MLB news, Saturday, June 6, 2026
26 full Posterior articles, with the original source linked.
Rangers reportedly agree to major league contract with catcher Elias Díaz
Texas has reportedly reached a deal with veteran catcher Elias Díaz after he was waived by the Royals; an active roster spot still needs to be cleared before he reports.
Source · MLB Trade Rumors
Mets at 27-35 in June, but MLB Trade Rumors asks: is selling even worth it?
The Mets' 27-35 record has fans calling for a deadline sell-off, but per MLB Trade Rumors, the club is not yet pivoting to sellers — and the math may not favor it.
Source · MLB Trade Rumors
Luis Torrens hits first home run of the season in Mets' 5-0 win over Padres
After 101 at-bats without a home run, Mets backup catcher Luis Torrens launched a 413-foot two-run shot to center field Friday, per Yahoo Sports.
Source · Yahoo Sports
Detroit Tigers look to clinch series vs. Seattle with Keider Montero starting Saturday
Detroit has won four straight and is perfect in June so far; Keider Montero starts Saturday against the Mariners' Bryce Miller at Comerica Park.
Source · Yahoo Sports
Red Sox reportedly seeking right-handed bat via trade, willing to absorb bad contract
Per ESPN's Buster Olney, Boston is actively pursuing a right-handed offensive upgrade through trade and is open to taking on an unfavorable contract.
Source · Yahoo Sports
Aaron Judge injury puts AL MVP race wide open, per Effectively Wild podcast
FanGraphs hosts Ben Lindbergh and Meg Rowley cited Judge's injury as a factor making the AL MVP race wide open; the nature and extent remain unspecified.
Source · FanGraphs
Aaron Judge injury surfaces in AL MVP race discussion on Effectively Wild
Ben Lindbergh and Meg Rowley flagged Aaron Judge's injury on Effectively Wild, framing the AL MVP race as wide open — nature and extent unspecified.
Source · FanGraphs
Aaron Judge injury enters AL MVP conversation, per FanGraphs podcast
FanGraphs' Effectively Wild podcast mentioned Aaron Judge's injury alongside a wide-open AL MVP race, with no diagnosis or timetable offered.
Source · FanGraphs
Twins recall Royce Lewis after .333/.403/.900 Triple-A stint, designate James Outman
Minnesota recalled infielder Royce Lewis from Triple-A St. Paul following a strong minor-league stretch; outfielder James Outman was designated for assignment in the corresponding move.
Source · MLB Trade Rumors
Mets release LHP Anderson Severino, who is expected to sign with a Japanese team
The Mets released left-hander Anderson Severino after designating him for assignment last week, per The Athletic's Will Sammon; he is expected to sign with a Japanese team.
Source · MLB Trade Rumors
Rays reportedly eyeing Luis Arraez to address middle infield uncertainty
Yahoo Sports reports Tampa Bay is considering Giants second baseman Luis Arraez as a trade target, with Gavin Lux's IL status leaving the Rays thin up the middle.
Source · Yahoo Sports
Hunter Greene targeting pre-All-Star break activation as live BP session set for Monday
Reds manager Terry Francona said the hope is Greene returns from the 60-day IL before the All-Star break; a live BP Monday is the next step.
Source · MLB Trade Rumors
Zach Pop elects free agency after Phillies outright him to Triple-A
Zach Pop chose free agency over a Triple-A assignment after clearing waivers, per MLB Trade Rumors, ending his time with Philadelphia following a calf injury.
Source · MLB Trade Rumors
White Sox send Brandon Eisert out as opener for Sean Burke vs. Phillies
Chicago is using Brandon Eisert as an opener for Sean Burke in Saturday's game at Philadelphia, per Yahoo Sports, with Andrew Painter starting for the Phillies.
Source · Yahoo Sports
Astros release RHP Anthony Maldonado after Sugar Land stint
Houston released right-hander Anthony Maldonado per his MLB.com profile page; he had joined on a minor league deal last November without reaching the active roster.
Source · MLB Trade Rumors
Brewers select LHP Drew Rom from Triple-A Nashville ahead of Saturday's Rockies game
Milwaukee reportedly selected left-hander Drew Rom from Triple-A Nashville on Saturday, with Brian Fitzpatrick's placement on the 15-day IL opening the roster spot.
Source · MLB Trade Rumors
Steven Matz moved to Rays bullpen after struggling post-IL return
Tampa Bay has reportedly shifted Steven Matz out of the rotation after he allowed 12 runs in 8 2/3 innings since mid-May, per Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times.
Source · MLB Trade Rumors
Nolan Schanuel activated from IL as Angels make several roster moves before Dodgers game
The Angels announced multiple roster moves Saturday, including Schanuel's return from the IL, Soler heading to the IL with an oblique strain, and a DFA for catcher Omar Martinez.
Source · MLB Trade Rumors
Tyler Glasnow shifted to 60-day IL with back injury as Dodgers add Nick Frasso
The Dodgers moved Glasnow to the 60-day IL with a back injury, per MLB Trade Rumors, and added right-hander Nick Frasso to the 40-man roster.
Source · MLB Trade Rumors
Tyler Glasnow moved to 60-day IL as Dodgers add Nick Frasso to 40-man roster
The Dodgers shifted Glasnow from the 15-day to the 60-day IL with a back injury, per MLB Trade Rumors, while adding right-hander Nick Frasso to the 40-man roster.
Source · MLB Trade Rumors
Dodgers reportedly trading LHP Antoine Kelly to the Cubs
The Dodgers are dealing left-hander Antoine Kelly to Chicago per multiple reports including The Athletic; terms and the return remain undisclosed.
Source · MLB Trade Rumors
Yankees vs. Red Sox at Yankee Stadium under rain delay Saturday night
Saturday night's Yankees-Red Sox game at Yankee Stadium is under a rain delay, per Yahoo Sports, as New York navigates a stretch of recent setbacks.
Source · Yahoo Sports
Austin Wells placed on 10-day IL with cervical headaches, additional testing scheduled
The Yankees placed catcher Austin Wells on the 10-day IL with cervical headaches; no concussion diagnosed, per manager Aaron Boone, but further testing is set for Sunday.
Source · MLB Trade Rumors
Tyler Freeman exits Rockies-Brewers game after taking 98.2 mph cutter off the helmet
Freeman was hit in the helmet by a Jacob Misiorowski cutter in the sixth inning Saturday; he left under his own power but his status is unclear pending evaluation.
Source · Yahoo Sports
Cesar Salazar outrighted to Triple-A Sugar Land after clearing waivers
Catcher Cesar Salazar cleared waivers and accepted an outright assignment to Triple-A Sugar Land, per MLB.com's Brian McTaggart; Collin Price takes his roster spot.
Source · MLB Trade Rumors
Twins recall Royce Lewis after .333/.403/.900 showing at Triple-A
Minnesota recalled infielder Royce Lewis from Triple-A St. Paul and designated outfielder James Outman for assignment, per the club's announcement.
Source · MLB Trade Rumors