MLB Baseball 3 Days

Last updated: April 22, 2026, 2:30 AM ET

MLB Player Health & Roster Moves

The injury bug continues to impact several key clubs, forcing significant roster adjustments across the league. The Braves placed closer Iglesias on the 15-day injured list after he experienced right shoulder discomfort stemming from sleeping on it incorrectly Friday, leading Atlanta to immediately tap Suarez to assume the closing role. Similarly impactful is the news out of Boston, where starter Sonny Gray was placed on the IL with a right hamstring strain in his first season with the team after arriving via trade from St. Louis in November. In Los Angeles, the Dodgers confirmed that closer Edwin Diaz will undergo elbow surgery to remove loose bodies, projecting months on the sidelines. Meanwhile, the Mariners were active, designating right-hander Casey Legumina for assignment and recalling Alex Hoppe from Triple-A, while also placing third baseman Brendan Donovan on the 10-day IL due to a left groin strain retroactive to Saturday.

Several teams welcomed back key personnel after brief absences, though the Rangers face uncertainty regarding their rookie slugger. The Minnesota Twins activated third baseman Royce Lewis after he missed nine games with a sprained left knee, coinciding with the team’s recent surge, while the Orioles reinstated star catcher Adley Rutschman from the injured list ahead of their contest in Kansas City. The Mets, mired in a deep slump, are anticipating a boost to their offense as outfielder Juan Soto is slated to return Wednesday off the IL. However, Texas will await results from an MRI on Wyatt Langford’s tight right forearm, which forced him from Tuesday's 5-1 victory over the Pirates as a precautionary measure.

Struggles & Standout Performances

The New York Mets’ dismal stretch worsened Tuesday night as the team suffered its 12th consecutive defeat, collapsing late after holding an early 3-0 advantage, with the Twins capitalizing on a ninth-inning collapse by reliever Williams to secure a 5-3 win. Returning home to Queens after a road trip, the skidding Mets received a muted reception from fans facing the reality of last place in the National League East. On a brighter note for struggling teams, Cleveland Indians rookie Chase DeLauter snapped his 7-for-47 slump by hitting a crucial bases-clearing triple in Tuesday's 8-5 victory, hoping the hit will serve as a turning point for his season.

While the Phillies await the return of ace Zack Wheeler, who is scheduled for his first start since August on Saturday in Atlanta, other organizations are dealing with strange logistical hurdles. The Toronto Blue Jays were forced to endure an unusual surface trip, taking a bus from Phoenix to Orange County on Sunday night after a mechanical failure grounded their charter plane. Furthermore, off-field drama was punctuated by personal milestones: Dodgers first baseman Freddie Freeman was placed on the paternity list as he and his wife announced the birth of their fourth child, London Rosemary Joy, their first daughter via an Instagram announcement.

Managerial Commentary & League Trends

Managerial commentary focused on the unusual roster flexibility afforded to the Los Angeles Dodgers due to the presence of two-way superstar Shohei Ohtani. Chicago Cubs manager Craig Counsell deemed the current roster rule "bizarre", referencing the mechanism that permits the Dodgers to carry 14 pitchers on their active roster. Meanwhile, the league continues to see an emphasis on velocity, with data showing that throwing 100 mph has become the norm rather than a novelty, reflecting an evolution in pitching training and biomechanics.

In other team news, the Atlanta Braves confirmed that outfielder Ronald Acuna Jr. sustained no serious injury after being hit twice by Washington pitches, with X-rays coming back negative, leaving him day-to-day. Additionally, the Kansas City Royals saw manager Matt Quatraro and catcher Salvador Perez confirm they cleared the air following social media drama that emerged after Perez requested a "mental breather" over the weekend. Finally, fantasy managers are advised to monitor the waiver wire, as the Minnesota Twins and Houston Astros currently offer attractive pitching targets for those seeking immediate help in their rotations.