MLB news, Wednesday, August 26, 2026

112 full Posterior articles, with the original source linked.

  1. Padres score two runs in 21 innings as new ownership era opens with offensive drought

    San Diego has managed just two runs across 21 innings since the team sale, dropping a 1-0 decision to Pittsburgh, per Bob Nightengale.

    Source · Bob Nightengale · X

  2. Roman Anthony homers in Triple-A rehab as Red Sox await prospect's return

    The outfielder hit a two-run home run during a rehab assignment, MLB.com reported, as Boston continues its Wild Card push.

    Source · MLB.com

  3. Giants pitcher Carson Whisenhunt diagnosed with torn UCL, likely needs Tommy John surgery

    The club announced the right-hander's season is over after the diagnosis; the injury marks the second consecutive night San Francisco lost a starter to a throwing arm issue.

    Source · MLB.com

  4. Byron Buxton injury update expected after Twins fall 4-2 to Athletics

    Beat reporter Dan Hayes signaled an upcoming update on Byron Buxton following Minnesota's loss to the Athletics, with the nature of any news still unconfirmed.

    Source · Dan Hayes · X

  5. Mason Adams strikes out five in MLB debut for Rockies against Nationals

    Colorado's No. 20 prospect was called up and made his first big-league start, recording five strikeouts per MLB.com.

    Source · MLB.com

  6. Hunter Goodman activated from IL, homers as Rockies snap losing streak

    The catcher returned from the injured list and delivered a home run in Colorado's first win after a skid, per the club.

    Source · MLB.com

  7. Diamondbacks rookie hits pinch-hit walk-off HR, moves Arizona within one game of wild card

    An unnamed Arizona rookie delivered a pinch-hit walk-off home run, per Bob Nightengale, moving the Diamondbacks to within one game of the final NL wild-card spot.

    Source · Bob Nightengale · X

  8. Carson Seymour earns first career MLB save with San Francisco Giants

    Carson Seymour recorded his first career MLB save, per the San Francisco Giants' official club account, signaling a high-leverage bullpen role in San Francisco.

    Source · San Francisco Giants · X

  9. Yimi García undergoes thoracic outlet surgery, ending his 2026 season

    Blue Jays reliever Yimi García had thoracic outlet syndrome surgery last week, per manager John Schneider, ending a 2026 campaign that never got off the ground.

    Source · MLB Trade Rumors

  10. Jim Crane confirms Dana Brown dismissal, Astros GM search on hold until season ends

    Houston's owner acknowledged the decision to part ways with Brown and said the organization won't begin a formal hiring process until after the regular season concludes.

    Source · MLB Trade Rumors

  11. Adrian Houser has forearm tightness, awaiting MRI to assess severity

    Giants pitcher Adrian Houser is dealing with forearm tightness he compares to a 2022 flexor-tendon strain, though he believes this instance is less severe; MRI results are pending.

    Source · Susan Slusser · X

  12. Giants SP Adrian Houser suffers apparent injury during start vs. Reds

    Adrian Houser left his start against Cincinnati with what SF Chronicle reporter Susan Slusser described as an apparent injury; his status has not been detailed.

    Source · Susan Slusser · X

  13. Houston Astros fire GM Dana Brown amid AL West lead

    The Houston Astros have fired general manager Dana Brown, per FanGraphs' Effectively Wild, leaving a leadership vacancy as the club holds first place in the AL West.

    Source · FanGraphs

  14. Ketel Marte absent from Diamondbacks lineup in win over Cubs

    Marte was out of Arizona's lineup during a comeback win over Chicago, per Bob Nightengale, with the reason — injury or rest — not yet disclosed.

    Source · Bob Nightengale · X

  15. Gage Jump shows no fatigue after exceeding prior season's innings total

    The Athletics right-hander shut down the Twins on Tuesday with continued changeup development, per beat reporter Martín Gallegos, despite pitching more innings than his previous season.

