Blackhawks veteran defenseman Jake McCabe, 28, who will miss the start of Chicago’s season after he had cervical spine surgery, is expected to return to action in 10 to 12 weeks.
The Rays put unvaccinated left-hander Brooks Raley on the restricted list ahead of their second and final regular-season visit to Canada and put three new pitchers on the roster Monday.
The Astros were all smiles Monday night in Detroit, after Framber Valdez pitched his first career shutout — and posted his 24th straight quality start — in Houston’s convincing 7-0 victory over the Tigers.