MLB Baseball 24 Hours

Last updated: June 5, 2026, 11:45 PM ET

Injuries & Transactions

The Rangers activated shortstop Corey Seager and outfielder Wyatt Langford from the injured list ahead of Friday's series opener, while the Cardinals brought back Lars Nootbaar for his season debut against Cincinnati after the outfielder sat for over seven months. New York Yankees third baseman Aaron Judge suffered a stress fracture in his right rib from a late April diving play, a finding that sparked panic in the Bronx despite his expected return later this month. The Brewers placed left-hander DL Hall on the injured list and designated righty Jake Woodford for assignment, while both Hall and Grant Anderson left Thursday's 12-9 loss to San Francisco with undisclosed injuries. Arizona Diamondbacks first baseman Ildemaro Vargas and Dodgers third baseman Max Muncy both departed after a violent collision at first base, adding to the injury toll across the league.

Game Highlights & Team Moves

Matt Chapman delivered an 8-RBI performance highlighted by a grand slam in the sixth inning, tying the Giants' San Francisco era record as they routed the Cubs 18-3. Meanwhile, Padres star Manny Machado publicly expressed frustration as San Diego's offense continues to struggle, managing just a single run in its latest loss. The Red Sox optioned struggling starter Brayan Bello to Triple-A Worcester following another poor outing, while Diamondbacks right-hander Brandon Pfaadt was optioned to Reno to reset as a starter after an inconsistent bullpen stint. Twins pitcher Bailey Ober blamed slick baseballs for his elbow injury requiring a 15-day IL stay, pointing to conditions during his May 24 start in Boston.

Front Office & Community

Cubs president Jed Hoyer dismissed trade deadline focus as "the furthest thing from my mind," even as speculation mounts around potential moves, a sentiment echoed by Jeff Passan's early deadline preview identifying major names likely to surface in deals. The Dodgers unveiled a permanent LGBTQ+ display honoring trailblazers Glenn Burke and Billy Bean, marking a significant step in the league's ongoing diversity and inclusion efforts. While most attention centers on player movement, five emerging pitching options are gaining fantasy relevance as teams look to identify value in the upcoming draft and waiver wire pickups.