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Last updated: June 28, 2026, 11:30 AM ET

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Injury Report and Roster Moves

The injury bug continued to bite several clubs this past week. The Cubs, already dealing with a depleted pitching staff, placed left-handed reliever Hoby Milner on the 15-day injured list due to appendicitis Cubs put reliever Milner. Adding to their woes, the team also acquired veteran left-hander David Peterson from the Mets, signaling a clear need for healthy starting pitchers Peterson trade amid injuries. In Boston, infielder Marcelo Mayer was moved to the 10-day injured list with a left forearm injury Red Sox place Mayer. Meanwhile, the Pirates placed first baseman Spencer Horwitz on the 10-day injured list with a left hamstring strain Pirates put 1B Horwitz. The Rangers activated shortstop Corey Seager from the concussion list, but immediately placed Cody Freeman on the 10-day injured list with a herniated disk Seager rejoins Rangers after.

In more significant long-term news, Orioles pitcher Chris Bassitt has opted for surgery on his back, though the team remains hopeful for a return before the end of the season back surgery; O's hopeful. On a positive note for the Diamondbacks, outfielder Max Kepler was activated from the restricted list after completing an 80-game suspension for a PED violation D-backs activate Kepler after.

Offensive Outbursts and Individual Performances

Offense was not in short supply for some teams, highlighted by a record-setting performance from the Chicago White Sox. The White Sox routed the Kansas City Royals 22-1 on Friday night, their most runs scored since 1977 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 10-run third inning. In a peculiar pre-game event during that dominant win, former White Sox slugger Ron Kittle was married in a ballpark suite with team chairman Jerry Reinsdorf officiating Reinsdorf officiates Kittle's wedding.

Rockies designated hitter Hunter Goodman had a career day on Saturday, launching three home runs and driving in five runs in an 8-5 victory over the Minnesota Twins Goodman hits 3 HRs. Goodman also hit a crucial two-run homer in the ninth inning of the series opener the previous night. Dodgers outfielder Kyle Tucker continued his impressive season with his fifth three-hit game, including a home run during a nine-run sixth inning in a 15-3 drubbing of the Padres Tucker keeps 'grinding,'.

On the pitching mound, Brewers starter Jacob Misiorowski threw a fastball clocked at an astonishing 105.5 mph, breaking his own record for the fastest pitch by a starting pitcher in the pitch tracking era during a win Brewers' Misiorowski hurls 105.5. The Tampa Bay Rays came close to a combined no-hitter against the Royals, but the bid was broken up in the ninth inning when Carter Jensen hit a two-run homer off Craig Kimbrel Rays' combined no-hitter broken.

League News and Future Outlook

the 2026 MLB All-Star Weekend is set to take place in Philadelphia on July 14, with comprehensive guides available for the event 2026 MLB All-Star Weekend:. However, one star slugger, Mike Trout, is unlikely to participate in the Home Run Derby in Philadelphia due to a strained right hamstring Home Run Derby due.

In the realm of player contracts and league negotiations, the MLB Players Association has proposed a ban on prop betting on individual players as part of ongoing CBA talks, aiming to curb harassment from disgruntled gamblers prop betting, source says. Additionally, MLB is seeking a maximum contract length of 5 years for free agents who switch teams in the next CBA, while allowing organizations to retain their own players for longer periods MLB wants max 5.

The Mets are navigating a period of uncertainty following the dismissal of manager Carlos Mendoza, prompting questions about the future of GM David Stearns and potential trade deadline decisions Mets after firing manager. Meanwhile, John Mozeliak is focused on immediate tasks as interim general manager for the Angels, with the hiring of a new manager not currently a top priority Mozeliak eyes short, long.

The official midway point of the 2026 season has arrived, with the latest MLB Power Rankings reflecting a shake-up among the top 10 teams MLB Power Rankings:. Fantasy baseball managers are also with projections on potential future performances like Eric Karabell's speculation on Eric Caglianone hitting 40 homers Caglianone hits 40 homers?. Even minor league affiliates are experiencing unique challenges, with the Single-A Dunedin Blue Jays facing an extraordinary number of weather delays and postponements in 2025 If you can't beat.