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Last updated: May 29, 2026, 11:56 AM ET

Injury Updates Multiple teams made roster adjustments Thursday due to various injuries. The Boston Red Sox placed Garrett Whitlock on the 15-day injured list with left knee inflammation, retroactive to May 25. The Tigers added Kenley Jansen to the 15-day IL with pelvic inflammation, further thinning their bullpen depth. In Pittsburgh, Pirates rookie Konnor Griffin sat out Thursday's 7-2 loss to the Cubs due to soreness in his right forearm, while Rangers second baseman Josh Smith returned to uniform for the first time since his hospitalization with viral meningitis but remains uncertain when he'll be cleared to play.

Player Returns & Performances The Pirates will see Jared Jones make his MLB return when he starts against the Minnesota Twins on Friday night, marking his first appearance since 2024. In Dodgers news, Shohei Ohtani lamented his performance despite hitting a leadoff home run and helping position Los Angeles for a combined no-hitter on Wednesday night, demonstrating the two-way superstar's relentless pursuit of excellence even in strong outings.

League Business & Analysis Baseball's Collective Bargaining Agreement negotiations intensified as the league pushes for a salary cap while the MLBPA remains strongly opposed, setting up a significant labor battle ahead. In fantasy baseball analysis, Eric Karabell examined future projections including potential risers like Schmitt and whether Tatis might fall outside the top 50 hitters. Two months into the 2026 season, the MLB Power Rankings showed increased consistency at the top of the league, with Week 9 bringing a top-10 debut and one AL club achieving their highest ranking of the season.