MLB Baseball 24 Hours

Last updated: April 22, 2026, 5:30 AM ET

AL Central Turbulence & Mets' Woes

The New York Mets continued their tailspin, suffering their 12th consecutive defeat Tuesday night after blowing an early 3-0 advantage, ultimately falling 5-3 to the Twins following a two-run ninth inning collapse by reliever Williams. Returning to a relatively subdued crowd at Citi Field following the extended road trip, the Mets faced a cold reception as the historic skid placed them firmly in last place in the National League East, though the struggling club anticipates an offensive boost Wednesday with outfielder Juan Soto returning off the IL. Meanwhile, in Minnesota, the Twins activated third baseman Royce Lewis from the injured list after he missed nine games nursing a sprained left knee, providing a lift just as they managed to secure the win over New York.

American League West Struggles & Roster Moves

The Seattle Mariners are languishing in fourth place in the AL West twenty-five games into the 2026 campaign, trailing all but the Houston Astros, yet catcher Cal Raleigh expressed continued belief in the clubhouse despite the slow start. To address their pitching depth, the Mariners designated right-hander Casey Legumina for assignment and recalled Alex Hoppe, who arrived in a November trade from the Boston Red Sox, from Triple-A. Elsewhere in the division, the Texas Rangers are awaiting MRI results for outfielder Wyatt Langford, who exited Tuesday's 5-1 victory over the Pirates due to right forearm stiffness, potentially sidelining a key component of their offense.

Injury Updates and Rotation Boosts

Several clubs received significant updates regarding key personnel returning from injury or heading to the sidelines. The Chicago Cubs confirmed left-hander Matthew Boyd’s return to the rotation, scheduling him to start Wednesday against the Philadelphia Phillies after missing three weeks nursing a biceps strain. Conversely, the Phillies themselves brace for the return of ace Zack Wheeler on Saturday in Atlanta, his first appearance since August, as the team attempts to stabilize a struggling starting corps. The Baltimore Orioles welcomed back star catcher Adley Rutschman following an ankle issue, reinstating him before Tuesday's contest in Kansas City. However, the Atlanta Braves were forced to place closer Raisel Iglesias on the 15-day IL after he reported shoulder discomfort sustained from sleeping awkwardly Friday night, installing Suarez as the immediate replacement in the ninth inning role.

Slumps Ended & Prospect Watch

In Cleveland, rookie Chase DeLauter snapped a significant slump, delivering a crucial bases-clearing triple during the Guardians' 8-5 victory that helped reverse a troubling 7-for-47 start to his young season. This offensive breakthrough comes as the organization continues to evaluate its long-term roster construction, including whether prospects like a new catcher are ready for promotion. Separately, the Red Sox placed starter Sonny Gray on the 15-day IL due to a right hamstring strain, marking a setback for the pitcher acquired from St. Louis in the offseason. The league-wide trend toward high velocity continues, with analysis showing that the 100 mph club is rapidly expanding, now even encompassing some high school arms, reflecting advancements in training and development.

Personal News

In non-game related team news, Dodgers star Freddie Freeman and his wife Chelsea announced the birth of their fourth child, marking the arrival of their first daughter.