MLB Baseball 24 Hours

Last updated: August 13, 2026, 12:35 PM ET

Power Rankings & Standings

For the first time in nearly two months, the Brewers have taken over the No. 1 spot in ESPN’s MLB Power Rankings, displacing the Dodgers. Meanwhile, the Mariners dropped their fifth straight game as Cal Raleigh blamed himself for his offensive struggles.

Injury Updates

Dodgers first baseman Freddie Freeman avoided serious injury after a frightening fall into the visitors dugout. Bryce Harper is battling left knee soreness since shifting back to right field. The Rockies placed Kyle Karros on the seven‑day concussion IL.

Pitcher Returns & Concerns

Blake Snell showed “electric stuff” in his Dodgers return, striking out 10 over six innings after three months out. However, Paul Skenes was lifted after 65 pitches due to a velocity drop, fueling health speculation. The Athletics fear Nick Kurtz might miss the rest of the season with a thumb injury.

Offensive Fireworks

Alex Bregman hit three home runs in a game for the first time, driving in a career-high seven runs as the Cubs routed the Nationals 12‑6.

Roster Moves

The Blue Jays claimed veteran Paul Sewald after the Diamondbacks designated him for assignment. Nationals prospect Jackson Kent made his MLB debut, going four-plus innings in a start against Chicago.

Season Storylines

The Red Sox have transformed their season with a historic 27‑3 run, sparking World Series hopes. ESPN highlights 10 storylines that will shape the rest of the season, including an epic MVP battle. Looking back, the 1994 strike cost fans home run history and .400 seasons, and its lessons echo in potential 2027 labor tensions. The White Sox drew a massive crowd for their pope hat giveaway, embracing the connection to newly elected Pope Leo.