MLB news, Saturday, August 15, 2026
55 full Posterior articles, with the original source linked.
Turner Hill makes MLB debut for Giants in left field against Rockies
Turner Hill is starting in left field for San Francisco on August 15, making his MLB debut in Game 2 of a three-game series against Colorado.
Source · Yahoo Sports
Ricky Tiedemann makes MLB debut for Blue Jays with one-inning outing
The left-hander allowed one run on two hits in his first big-league frame, per Toronto beat reporter Keegan Matheson, with his fastball sitting 96 mph and touching 97.
Source · Keegan Matheson · X
Ricky Tiedemann records first MLB strikeout in Blue Jays debut
The left-hander notched his first big-league punchout, per the club, marking his arrival on Toronto's active roster.
Source · Toronto Blue Jays · X
Bryan Hudson closing out the 9th for White Sox with 4-3 lead
Bryan Hudson is on the mound in the bottom of the 9th protecting a one-run lead, per White Sox beat reporter Scott Merkin — outcome still pending.
Source · Scott Merkin · X
Brewers acquire INF/OF Jonathan Ornelas from Athletics, activate him for Dodgers game
Milwaukee acquired infielder/outfielder Jonathan Ornelas and placed him on the active roster for Saturday's game, per beat reporter Adam McCalvy.
Source · Adam McCalvy · X
CJ Abrams remains at shortstop despite announced move to second base
The Nationals started Abrams at short for Saturday's game at Citi Field, per Yahoo Sports, even after the club had announced a position change.
Source · Yahoo Sports
Brewers obtain Jonathan Ornelas from Athletics for cash considerations
Milwaukee reportedly plans to select Ornelas and have him active tonight against the Dodgers, with Jihwan Bae to be designated for assignment.
Source · MLB Trade Rumors
Joshua Baez hits three home runs in MLB debut for Cardinals at Wrigley Field
Joshua Baez became the first player in MLB history to hit three home runs in a debut game, per MLB.com, as the Cardinals played at Wrigley Field.
Source · MLB.com
Joshua Báez homers three times in first MLB game for Cardinals
Báez hit three home runs in three plate appearances in his debut for St. Louis, per Jeff Passan.
Source · Jeff Passan · X
Brewers acquire infielder Jonathan Ornelas via trade, DFA Jung Hoo Bae
Milwaukee announced the trade for infielder Jonathan Ornelas and designated Jung Hoo Bae for assignment, per MLB.com, as the Brewers reshape their infield depth.
Source · MLB.com
Brewers trade for infielder Jonathan Ornelas, designate Jung Hoo Bae for assignment
Milwaukee reshuffled its infield depth by trading for Jonathan Ornelas and designating Jung Hoo Bae for assignment, per MLB.com.
Source · MLB.com
Joshua Báez becomes first player in MLB history to homer in first three plate appearances
The Cardinals rookie hit home runs in each of his first three career plate appearances, the club announced, a feat no player had accomplished in major-league history.
Source · St. Louis Cardinals · X
Joshua Báez homers in first three MLB at-bats, making Cardinals history at Wrigley
Cardinals rookie Joshua Báez homered in each of his first three big-league at-bats at Wrigley Field, per CBS Sports.
Source · CBS Sports
Angels select Michael Fulmer to active roster for tonight's game vs. Royals
The Angels announced Fulmer's contract selection from Triple-A Salt Lake, adding the veteran right-hander to the active roster for Saturday's game against Kansas City.
Source · MLB Trade Rumors
Jake Rogers debuts for the White Sox, his fourth team of 2026
The veteran catcher is making his Chicago debut at Comerica Park, the ballpark where he previously played for Detroit.
Source · MLB.com
Jake Rogers makes fourth team debut of 2026 with White Sox at Comerica Park
The veteran catcher returns to the ballpark where his career began, now wearing his fourth uniform of the season.
Source · MLB.com
Matt Chapman undergoes season-ending surgery, targeting 2027 return
The Giants third baseman has had surgery and is targeting a return in 2027, the club announced, closing the book on a difficult 2026 campaign.
Source · MLB.com
Joshua Báez homers three times in first three MLB at-bats as Cardinals top Cubs
Joshua Báez homered in each of his first three MLB at-bats on debut Saturday, per CBS Sports, helping St. Louis beat Chicago.
