MLB Player News

Basallo was removed from Monday's game against Toronto after taking a foul ball off his mask, Andy Kostka of TheBanner.com reports.

Basallo took a hard foul ball off his mask earlier in the matchup and got checked out by the team trainer, but he managed to remain in the game until the top of the seventh inning. He also took a few foul tips off his arm and elbow over the course of the contest. Basallo's removal appears to be a cautionary move by the Orioles, though the team should have more information on the backstop's availability going forward shortly after Monday's game.

Bateman was removed from Monday's game against Baltimore due to right hip discomfort, Hazel Mae of Sportsnet reports.

Bateman initially appeared to suffer a knee injury on a diving catch, but the team has since stated that he's dealing with a hip issue. His X-rays returned negative, and he'll be considered day-to-day moving forward, per Shi Davidi of Sportsnet.ca.

Velazquez (lower body) has returned to play at Triple-A Columbus after missing 10 days earlier this month due to lower-body soreness.

Velazquez was considered day-to-day after experiencing some lower-body soreness, but he was cleared to return to action last week. He's appeared in four games since Sept. 16, going 5-for-16 with three RBI, one walk and three runs.

Bateman left Monday's game against the Orioles with an apparent right knee injury, Keegan Matheson of MLB.com reports.

Bateman made a sliding catch in the outfield to end the second inning, but his right knee appeared to get jammed in the outfield grass, and he stayed down after the play. He was eventually able to make his way off the field with the help of the team medical staff and is presumably headed for further evaluation. Bateman can be considered day-to-day until further notice.

Bradfield (hip) has gone 3-for-14 with a home run, three stolen bases and four runs in three games since a brief absence earlier in September due to right adductor tightness.

Bradfield missed two consecutive games a week ago after picking up the adductor injury, but he's managed to appear in three matchups since, signaling a return to health.

Adames (elbow) intends to take batting practice and participate in fielding work Monday, Justice delos Santos of The San Jose Mercury News reports.

The Giants have been eliminated from postseason contention, but it doesn't appear as though Adames, who was placed on the 10-day injured list Aug. 24 due to a left elbow sprain, has been shut down for the season just yet. Following Monday's matchup, San Francisco will have five games remaining, so it's possible the star shortstop will return before the end of the campaign in an effort to end the year on a high note. However, it's not clear if the club would be willing to activate Adames with nothing left to play for.

Abner was designated for assignment by San Francisco on Monday.

Abner will lose his place on the 40-man roster to clear a spot for Bo Davidson, who is on track to make his major-league debut Monday night versus Minnesota. Abner posted a 7.11 ERA and 1.68 WHIP with 10 strikeouts across 19 innings between stops with Arizona and San Francisco this year.

The Giants selected Davidson's contract from Triple-A Sacramento on Monday, Justice delos Santos of The San Jose Mercury News reports.

Davidson will man right field and bat third in Monday's series opener. He was impressive at Triple-A before earning his promotion to the major leagues, hitting .309 with 10 home runs, 41 RBI, six stolen bases and 36 runs in 52 games.

Eldridge was placed on the 7-day concussion injured list Monday, retroactive to Friday.

Eldridge entered concussion protocol Sunday after hitting his head while at the team hotel. Manager Tony Vitello noted before Monday's game against the Twins that he doesn't expect to see Eldridge play down the stretch of the 2026 campaign.

Lee was placed on the 10-day injured list Monday due to a groin contusion, Justice delos Santos of The San Jose Mercury News reports.

This transaction brings an early end to Lee's 2026 campaign. He'll finish the year slashing .276/.320/.404 with 10 home runs, 57 RBI, 12 stolen bases and 65 runs over 143 games.