MLB Baseball 24 Hours

Last updated: August 14, 2026, 11:44 AM ET

Alex Bregman's Power Surge

Alex Bregman had a career night, hitting three home runs for the first time and driving in a personal-best seven runs. His offensive explosion powered the Cubs to a dominant 12-6 victory over the Nationals on Wednesday.

Injury Updates and Roster Moves

The Minnesota Twins will welcome back outfielder Byron Buxton, who has been activated off the injured list after missing 14 games with a hip injury. The team is preparing for Thursday's Field of Dreams game against the Phillies. Meanwhile, the Red Sox placed reliever Garrett Whitlock on the 15-day injured list due to elbow inflammation and recalled pitcher Greg Weissert. The Toronto Blue Jays have bolstered their pitching staff by claiming veteran Paul Sewald, who was recently designated for assignment by the Diamondbacks.

MLB Power Rankings and Fan Engagement

In the latest MLB Power Rankings, there's a new No. 1 team, as the Brewers have ascended to the top spot, ending the Dodgers' lengthy reign at the pinnacle. The White Sox also saw a significant turnout for a promotional event, drawing 40,000 fans for a Pope hat giveaway, a nod to the native Chicagoan pontiff.

Dodgers' First Baseman Avoids Serious Injury

Dodgers first baseman Freddie Freeman appeared to escape serious injury despite a scary moment where he fell down the dugout stairs while attempting to catch a foul popup. He is reportedly in good spirits following the incident.