MLB in brief: Eric Lauer back in the Blue Jays rotation | Time to stop protecting Anthony Volpe

Time to stop protecting Anthony Volpe

The shortstop clearly isn't doing the job.

The Yankees have been consistent in their support of Anthony Volpe, treating him as if he can do no wrong.

But their unwavering backing of him is undeserved.

Why does New York continue to defend his poor performance? pic.twitter.com/SRtgBtIwom

– The Athletic (@TheAthletic) August 23, 2025

Eric Lauer back in the Blue Jays rotation

His stay in the bullpen was short-lived.

Blue Jays rotation plans for the next week:
Saturday: Jose Berrios
Sunday: Kevin Gausman
Monday: Max Scherzer
Tuesday: Chris Bassitt
Wednesday: Eric Lauer
Thursday: OFF
Friday: Shane Bieber

– Ben Nicholson-Smith (@bnicholsonsmith) August 23, 2025

Not easy to face these guys

Especially when it comes to getting a hit.

It's hard to get a hit when facing these guys! pic.twitter.com/C4SevL3kSW

– MLB (@MLB) August 23, 2025

The Padres aren't dead

It's up to the Dodgers to respond.

The Padres aren't dead, and now the Dodgers find out: is getting a player off the IL really just as good as trading for one?
Plus: Mason Miller remembers Oakland. https://t.co/sdJscu0Z4g

– Bill Shaikin (@BillShaikin) August 23, 2025

Nathaniel Lowe back in Boston next year?

Why not?

Fair or Foul: Nathaniel Lowe will be the Opening Day first baseman for the 2026 Red Sox? @TomCaron and @Middlebrooks discuss pic.twitter.com/y17gGTXLDQ

– NESN (@NESN) August 23, 2025

Pete Alonso's winter

It won't be easy.

Pete Alonso's tricky contract among critical offseason decisions awaiting Mets as pressure builds https://t.co/KNeMuJoR7a pic.twitter.com/Av0PRqulod

– New York Post Sports (@nypostsports) August 23, 2025

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