    Source · Martín Gallegos · X

  16. Red Sox lean on Wyatt Olds and Alec Gamboa as bullpen shuffles around injuries

    With Garrett Whitlock and Aroldis Chapman sidelined, Boston has turned to lower-tier relievers to fill gaps in the late innings, per Yahoo Sports.

    Source · Yahoo Sports

  17. Masyn Winn placed on 10-day IL with fractured thumb, expected back in a week

    Per Yahoo Sports, Cardinals shortstop Masyn Winn landed on the 10-day IL with a fractured thumb retroactive to Saturday, with a return window of roughly one week.

    Source · Yahoo Sports

  18. Zack Wheeler's struggles continue as Phillies drop two in Seattle

    The right-hander's recent difficulties contributed to Philadelphia losing twice to the Mariners, ending a nine-game winning streak, per Todd Zolecki.

    Source · Todd Zolecki · X

  19. Brewers rookie Cooper Pratt benched mid-inning by Pat Murphy after failed bunt and pop-up

    Milwaukee manager Pat Murphy removed rookie Cooper Pratt during Tuesday's game following a missed bunt attempt and failure to run out a pop-up, per beat reporter Adam McCalvy.

    Source · Adam McCalvy · X

  20. Shohei Ohtani pitching Sunday in Detroit is a possibility, Dave Roberts says

    Roberts told reporters a mound start for Ohtani in Detroit on Sunday is a "possibility," with the Dodgers' weekend rotation hinging on a bullpen or live-BP session Wednesday in Atlanta.

    Source · Jon Morosi · X

  21. Tarik Skubal expected to start for Dodgers in Detroit this weekend

    The left-hander is expected to take the mound at Comerica Park, per Jon Morosi, with Shohei Ohtani also slated to pitch in the series.

    Source · Jon Morosi · X

  22. Astros part ways with GM Dana Brown, leaving Jim Crane overseeing baseball ops

    Houston has parted ways with general manager Dana Brown, per MLB Trade Rumors, with owner Jim Crane now overseeing baseball operations.

    Source · MLB Trade Rumors

  23. Dodgers not for sale, Mark Walter's company says amid federal investigation

    Walter's company insists the Los Angeles Dodgers are not being sold despite a Lakers ownership deal, as Walter faces a federal investigation into potential loan fraud.

    Source · CBS Sports

  24. Garrett Crochet remains sidelined as Sonny Gray leads Red Sox into series finale at Miami

    Garrett Crochet is still out for Boston, per Yahoo Sports, with Sonny Gray drawing the de facto ace role as the Red Sox close out their series against the Marlins on Wednesday.

    Source · Yahoo Sports

  25. Austin Slater opts out of Rays minor-league deal, seeking major-league contract

    The veteran outfielder exercised an opt-out clause after batting .305/.407/.453 in 35 Triple-A games, per Robert Murray.

    Source · Robert Murray · X

  26. Logan Webb starts today for San Francisco instead of Landen Roupp

    Susan Slusser reports Webb and Roupp swapped assignments; Webb takes the ball Wednesday as the Giants chase their first sweep of the season.

    Source · Susan Slusser · X

  27. Jarlin Susana activated off the IL, pitching for Double-A Harrisburg

    The Nationals right-hander is back with Harrisburg after an IL stint, per beat reporter Mark Zuckerman.

    Source · Mark Zuckerman · X

  28. Rafael Devers at first base, Jung Hoo Lee in right for Giants vs. Reds

    Logan Webb takes the mound Wednesday night as San Francisco fields a lineup featuring Devers at first and Lee in right field, per Susan Slusser.

    Source · Susan Slusser · X

  29. Carson Whisenhunt needs Tommy John surgery, per Susan Slusser

    Giants left-hander Carson Whisenhunt reportedly needs Tommy John surgery; per Susan Slusser, he is seeking a second opinion only on which surgeon will perform the procedure.

    Source · Susan Slusser · X

  30. Will Rhymes a name to watch in Astros' GM search, per report

    The Dodgers front office member and Houston native has focused on player development, an area the club is looking to address, Jon Morosi reported.

