MLB Baseball 24 Hours

Last updated: May 23, 2026, 2:44 AM ET

Injury Updates & Roster Moves

The Diamondbacks suffered a scare when Lourdes Gurriel Jr. exited Friday's game with left hamstring tightness after a sliding catch, adding to their outfield depth concerns. In Los Angeles, Max Muncy left the Dodgers' game after a pitch struck his right wrist, while the Cubs placed Matt Shaw on the IL due to back tightness and recalled Pedro Ramirez from Triple-A, where the infielder was hitting .312 with nine homers. The Angels optioned Josh Lowe to Triple-A and put Yoán Moncada on the 10-day IL with right knee inflammation, and the Mets designated Craig Kimbrel for assignment after a brief, ineffective stint. On a positive note, the Yankees activated José Caballero off the IL following a broken finger, and the Reds activated Eugenio Suárez from the IL, providing a boost to their struggling lineup.

Player Performances & Returns

Gerrit Cole delivered a strong return for the Yankees, tossing six shutout innings in his first start since elbow ligament reconstruction ended a 569-day absence. Philadelphia's Kyle Schwarber returned to the lineup after a three-game absence due to illness, batting second as designated hitter. In a duel of aces, Gavin Williams matched Cristopher Sanchez zero-for-zero through eight scoreless innings before Kyle Manzardo delivered a pinch-hit homer in the ninth to lift Cleveland past Philadelphia 1-0. Jackson Holliday hit a quirky two-run shot that snuck 337 feet under the left-field foul pole in the Orioles' 7-4 win over Detroit.

League Trends & Analysis

The nascent ABS (Automated Ball-Strike) challenge system is showing a high overturn rate in early returns, with a significant percentage of manager challenges successfully reversing incorrect calls, suggesting the technology is already impacting game strategy and outcomes. Off the field, the Athletics' planned relocation continues as their Las Vegas stadium project remains on schedule for a 2028 opening, with the lower bowl of the $2 billion domed venue now taking shape. In the minors, Mariners pitcher Jose Zerpa received an 80-game suspension after testing positive for the performance-enhancing substance Stanozolol.

AL West & Trade Speculation

Seattle's underperformance has made them a potential trade deadline target for teams seeking pitching help, according to analysts, though the Mariners' asking price may be steep given their competitive aspirations. The team must also navigate the loss of Zerpa, a upper-minors arm, for the first half of the season.