MLB Baseball 24 Hours

Last updated: September 14, 2026, 2:57 PM ET

Blue Jays’ Offense Erupts Behind Guerrero

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. slugged his first regular-season home run in Toronto since August 2025 as the Blue Jays’ bats came alive at home. The long ball marked a significant milestone for the slugger, who had been waiting nearly a year to go deep in front of the Toronto faithful.

Schlittler Solidifies Cy Young Case

Cam Schlittler continued his dominant campaign on Sunday against the Mets, lowering his ERA to 1.95 and cementing his status as the clear-cut favorite for the American League Cy Young Award. Yankees manager Aaron Boone has watched the right-hander emerge as the anchor of the rotation.

Red Sox Rotation and Lineup Get Boost

Payton Tolle opened Sunday’s game against the Kansas City Royals with an immaculate inning, striking out the side on nine pitches. The left-hander’s precision set an early tone for Boston. Willson Contreras was activated from the IL and slotted into the cleanup spot for the series finale, giving the Red Sox a veteran presence in the middle of the order.

Diamondbacks Cut Ties With Gurriel

Lourdes Gurriel Jr. was designated for assignment by the Diamondbacks, potentially ending the tenure of an outfielder who played a key role in their 2023 World Series run. Gurriel struggled following a torn ligament injury, prompting Arizona to move on.

Yankees, Orioles, Giants Deal With Injuries

Clarke Schmidt will be activated this week and rejoin the Yankees as a reliever, 14 months after elbow surgery. Kyle Bradish was placed on the 15-day IL by the Orioles due to lower abdominal discomfort, effectively ending his season. Rafael Devers’ season is over due to a core injury, and the Giants’ designated hitter may require surgery.

Verlander Eyes Final Start

Justin Verlander is progressing toward a return from a hamstring injury, with the retiring ace and the Tigers hoping he can make one last start during a planned two-day celebration in Detroit.