MLB Baseball 24 Hours

Last updated: May 29, 2026, 5:49 AM ET

Pitching Performances & No-Hit Bids

Cardinals pitcher Dustin May nearly achieved history carrying a no-hitter into the eighth inning against the Brewers, though the Brewers ultimately broke through with three hits and two runs in the eighth for a 2-1 victory. Meanwhile, Gerrit Cole dazzled in his return for the Yankees with his second consecutive dominant start since Tommy John surgery, though he tempered expectations by noting "it's 2 games" in his typically understated fashion. On the record-breaking front, Cristopher Sánchez extended his scoreless streak to 44⅔ innings, surpassing Hall of Famer Grover Cleveland Alexander to set the Phillies franchise record.

Injury Updates Across League

Multiple teams navigated injury news as the Pirates kept shortstop Konnor Griffin sidelined due to soreness in his right forearm for Thursday's 7-2 loss to the Cubs, while the Pirates will see right-hander Jared Jones make his return to MLB action since 2024 when he starts against the Minnesota Twins. In Detroit, the Tigers placed closer Kenley Jansen on the 15-day injured list with pelvic inflammation, and the Boston Red Sox put Garrett Whitlock on the 15-day IL with left knee inflammation, a move retroactive to May 25. The Dodgers continue to deal with injuries, placing super-utility man Enrique Hernández on the IL with a "significant" oblique tear and will do the same with left fielder Teoscar Hernandez on Friday, while outfield prospect Kendall George suffered a patellar tendon injury while jumping out of the way to avoid a bat dog in Double-A.

Standings & League Dynamics

Two months into the 2026 season, MLB power rankings show the top of the list has become more consistent, though Week 9 brought a top-10 debut and one AL club's highest ranking of the season. Meanwhile, baseball faces potential labor uncertainty as the league pushes for a salary cap while the MLBPA remains strongly opposed, with the collective bargaining agreement battle just beginning. In fantasy baseball news, analysts project future player values with surprising insights like Fernando Tatis ranking outside the top 50 hitters and Schmitt emerging as a top-10 option.

Notable Player Performances

Shohei Ohtani continued his impressive form for the Dodgers by hitting a leadoff home run and positioning the team for a combined no-hit bid, yet the two-way star lamented flaws in his performance, showcasing his relentless pursuit of excellence. On the North Side, Javier Baez pulled off a remarkable play during his time with the Cubs that made the Pirates look like Little Leaguers, earning him the nickname "El Mago" from teammates. For the Mets, rookie outfielder Carson Benge found success after a grooming decision, delivering a pair of clutch singles after shaving his mustache, which he jokingly suggested might have been holding him back.

Return to Action & Recovery

Rangers second baseman Josh Smith returned to uniform Thursday for the first time since being hospitalized in mid-May with viral meningitis, though he remains uncertain about when he'll be cleared to return to game action. The Pirates will also welcome back a key contributor as Jones prepares to make his MLB debut since 2024, providing a much-needed boost to their rotation after a series of injuries have plagued the pitching staff.