MLB Baseball 24 Hours

Last updated: August 13, 2026, 11:41 PM ET

Offensive Explosions and Pitching Notes

Alex Bregman had a career night, hitting three home runs and driving in seven runs to lead the Cubs to a decisive 12-6 victory over the Nationals. In his major league debut, Washington Nationals prospect Jackson Kent pitched four-plus innings against the Cubs. The White Sox saw a massive turnout for their promotional "Pope Hat" giveaway, drawing 40,000 fans. This event embraced the team's connection to Chicago-native Pope Leo.

Injuries and Roster Moves

The Twins activated outfielder Byron Buxton from the injured list ahead of their Field of Dreams game against the Phillies, as he returns from a 14-game absence due to a hip injury. In Boston, the Red Sox placed reliever Garrett Whitlock on the 15-day injured list with elbow inflammation, recalling Greg Weissert. The Colorado Rockies have placed third baseman Kyle Karros on the seven-day concussion injured list. Pitcher Paul Skenes was removed from his start after 65 pitches due to a dip in fastball velocity, fueling speculation about his health.

Team Standings and Transactions

The Blue Jays bolstered their bullpen by claiming veteran Paul Sewald, who was recently designated for assignment by the Diamondbacks. In a significant shift in the league's hierarchy, the Milwaukee Brewers have ascended to the No. 1 spot in the MLB Power Rankings, unseating the Dodgers for the first time in nearly two months. Dodgers first baseman Freddie Freeman appears to have avoided serious injury after a dramatic fall into the dugout while attempting to catch a foul popup.