MLB Baseball 3 Days

Last updated: June 27, 2026, 2:32 AM ET

Managerial Transitions and Front Office Shake-ups

The New York Mets initiated significant changes Friday, firing manager Carlos Mendoza after a dismal 34-47 start to the season. Shortstop Francisco Lindor and president of baseball operations David Stearns were among those who publicly accepted responsibility for the club's struggles, indicating a broader accountability within the organization. The team's direction remains uncertain, with questions about whether GM David Stearns faces similar pressure and if the Mets will become sellers at the trade deadline to address their continuing issues. In a separate move, the Los Angeles Angels also dismissed general manager Perry Minasian, bringing in longtime executive John Mozeliak as a consultant to overhaul their baseball operations department.

Player Injuries and Roster Moves

Injuries continued to impact several clubs as the season progresses. The Boston Red Sox placed infielder Marcelo Mayer on the 10-day injured list with a left forearm injury. The Chicago Cubs are also contending with pitching depth issues, acquiring left-hander David Peterson from the Mets to bolster their rotation amidst absences. Cubs right-handers Ben Brown and Edward Cabrera were both placed on the 15-day injured list, further straining their pitching staff. The Pirates, meanwhile, added first baseman Spencer Horwitz to the 10-day IL with a hamstring strain, a move that followed his early exit from Wednesday's game with similar discomfort in his left hamstring. The New York Yankees followed suit, placing infielder Ryan McMahon on the 10-day IL due to a throat infection.

Player Milestones and Performances

Despite team struggles, individual performances provided moments of note. Milwaukee Brewers starter Jacob Misiorowski unleashed a blistering 105.5 mph fastball in Friday's outing, setting a new record for the fastest pitch thrown by a starting pitcher in the pitch-tracking era. In a stark contrast of offensive output, the Chicago White Sox routed the Kansas City Royals 22-1 on Friday, scoring their most runs since 1977. Tristan Peters was a standout in the blowout, hitting a grand slam and recording six RBIs, while Miguel Vargas contributed a three-run homer and an RBI double during a 10-run third inning. Shohei Ohtani of the Dodgers secured a win on the mound Wednesday, rebounding after a shaky second inning where he and catcher Dalton Rushing experienced a communication breakdown on a pitch.

Player Suspensions and Returns

The Diamondbacks activated outfielder Max Kepler from the restricted list Thursday, following the completion of his 80-game suspension for a positive PED test. Rangers shortstop Corey Seager was also activated from the concussion list Thursday, though the team subsequently placed utility player Cody Freeman on the 10-day injured list with a herniated disk. Brewers reliever Abner Uribe is slated to begin serving his one-game suspension Wednesday night, nearly a month after the penalty was initially handed down by Major League Baseball.

League-Wide Discussions and Future Events

Major League Baseball and the MLB Players Association are engaged in ongoing Collective Bargaining Agreement talks, with the union proposing a ban on prop betting on individual players. This proposal aims to mitigate harassment directed at players from disgruntled gamblers, according to a union source. MLB is also seeking to implement a maximum contract length of 5 years for free agents who switch teams in the next CBA, while granting organizations the ability to retain their own players for longer periods under the proposed terms. Philadelphia is gearing up to host the 2026 MLB All-Star Weekend, with the Midsummer Classic scheduled for July 14 at Citizens Bank Park. Fantasy baseball managers are also looking to the future, with analysts considering potential breakouts such as Caglianone hitting 40 homers and identifying "criminally underrated players" who could provide significant value to fantasy rosters.

Organizational Changes and Player Status

Bill DeWitt III was elevated to chief executive officer of the St. Louis Cardinals on Wednesday, having previously served as team president since 2008. In other news, Angels star Mike Trout indicated Friday that he is unlikely to participate in the Home Run Derby in Philadelphia due to a strained right hamstring. The Cubs' Dansby Swanson had a particularly productive series against the Mets, driving in 11 runs during a doubleheader sweep and breaking the franchise record previously held by Ron Santo. Meanwhile, Mets manager Carlos Mendoza stated that right-hander Kodai Senga has been demoted to the bullpen, and the team is also assessing the possibility of placing outfielder Juan Soto on the injured list after he exited Tuesday's game with an unspecified issue. The Toronto Blue Jays' Single-A affiliate in Dunedin endured a tumultuous 2025 season, facing numerous weather delays and postponements due to persistent adverse conditions.