MLB Baseball 24 Hours

Last updated: June 27, 2026, 8:31 PM ET

MLB ROUNDUP

Injuries and Surgeries Continue to Plague Pitchers

The injury bug continued to bite MLB teams, with several key pitchers facing significant setbacks. The Chicago Cubs placed left-handed reliever Hoby Milner on the 15-day injured list due to appendicitis, adding another name to their already lengthy list of sidelined hurlers Cubs reliever Milner on IL. In Kansas City, left-hander Cole Ragans is scheduled for elbow surgery on Wednesday, the outcome of which will determine the extent of the necessary repair Royals' Ragans to have surgery. Meanwhile, Baltimore Orioles pitcher Chris Bassitt opted for back surgery, though the team expressed optimism for a return later in the season Bassitt back surgery. The Boston Red Sox also landed infielder Marcelo Mayer on the 10-day injured list with a left forearm injury Red Sox place Mayer.

Front Office Shakeups and Managerial Changes

Organizational turmoil saw significant personnel shifts. The Los Angeles Angels fired general manager Perry Minasian and have brought in veteran executive John Mozeliak as a consultant to overhaul the baseball operations department Angels fire GM Minasian. On the managerial front, the New York Mets are grappling with the fallout from the dismissal of Carlos Mendoza, with shortstop Francisco Lindor and president of baseball operations David Stearns taking responsibility for the team's poor performance Lindor says Mets players. The Mets' future, including potential trade deadline moves, remains a subject of intense speculation as they navigate a disappointing season Mets.

Power Hitting and Pitching Milestones

Despite the injury woes and front office drama, some players reached notable milestones. In a fantasy baseball forecast, the potential for significant home run totals was explored, with some projecting collegiate star Charlie Caglianone to reach 40 homers Caglianone hits 40 homers. On the pitching side, Milwaukee Brewers starter Jacob Misiorowski uncorked a fastball clocked at an astonishing 105.5 mph in a recent outing, setting a new record for the fastest pitch by a starting pitcher in the pitch tracking era Misiorowski hurls 105.5 mph.

Blowouts and Unique Events

The past 24 hours also featured a lopsided scoreline and an unusual ceremony. The Chicago White Sox delivered a resounding 22-1 victory over the Kansas City Royals, their highest run total since 1977, fueled by a grand slam from Tristan Peters and a 10-run third inning White Sox rout K.C.. In a more peculiar event, former player Ron Kittle tied the knot in a ballpark suite on Friday night while the White Sox were in the midst of their offensive explosion, with Chicago chairman Jerry Reinsdorf officiating the ceremony Reinsdorf officiates Kittle's wedding.

Home Run Derby Uncertainty and Team Strengths

to the All-Star break, news emerged regarding participation in the Home Run Derby. Star outfielder Mike Trout indicated that he is unlikely to compete in the Philadelphia event due to a strained right hamstring Trout unlikely for Home. Meanwhile, analysis continues on the biggest strengths propelling top playoff contenders, with teams focusing on specific areas of dominance as they push for postseason contention Biggest strengths for top.

Minor League Weather Woes

Even the minor leagues experienced unique challenges, with the Toronto Blue Jays' Single-A affiliate in Dunedin, Florida, enduring a season plagued by weather delays and postponements. The team faced 24 weather delays, 10 postponements, and six cancellations in 2025, prompting a wry observation about adapting to the elements "If you can't beat.