MLB Baseball 8 Hours

Last updated: April 16, 2026, 8:30 PM ET

NL West Transactions & Spending

The Los Angeles Dodgers demonstrated their financial might by setting a new Major League Baseball spending record last season, reporting a combined $515 million allocated to payroll and luxury tax obligations for the 2025 campaign. Adding to their roster depth, the Dodgers executed a trade Thursday, acquiring right-hander Chayce McDermott from the Baltimore Orioles in exchange for fellow right-hander Axel Perez. These high-spending maneuvers underscore the intense financial arms race developing in the National League West division.

National League West Action

Meanwhile, the San Diego Padres pushed their winning streak to seven consecutive games following a dramatic finish where rookie Jackson Merrill played hero; Merrill first preserved the lead by robbing Julio Rodriguez of a potential home run before delivering a walk-off two-run double to seal the victory. Separately, security officials at Coors Field issued new warnings after several unauthorized drone sightings forced temporary disruptions during the Colorado Rockies' recent homestand, requiring law enforcement intervention to address the airspace violations.

Pitching Highlights

In Cleveland, attention focused on the mound as Guardians pitcher Messick worked deep into the game, maintaining a no-hitter deep into the middle innings, putting pressure on the visiting offense and drawing significant in-game viewership.