MLB Baseball 24 Hours

Last updated: June 27, 2026, 8:33 AM ET

MLB News Briefing

Player Performances & Milestones

The Milwaukee Brewers witnessed a historic moment Friday as starting pitcher Jacob Misiorowski unleashed a 105.5 mph fastball in the first inning, setting a new benchmark for the fastest pitch recorded by a starter in the pitch tracking era. Meanwhile, the Chicago White Sox delivered an offensive explosion, routing the Kansas City Royals 22-1 with their highest run total since 1977. The rout featured a grand slam and six RBIs from Tristan Peters, and a significant contribution from Miguel Vargas, who added a three-run homer and an RBI double during a 10-run third inning.

Front Office & Roster Moves

The Los Angeles Angels have initiated a significant organizational overhaul, firing general manager Perry Minasian on Friday. Longtime executive John Mozeliak is slated to join the club as a consultant to spearhead the baseball operations department's revamp. In other roster news, the Boston Red Sox placed infielder Marcelo Mayer on the 10-day injured list due to a left forearm injury, impacting their infield depth.

Team Struggles & Managerial Changes

The New York Mets have parted ways with manager Carlos Mendoza, dismissing him after a 34-47 start to a historically disappointing season. Shortstop Francisco Lindor and president of baseball operations David Stearns have acknowledged the team's struggles, with Lindor stating that the Mets players "failed" their now-ousted manager. Questions now surround the future of GM David Stearns and the club's potential trade deadline strategy as they navigate their ongoing difficult period.

All-Star Break & Player Availability

With the All-Star break on the horizon, Philadelphia is preparing to host the 2026 MLB All-Star Weekend on July 14. However, a notable absence from the potential Home Run Derby field is Mike Trout, who indicated Friday that he is unlikely to participate in the event due to a strained right hamstring.