MLB Baseball 3 Days

Last updated: August 22, 2026, 8:55 AM ET

Player Health and Transactions

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. has passed his concussion tests and is expected to return to the Blue Jays lineup on Saturday, marking his return from a seven-day injured list stint. The A's have placed shortstop Nick Allen on the 10-day injured list due to a dislocated left shoulder, his third IL trip this season. Yankees lefty Max Fried is slated to throw off a mound Saturday, his first throwing session since re-aggravating a bone bruise in his left elbow. The Mariners are set to call up top pitching prospect Kade Anderson to start against the Cubs. Diamondbacks second baseman Ketel Marte will be moved to the 10-day injured list following a three-day absence and failure to appear for a game. Nationals shortstop CJ Abrams is day-to-day with a sprained left ankle after an awkward slide. Royals third baseman Maikel Garcia is likely headed back to the injured list with a hamstring strain, just three days after his return. Mets outfielder Starling Marte's season appears to be over as he has been placed on the 10-day injured list with left ankle bursitis and will undergo surgery. The Athletics have activated pitcher Ken Waldichuk from the injured list to start against Kansas City. Catcher Logan O'Hoppe is expected to return to the Angels' lineup soon after recovering from a shoulder injury.

Stadium Developments and League News

The Kansas City Council has approved a $600 million commitment towards a new ballpark for the Royals, a significant step for their downtown stadium quest. Construction on the Athletics' stadium in Las Vegas continues, with a second steel truss arch now added to the structure. The Orioles expressed frustration with MLB's technology following a controversial foul call on a potential home run, advocating for better review systems. MLB stars shared advice for young players, emphasizing fun and avoiding mistakes like digging holes in the outfield. The league has updated its top 100 prospect rankings, reflecting changes after the draft and trade season.

Player Performance and Milestones

Brewers catcher William Contreras, Sal Frelick, and Jake Bauers each hit three-run homers, while Willy Adames added a two-run shot in the Brewers' record-tying 22-0 shutout victory over the Mariners. Pirates ace Paul Skenes acknowledged room for improvement after his ERA rose to 3.95 following a recent outing. Rangers pitcher Jacob de Grom is scheduled to start Thursday, aiming to become the second-fastest pitcher to reach 2,000 career strikeouts. Nationals pitcher Joan Cavalli delivered an 11-strikeout gem over six scoreless innings in a 6-0 win against the Rangers, following a near no-hitter in his previous start. Guardians outfielder Jo Adell had a career-high six RBIs, including a 455-foot, three-run homer, before exiting Cleveland's 8-1 victory with a knee injury.

Other Notable Stories

Former All-Star Nestor Cortes has agreed to a one-year contract with the Philadelphia Phillies worth $1.5 million in the majors. The Giants' Joc Pederson, returning to Fenway Park, declined to discuss his past tenure with the Red Sox. The Brewers, despite holding MLB's best record, are being downplayed by manager Pat Murphy, who believes the team hasn't played great. 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 announced his retirement following a brief return to play with the Angels. The Dodgers placed Brusdar Graterol on the injured list, while Shohei Ohtani continues his bullpen throwing progression. The NL MVP race is heating up, with Corbin Carroll and Fernando Tatis Jr. being discussed as top contenders. Fernando Tatis Jr. made a spectacular catch, robbing a grand slam, and hit two home runs to lead the Padres to a 5-2 win over the Mets. Yankees outfielder Cody Bellinger is nearing a rehab assignment with Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre.