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Last updated: April 19, 2026, 5:30 PM ET

MLB Roster Moves & Player Status

The Los Angeles Dodgers dealt with paperwork Sunday, placing first baseman Freddie Freeman on the paternity list before recalling longtime minor league asset Ryan Ward to fill the active roster spot. Meanwhile, the Houston Astros confirmed roster setbacks as outfielder Joey Loperfido landed on the 10-day injured list due to a right quadriceps strain that forced him out of action. These movements underscore the mid-season attrition clubs face as they jockey for position heading into the summer months managing player availability.

Clubhouse Dynamics

A potentially tense situation in Kansas City appears to have diffused quickly between player and manager, as catcher Salvador Perez and Royals manager Matt Quatraro confirmed they cleared the air following Perez’s social media post Saturday that suggested he needed a "mental breather." Both parties affirmed they are aligned allowing the focus to return to on-field performance rather than internal communications addressing potential friction.