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Last updated: June 12, 2026, 5:55 AM ET

Game Results & Player Performances Shohei Ohtani exited the Dodgers' game Thursday with knee inflammation after seven innings, per manager Dave Roberts, who called the move precautionary. The Pirates’ Oneil Cruz joined the IL Wednesday with a broken left hand, sidelining the outfielder for 10 days. Meanwhile, Max Scherzer of the Blue Jays reached 3,500 career strikeouts Wednesday, fanning Kyle Schwarber with an 86 mph changeup to begin the game.

Injuries & Roster Moves The Dodgers’ catcher Will Smith was placed on the 10-day IL Wednesday due to neck inflammation. Adolis García of the Phillies left Wednesday’s game with a shoulder injury, prompting the team to acquire Derek Hill from the White Sox for outfield depth. Additionally, the Red Sox’ Garrett Crochet revealed his lat strain is “a lot worse than we thought” while remaining on the IL since April 29.

Trades & Contracts The Milwaukee Brewers signed outfield prospect Luis Lara to a seven-year extension Tuesday, as announced by the team. Meanwhile, the White Sox called up Braden Montgomery, the 2024 Garrett Crochet trade acquisition, ahead of their game against the Braves. The Pittsburgh Pirates’ rookie shortstop Konnor Griffin, recovering from a forearm strain, could resume throwing as early as Wednesday.

Season Outlook & Analysis MLB Power Rankings highlighted two unlikely playoff contenders, though specific teams were not named in the report. A salary cap proposal for MLB was examined, drawing parallels to other pro sports, amid ongoing CBA negotiations. The Philadelphia Phillies’ Johan Rojas, nearing the end of an 80-game suspension, suffered a UCL tear and will require surgery, ending his season.

Game Highlights & Stats Braden Montgomery of the White Sox delivered a walk-off two-run homer in his major league debut Tuesday, rallying Chicago to a 6-5 victory over the Braves. The Pittsburgh Pirates’ Paul Skenes, the 2025 NL Cy Young winner, spent time with Little Leaguers in Pittsburgh, emphasizing his love for the game. Meanwhile, the Brooklyn Nets’ Kevin Durant was not mentioned in the provided articles, but the White Sox’ Montgomery’s performance underscored his potential.