MLB Baseball 3 Days

Last updated: May 29, 2026, 5:53 PM ET

Injury Report

A rash of injuries continued to reshape MLB rosters as teams navigated the season's second month. The Milwaukee Brewers placed closer Devin Williams on the injured list with a right shoulder issue, while the Boston Red Sox moved reliever Garrett Whitlock to the 15-day IL retroactive to May 25 for left knee inflammation. Detroit's bullpen woes deepened when the Tigers lost both Casey Mize and Kenley Jansen to groin injuries during Wednesday's game against the Angels, forcing immediate roster adjustments. Minnesota's pitching depth took another hit as the Twins transferred Kendry Rojas to the injured list for elbow inflammation, and Dodgers super-utility man Enrique Hernandez suffered what the team called a significant oblique tear just two days after his season debut.

The injury wave extended beyond pitching staffs. Pittsburgh shortstop Konnor Griffin remained out of the lineup with right forearm soreness during Thursday's loss to Chicago, while Rangers second baseman Josh Smith returned to uniform for the first time since his mid-May hospitalization for viral meningitis but acknowledged uncertainty about his playing timeline. Arizona third baseman Nolan Arenado exited Tuesday's victory over the Giants with groin tightness, and Marlins starter Eury Pérez left after four innings when his right hamstring spasmed while stretching.

Discipline & Conduct

Milwaukee reliever Abner Uribe received a one-game suspension and undisclosed fine from MLB for inappropriate actions toward the St. Louis Cardinals' dugout during Tuesday's game. The discipline stemmed from an animated celebration following an inning-ending strikeout that Brewers manager Pat Murphy later called embarrassing and unacceptable. Uribe's suspension will be served during Friday's series opener against the Cardinals, marking the latest disciplinary action involving player conduct this season.

Game Highlights & Records

Shohei Ohtani continued to draw headlines despite expressing dissatisfaction with his performance after hitting a leadoff home run and helping position the Dodgers for a combined no-hitter against the Rockies. The Japanese star's perfectionist approach has defined his early-season play, even as Los Angeles continues to rely on his dual-threat capabilities. Meanwhile, Cristopher Sánchez extended his scoreless innings streak to 44⅔ innings Wednesday, surpassing Hall of Famer Grover Cleveland Alexander's franchise record for the Phillies. Yordan Alvarez homered twice for the second consecutive night, with his eighth-inning blast breaking a 3-3 tie to secure Houston's 4-3 victory over Texas.

The Yankees achieved a historic offensive feat Tuesday night when every starter recorded at least two hits in a 15-1 rout of Kansas City, collecting 24 total hits in what marked the first time in franchise history such a feat occurred. Gerrit Cole delivered another dominant performance in his second start since returning from Tommy John surgery, though the veteran quickly noted the small sample size of his comeback. In St. Louis, Dustin May carried a no-hitter into the eighth inning before the Brewers rallied with three hits and two runs to steal a 2-1 victory.

Draft & Prospects

As the 2026 draft approaches, teams are finalizing their boards with multiple prospects rising up draft rankings entering the final evaluation period. College baseball's regional tournaments feature several programs loaded with draft talent, creating intense competition for scouting departments. The Athletics called up left-handed prospect Gage Jump from Triple-A, where the 23-year-old had posted 56 strikeouts in 38 innings. Dodgers outfield prospect Kendall George suffered a patellar tendon injury while attempting to avoid a bat dog during Monday's Double-A game for Tulsa, highlighting the unpredictable nature of player development.

Transactions & Roster Moves

Andrew McCutchen's tenure with Texas ended abruptly as the Rangers designated the former MVP for assignment after he hit just .192 in 37 games. The Pirates prepared to start Jared Jones on Friday against Minnesota, marking the right-hander's first major league appearance since 2024. The Rays signed veteran Craig Kimbrel to a major league deal Tuesday, adding experience to their bullpen mix. Chicago's pitching shuffle sent Noah Schultz to the injured list with right knee patellar tendinitis while recalling David Sandlin from Charlotte.

New York's roster received boosts as Juan Soto, A.J. Minter and Jared Young returned from injuries on Tuesday, though the Mets lost Tyrone Taylor to the injured list. Cubs left-hander Matthew Boyd will begin a rehab assignment with Triple-A Iowa, scheduled for two starts before potentially rejoining the rotation. Hunter Greene took another rehab step Tuesday by throwing 15-20 pitches during a side session as he recovers from elbow surgery.

Historical Notes

Former Braves third baseman Bob Horner died at age 68, remembered for becoming the No. 1 overall pick in 1978 and homering in his major league debut after skipping the minor leagues entirely. His power-hitting career spanned parts of nine seasons, primarily with Atlanta. Bobby Valentine recalled his infamous 1999 disguise when ejected from a Mets game, telling ESPN how the incident still defines his managerial legacy and involved his players in hatching the plan to watch from the Shea Stadium stands incognito.

Standings & Rankings

Two months into the season, MLB's power rankings show increasing consistency at the top while Week 9 brought a top-10 debut and one American League club achieving its highest ranking of the year. The Cubs extended their losing streak to 10 games after Tuesday's 12-1 defeat to Pittsburgh, continuing a slide that has dropped them to the bottom of their division. Texas responded to being no-hit by scoring eight runs in the first inning Wednesday, capped by Joc Pederson's three-run homer in the offensive explosion.

Fantasy baseball managers are taking note as early MVP and Cy Young candidates emerge, with several players establishing themselves as award contenders. The Athletics saw their remarkable streak end when Nick Kurtz had his 48-game on-base run halted during Tuesday's 4-1 loss to Seattle, going 0-for-4 with three strikeouts. Carson Benge credited a mustache shave for breaking a slump, delivering clutch singles in the Mets' victory over the Rockies.

Ownership & Business

Travis Kelce joined the Guardians' ownership group as a minority investor, purchasing a stake in the Cleveland organization he grew up supporting in Ohio.