MLB news, Friday, June 12, 2026
20 full Posterior articles, with the original source linked.
Jordan Lawlar expected to be activated by D-Backs for Friday's series opener in Cincinnati
Per John Gambadoro of Arizona Sports and 98.7 FM, Arizona is expected to activate Lawlar from the 60-day IL Friday, with corresponding roster moves still to come.
Source · MLB Trade Rumors
Daniel Espino called up by Cleveland Guardians; Codi Heuer optioned to make room
The Guardians have promoted Daniel Espino and optioned Codi Heuer, per Yahoo Sports, while also reportedly trading Nolan Jones to the White Sox.
Source · Yahoo Sports
Brewers pause Quinn Priester's rehab assignment again amid ongoing control issues
Milwaukee has halted Quinn Priester's rehab assignment a second time after a rough Arizona Complex League start; per Todd Rosiak, no new injury is involved.
Source · MLB Trade Rumors
Daniel Espino reportedly called up to the majors by Cleveland Guardians
Prospect analyst Eric Longenhagen noted Espino's call-up in his FanGraphs chat; the Guardians have not issued a formal club announcement.
Source · FanGraphs
Bryce Elder has overhauled his arsenal and approach after a rough stretch
After a 5.53 ERA over 48 starts from August 2023 through 2024, Elder has reworked how he pitches and is showing improved results in 2025, per FanGraphs.
Source · FanGraphs
Tarik Skubal sidelined with elbow injury, has not thrown a pitch since going down
Skubal stays No. 1 in Yahoo Sports' free-agent rankings despite an elbow injury that has kept him off the mound, with his free-agent stock now in question.
Source · Yahoo Sports
Nationals above .500 and CJ Abrams trade deadline speculation is already swirling
Washington is above .500 under new lead executive Paul Toboni, and speculation has begun over whether the club would move shortstop CJ Abrams at the trade deadline.
Source · CBS Sports
Phillies place Adolis García on 60-day IL with torn right lat
Philadelphia announced García's placement on the 60-day IL Thursday, recalling Gabriel Rincones Jr. from Triple-A while Derek Hill reports and Steward Berroa heads to the paternity list.
Source · MLB Trade Rumors
Diamondbacks designate Aramis Garcia for assignment, activate Jordan Lawlar from 60-day IL
Arizona designated catcher Aramis Garcia for assignment in a roster move tied to Jordan Lawlar's return from the 60-day IL, per a team announcement.
Source · MLB Trade Rumors
Phillies exploring outfield trade options after Adolis García injury, per CBS Sports
Philadelphia is reportedly looking at outfield trade candidates ahead of the Aug. 3 deadline after an Adolis García injury, though no move has been announced.
Source · CBS Sports
Sean Sullivan promoted by Rockies for MLB debut, will start tonight vs. Athletics
The Rockies are set to promote pitching prospect Sean Sullivan for his major league debut Friday night against the Athletics, per the Denver Gazette's Kevin Henry.
Source · MLB Trade Rumors
Braves release Maverick Handley, reinstate Hurston Waldrep from 60-day IL
Atlanta released catcher Maverick Handley to clear a 40-man spot, with Hurston Waldrep reinstated from the 60-day IL and optioned to Triple-A Gwinnett, per the club's announcement.
Source · MLB Trade Rumors
Shohei Ohtani scratched from Friday's Dodgers lineup with knee issue
Ohtani is out of the starting lineup for Friday's game at Chicago, though MLB.com reported the knee issue is "not an IL situation."
Source · MLB.com
Blaze Jordan set for his MLB debut Friday as the Cardinals open in Minnesota
Blaze Jordan is reportedly making his major league debut for St. Louis on Friday night at Target Field, per Yahoo Sports, as the Cardinals open a series against the Twins.
Source · Yahoo Sports
Chase Dollander expected to undergo UCL surgery after elbow fails to heal
Rockies manager Warren Schaeffer told The Denver Gazette that Dollander is expected to need UCL surgery, with one pre-operation appointment remaining before plans are finalized.
Source · MLB Trade Rumors
Jacob Misiorowski strikes out 15 in a Maddux, tops out at 104.5 mph
MLB.com called it the game of the year: Misiorowski recorded 15 strikeouts — a record for a Maddux — with a strikeout pitch reaching 104.5 mph.
Source · MLB.com
Giants name Caleb Kilian closer as San Francisco moves away from bullpen committee
Manager Tony Vitello announced Kilian as the Giants' closer before Friday's game vs. the Cubs, ending a committee approach in what the club reportedly views as a problematic bullpen.
Source · MLB Trade Rumors
Alejandro Kirk reinstated from IL, collects 3 hits in return for Blue Jays
MLB.com reported Kirk was reinstated from the injured list and delivered 3 hits in his first game back for Toronto.
Source · MLB.com
Trent Grisham exits Toronto game with hamstring injury, could be headed to IL
Trent Grisham injured his hamstring during the Yankees' series in Toronto and could be placed on the injured list, per MLB.com.
Source · MLB.com
Spencer Strider exits start with right arm soreness as Braves fall to Mets 7-5
Strider left Friday's game after his fastball dropped to 88-89 mph in the fourth inning; the Braves lost 7-5, and his status remains unconfirmed.
Source · Yahoo Sports