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Last updated: March 27, 2026, 11:30 PM ET

MLB Transactions & Roster Moves

The Baltimore Orioles solidified their long-term pitching plans by agreeing to a five-year contract with right-hander Shane Baz, a move designed to fortify a rotation that added the high-upside arm via trade during the offseason. Meanwhile, the Seattle Mariners adjusted their bullpen Friday, placing right-hander Carlos Vargas on the 15-day injured list due to a right lat strain and subsequently recalling Cole Wilcox from Triple-A Tacoma to fill the roster spot. In team personnel news, the Los Angeles Dodgers made official their commitment to franchise icon Clayton Kershaw, bringing him aboard as a special assistant to help manage the organization Injury Updates & Player Returns

Roster shuffling continued across the league as All-Star shortstop Jeremy Peña returned to action for the Houston Astros against the Angels, making his season debut after missing the Opening Day loss due to an undisclosed injury concern. Contrasting this return, the Miami Marlins scratched first baseman Christopher Morel from their contest against the Rockies after he reported discomfort stemming from a left oblique strain, signaling an immediate setback for the slugger early in the season.