MLB Baseball 24 Hours

Last updated: September 19, 2026, 10:01 PM ET

Orioles and Mets Injury News

The Orioles activated Félix Bautista after a 14-month absence following elbow surgery, while Trey Mancini formally retired from baseball. The Mets, meanwhile, will be without first baseman Jared Young for the rest of the season after the 31-year-old suffered a concussion in a collision.

Guardians and Brewers Milestones

José Ramírez reached 1,000 career RBIs with a sixth-inning homer in Cleveland's 5-3 win over the Athletics. The Milwaukee Brewers matched a franchise record with their 97th victory of the season, continuing a dominant campaign that has them positioned atop the National League standings.

Yankees and Astros Setbacks

Aaron Judge is heading back to the IL with a calf strain, prompting manager Aaron Boone to say he is "not going to predict anything" about the three-time AL MVP's timeline. Houston shortstop Carlos Correa has been shut down for the year after doctors ordered ankle surgery, ending his comeback bid.

Playoff Race and Clinching

The Braves clinched a playoff berth with a win over the Astros, securing their eighth postseason appearance in nine years after missing out last season. The Dodgers got closer Edwin Díaz back from a monthlong IL stint in time for their series against the Giants. ESPN also examined the fatal October flaws facing every contender, from Milwaukee's power questions to Los Angeles' late-inning struggles.

Ohtani and Misiorowski Watch

Shohei Ohtani is progressing with his swing while on the injured list but has yet to face live pitching. Meanwhile, Jacob Misiorowski's epic season has become one of the year's defining stories, with the Cy Young favorite unleashing a 105 mph fastball that those around him describe as a flash of heat.

Gambling Trial and Mets Rumors

Federal prosecutors identified 18 pitches, including one from a 2024 playoff game, that they allege were rigged in the Emmanuel Clase gambling trial. Carlos Beltrán, freshly inducted into the team HOF, said he would not rule out interviewing for the Mets' managerial job but has no current interest in the position.