MLB news, Saturday, June 20, 2026
19 full Posterior articles, with the original source linked.
Eury Pérez could return to Marlins rotation as soon as next week after rehab start
Pérez threw 3 2/3 innings and 51 pitches for Triple-A Jacksonville, and manager Clayton McCullough says another minor-league start may not be necessary before a return.
Source · MLB Trade Rumors
Andrew Painter sent to Lehigh Valley to work on fastball command
The Phillies are reportedly sending Andrew Painter to Lehigh Valley to address fastball struggles at the major-league level, per Yahoo Sports.
Source · Yahoo Sports
Francisco Lindor begins rehab assignment with Double-A Rumble Ponies
Lindor started a rehab stint with the Rumble Ponies on June 19, per Yahoo Sports; his return to the Mets remains unconfirmed.
Source · Yahoo Sports
Byron Buxton has avoided the IL in 2026 while dealing with minor injuries
Buxton has appeared in 64 of the Twins' 76 games this season, per FanGraphs, staying off the injured list despite some minor health concerns.
Source · FanGraphs
Byron Buxton on pace for 49 HR and ~6 WAR after staying off the IL in 2026
Per FanGraphs, Buxton has played 64 of the Twins' 76 games without an IL stint, putting him on pace for career-best numbers, though projections expect some slowdown.
Source · FanGraphs
Soroka, Lawlar to undergo MRIs after early exits in Diamondbacks' win
Soroka left after one inning with left glute discomfort and Lawlar exited with a right hamstring strain; both await MRI results to determine severity.
Source · MLB Trade Rumors
Guardians have Ingle and Aleman thriving in Triple-A while MLB roster struggles
Per Yahoo Sports, Cooper Ingle (165 wRC+) and Franco Aleman (0.56 ERA in his last 16 innings) are excelling at Triple-A Columbus, but Cleveland has not called either up.
Source · Yahoo Sports
Tigers reportedly identify desired return for Tarik Skubal ahead of trade deadline
CBS Sports reports Detroit has zeroed in on what it wants back in a Skubal deal, though no trade has been announced and significant uncertainty remains.
Source · CBS Sports
Tigers reportedly know their price for Tarik Skubal with the deadline approaching
Per CBS Sports, Detroit has settled on a desired return package for Skubal, though no trade partner has been named and no deal has been announced.
Source · CBS Sports
Pirates open to trading prospects and 34th overall draft pick amid playoff push
Per The Athletic's Ken Rosenthal, Pittsburgh is open to dealing prospects and their CBR-A pick (34th overall) while sitting at 38-38 and two games out of a wild card slot.
Source · MLB Trade Rumors
Giants pitchers say MLB warning over altered Pride caps was 'not discrimination'
Three Giants relievers told the San Francisco Chronicle they don't feel discriminated against after MLB warned them for modifying Pride Night caps; the DOJ has announced an investigation into MLB.
Source · Yahoo Sports
Mariners outright Curtis Washington Jr. to A-level Everett after he clears waivers
Seattle announced the outright assignment of outfielder Curtis Washington Jr. to A-level Everett, opening a 40-man roster spot after he passed through waivers unclaimed.
Source · MLB Trade Rumors
Adrian Houser moved to Giants bullpen as Tyler Mahle nears return
Giants manager Tony Vitello told reporters Houser is out of the rotation, with Mahle reportedly nearing a 15-day IL return and Trevor McDonald retaining his starting role.
Source · MLB Trade Rumors
Kyle Harrison (8-1, 2.47 ERA) starts for Brewers vs. Chris Sale (8-5, 2.30 ERA) in Atlanta
Milwaukee sends Kyle Harrison against Braves ace Chris Sale on Saturday at Truist Park, per Yahoo Sports, in a second straight marquee pitching matchup in the series.
Source · Yahoo Sports
Shohei Ohtani back in Dodgers lineup one day after welcoming second child
Shohei Ohtani returned to the Los Angeles Dodgers lineup one day after welcoming his second child, per MLB.com.
Source · MLB.com
Blue Jays acquire Luis Urías from Diamondbacks, expected to join MLB roster
Toronto reportedly acquired infielder Luis Urías from Arizona for cash; per Sportsnet's Ben Nicholson-Smith, he's expected to join the big league club via an upward mobility clause.
Source · MLB Trade Rumors
Astros trade RHP Jayden Murray to Cubs for Double-A 1B Cameron Sisneros
Per Ari Alexander of 7 News Boston, Houston is reportedly sending right-hander Jayden Murray to Chicago while Double-A first baseman Cameron Sisneros heads to the Astros.
Source · MLB Trade Rumors
Adley Rutschman placed on 7-day concussion IL after throw strikes him in the head
The Orioles placed catcher Adley Rutschman on the 7-day concussion IL after a throw hit him in the head Thursday vs. the Mariners; Michael Siani was recalled from Triple-A.
Source · MLB Trade Rumors
Angels release Taijuan Walker from Triple-A Salt Lake for second time since April
The Angels granted Walker his unconditional release from Triple-A Salt Lake, per an affiliate announcement, marking his second departure from the organization since late April.
Source · MLB Trade Rumors