MLB Baseball 3 Days

Last updated: August 22, 2026, 5:53 AM ET

Player Health and Transactions

The Blue Jays are anticipating the return of Vladimir Guerrero Jr. on Saturday, as he has successfully passed his concussion tests. In contrast, the Athletics have placed Esteury Ruiz on the 10-day injured list due to a dislocated left shoulder, marking his third IL stint this season. Yankees lefty Max Fried is set to throw off a mound Saturday for the first time since experiencing a recurrence of a bone bruise in his left elbow. The Mariners are promoting their top pitching prospect, Kade Anderson, to start against the Cubs. Diamondbacks second baseman Ketel Marte will be moved to the 10-day injured list after failing to appear for a game. Nationals' CJ Abrams is considered day-to-day with a sprained left ankle sustained on an awkward slide. Kansas City Royals third baseman Maikel Garcia is likely headed back to the injured list with a hamstring strain, just days after his return from a nearly two-month absence. Mets' Starling Marte is facing surgery for left ankle bursitis and has been placed on the 10-day injured list. Yankees outfielder Cody Bellinger may begin a rehab assignment with Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre on Thursday. The Guardians' Jo Adell exited Cleveland's victory with a knee injury after recording six RBIs. The Athletics activated pitcher Ken Waldichuk from the 15-day injured list due to a hip issue and will start him. The Dodgers placed Yohan Ramirez on the injured list due to inflammation in his right side.

League and Stadium Developments

The Kansas City Council has approved a $600 million commitment for a new downtown ballpark for the Royals. The Athletics' new stadium in Las Vegas is progressing with the installation of a second steel truss arch. Former All-Star pitcher Nestor Cortes has agreed to a one-year contract with the Philadelphia Phillies, worth $1.5 million in the majors and $250,000 in the minors. The Pirates acquired veteran catcher Christian Bethancourt from the Yankees for cash. The Orioles activated catcher Adley Rutschman from the injured list. Cancer survivor Trey Mancini, who recently played for the Angels, announced his retirement.

Standings and Rankings

The latest MLB Power Rankings see the Braves jump to the No. 3 spot, with the National League continuing its dominance in the top, while the American League wild-card race intensifies. The Brewers boast baseball's best record, though manager Pat Murphy remains cautious about their performance. The top 100 MLB prospect rankings have been updated, reflecting changes after the draft and trade season, with a new prospect now holding the No. 1 position.

Player Performances and Milestones

The Brewers delivered a historic performance, tying the modern-era record for the largest shutout with a dominant 22-0 victory over the Mariners. This rout featured multiple home runs, including three-run shots from Christian Yelich, and Jake Bauers, and a two-run homer by Sal Frelick. In another notable pitching performance, Jake Cavalli of the Nationals struck out 11 batters over six scoreless innings in a 6-0 win against the Rangers, following a near no-hitter in his previous start. Pirates ace Paul Skenes acknowledged the need for improvement despite his strong season, noting his ERA has risen to 3.95. Rangers pitcher Jacob deGrom is nearing the 2,000 strikeout milestone and is scheduled to start Thursday. Padres' Fernando Tatis Jr. delivered a spectacular performance, robbing a grand slam and hitting two home runs to lead the Padres to a 5-2 victory over the Mets.

Player Perspectives and Advice

Giants player Michael Conforto expressed a desire to move past his time with the Red Sox upon returning to Fenway Park. Major League Baseball stars shared advice for young players, with many reflecting on lessons learned during their Little League days. The debate continues regarding the National League MVP race, with players weighing in on whether Jackson Chourio or Shohei Ohtani has been more impressive. An analysis of Ted Williams's hitting philosophy suggests its continued relevance in today's game.

Umpiring and Technology

The Orioles voiced frustration with MLB's technology after a crucial call went against them. They criticized the league for lagging behind in technological advancements, particularly after a deep fly ball by Gunnar Henderson was ruled foul and upheld on review.