MLB Baseball 3 Days

Last updated: June 28, 2026, 5:33 AM ET

Player Performances & Milestones

Hunter Goodman delivered a monumental performance for the Colorado Rockies on Saturday, launching three home runs and driving in five runs during an 8-5 victory over the Minnesota Twins. This power display followed his clutch two-out, two-run homer in the ninth inning the previous night. Across the league, Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Kyle Tucker continued his strong offensive season, notching his fifth three-hit game with a home run as part of a nine-run sixth inning in a commanding 15-3 win against the San Diego Padres. Meanwhile, the Chicago White Sox offense exploded for their highest run total in decades, routing the Kansas City Royals 22-1 on Friday. Tristan Peters led the charge with a grand slam and six RBIs, complemented by Miguel Vargas's three-run homer and an RBI double during a 10-run third inning.

Injuries & Roster Moves

The injury bug continued to bite MLB clubs, with several key players landing on the injured list. The Chicago Cubs placed left-handed reliever Hoby Milner on the 15-day IL with appendicitis, adding to their already short-handed pitching staff. In Boston, infielder Marcelo Mayer was moved to the 10-day IL due to a left forearm injury, while the Pittsburgh Pirates placed first baseman Spencer Horwitz on the 10-day IL with a left hamstring strain. On the West Coast, the Los Angeles Angels are navigating a leadership transition with John Mozeliak taking over as interim general manager, though the immediate hiring of a new manager is not a priority for the club as they assess their direction.

Pitching Notes & Records

Milwaukee Brewers starter Jacob Misiorowski etched his name in the record books this week, throwing a fastball clocked at 105.5 mph in the first inning of a win, setting a new benchmark for starting pitchers in the pitch-tracking era. In a different pitching development, the Tampa Bay Rays came agonizingly close to a combined no-hitter against the Kansas City Royals on Thursday. Their bid was broken up in the ninth inning when Carter Jensen hit a two-run homer off Craig Kimbrel, denying the three Rays pitchers a historic feat. In more concerning news for pitchers, Baltimore Orioles hurler Chris Bassitt underwent back surgery and the team is cautiously optimistic about a potential return before the end of the season.

League News & CBA Discussions

Major League Baseball and the MLB Players Association are engaged in ongoing Collective Bargaining Agreement talks, with the players' union proposing a ban prop betting on individual players. This proposal aims to mitigate harassment faced by players from disgruntled gamblers. On the contractual front, MLB is seeking to implement a maximum five-year contract length for free agents who switch teams in the next CBA, while allowing organizations the ability to retain their own players for longer periods. The league is also preparing for the 2026 MLB All-Star Weekend, which is scheduled to take place in Philadelphia on July 14, with comprehensive guides to the event now available.

Team Standings & Future Outlook

As the league officially hits the midway point of the 2026 season, with teams completing their 81st games this week, MLB Power Rankings have seen a shake-up. The report, reflecting on team performance at the season's halfway mark, indicates shifts among the top contenders. For clubs currently in prime playoff positions, a singular strength is identified as the primary driver of their success so far this season as detailed in the latest rankings. Meanwhile, the New York Mets are grappling with significant organizational questions following the dismissal of manager Carlos Mendoza, prompting speculation about General Manager David Stearns's future and potential trade deadline moves for the struggling franchise as they evaluate their path forward. In a peculiar note, the Single-A affiliate of the Toronto Blue Jays, the Dunedin Blue Jays, endured a challenging 2025 season marked by 24 weather delays, 10 postponements, and six cancellations, highlighting the impact of environmental factors on minor league schedules.

Player Injury & Availability

Superstar slugger Mike Trout is unlikely to participate in the upcoming Home Run Derby in Philadelphia due to a strained right hamstring, casting doubt on his participation in the marquee event. The Texas Rangers received a boost with the activation of shortstop Corey Seager from the concussion list on Thursday, though they simultaneously placed infielder Cody Freeman on the 10-day injured list with a herniated disk. In Arizona, outfielder Max Kepler was activated from the restricted list following his completion of an 80-game suspension for a PED violation, making him available for the Diamondbacks' playoff push. The Cubs, facing a scarcity of healthy starting pitchers, moved to address their rotation needs by acquiring veteran left-hander David Peterson from the Mets to bolster their staff.

Statistical Trends & Analysis

A notable statistical trend emerging in 2026 is the exceptional performance of left-handed hitters, who are currently "crushing the ball" at an accelerated rate. This surge in offensive production from lefties may be partially attributed to MLB's new automated ball-strike challenge system, according to analysis exploring the impact of ABS technology on hitting. fantasy baseball managers are receiving insights into potential future developments, with discussions ranging from Eric Caglianone's pursuit of 40 home runs to the performance of the Contreras brothers. These speculative analyses offer a glimpse into what might unfold in the near future for fantasy leagues.