MLB Baseball 3 Hours

Last updated: May 17, 2026, 2:50 PM ET

Injury Updates and Health Concerns

Blake Snell scheduled for elbow surgery on Tuesday to remove loose bodies from his left elbow, with the Dodgers hopeful he'll return this season. Meanwhile, Astros second baseman Jose Altuve undergoing MRI after leaving Houston's 4-1 win over the Rangers in the ninth inning with left side soreness. In other injury news, Rangers All-Star shortstop Corey Seager remains sidelined with back spasms, missing a second straight game against the Astros. On the positive side, Mets' Clay Holmes avoiding surgery on his fracturing right fibula, though he hasn't completely ruled out the procedure.

On-Field Developments and Fan Culture

Umpire Brian O'Nora exited White Sox game after being struck by a foul ball in the fourth inning during Saturday night's Cubs-White Sox matchup. Meanwhile, Busch Stadium embraced shirtless trend after dozens of shirtless Cardinals fans, led by a college baseball team from Alton, Illinois, sparked back-to-back wins this weekend.

League Rankings and Team Dynamics

A new team claimed top spot in MLB's Week 7 Power Rankings, replacing the Los Angeles Dodgers as the league's best. With the first Subway Series of the season approaching, analysts contrasting approaches of the Mets' makeover versus the Yankees' run-it-back philosophy. Amid mounting pressure to end New York's title drought, Yankees captain Aaron Judge maintaining sky-high expectations despite the team's struggles.

League Politics and Future Outlook

MLB and MLBPA engaging in CBA discussions, with labor relations expected to dominate conversations The league's draft projections suggest intriguing decisions await at the top of the July draft board, with the first 40 picks potentially reshaping team futures.