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Last updated: April 4, 2026, 11:30 PM ET

MLB Injury Report: Stars Sidelined Across Leagues

The Saturday slate was marred by multiple key injuries, forcing several high-profile players from their respective games prematurely. Dodgers superstar Mookie Betts departed his contest against Washington after recording just one out in the top of the first inning due to right lower back pain, immediately raising concerns for Los Angeles. Compounding the offensive woes, Mets outfielder Juan Soto was diagnosed with a strained right calf following an MRI, suggesting a multi-week absence for the New York slugger. In Milwaukee, Brewers right fielder Sal Frelick was removed in the fourth inning of a split doubleheader with Kansas City due to left side tightness, adding another name to the league’s growing medical report.

Further impacting pitching staffs, Tigers veteran Justin Verlander was officially placed on the 15-day Injured List after experiencing hip inflammation, halting his highly anticipated season home debut. Meanwhile, officiating crews also faced disruption as plate umpire Ron Kulpa had to exit the Marlins-Yankees contest in the fourth inning after absorbing a hard foul ball directly off his mask, requiring a substitute to finish the game. These simultaneous setbacks across the league underscore the high physical demands placed on daily starters and key personnel.

Milwaukee Brewers Roster Notes

Shifting focus to the clubhouse culture in Milwaukee, the Brewers have unexpectedly adopted a "rally tortoise" as a new good luck charm after manager Pat Murphy had his previous ritual, "pocket pancakes," banned by a local media member. In related organizational news, pitching prospect Cooper Pratt stated that signing a pre-arbitration long-term contract provides the necessary financial security to alleviate pressure as he strives to reach the major leagues from the minor league system.