MLB Baseball 3 Days

Last updated: June 3, 2026, 5:55 PM ET

Roster Moves & Injury Updates The Mets cleared a roster spot on Wednesday by sending right‑hander Jonah Tong to Triple‑A Syracuse and promoting reliever Trevor Gerber for the series finale against Seattle option Tong. Boston’s frontline took another hit as ace Garrett Crochet, already sidelined with shoulder inflammation, was confirmed to have a low‑grade lat strain, extending his absence beyond the upcoming start‑to‑finish schedule note lat strain. In New York, Aaron Judge missed Tuesday’s game versus Cleveland after a bone bruise in his upper right rib radiated into his shoulder, raising doubts about his availability for the weekend series report bone bruise. Meanwhile, Seattle’s first baseman Josh Naylor, who exited Monday’s win over the Mets with back spasms, rejoined the lineup on Wednesday, giving the Mariners a healthier bat as they chase a season‑best streak return to lineup.

Milestone Performances Atlanta’s Matt Olson extended his iron‑man streak to 844 consecutive games on Lou Gehrig Day, delivering a tiebreaking sixth‑inning homer that lifted the Braves to a 4‑3 victory over Toronto, underscoring his durability and clutch hitting star on Gehrig Day. In Texas, veteran left‑hander Jacob de Grom notched his 100th career win, tossing five scoreless innings for the Rangers while the team’s offense supplied three hits from Ezequiel Duran, marking a rare personal milestone for the 37‑year‑old former Cy Young winner capture 100th.

Off‑Field Developments San Diego’s front office completed a $3.9 billion sale, a transaction that cemented Peter Seidler’s legacy of transforming the franchise and set a new benchmark for MLB ownership valuations sale completes legacy. In contrast, the MLBPA’s interim director Bruce Meyer warned that the latest collective‑bargaining proposal from the league highlighted a widening gap between owners and players, a development that could shape labor talks as the season progresses see CBA gap.

Bullpen and Rotation Adjustments The Houston Astros activated All‑Star closer Josh Hader from the 60‑day injured list, positioning him for a late‑season bullpen surge after missing the entire campaign. Simultaneously, the San Francisco Giants reshuffled their coaching staff, hiring former Astros third‑base coach Gary Pettis to replace Hector Borg’s previous role, a move aimed at sharpening in‑game strategic decisions hire Pettis. The Giants also dealt with a left‑hamstring strain to reliever Joel Peguero, placing him on the 60‑day IL and selecting Wilkin Ramos and Buddy Kennedy from Triple‑A to fill the roster void move Peguero.

Mid‑Week Drama on the Field Seattle continued its hot streak, posting a sixth straight win with a walk‑off victory over Arizona that highlighted the Mariners’ newfound groove and raised their win‑percentage to a season high. The run came after a dramatic comeback against the Diamondbacks, reinforcing Seattle’s position as a late‑season contender find groove. In New York, the Yankees delivered a historic 13‑run third inning against Oakland, the first such outburst in 21 years, as the first 12 batters reached base and the Athletics’ pitching staff collapsed under the onslaught record 13‑run inning.

Defensive Setbacks Philadelphia’s J.T. Realmuto left Sunday’s game against Los Angeles with a left‑wrist contusion after a pitch struck him, adding to the Phillies’ growing list of injury concerns. In Cincinnati, shortstop Elly De La Cruz was placed on the injured list with a right‑hamstring strain, with an initial 2‑4 week recovery timeline that could impact the Reds’ infield stability list De La Cruz. Cleveland’s Tanner Bibee made history by becoming the first pitcher in franchise lore to go winless in his first 13 starts, a streak that underscores the Indians’ broader pitching struggles note Bibee drought.

Player Sentiment & Future Outlook Former Red Sox star David Ortiz disclosed that owner John Henry expressed worry over the club’s direction after a last‑place finish, hinting at possible front‑office changes as Boston seeks to reverse its fortunes owner worried. Across the league, Bryce Harper warned that any disruption to the 2027 season from a potential lockout could erode fan engagement, emphasizing the importance of maintaining momentum in labor negotiations voice Harper.