MLB Baseball 8-Hour Briefing
×Last updated: March 16, 2026, 4:30 AM ET
Spring Training & Player Updates
Cleveland third baseman José Ramírez exited Sunday’s exhibition game against the Athletics after jamming his left shoulder while sliding into third base, manager Stephen Vogt confirmed, raising immediate concerns for the Guardians' regular season lineup. Elsewhere in the Cactus League, the San Francisco Giants nearly achieved perfection before Milwaukee broke up a potential no-hitter just one out shy of completion during their matchup.
League Business & International Play
Discussions surrounding player participation in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics face potential disruption, as the MLB Players Association warned that a work stoppage during the 2027 season could derail current plans involving big league talent. Separately, members of the Dominican Republic squad expressed acceptance of a controversial ball-strike call that concluded their World Baseball Classic run, adopting a positive outlook despite the crushing final moments.