MLB Baseball 8 Hours

Last updated: June 14, 2026, 5:46 AM ET

Injuries & Illness

Texas Rangers outfielder Evan Carter landed on the 10-day IL with an oblique strain after exiting Friday's game in the fourth inning. His absence joins a growing injury list across baseball, as the Chicago Cubs saw Seiya Suzuki exit Saturday's 6-1 win over the Giants due to right knee discomfort sustained during a fourth-inning catch. Atlanta's Spencer Strider was placed on the 15-day IL with right elbow inflammation, while Cleveland's Jose Ramirez fractured a bone in his left hand on a swing during their 3-1 victory over Detroit. Kansas City's Cole Ragans experienced a rehab setback with his left elbow impingement, requiring further testing, and Francisco Lindor could return by end of June after starting simulated games with his calf injury.

Pitching Performances & Team Results

Tarik Skubal showed rust in his return for the Tigers, allowing three runs over 4 2/3 innings in a 3-1 loss to Cleveland, telling reporters he needed to be "better, plain and simple." The Guardians' bullpen held firm behind Ramirez's injury, while Xander Bogaerts was hit in the head by a pitch in San Diego, exiting for precautionary reasons. Yankees manager Aaron Boone dismissed calls for an apology to Aroldis Chapman regarding his end-of-2022 treatment, following the former All-Star's public statements.

Offseason & Business

Discussions around MLB's collective bargaining continue, with examination of salary cap structures underway to understand how revenue sharing might evolve across future CBA negotiations. The topic gains traction as teams like the Cubs struggle in the NL Central, where Chicago's recent slide has created opportunities for playoff contenders despite their strong start to the season.