    Source · Jon Morosi · X

  31. Ben Brown's neck symptoms return, Cubs rotation timeline now uncertain

    The right-hander experienced a recurrence of the issue Tuesday, manager Craig Counsell said, clouding his path back to the Chicago rotation.

    Source · Bob Nightengale · X

  32. Ketel Marte injury timeline set for discussion in Jon Heyman's Bleacher Report session

    Jon Heyman will address Ketel Marte's status during a live Bleacher Report appearance at 3 p.m. ET, though no medical details have been disclosed.

    Source · Jon Heyman · X

  33. Cal Raleigh's three-homer night offers reprieve in historically poor 2026 season

    Raleigh hit three home runs Monday against Philadelphia, but per FanGraphs he remains 44 wRC+ points below his ZiPS projection in what the outlet calls his worst professional season.

    Source · FanGraphs

  34. Cal Raleigh's three-homer game a bright spot in historically poor 2026 season

    The Mariners catcher hit three home runs Monday against Philadelphia, but remains 44 points below his ZiPS wRC+ projection in what FanGraphs calls the worst year of his career.

    Source · FanGraphs

  35. Yu Darvish throwing bullpen sessions after right elbow surgery

    The Padres right-hander has progressed to bullpens in his recovery, but the club has not announced a return timeline.

    Source · MLB.com

  36. Braves claim Ricky Vanasco off waivers from Tigers, option him to Gwinnett

    The right-hander moves to Atlanta's organization and heads to Triple-A, per the club's announcement today.

    Source · Atlanta Braves · X

  37. Brady Singer unlikely to miss next start after painful sliding play

    MLB.com reports Singer is not expected to miss his next turn in Cincinnati's rotation after being involved in a painful sliding play.

    Source · MLB.com

  38. Dodgers post lineup for Wednesday's game at Atlanta

    The club announced its batting order for the series opener at Truist Park, with Roki Sasaki scheduled to start opposite AJ Smith-Shawver.

    Source · Los Angeles Dodgers · X

  39. Yankees sign Michael Fulmer to major league deal, make four roster moves

    The Yankees announced they signed right-hander Michael Fulmer to a major league contract and placed him on the 40-man roster.

    Source · MLB Trade Rumors

  40. Giants select Braxton Roxby, place Adrian Houser on IL with forearm strain

    The club announced the right-hander's promotion from Triple-A after Houser departed Sunday's start in the second inning.

    Source · MLB Trade Rumors

  41. Mike Burrows makes third rehab start for Sugar Land after nine scoreless innings

    The Astros right-hander is scheduled to pitch for Triple-A Sugar Land tonight, per Brian McTaggart, having allowed no runs across his first two rehab outings.

    Source · Brian McTaggart · X

  42. Ben Brown suffers setback in neck injury recovery with Cubs

    Cubs pitcher Ben Brown has experienced a setback in his recovery from a neck injury, per MLB.com, leaving his timeline uncertain as Chicago sits atop the NL Wild Card standings.

    Source · MLB.com

  43. Ben Brown experiences setback in neck injury recovery with Cubs

    The Chicago right-hander has encountered a complication in his rehab from a neck injury, MLB.com reported.

    Source · MLB.com

  44. Yankees place reliever Fernando Cruz on IL with elbow discomfort, add Michael Fulmer

    MLB.com reports the Yankees have placed reliever Fernando Cruz on the injured list with elbow discomfort and added veteran right-hander Michael Fulmer to the roster.

    Source · MLB.com

  45. Ben Brown's setback puts Cubs return timeline in doubt during playoff push

    Cubs starter Ben Brown has suffered a setback, per Patrick Mooney, casting doubt on whether he returns during Chicago's playoff drive — no timetable has been reported.

    Source · Patrick Mooney · X

  46. Brewers rank fourth in MLB runs despite fewest homers and highest ground ball rate

    Milwaukee leads the majors in ground balls and trails it in home runs, yet sits fourth in runs scored, per a report highlighting the club's unusual offensive profile.