Source · CBS Sports
John Schneider says Blue Jays momentum feels noticeably better than most of the season
Blue Jays manager John Schneider told reporters the team's atmosphere has shifted meaningfully, per beat reporter Keegan Matheson.
Source · Keegan Matheson · X
Rays' Chan wins 2026 MLBPAA Heart and Hustle Award
The Tampa Bay Rays announced that their player known as Chan has received the 2026 Heart and Hustle Award.
Source · Tampa Bay Rays · X
Brice Turang expects to play Saturday after running well pregame, per Adam McCalvy
Brewers infielder Brice Turang told Adam McCalvy he ran well and expects to be in spikes Saturday, though the club has not yet posted the lineup.
Source · Adam McCalvy · X
Joshua Baez hits 3 home runs in MLB debut for Cardinals at Wrigley Field
The rookie made history in his first game, per St. Louis beat reporter Derrick Goold, and spoke afterward about a bee and his late father.
Source · Derrick Goold · X
AL Wild Card race features 4-way tie for final spot, with Orioles potentially making it 5
Per Bob Nightengale, four teams are deadlocked for the final AL Wild Card berth, a fifth could join if Baltimore wins — and none hold a winning record.
Source · Bob Nightengale · X
Jonathan Ornelas acquired by Brewers via trade, makes first MLB start
Milwaukee picked up the infielder and put him in the lineup immediately, per the club's announcement.
Source · MLB.com
Vladimir Guerrero Jr. placed on injured list after exiting with head injury
The Blue Jays placed Vladimir Guerrero Jr. on the injured list after he exited a game with a head injury, per MLB.com.
Source · MLB.com
Yovanny Cruz gets closing opportunity for Nationals at Citi Field
Per beat reporter Mark Zuckerman, Cruz is being given a chance to close for Washington against the Mets; no further details on the arrangement have been reported.
Source · Mark Zuckerman · X
Ricky Tiedemann arrives in Toronto for his long-awaited MLB debut
MLB.com reports the Blue Jays have called up Tiedemann after an injury-plagued minor league journey; his debut role and timing remain unspecified.
Source · MLB.com
Rangers designate Marco Gonzales for assignment, activate Jakob Junis from IL
Texas designated LHP Marco Gonzales for assignment Saturday to open a 40-man spot for Jakob Junis, returning from the 15-day IL, per MLB Trade Rumors.
Source · MLB Trade Rumors
Sal Stewart reaches 91 RBI, tied for the MLB lead
The official Reds account reports Sal Stewart has 91 RBI, tied for the most in the majors.
Source · Cincinnati Reds · X
Kyle Tucker out of Dodgers starting lineup vs. Brewers amid home slump
Kyle Tucker is sitting Saturday's game against Milwaukee, per MLB.com, as the Dodgers give their outfielder a rest day during a stretch of struggles at home.
Source · MLB.com
Braves still discussing AJ Smith-Shawver call-up as Holmes's role remains uncertain
Per Mark Bowman, GM Walt Weiss says the Braves are still discussing a Smith-Shawver promotion, and any move may wait until Holmes is available to pitch in relief.
Source · Mark Bowman · X
Joshua Báez homers in first three big-league at-bats for Cardinals
The Cardinals rookie, who led the minors in home runs before his promotion, homered in each of his first three plate appearances at Wrigley Field, per CBS Sports.
Source · CBS Sports
Joshua Báez homers in first three MLB at-bats for Cardinals at Wrigley Field
The Cardinals rookie, who led the minors in home runs before his promotion, made history with three consecutive homers in his first three big-league plate appearances, per CBS Sports.
Source · CBS Sports
Red Sox announce rehab assignments for Anthony, Story, Kiner-Falefa
MLB.com reported that prospect Roman Anthony and injured veterans Trevor Story and Isiah Kiner-Falefa are slated for rehab assignments, though the club did not disclose timing or locations.
Source · MLB.com
Angels post starting lineup for Sunday home game against Kansas City Royals
The Los Angeles Angels announced their starting lineup for Sunday's home game vs. the Kansas City Royals at Angel Stadium.
Source · Los Angeles Angels · X
Matt Brash throws first bullpen session from mound, could return to Mariners in September
Brash threw his first bullpen session from the mound, per MLB.com, with a potential September return to Seattle now in view.
Source · MLB.com
Justin Wrobleski's home run troubles continue as Dodgers fall 4-1
Los Angeles dropped to 74-50 after Justin Wrobleski allowed multiple home runs in another post-All-Star break start, per Fabian Ardaya.
