Rice Baseball 2025: MLB Owls Update – September 2

The 2025 MLB season is underway and Rice baseball alums are making the most of their time in The Show. Here’s the latest from the MLB Owls.

Dane Myers – Miami Marlins

Myers exited Sunday’s game against the Mets and has since been placed on the 10-day injured list with an oblique strain. No timetable for a potential return has been announced. Myers had singled and walked in nine plate appearances this week prior to the injury

Through September 2, Myers is hitting .233 with 15 extra-base hits, 23 walks and 75 strikeouts. His OPS is .618. He’s collected 27 RBI and stolen 17 bases.

Tristan Gray – Tampa Bay Rays

Gray had a productive week at the plate, collecting three hits and scoring three runs in his last three games, including his second home run of the season. Since August 9, a span in which he’s made seven appearances, he’s raised his OPS nearly 500 points.

Through September 2, Gray is hitting .194 with three extra-base hits, two walks and 11 strikeouts. His OPS is .620. He’s collected six RBI.

Injured List

Anthony Rendon – Los Angeles Angels

Rendon has been out of the news since it was reported he would miss a significant amount of time following hip surgery this spring. There have been no updates from the Angels or his camp since then.

Matt Canterino – Twins AAA

Canterino underwent season-ending surgery this spring and was released by the Twins before subsequently signing back with the club on a minor league contract while he undergoes rehab.

Knocking on the Door

The following Owls either began the season in AAA or have since been promoted to that level:

  • Evan Kravetz – Louisville Bats (Reds)
  • Glenn Otto – Sugar Land Space Cowboys (Astros)
  • Trei Cruz – Toledo Mud Hens (Tigers)
  • Hayden Durke – Reno Aces (Diamondbacks)