MLB Baseball 3 Days

Last updated: May 16, 2026, 2:48 PM ET

Injury Updates Across the League The Toronto Blue Jays announced that right‑hander Jose Berrios will undergo elbow surgery on Wednesday, leaving his status for the remainder of the season uncertain as doctors have not set a recovery timetable. A day later, the Baltimore Orioles confirmed infielder Jordan Westburg required Tommy John surgery and will miss the 2026 season, compounding Baltimore’s infield woes. Texas added to its medical list when second baseman Josh Smith was hospitalized with viral meningitis, a condition expected to keep him out for at least a week. Los Angeles saw left‑hander Blake Snell scratched from his second start after imaging revealed loose bodies in his left elbow, prompting an indefinite sideline period. New York’s Max Fried was also pulled after three innings due to elbow soreness, and will undergo further testing before returning to the rotation.

Pitching Depth Tested The Dodgers’ rotation took another hit as starter Blake Snell was sidelined, while the Mets suffered a blow to their bullpen when Clay Holmes fractured his right fibula after being struck by a 111.1 mph comebacker, ending his start against the Yankees. In Seattle, former closer Liam Hendriks signed a minor‑league deal with the Cubs, hoping to revive his career after multiple injuries. Meanwhile, the Mariners placed catcher Cal Raleigh on the 10‑day IL with a right oblique strain, marking the first IL stint of the AL MVP runner‑up’s career.

Minor‑League Highlights and Oddities Pittsburgh’s affiliate dominated an Orioles farm club with a 28‑1 victory, capitalizing on seven errors while racking up 18 hits in just seven innings. Colorado made headlines when outfielder Jake McCarthy turned an unassisted double play—the first by an OF since 2015—against the Pirates. Louisville’s Triple‑A squad hosted a “Nothing Night” promotion featuring video‑board antics and on‑field music, underscoring the minor leagues’ push for fan‑experience innovation.

Standings and Power Shifts Atlanta surged to the top of the MLB Power Rankings, dethroning Los Angeles after posting a red‑hot offense that propelled the Braves to a 30‑13 record, the best in the majors this season. The American League’s wild‑card picture remains fluid, with recent wins by the Yankees and their rivals reshaping the junior circuit’s standings.

Off‑Field Developments Labor negotiations entered a new phase as MLB and the Players Association met for the first CBA talks of the season, signaling a possible resolution before the current agreement expires in six months. In Tampa, the Rays announced a tentative $2.3 billion stadium deal, mixing public and private financing to fund a new ballpark that could reshape the franchise’s revenue streams. Jason Heyward retired from playing and returned to baseball as a special assistant in the Dodgers’ operations department, adding veteran insight to the club’s front office.