MLB Baseball 3 Days

Last updated: June 28, 2026, 11:34 PM ET

National League Powerhouses & Injury Woes

The Philadelphia Phillies solidified their position atop the National League East, with slugger Kyle Schwarber becoming the first major leaguer to reach 30 home runs this season, achieving the mark faster than any player in franchise history Schwarber sets Phils mark. Meanwhile, the Los Angeles Dodgers continued their dominant stretch, thrashing the Padres 15-3 as outfielder Kyle Tucker contributed his fifth three-hit game of the season, including a home run during a nine-run sixth inning Tucker keeps 'grinding'. In contrast, the Cincinnati Reds suffered a 9-4 loss to the Pittsburgh Pirates, compounded by an injury to Eugenio Suarez, who exited the game after being hit by a pitch and is scheduled for a CT scan on his left hand Suarez exits Reds' loss. The Milwaukee Brewers witnessed a historic pitching performance from Jacob Misiorowski, who unleashed a fastball clocked at 105.5 mph, setting a new record for the fastest pitch by a starting pitcher in the pitch tracking era during a win Misiorowski hurls 105.5 mph.

American League Shakeups & Injuries

The New York Mets find themselves in disarray following the firing of manager Carlos Mendoza, raising questions about the future of GM David Stearns and the team's trade deadline strategy amidst a dismal season Mets. Adding to the injury epidemic plaguing the league, the Tampa Bay Rays saw their American League-leading hitter, Yandy Díaz, removed from Sunday's game against the Diamondbacks with a strained shoulder AL batting leader Diaz. The Texas Rangers have placed outfielder Wyatt Langford on the 10-day injured list due to a strained left hamstring, while activating Evan Carter from the IL in a corresponding move Rangers' Langford IL. The Chicago White Sox endured a brutal weekend, but their offense exploded in a record-setting 22-1 rout of the Kansas City Royals on Friday, their highest run total since 1977, with Tristan Peters hitting a grand slam and Miguel Vargas adding a three-run homer and an RBI double White Sox rout K.C..

Playoff Contenders & Prospect Updates

The Cleveland Guardians received a boost with the activation of outfielder Chase DeLauter from the injured list prior to Sunday's series finale against the Mariners Guardians activate DeLauter. For clubs currently leading the postseason hunt, their success is often driven by a singular, dominant strength that sets them apart from the competition Biggest strengths for top. Meanwhile, the Colorado Rockies saw a standout offensive performance from designated hitter Hunter Goodman, who hit three home runs and drove in five runs in an 8-5 victory over the Twins on Saturday, following up a game-winning homer the previous night Goodman hits 3 HRs. The Boston Red Sox have placed infielder Marcelo Mayer on the 10-day injured list due to a left forearm injury, further impacting their roster Red Sox place Mayer.

Pitching Injuries & Front Office Moves

Baltimore Orioles pitcher Chris Bassitt has undergone back surgery, with the team expressing optimism for his return before the end of the current season Bassitt back surgery. The Cubs' pitching staff has been further depleted with the placement of left-handed reliever Hoby Milner on the 15-day injured list due to appendicitis Cubs put reliever Milner. In the front office, John Mozeliak assumes the role of interim general manager for the Los Angeles Angels, facing a lengthy to-do list, though the immediate hiring of a new manager is not a priority Mozeliak eyes short, long.

Injury Fallout & All-Star Buzz

Mike Trout's participation in the upcoming Home Run Derby in Philadelphia appears unlikely due to his ongoing strained right hamstring injury Trout unlikely for Home. to the summer's biggest event, the 2026 MLB All-Star Weekend is set to take place in Philadelphia on July 14, with comprehensive guides available for attendees 2026 MLB All-Star Weekend. A unique event unfolded at a White Sox game on Friday when Chicago chairman Jerry Reinsdorf officiated the wedding of former player Ron Kittle in a ballpark suite during the team's 22-1 victory over the Royals Reinsdorf officiates Kittle's wedding. Finally, a peculiar report from Dunedin detailed an affiliate team's struggles with weather, facing 24 delays, 10 postponements, and six cancellations in 2025 due to persistent inclement conditions If you can't beat.