesavage progressing in rehab, could return to Blue Jays' playoff push
Trey Yesavage is advancing through injury rehab and could rejoin Toronto this season, per MLB.com's Keegan Matheson, while Anthony Santander is targeting a 2026 return.
Source · MLB.com
Caglianone takes on-field batting practice for first time since elbow injury
Royals prospect Jac Caglianone took on-field BP for the first time since an elbow injury, per MLB.com's Maureen Mullen, though no timetable has been announced.
Source · MLB.com
Byron Buxton to undergo season-ending hip surgery next week, per MLB.com
Byron Buxton will have season-ending hip surgery next week, per MLB.com's Matthew Leach, with the Twins expected to place him on the IL ahead of the procedure.
Source · MLB.com
Elieser Hernández elects free agency after Braves outrighting
Hernández elected free agency after Atlanta outrighted him following a Wednesday DFA, per MLB Trade Rumors; a minor league return is reportedly possible.
Source · MLB Trade Rumors