    Source · Adam McCalvy · X

  47. CJ Abrams back at shortstop for Nationals after week-long absence

    The Washington shortstop returns to the lineup against the Rockies after missing a week, per Mark Zuckerman.

    Source · Mark Zuckerman · X

  48. Jeremiah Estrada placed on IL for third time in 2026 with right shoulder injury

    The Padres reliever returns to the injured list with a right shoulder issue, his third IL stint of the season; a corresponding roster move was made.

    Source · MLB.com

  49. Washington Nationals officially welcome a player named Luis

    The Nationals' official account announced the arrival of a player named Luis; no last name, position, or transaction type has been released.

    Source · Washington Nationals · X

  50. Nick Sandlin released from Tigers' Triple-A affiliate in Toledo

    The right-handed reliever was let go by Detroit's Toledo affiliate, per MiLB.com's transaction log, with a possible opt-out clause in play.

    Source · MLB Trade Rumors

  51. Orioles traded Adley Rutschman to the Red Sox at the deadline

    Baltimore dealt its catcher to Boston in a deadline move, per MLB Trade Rumors, part of a sell-off that also sent Taylor Ward and Tyler Wells out.

    Source · MLB Trade Rumors

  52. Nationals post lineup for Wednesday's game against Colorado

    The club announced its starting nine for the series opener with the Rockies at Nationals Park.

    Source · Washington Nationals · X

  53. Athletics announce roster moves but details remain undisclosed

    The club posted notice of transactions via its official account but did not specify which players were affected or the nature of the moves.

    Source · Athletics · X

  54. Justin Steele throws live BP in rehab, sitting 90-91 mph after ~17 months away

    The Cubs left-hander threw live batting practice at Arizona's spring training complex per FanGraphs, his first notable rehab milestone after elbow surgery and a flexor tendon setback.

    Source · FanGraphs

  55. Cubs' Ben Brown has setback with neck injury, returning to Chicago for evaluation

    Ben Brown experienced new symptoms tied to his neck injury and is headed back to Chicago to be examined by team doctors, per MLB Trade Rumors, further delaying his return to the Cubs rotation.

    Source · MLB Trade Rumors

  56. Jordan Lawlar homers day after leaving game with hit-by-pitch to head

    The Arizona infielder left Tuesday's game after being struck in the head by a pitch, per Bob Nightengale, then homered Wednesday against the Cubs.

    Source · Bob Nightengale · X

  57. Jesús Luzardo reaches 200 strikeouts for second straight season

    The Phillies left-hander hit the milestone for the third time in his career, per the club, as Philadelphia sits 4 games back in the NL East.

    Source · Philadelphia Phillies · X

  58. Adrian Houser placed on IL with right forearm strain

    The Giants right-hander joins a wave of pitching injuries for a club 26.5 games back in the NL West.

    Source · MLB.com

  59. Juan Soto takes live BP, says 'I'll try to be back as soon as possible'

    The Mets outfielder took live batting practice and expressed intent to return from injury soon, though no timetable has been reported.

    Source · MLB.com

  60. Jeremiah Estrada placed on 15-day IL with right shoulder impingement

    The Padres placed reliever Jeremiah Estrada on the 15-day IL with a right shoulder impingement; no return estimate was given.

    Source · MLB Trade Rumors

  61. Umpires admitted missing balk in Cubs' 2-0 loss to Arizona

    The umpiring crew acknowledged the error after reviewing video, per Bob Nightengale, but the call was not reviewable under current rules.

    Source · Bob Nightengale · X

  62. Garrett Whitlock faced live hitters, could be activated for Yankees series

    The Red Sox setup man threw as part of his rehab and may rejoin the club when it travels to New York this weekend, per MLB.com.

    Source · MLB.com

  63. Garrett Whitlock faces hitters in rehab, could be activated for Red Sox-Yankees series

    Red Sox setup man Garrett Whitlock faced live hitters as part of his rehab process and could be activated in time for Boston's upcoming series at Yankee Stadium, per MLB.com.

