MLB Baseball 3 Days

Last updated: June 13, 2026, 11:50 AM ET

Pitching Performances and Health

The Milwaukee Brewers saw a dominant performance from Jacob Misiorowski, who struck out 15 in a complete-game, one-hit victory over the Phillies. The Brewers are also managing their rotation depth as Quinn Priester returns from a rehab stint for thoracic outlet syndrome. Meanwhile, the Toronto Blue Jays celebrated a milestone as Max Scherzer reached 3,500 career strikeouts by catching Kyle Schwarber looking on an 86 mph changeup.

Health concerns have plagued several rotations, including the Detroit Tigers, where Jack Flaherty exited early after three innings against the Guardians due to left leg discomfort. However, the Tigers received a boost as Tarik Skubal rejoins the rotation less than six weeks after elbow surgery. In Atlanta, the Braves face significant setbacks as Spencer Strider requires imaging for right shoulder and elbow soreness, while the Chicago Cubs will lose Jameson Taillon until after the All-Star break because of a strained left hamstring.

Player Injuries and Roster Moves

The Los Angeles Dodgers are managing multiple injuries to their superstar core. Shohei Ohtani missed Friday's lineup after exiting a game in the seventh inning against Pittsburgh due to precautionary knee inflammation. This comes as the team placed Will Smith on the IL with neck inflammation. In New York, the Mets are optimistic that Francisco Lindor could return by the end of June after beginning simulated games for a calf injury.

Other teams are shuffling rosters to cover health gaps. The Athletics activated Jacob Wilson but sidelined Brent Rooker with a bone bruise in his left knee. In Seattle, Randy Arozarena left early with a leg injury, and the Pirates lost Oneil Cruz to the IL after suffering non-displaced fractures in his left hand. The Phillies responded to their own depth issues by acquiring Derek Hill from the White Sox after Adolis Garcia suffered a pulled muscle in his shoulder.

Offensive Highlights and Team Trends

Yordan Alvarez provided a massive spark for the Houston Astros, hitting a grand slam and a two-run homer in the first inning against the Royals. The White Sox found a bright spot in rookie Braden Montgomery, who hit a walk-off homer in the 10th inning of his debut to secure a 6-5 win over the Braves. Atlanta's struggles continued as Ronald Acuña Jr. left a game with left hamstring tightness, leaving him day-to-day.

Team standings and outlooks are shifting as the trade deadline approaches. The Cubs are currently struggling in the NL Central, prompting analysis on whether they can recover before the trade window opens. This period of volatility is reflected in the latest MLB Power Rankings, which show several clubs rising and falling despite a stable top five. Analysts are now evaluating necessary moves for all 30 teams to ensure they are positioned for a postseason push.

Front Office and League Logistics

Tensions remain high between the New York Yankees and former closer Aroldis Chapman. Chapman demanded an apology from GM Brian Cashman regarding his 2022 departure, a request that manager Aaron Boone dismissed by stating the team owes no such apology. In Boston, president Sam Kennedy defended Craig Breslow despite describing the Red Sox's current season as "embarrassing and unacceptable."

Broader league discussions are focusing on financial structures, as the MLB examines salary cap models from other professional sports to inform ongoing CBA negotiations. On the transaction front, the Brewers have secured their future by signing Luis Lara to a seven-year contract extension. Meanwhile, the Athletics are preparing for a move to Nevada, though a preview of their Vegas site revealed a juxtaposition between glitzy entrances and a stadium that still feels like the minor leagues.

Miscellaneous Updates

The league continues to see high-impact collisions and unusual events, such as Royals pitcher Seth Lugo being hit in the head by a 106.6 mph line drive from Brandon Nimmo. In other news, the Red Sox are dealing with a lingering injury to Garrett Crochet, who admitted his lat strain is worse than initially thought. On the social side, Mookie Betts has voiced a character for a Disney Jr. show, and some analysts are suggesting pitchers adopt more celebratory on-mound rituals to match the energy of hitters.

Finally, some individual players are making headlines off the field or through projections. Pirates ace Paul Skenes visited Little Leaguers in Pittsburgh to reconnect with his love for the game, while fantasy analysts are speculating on power surges for players like Byron Buxton. In Arizona, manager Torey Lovullo defended Ketel Marte, denying reports that the star second baseman is causing friction within the Diamondbacks' clubhouse.