MLB Baseball 24 Hours

Last updated: August 24, 2026, 8:39 AM ET

Phillies Rally Behind Schwarber's Walk-Off

J.T. Schwarber delivered a dramatic finish in Philadelphia as his major-league-leading 39th home run of the season capped a remarkable comeback against the Cardinals. The Phillies trailed by four runs in the bottom of the ninth inning before Schwarber's unlikely rally secured their ninth straight victory. The power display added to Schwarber's already impressive offensive totals, bringing his season total to 39 homers.

Yankees Injury Updates Continue

Ryan Weathers remains on the 15-day injured list with a left forearm flexor strain, though the left-hander expressed optimism about returning by the end of the season. Meanwhile, Gleyber Torres suffers a setback with a "moderate grade" left calf strain while rehabbing, putting his return this season in jeopardy. Despite these challenges, Mookie Betts was activated from the injured list after missing 25 games with a strained left hamstring, providing a boost to the Yankees' lineup.

Astros Manager's Family Emergency

Astros manager Joe Espada missed Sunday's game due to a family emergency, with bench coach Prince Machi revealing that Espada had "probably one of the worst nights of his life." The situation required significant attention from the organization as they navigated the unexpected absence of their skipper during an important series.

Mariners' Continued Struggles

Mariners starter Bryan Woo continued a disastrous stretch, losing his second straight start by at least 17 runs after the Cubs dominated 19-2. The Mariners have now been outscored 41-2 in their last two games, highlighting serious offensive and pitching concerns. Adding to the turmoil, Donovan was placed on the seven-day concussion injured list after being hit in the head during a previous game.

Dodgers Get Strong Performance from Skubal

Skubal's debut with the Dodgers wasn't smooth, as he allowed the Dodgers to build a 3-0 lead in the first inning, but the two-time Cy Young Award winner rebounded beautifully to strike out 11 in a 4-3 victory over the Giants. The performance marked Skubal's first win as a Dodger, showcasing his ability to overcome a slow start.

Dodgers Pitching Adjustments

Edwin Diaz will be ready to compete for the closer role upon his return from the injured list next month, despite ongoing struggles. The Dodgers are actively tinkering with Diaz's arm angle in an effort to restore his effectiveness in the bullpen.

Reds Hit Cyclical Blast

Bleday made history for the Reds by hitting for the cycle in his first four at-bats against the Diamondbacks, becoming the first player in franchise history to accomplish this feat in his debut with the club.

Mariners Rookie Debut

Rookie Bryan Woo gave it his all in his Mariners debut, allowing three runs over 5⅔ innings before Arozarena delivered the game-winning walk-off two-run homer in the ninth inning against the Cubs.

Two-Way Star's Return Timeline

Shohei Ohtani is "getting there" after acing a 30-pitch bullpen test, though there's no definitive timeline for his return to pitching duties with the Los Angeles Dodgers. The player faced teammate Mitch Haniger in live batting practice on Saturday, indicating progress in his rehabilitation.

Padres Pitching Setback

Padres pitcher Robert Suarez left Saturday's game against the Giants with a sprained right ankle after slipping down the dugout steps, forcing an early exit and creating additional challenges for San Diego rotation depth.