    Source · MLB.com

  64. Guerrero to stay in focal lineup spot despite struggles, per Blue Jays manager

    John Schneider said he does not want to punish Guerrero with a demotion and that the team is built for him to anchor the offense.

    Source · Keegan Matheson · X

  65. Orioles announce roster moves with no details disclosed

    Baltimore announced roster transactions on Tuesday but did not specify which players were affected or the nature of the moves.

    Source · Baltimore Orioles · X

  66. Ryan Watson blows save as Angels fall 4-3 to Cleveland in the ninth

    Ryan Watson surrendered the tying run and the go-ahead run with one out in the ninth, per Angels beat reporter Rhett Bollinger.

    Source · Rhett Bollinger · X

  67. Orioles select Luis Vazquez as Tyler O'Neill heads to IL with shoulder inflammation

    Baltimore selected infielder Luis Vazquez's contract before Wednesday's game against St. Louis, filling the roster spot vacated by Tyler O'Neill, whose return this season is uncertain.

    Source · MLB Trade Rumors

  68. Orioles select Luis Vazquez as Tyler O'Neill goes to IL with shoulder inflammation

    Baltimore selected infielder Luis Vazquez's contract Wednesday, filling the roster spot opened when outfielder Tyler O'Neill was placed on the injured list with shoulder inflammation.

    Source · MLB Trade Rumors

  69. Kyle Schwarber becomes first MLB player to reach 40 home runs this season

    The Phillies' leadoff man hit his 40th home run, reaching the milestone before any other player in baseball, per MLB.com.

    Source · MLB.com

  70. Tarik Skubal to face Tigers for first time since trade on Friday in Detroit

    The left-hander is listed as the Dodgers' probable starter for Friday's game at Comerica Park, his first appearance against his former team.

    Source · MLB.com

  71. Matt Waldron reportedly throws first knuckleball in Washington Nationals history

    Beat reporter Mark Zuckerman believes Matt Waldron delivered the first knuckleball in Nationals history, though he noted he may have missed a position player dabbling late in a blowout.

    Source · Mark Zuckerman · X

  72. Blue Jays enter Wednesday 3.5 games back of final AL wild card spot

    Toronto trails the final playoff position after Cleveland won earlier in the day, per beat reporter Keegan Matheson.

    Source · Keegan Matheson · X

  73. Adley Rutschman sits out second straight game for Red Sox with elbow soreness

    The catcher missed Wednesday's lineup against Miami due to elbow soreness, per MLB.com, with no timetable announced for his return.

    Source · MLB.com

  74. Tyler O'Neill heading to injured list with rotator cuff strain

    The Orioles outfielder was diagnosed via MRI and will move to the injured list, the club announced, with no timetable disclosed.

    Source · MLB.com

  75. Pete Crow-Armstrong and Cubs denied run on missed balk call in loss to Diamondbacks

    Umpires did not call a balk with Crow-Armstrong on third base in a scoreless game, per CBS Sports, in what became a close loss for Chicago.

    Source · CBS Sports

  76. Matt Olson's 37th homer gives him MLB-leading 69 extra-base hits

    Olson's 37th home run of the season lifted his extra-base hit total to 69, the most in the major leagues, per Mark Bowman.

    Source · Mark Bowman · X

  77. Shohei Ohtani's return to the mound described as imminent, pending bullpen session

    The Dodgers' two-way star could pitch soon, but the timeline remains contingent on how his next bullpen session unfolds, MLB.com reported.

    Source · MLB.com

  78. Kyle Schwarber becomes MLB's first to 40 home runs this season

    The Phillies' leadoff man reached the milestone ahead of the field, joining elite historical company in the process, per MLB.com.

    Source · MLB.com

  79. Kyle Schwarber becomes first MLB player to reach 40 home runs this season

    Schwarber reached 40 home runs before any other player in baseball this season, per MLB.com, joining what the outlet describes as elite historical company.

