MLB Baseball 3 Days

Last updated: June 23, 2026, 5:31 PM ET

Player Movement & Injuries

The Milwaukee Brewers have released former starting third baseman Luis Rengifo after he opened the season in that role. Meanwhile, the Cincinnati Reds are set to reinstate shortstop Elly De La Cruz from the injured list Tuesday after a 19-game absence due to a strained right hamstring. De La Cruz, who made three rehab starts for Triple-A Louisville, was activated ahead of Tuesday night's game against Milwaukee following his three-week IL stint. In New York, the Mets are evaluating shortstop Francisco Lindor after his third rehab game for Triple-A Syracuse, with a decision on his activation from a two-month absence pending after Tuesday's assessment. The Philadelphia Phillies recalled right-hander Alan Rangel from Triple-A Lehigh Valley and reinstated left-hander Kyle Backhus from the 15-day injured list on Monday. The White Sox catcher Kyle Teel, sidelined with a thigh strain and knee injury, is slated to make his season debut against Cleveland, while Edgar Quero was optioned. The Boston Red Sox placed utility infielder Isiah Kiner-Falefa on the injured list Saturday with left forearm inflammation.

Pitching Returns & Setbacks

Milwaukee's Brandon Woodruff recorded his 900th career strikeout in his first start since April 30, also taking a perfect game into the sixth inning. The Arizona Diamondbacks lost another starting pitcher, placing right-hander Michael Soroka on the 15-day injured list with a strained right glute. Rangers' right-hander Jack Leiter was placed on the 15-day injured list with an ankle issue he has battled for most of the season, with shortstop Corey Seager still sidelined. The Marlins designated infielder Christopher Morel for assignment and placed slugger Liam Hicks on the injured list due to lower back strain, though Hicks was later scratched from Saturday's game with back tightness.

Notable Performances & Milestones

The Phillies saw a historic offensive outburst Saturday night, as Kyle Schwarber hit three home runs, and Bryce Harper achieved the 11th cycle in franchise history during a 15-3 rout of the Mets. Minnesota's Byron Buxton ignited a 10-run fifth inning for the Twins against the Diamondbacks with a grand slam, contributing to a decisive 16-8 victory. On the same Saturday, Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani announced he had become a father again, and later hit a home run in a 3-2 loss to the Orioles.

Managerial & League News

Brewers manager Pat Murphy revealed plans for upcoming surgeries, with a back procedure scheduled for Thursday and a hip surgery during the All-Star break. MLB commissioner Rob Manfred addressed the controversy surrounding the San Francisco Giants' pride caps, stating in a letter to Senator Josh Hawley that guidance provided to players regarding the option to decline wearing rainbow-themed caps was "not clear." Yankees manager Aaron Boone expressed displeasure with second baseman Jazz Chisholm's decision to play while consuming a lollipop during Monday night's game.

Fantasy Baseball & Unconventional Awards

As the season progresses, fantasy baseball managers are evaluating waiver wire additions, with AL Central rookies highlighted among potential pickups. The focus includes which relief pitchers to add or drop based on performance through the first half of the season. In an unconventional segment, Jeff Passan distributed awards for the season's most surprising or embarrassing moments.

Team Strengths & Player Updates

For teams leading their divisions, key strengths driving their success include rotation depth and clutch hitting. Dodgers outfielder Kyle Tucker was removed from Monday's game against the Twins in the second inning due to low back spasms. The Yankees activated Austin Wells from the 10-day injured list after a two-week absence due to cervical headaches. Milwaukee's Robert Gasser earned his first win since May 15 in a 9-4 victory over the Braves on Sunday.