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Last updated: August 13, 2026, 3:20 AM ET

Game Results & Performances

Alex Bregman hit three home runs for the first time in his career and drove in a career-high seven runs, powering the Cubs to a 12-6 rout of the Nationals on Wednesday night. Washington pitching prospect Jackson Kent made his major league debut in the loss, recording a mixed outing after his contract was selected from Triple-A Rochester. Blake Snell showed "electric stuff" in his return to the Dodgers, striking out 10 batters over six innings after missing three months with loose bodies in his elbow. Across the league, Cal Raleigh called his own play "awful" and took the blame as the Mariners lost their fifth straight game, falling 4-1 to the Yankees; the catcher is hitting .159 a year after finishing second in the AL MVP race. Paul Skenes was lifted after just 65 pitches in Tuesday's loss to the Marlins, remaining mum on another dip in his fastball velocity that has raised health concerns for the reigning NL Cy Young winner.

Injuries & Roster Moves

Bryce Harper has been battling left knee soreness that returned as he moved back to right field for the first time in four years, though the Phillies are hopeful the issue won't require an IL stint. The Rockies placed third baseman Kyle Karros on the seven-day concussion injured list on Wednesday. In Oakland, first baseman Nick Kurtz may be in danger of missing the rest of the season due to his injured right thumb, the A's fear. Astros second baseman Jose Altuve exited Tuesday's game after being hit on the left foot by a pitch, though imaging came back negative. Elsewhere, the Blue Jays continued to bolster their pitching staff by claiming veteran Paul Sewald after the right-hander was designated for assignment by the Diamondbacks.

Trends & Storylines

The Red Sox have transformed their season with a historic 27-3 run, and a deep dive examines whether the hottest team ever can carry that momentum to a World Series title. As the second half approaches, a comprehensive look at 10 storylines that will shape the rest of the season highlights an epic MVP battle, a Triple Crown pursuit, and a crowded playoff race. A retrospective on the 1994 MLB strike explores what was lost — including potential home run history and .400 seasons — and what the labor fight that feels similar means for 2027 negotiations. And in Chicago, the White Sox's pope hat giveaway drew 40,000 fans, capitalizing on the connection to Pope Leo, a Chicago native and White Sox fan.