    Source · MLB.com

  80. Cooper Pratt benched by Brewers manager Pat Murphy over team culture

    Milwaukee's manager sat the rookie, with players and staff pointing to the club's commitment to a winning attitude as the reason for the decision.

    Source · MLB.com

  81. Carlos Correa expected back in September, two months ahead of schedule

    The Astros infielder, who underwent surgery in May to repair a left ankle tendon tear, has progressed to batting practice and could return before the regular season ends.

    Source · MLB Trade Rumors

  82. Pirates' Endy Rodriguez has season-ending left hip labrum surgery

    Rodriguez underwent left hip labrum surgery Wednesday; a 7-to-9-month recovery timeline means the catcher could miss time at the start of next season.

    Source · MLB Trade Rumors

  83. Luis Perales called up from Triple-A Rochester to make MLB debut

    The Nationals' No. 12 prospect joins the bullpen as Washington opens a homestand against Colorado and Miami.

    Source · MLB.com

  84. Dustin May exits after 1 pitch as 106 mph comebacker strikes him in the back

    May left his start after a single pitch when a 106 mph line drive hit him in the back; the Dodgers have not announced a diagnosis or timetable.

    Source · MLB.com

  85. Sean Murphy to start at least half of Braves' remaining games at catcher

    Manager Walt Weiss indicated the veteran backstop will see consistent time behind the plate down the stretch, per Mark Bowman.

    Source · Mark Bowman · X

  86. AJ Smith-Shawver strengthens case as Braves' Game 2 starter with sharp outing

    Mark Bowman reports Smith-Shawver bolstered his projection as Atlanta's best Game 2 starter option with a 90-pitch start against Los Angeles.

    Source · Mark Bowman · X

  87. Sean Murphy to start at least half of Braves' remaining games, Walt Weiss says

    Manager Walt Weiss reportedly indicated Murphy will start at least half of Atlanta's remaining regular-season games, per Mark Bowman, after the catcher homered Tuesday.

    Source · Mark Bowman · X

  88. Bobby Gasser throws 5.1 innings after unexpected first-inning entry for Brewers

    The right-hander allowed one run and struck out six after entering in the first inning, per the club, though Milwaukee has not disclosed why the scheduled starter did not pitch.

    Source · Milwaukee Brewers · X

  89. Roki Sasaki exits start in Atlanta with blister on right middle finger

    The Dodgers right-hander departed in the fourth inning with a blister on his pitching hand, the club announced.

    Source · MLB.com

  90. Chase DeLauter out of Guardians lineup for third straight game, enters off bench

    DeLauter has missed three consecutive starts with a left hamstring issue but came off the bench for Cleveland.

    Source · MLB.com

  91. Blue Jays blank Royals 3-0 behind seven-reliever bullpen day

    Toronto pieced together a shutout using seven arms and sits 65-69, three games back of the final Wild Card spot, per Keegan Matheson.

    Source · Keegan Matheson · X

  92. Twins evaluating Byron Buxton after early exit, roster move pending

    Minnesota is assessing the outfielder following an in-game injury departure, with a decision expected after the club's scheduled off-day.

    Source · MLB.com

  93. Braves' rotation depth questioned after deadline inaction

    Mark Bowman raised concerns about whether Atlanta's bullpen arms can stay strong into October after the club passed on adding a frontline starter at the trade deadline.

    Source · Mark Bowman · X

  94. Marlins place John King on release waivers after designation

    The left-hander was designated for assignment on August 23 and is expected to reach free agency if unclaimed.

    Source · MLB Trade Rumors

  95. Tristan Peters homers in fifth straight game, ties White Sox franchise record

    The Chicago outfielder matched the club mark and collected his first career home run against a left-handed pitcher, per the team's beat reporter.

    Source · Scott Merkin · X

  96. White Sox working to extend Munetaka Murakami, GM Chris Getz says

    The club is pursuing a long-term deal with the slugger, with a deadline in place, per a podcast appearance by the general manager.

