MLB Baseball 3 Days

Last updated: June 27, 2026, 11:33 AM ET

National League Shakeups and Star Power

The New York Mets have undergone significant changes, firing manager Carlos Mendoza fired manager Mendoza after a dismal 34-47 start to the season. Shortstop Francisco Lindor and president of baseball operations David Stearns assumed responsibility for the team's struggles, acknowledging the players' role in the downfall. Amidst the turmoil, questions linger about GM David Stearns' future hot seat and the club's potential actions at the trade deadline. Adding to their pitching woes, the Mets also acquired LHP Peterson from the Mets, with the Cubs seeking to bolster their rotation given injuries to starters like Ben Brown and Edward Cabrera Brown, Cabrera IL. Right-hander Kodai Senga has been moved to the bullpen moved scuffling Senga as the team navigates these challenges.

American League Power Plays and Injuries

In the American League, the Chicago White Sox delivered a historic offensive performance, routing the Kansas City Royals 22-1 White Sox rout K.C.. Tristan Peters led the charge with a grand slam and six RBIs, while Miguel Vargas contributed a three-run homer and an RBI double during a decisive 10-run third inning. Meanwhile, the Los Angeles Angels made a significant front-office move, firing general manager Perry Minasian Angels fire GM Minasian and bringing in John Mozeliak as a consultant to oversee a revamp. Star outfielder Mike Trout unlikely Home Run Derby is expected to miss the upcoming Home Run Derby in Philadelphia due to a strained right hamstring. The Texas Rangers saw shortstop Corey Seager rejoins Rangers activated from the concussion list, though Cody Freeman was placed on the IL with a herniated disk.

Pitching Milestones and Player Movement

Pitching records were challenged as Milwaukee Brewers starter Jacob Misiorowski hurls 105.5 mph pitch in a win on Friday, setting a new benchmark for starting pitchers. In a notable move, the Arizona Diamondbacks activated outfielder Max Kepler activated Kepler on Thursday following his completion of an 80-game suspension for a PED violation. The Tampa Bay Rays came close to a combined no-hitter against the Royals on Thursday, with the bid broken up in the ninth inning by a two-run homer off Craig Kimbrel combined no-hitter broken up. The Pittsburgh Pirates placed first baseman Spencer Horwitz Pirates put Horwitz on IL on the 10-day injured list with a hamstring strain.

Player Health and League Discussions

Injuries continue to impact several teams. The Boston Red Sox placed infielder Marcelo Mayer Red Sox place Mayer on the 10-day injured list with a left forearm injury. The New York Yankees added infielder Ryan McMahon Yankees put McMahon IL to the 10-day injured list due to a throat infection. In a development impacting the Collective Bargaining Agreement, the MLB Players Association has proposed a ban on prop betting on individual players MLBPA proposes ban to mitigate gambler harassment. As MLB looks towards future CBA negotiations, the league reportedly wants a maximum contract length of 5 years for free agents switching teams MLB wants max 5.

Fantasy Forecasts and League Happenings

Fantasy baseball managers are with Eric Karabell examining potential future performances, including whether Caglianone can hit 40 homers Caglianone hits 40 homers. The official midway point of the 2026 season has arrived, marked by teams playing their 81st games, leading to shifts in the league's power rankings MLB Power Rankings. In a remarkable offensive display, Cubs infielder Dansby Swanson swanson ups RBI total reached 15 RBIs in the series against the Mets, surpassing Ron Santo's 1970 franchise record. Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani Ohtani rebounds for win secured a win on the mound Wednesday after overcoming an early inning lapse. The St. Louis Cardinals announced Bill DeWitt III's elevation to chief executive officer elevate DeWitt to CEO, succeeding his father.