MLB Baseball 3 Hours

Last updated: April 1, 2026, 5:30 PM ET

Pitching & Personnel Moves

The New York Yankees confirmed that right-hander Luis Gil is slated to join the major league rotation around mid-April, following a scheduled start for Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre, manager Aaron Boon stated. This timeline contrasts with the immediate impact seen in Miami, where Marlins ace Sandy Alcantara delivered a stunning performance by throwing the first complete-game shutout of the season, requiring only 93 pitches in a dominant 10-0 blanking of the White Sox. Further down the development ladder, Reds left-hander Nick Lodolo is progressing toward a return, scheduled to throw 60 to 65 pitches during a Thursday rehab assignment, signaling his final steps before rejoining the Cincinnati major league bullpen.

Roster Updates & Prospect Negotiations

In unexpected mid-week adjustments, Red Sox manager Alex Cora opted to scratch catcher Carlos Narváez from the series finale against Houston, citing a feeling that a lineup alteration was necessary to spark the offense. Meanwhile, front offices are engaging in major long-term planning; sources indicate the Pittsburgh Pirates are deep in talks to secure a contract extension with top overall prospect, shortstop Konnor Griffin, attempting to lock down their premier talent before he reaches arbitration eligibility. These personnel shifts occurred against a backdrop of on-field interruptions, as plate umpire C.B. Bucknor was struck squarely on the face mask by a foul tip off Nick Fortes' bat during the second inning of the Rays-Brewers contest Wednesday afternoon.