MLB Baseball 3 Days

Last updated: June 21, 2026, 8:30 PM ET

Player Movements & Injuries

The weekend saw significant roster shuffling and injury updates across Major League Baseball. The Miami Marlins designated infielder Christopher Morel for assignment while also placing slugger Liam Hicks on the injured list with a back strain, a move that came after Hicks was a late scratch on Saturday due to similar discomfort reported by the team. In Texas, the Rangers placed right-hander Jack Leiter on the 15-day injured list with an ankle issue he's been managing for much of the season and confirmed Corey Seager remains sidelined, while Nathan Eovaldi was scratched from his start with knee soreness as the team also optioned second baseman Josh Smith to Triple-A just days after his return from a lengthy absence. The Arizona Diamondbacks continued to be plagued by pitching injuries, placing starter Michael Soroka on the 15-day IL with a glute strain after he exited Friday's outing with hip discomfort just one inning in.

The New York Yankees activated Austin Wells from the 10-day injured list after the catcher missed two weeks due to cervical headaches as the team also dealt with Jazz Chisholm Jr. exiting Thursday's game after a foul ball to the groin, though Chisholm stated Friday he would not wear a protective cup despite the incident. In Boston, the Red Sox placed utility infielder Isiah Kiner-Falefa on the injured list Saturday with forearm inflammation as the Cubs diagnosed closer Daniel Palencia with a mild flexor strain in his right arm. The Detroit Tigers face a lengthy absence for veteran Justin Verlander, who has a left hamstring strain and is likely out for "weeks," according to manager A.J. Hinch who also heard Tigers ace Tarik Skubal express urgency for the team to improve before the trade deadline.

Standout Performances & Milestones

Despite a challenging week for many teams, several players delivered memorable performances. Kyle Schwarber fueled the Philadelphia Phillies' offense with three home runs on Saturday, while Bryce Harper achieved a rare feat by hitting for the cycle in the same game, an offensive explosion that led the Phillies to a dominant 15-3 victory over the Mets marking a significant offensive showing. The Minnesota Twins also showcased a potent offense on Saturday, rallying for 10 runs in the fifth inning en route to a 16-8 win over the Diamondbacks, highlighted by a grand slam from Byron Buxton who later addressed trade speculation by stating, "I'm a Twin."

In Milwaukee, Robert Gasser earned his first win since May 15th in the Brewers' 9-4 defeat of the Braves on Sunday, a victory that provided a boost for the left-hander as fellow Brewer Jacob Misiorowski continued to impress with his velocity, topping out at 104.2 mph on Friday night, though it wasn't enough to secure a win. Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani, who was away from the team on paternity leave on Friday and announced Saturday he had become a father again, later hit a home run in Los Angeles' 3-2 loss to the Baltimore Orioles.

Team Transactions & League Developments

The Atlanta Braves acquired catcher Joey Bart from the Pittsburgh Pirates in exchange for right-handed pitcher Hunter Stratton on Thursday night as the San Francisco Giants continue to navigate a difficult season, with manager Bob Melvin acknowledging the need for openness regarding the team's direction ahead of the trade deadline. The Kansas City Royals saw shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. exit Thursday's game with right knee discomfort after a sliding play, though he avoided the injured list and was out of the lineup Friday with a mild MCL sprain a move that also saw the Rangers option second baseman Josh Smith to Triple-A.

The Blue Jays are anticipating the return of right-hander Shane Bieber, who rejoined the team Friday and could be activated from the injured list soon, according to manager John Schneider while manager Pat Murphy of the Brewers revealed plans for hip and back surgeries during the All-Star break. In a peculiar start to Friday night's game, only two umpires were on the field for the opening of the Padres-Rangers matchup adding to a week of unusual circumstances. The league also continued discussions around its draft proposal, which includes plans for an international draft and potential changes to the domestic version as baseball continues to explore new structures.