Nick Lodolo’s blister problems got the better of him again on July 11, as he was removed in his start against the Cubs. Plus, Jacob Misiorowski won’t be starting in what was supposed to be a marquee matchup against Paul Skenes and the Pirates on July 12.
Bichette out again
Mets 3B/SS Bo Bichette did not start again for the second straight day on July 11. He’s been dealing with sore legs and ankles, per manager Andy Green.
However, he did come in as a pinch hitter.
Lodolo leaves with blister
Reds pitcher Nick Lodolo left his start against the Reds early due to a blister.
Blisters have been a chronic problem for Lodolo throughout his career. Manager Terry Francona indicated after the game that Lodolo is likely headed to the injured list (h/t New York Times).
Miz out on the 12th
Robert Gasser will start on July 12 in place of Jacob Misiorowski, who was scratched because of general fatigue.
Misiorowski told the media that he’ll likely be ready for either the first or second series back from the break.
IL moves
As expected, Athletics first baseman Nick Kurtz was placed on the 10-day IL with a right thumb capsule strain.
Braves outfielder Mike Yastrzemski was placed on the 10-day IL with left elbow inflammation.
Brewers pitcher Kyle Harrison was placed on the 15-day IL with left forearm tightness, retroactive to July 9.
Anthony Banda (Twins) and Konnor Griffin (Pirates) were transferred to the 60-day IL.
Rehab assignments
Braves pitcher AJ Smith-Shawver struck out two over 2.1 IP, walking three and allowing five hits for Triple-A Gwinnett. Smith-Shawver, who tossed 58 pitches, averaged 97 MPH and topped out at 99 MPH.
Pirates pitcher Wilber Dotel walked two and allowed two hits over 1.2 IP (43 pitches) for Triple-A Indianapolis. Dotel averaged and topped out at 98 MPH.
Cubs pitcher Jameson Taillon struck out three over 4.2 IP (53 pitches) for Triple-A Iowa. Taillon averaged 91 MPH.
Astros pitcher Hayden Wesneski struck out seven over 4.2 IP (61 pitches) for Triple-A Sugar Land. Wesneski averaged 94 MPH and struck out 95 MPH.
Dodgers reliever Edwin Diaz struck out two over one inning for Low-A Ontario.
Other notes
Justin Crawford (knee) did not play on July 11.
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