MLB Baseball 8 Hours

Last updated: April 22, 2026, 8:30 AM ET

NL Central & East Woes

The New York Mets continued their brutal slide, dropping their 12th consecutive contest Tuesday night when closer Jake Reed blew the save in the ninth inning, allowing the Twins to secure a 5-3 victory at Citi Field after New York squandered an early 3-0 advantage. Meanwhile, the Chicago Cubs received positive injury news as left-hander Matthew Boyd, sidelined for three weeks with a biceps strain, is slated to make his return Wednesday in a crucial divisional matchup against the Philadelphia Phillies. In Cleveland, rookie outfielder Chase DeLauter halted his extended slump by driving in three runs with a decisive bases-clearing triple during the Guardians’ 8-5 victory over an unspecified opponent, a hit he hopes will revitalize his campaign after struggling to a .149 batting average (7-for-47) entering the night.

AL West Turbulence & Injuries

Alarm bells are ringing in Seattle as the Mariners languish in fourth place in the American League West standings just 25 games into the 2026 season, trailing three teams and only ahead of the Houston Astros; however, catcher Cal Raleigh expressed confidence in the clubhouse, stating, "I have faith in this group." The Texas Rangers experienced immediate concern following their 5-1 triumph over the Pirates, as rookie slugger Wyatt Langford departed early due to stiffness in his right forearm and is scheduled for an MRI Wednesday to determine the extent of the issue. The ongoing struggles in the AL West contrast sharply with the positive news emerging from the Cubs' rotation as they prepare for a key interleague series starting Wednesday.