MLB Baseball 3 Days

Last updated: August 15, 2026, 5:43 PM ET

Injury Updates and Roster Moves

Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge took a positive step in his recovery by playing catch and running for the first time on Friday, continuing his rehab from a broken right rib. The Blue Jays have placed first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. on the seven-day concussion injured list following a collision at third base during their victory over the Yankees. Six-time All-Star Guerrero Jr. was evaluated for a concussion after the incident. In other roster moves, the Brewers have placed right-hander Abner Uribe on the 15-day injured list due to a forearm flexor strain. The Red Sox have also placed reliever Garrett Whitlock on the 15-day injured list with right elbow inflammation, recalling Greg Weissert from Triple-A Worcester. The Athletics reliever Justin Sterner will miss the remainder of the season after undergoing right knee surgery. The Colorado Rockies have placed third baseman Kyle Karros on the seven-day concussion injured list. Mariners rookie shortstop Colt Emerson is reportedly being optioned to Triple-A Tacoma due to his .190 batting average. Nationals shortstop CJ Abrams, an NL All-Star starter, is moving to second base, a decision manager Blake Butera believes is "the best thing for our team " Diamondbacks second baseman Ketel Marte is day-to-day after leaving Arizona's win against Atlanta with left knee soreness. Pirates third baseman Nick Gonzalez is also day-to-day after being struck on the helmet by a pitch, resulting in a facial contusion. The Brewers were without second baseman Brice Turang for Thursday night's game against the Dodgers as he underwent an MRI for a knee issue.

Player Performances and Milestones

Kyle Schwarber had a remarkable game at the Field of Dreams, smashing two home runs into the corn and extending his major-league-leading total to 37 in the Phillies' 7-1 win over the Twins. The Field of Dreams game also featured a special pregame ceremony with 26 members of the Hall of Fame emerging from the outfield corn. Twins outfielder Byron Buxton was activated off the injured list prior to Thursday's Field of Dreams game after missing 14 games with a right hip injury. In a dominant pitching performance, Cade Cavalli took a no-hitter into the seventh inning as the Nationals defeated the Cubs 7-0. The Nationals also saw pitching prospect Jackson Kent make his major league debut against the Cubs, pitching over four innings. Bryce Harper has been dealing with recurring left knee soreness since shifting back to an outfield role for the first time in four years. Alex Bregman had his first career three-homer game, driving in a career-high seven runs to lead the Cubs to a 12-6 victory over the Nationals. Dodgers pitcher Shohei Ohtani threw a 35-pitch bullpen session, with manager Dave Roberts expressing confidence in his potential return to the mound this season. Ohtani is also reportedly unlikely to exercise an opt-out clause in his contract if the Dodgers were to be sold. Rangers pitcher Jacob deGrom exited his start after two innings due to right triceps fatigue. Dodgers closer Edwin Diaz blew his third save in his last four opportunities but manager Dave Roberts indicated he would remain the closer, citing a lack of better options. Dodgers first baseman Freddie Freeman appeared to avoid serious injury after a fall into the dugout while attempting to catch a foul popup. Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh acknowledged his struggles, batting .159 after finishing second in the AL MVP race last year, following Seattle's 4-1 loss to the Yankees.

Team News and League Developments

San Francisco has been selected to host the 2028 MLB All-Star Game, with Oracle Park last hosting the event in 2007. The White Sox drew a crowd of 40,000 fans for a "pope hat" giveaway, capitalizing on the connection to Pope Leo, a Chicago native and White Sox fan. The Blue Jays continued to bolster their pitching staff by claiming veteran Paul Sewald after he was designated for assignment by the Diamondbacks. The Brewers have taken over the top spot in the latest MLB Power Rankings, unseating the Dodgers from the No. 1 position for the first time in nearly two months. The Nationals' decision to move CJ Abrams to second base is described by manager Blake Butera as the best move for the team. The Red Sox are experiencing a remarkable turnaround, going on a 27-3 run that has significantly improved their season outlook. The upcoming MLB season is being shaped by several key storylines, including an intense MVP battle and a potential Triple Crown pursuit. Baseball historians are reflecting on the lessons learned from the 1994 MLB strike, drawing parallels to potential future labor disputes. The potential implications of a labor stoppage in 2027 are being compared to the losses experienced during the 1994 strike. The league is also featuring rising prospects, with updated rankings available for all 30 MLB teams, highlighting future stars. Former Met Butch Huskey, one of the last players to wear No. 42 before its retirement, has died at the age of. Paul Skenes was lifted after 65 pitches in a recent start, with concerns arising about a dip in his fastball velocity.