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Last updated: June 25, 2026, 8:31 PM ET

Major League Baseball Transactions & Player News

The Chicago Cubs have acquired veteran left-hander David Peterson from the New York Mets, a move driven by the team's urgent need for healthy starting pitching. In other player news, shortstop Corey Seager has been activated by the Texas Rangers following his recovery from a concussion, though the team also placed infielder Cody Freeman on the injured list with a herniated disk. The Pittsburgh Pirates have also placed first baseman Spencer Horwitz on the 10-day injured list due to a left hamstring strain.

Player Suspensions & Returns

Outfielder Max Kepler has been activated by the Arizona Diamondbacks after completing an 80-game suspension for violating the league's policy on performance-enhancing drugs. The league is also reportedly seeking to limit free agent contracts to a maximum of five years for players who switch teams as part of future collective bargaining agreement negotiations.

Game Action & Weather Delays

A combined no-hitter by three Tampa Bay Rays pitchers against the Kansas City Royals was broken up in the ninth inning when Carter Jensen hit a two-run home run off reliever Craig Kimbrel. Meanwhile, the Toronto Blue Jays' Single-A affiliate in Dunedin experienced significant disruptions during the 2025 season, facing 24 weather delays, 10 postponements, and six cancellations.