    Source · Jon Heyman · X

  97. Diamondbacks place Zack Littell on release waivers after three-game stint

    Littell is expected to become a free agent if unclaimed, per the MLB.com transaction log, after allowing 12 runs over his final two outings with Arizona.

    Source · MLB Trade Rumors

  98. Travis Bazzana struck by line drive off Jose Ramirez's bat in Cleveland workout

    The Guardians prospect took a liner off his arm during what appeared to be infield work; the club has not disclosed his status.

    Source · MLB.com

  99. Sal Frelick reaches base four times in return for Milwaukee Brewers

    Sal Frelick reached base four times in his return to action, per the Brewers' official account, though the nature of his absence has not been detailed.

    Source · Milwaukee Brewers · X

  100. Fernando Cruz diagnosed with partial UCL tear, season likely over and 2027 in doubt

    Yankees setup man Fernando Cruz has a partially torn UCL, per The Athletic's Brendan Kuty; surgery is likely, and his availability for 2027 depends on which procedure he ultimately needs.

    Source · MLB Trade Rumors

  101. Byron Buxton acknowledges he's not physically where he'd like after Tuesday exit

    The Twins center fielder spoke before Wednesday's game, per Dan Hayes, raising questions about his availability as Minnesota chases a Wild Card spot.

    Source · Dan Hayes · X

  102. Nationals manager Blake Butera questions team's effort after 13-1 loss to Colorado

    Blake Butera publicly criticized the Nationals' effort after a 13-1 loss to the Rockies, a notably direct statement from the skipper, per beat reporter Mark Zuckerman.

    Source · Mark Zuckerman · X

  103. Tristan Peters hits home run in fifth straight game, ties White Sox records

    The White Sox left fielder matched both the club's rookie mark and its franchise record with a home run in his fifth consecutive game, MLB.com reported.

    Source · MLB.com

  104. Roki Sasaki placed on injured list by Dodgers, per report

    The Los Angeles right-hander is headed to the IL, beat reporter Fabian Ardaya posted, with no details yet on the nature or severity of the issue.

    Source · Fabian Ardaya · X

  105. Lawrence Butler crushes 425-foot homer for his 12th of the season

    Butler hit a 425-ft solo shot to center for his 12th home run of the season, per Athletics beat reporter Martín Gallegos.

    Source · Martín Gallegos · X

  106. Tony Gonsolin throws 3 hitless innings in first rehab outing with Royals

    The right-hander began a rehab assignment with Kansas City's Triple-A affiliate, his first game action since joining the organization.

    Source · MLB.com

  107. Roki Sasaki to be placed on 15-day IL after blister ends start early

    Sasaki departed his outing at Truist Park after developing a blister on his throwing hand and will go on the injured list, per manager Dave Roberts.

    Source · MLB Trade Rumors

  108. Eric Lauer to take Roki Sasaki's rotation spot as Dodgers place rookie on IL

    The right-hander is headed to the injured list, per Fabian Ardaya, with Dave Roberts naming Lauer as his replacement in the Los Angeles rotation.

    Source · Fabian Ardaya · X

  109. Tristan Peters homers in fifth straight game, ties White Sox rookie and club records

    The Chicago left fielder matched a franchise mark and a rookie benchmark with his latest long ball, per MLB.com.

    Source · MLB.com

  110. Fernando Cruz placed on injured list with UCL tear as Yankees add Michael Fulmer

    The Yankees reliever heads to the IL with a UCL tear while the club adds veteran right-hander Michael Fulmer to the bullpen.

    Source · MLB.com

  111. Robert Gasser called into emergency relief before sitting down in bullpen

    Brewers left-hander Robert Gasser was summoned immediately upon arriving at the bullpen for Wednesday's game, per beat reporter Adam McCalvy, suggesting an unplanned appearance.

    Source · Adam McCalvy · X

  112. Luis Rujano promoted from High-A South Bend to Double-A Knoxville in Cubs system

    Right-hander Luis Rujano has reportedly moved up a level in the Chicago Cubs organization, per Yahoo Sports.

    Source · Yahoo Sports

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