MLB Baseball 3 Days

Last updated: August 22, 2026, 2:47 AM ET

Injury Updates

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. passed his final concussion tests and is expected to return from the seven-day injured list Saturday. Jacob Wilson went on the 10-day injured list with a dislocated left shoulder, his third stint on the IL this season. Max Fried is scheduled to throw off a mound Saturday for the first time since a bone bruise in his left elbow. Kade Anderson will start against the Cubs on Saturday as the No. 1 pitching prospect in baseball. C.J. Abrams sprained his left ankle on an awkward slide and is day-to-day. Maikel Garcia is likely headed back to the injured list just three days after returning. Nestor Cortes agreed to a one-year contract with the Phillies. Jorge Polanco likely ended his first season with the Mets after left ankle bursitis. Edwin Diaz was placed on the injured list because of inflammation in his right side.

Team Results and Standings

Mariners call up Kade Anderson to start against the Cubs on Saturday as the No. 1 pitching prospect in baseball. Brewers tie modern-era record with a 22-0 shutout of the Mariners, equaling baseball's modern-era record for the largest shutout. Padres beat Mets 5-2 as Fernando Tatis Jr. robbed a grand slam and hit two home runs. Nationals beat Rangers 6-0 with Cade Cavalli striking out 11 in six scoreless innings following a near no-hitter. Orioles upset over Alonso foul call criticized MLB for being behind on technology after Pete Alonso's deep fly was ruled foul. Athletics activate Jeffrey Springs for his start Wednesday night against Kansas City. Dodgers place Edwin Diaz on IL as Shohei Ohtani progresses in his recovery. Power Rankings show the Braves rise to No. 3 as the NL continues to dominate the top. Guardians Jo Adell had a career night with a 455-foot, three-run homer and six RBIs before a knee injury.

Player Performances and Notes

Jo Adell's 6 RBI night ended with a knee injury in the Guardians' 8-1 victory over the Giants. Cade Cavalli's 11-K gem followed his near no-hitter as he struck out 11 in six scoreless innings. Fernando Tatis Jr.'s heroics included robbing a grand slam and hitting two home runs in the Padres' 5-2 win. Nestor Cortes's deal pays him $1.5 million in the majors and $250,000 in the minors. Paul Skenes's rough patch continues as his ERA rose to 3.95 after a rocky outing. Jacob deGrom's milestone positions him to become the second-fastest pitcher to 2,000 career strikeouts. Trey Mancini's retirement came after a brief return from colon cancer. Coco Crisp's advice highlights timeless tips from MLB veterans.

Transactions and Roster Moves

Mariners call up Kade Anderson to start against the Cubs on Saturday as the No. 1 pitching prospect in baseball. Pirates acquire Christian Bethancourt from the Yankees for cash considerations. Ex-All-Star Cortes agrees to 1-year deal with the Philadelphia Phillies. Yankees' Cody Bellinger is nearing a rehab assignment with Triple-A Scranton. Athletics activate Jeffrey Springs for his start Wednesday night against Kansas City. Dodgers put Edwin Diaz on IL and are watching Shohei Ohtani throw bullpen. Mets' Jorge Polanco had ankle surgery, likely ending his season.

Milestones and Storylines

DeGrom eyes 2,000 K milestone in his next start as the second-fastest pitcher to reach the mark. Power Rankings show the Braves rising to No. 3 as the NL dominates the top. Murphy downplays Brewers success despite the Brewers tying the modern-era record for largest shutout. Trey Mancini's cancer survivor retirement concludes a brief return from colon cancer. Ted Williams's philosophy holds up in 2026 after an unearthed debate.