Corbin Carroll's potential hand injury could significantly impact the Diamondbacks' season, while other NL West players like Glasnow, Garcia, and Freeland are returning from injuries, and there are organizational changes in Colorado with Bud Black possibly rejoining the Rockies in a new role.
The San Francisco Giants are set to receive reinforcements as injured veterans Austin Slater, Nick Ahmed, and Michael Conforto are rehabbing in Triple-A. Conforto is expected to return soon, possibly by Monday. The team will need to adjust their lineup to accommodate returning players, with Ahmed likely filling in for the injured Marco Luciano. Additionally, Jung Hoo Lee will undergo shoulder surgery but is expected to recover by next spring.
Jack Leiter is set to make his MLB debut for the Rangers, Jameson Taillon will make his season debut for the Cubs, and DJ LeMahieu and Josh Lowe are beginning rehab assignments for the Yankees and Rays, respectively.
The Atlanta Braves have reinstated Jesse Chavez from the injured list, providing a boost to their bullpen. Chavez had been out since June with a microfracture in his leg but recently completed a successful rehab assignment. He hopes to be an option for the postseason. Additionally, Nick Anderson, Collin McHugh, and Daysbel Hernandez will begin rehab assignments, potentially strengthening the bullpen further.
The Philadelphia Phillies have been dealing with injuries to key players, including first baseman Rhys Hoskins and top prospect Andrew Painter. The team has relied on a platoon of Kody Clemens and Alec Bohm at first base, but recently-released Cubs first baseman Eric Hosmer could be a fit. The Phillies have also considered using Bryce Harper at first base. However, Darick Hall, who could begin a rehab assignment next week, could provide a significant boost to the club’s production at first base. Additionally, top prospect Andrew Painter and Rule 5 pick Noah Song could pitch competitively this season, while center fielder Cristian Pache and lefty reliever Jose Alvarado are targeting returns to big league action next month.