MLB Baseball 8 Hours

Last updated: May 14, 2026, 8:30 PM ET

ALARMING INJURIES & PLAYER SLUMPS

Major League Baseball endured several setbacks Thursday, most notably the Mariners placing Cal Raleigh on the 10-day injured list due to a right oblique strain, marking the first time the reigning AL MVP runner-up has required a stint on the IL in his six-year career. Compounding the injury news, Texas Rangers shortstop Corey Seager endures a severe slump, currently sitting hitless over his last seven games and mired in an extended 0-for-27 stretch, a depth of struggle he stated he needs to "figure out" quickly. Conversely, the New York Mets received a jolt as Juan Soto returned to the starting lineup following an injury scare and proceeded to hit a home run as the team secured a victory.

FRANCHISE MOVES & FIELD INCIDENTS

In off-field developments, the Tampa Bay Rays finalized a tentative $2.3 billion agreement with local officials for a new stadium complex, a deal structured through a combination of public and private financing sources. Meanwhile, an unusual incident occurred Wednesday night at Rate Field where a fan tumbled roughly 10 feet into the visiting bullpen during the White Sox's 6-5 win over Kansas City; however, the team later confirmed in a statement that the individual appeared to be doing well following the fall. Fantasy managers are advised to look toward the Dodgers' potential breakout bat as Eric Karabell analyzed future prospects for various players, suggesting that certain prospects may soon outperform established names.