Source · Fabian Ardaya · X
Joshua Baez makes Cardinals MLB debut and reportedly makes history
Joshua Baez made his major-league debut with St. Louis and reportedly made history in the process, per Cardinals beat reporter Derrick Goold.
Source · Derrick Goold · X
Cardinals' Tink Hence Cijntje exits start early after 11 strikeouts; reason unclear
Cijntje left his outing before its natural conclusion after fanning 11 batters, per Cardinals beat reporter Derrick Goold — the reason for the early exit remains unconfirmed.
Source · Derrick Goold · X
Trea Turner exits Phillies game after fouling ball off right knee
Turner left mid-game after a foul ball struck his right knee, per MLB.com; the Phillies have not announced a timeline or diagnosis.
Source · MLB.com
Kikuchi allows seven runs in first inning of rehab start with Rancho Cucamonga
Kikuchi gave up six hits and walked two in a rough 32-pitch first inning for the Angels' Single-A affiliate, per Angels beat reporter Rhett Bollinger; his return to the MLB roster remains unconfirmed.
Source · Rhett Bollinger · X
Jacob deGrom unlikely to make next start due to triceps fatigue
MLB.com reports deGrom will likely miss his next scheduled turn for the Rangers due to triceps fatigue; initial findings are described as positive.
Source · MLB.com
Kyle Hurt en route to LA as Dave Roberts flags multiple ailing Dodgers relievers
Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said Kyle Hurt is headed to Los Angeles and will taxi Sunday, with several relievers described as "ailing," per Fabian Ardaya.
Source · Fabian Ardaya · X
Aroldis Chapman's 2027 vesting option triggers with Red Sox
The closer crossed 40 innings Saturday against Pittsburgh, locking in at least $13MM for next season pending a post-season physical, per MLB Trade Rumors.
Source · MLB Trade Rumors
Joshua Báez makes major-league debut with the Cubs
The Cubs prospect reached the majors, per Chicago beat reporter Patrick Mooney, in a debut that honored his late father.
Source · Patrick Mooney · X
Masataka Yoshida expected to go on IL, Red Sox to call up from Worcester
Red Sox beat reporter Ian Browne reports Yoshida is all but certain to be placed on the IL, with a call-up from the minor leagues expected by tomorrow.
Source · Ian Browne · X
Pirates push Paul Skenes back from scheduled start vs. Red Sox
Per Ian Browne, the Pirates are removing Paul Skenes from his scheduled start against Boston; no reason for the move has been reported.
Source · Ian Browne · X
Pete Alonso plans to play Sunday vs. Tampa Bay after calf cramp
The Baltimore Orioles report no concern after Pete Alonso experienced a calf cramp and intend for him to play Sunday against the Rays.
Source · MLB.com
Braves manager expects Holmes to stay in rotation; Smith-Shawver bullpen role undiscussed
Manager Weiss expects Holmes to remain a starter, per Mark Bowman; moving Smith-Shawver to the bullpen is an acknowledged option but has not been formally discussed.
Source · Mark Bowman · X
Reid Detmers strikes out 10 through seven scoreless innings on 75 pitches
The Angels left-hander allowed two hits through seven frames in a scoreless game, per beat reporter Rhett Bollinger.
Source · Rhett Bollinger · X
Yusei Kikuchi may need another rehab start before rejoining Angels rotation
MLB.com reported Kikuchi's latest rehab outing went poorly, and the left-hander may require at least one more appearance before returning to Los Angeles's rotation.
Source · MLB.com
Paul Skenes' next start pushed back to Wednesday against Tigers
The Pirates announced the right-hander is receiving extra rest and will face Detroit on Wednesday; the club confirmed he is fine.
Source · MLB.com
Paul Skenes' Sunday start pushed back to Wednesday vs. Tigers, Pirates cite rest
Pittsburgh manager Don Kelly told reporters the move is not injury-related, though Skenes' last outing raised questions about his fastball velocity and pitch count.
Source · MLB Trade Rumors
Colin Holderman exits Guardians game with wrist inflammation
The Cleveland reliever left a game against San Diego early; the club described itself as hopeful about his status, MLB.com reported.
Source · MLB.com
Cardinals promote outfield prospect Joshua Báez, option César Prieto
The Cardinals called up Báez, already on the 40-man roster; infielder César Prieto was optioned to Triple-A as the corresponding move.
Source · MLB Trade Rumors