MLB Baseball 8 Hours

Last updated: August 12, 2026, 3:35 PM ET

Mariners’ Skid

The Seattle Mariners dropped their fifth straight game Tuesday, falling 4-1 to the New York Yankees. Catcher Cal Raleigh, hitting just .159, took full responsibility for the team’s offensive woes. Seattle’s playoff hopes continue to dim as the division race tightens.

Injury Roundup

A flurry of health concerns emerged across the league. Philadelphia’s Bryce Harper is battling left knee soreness after shifting back to right field for the first time in four years. The Athletics fear first baseman Nick Kurtz (thumb) could miss the rest of the season. Houston second baseman Jose Altuve exited after being hit on the left foot by a pitch; imaging was negative. Meanwhile, Pirates ace Paul Skenes was pulled after 65 pitches amid another dip in fastball velocity, raising concerns about the reigning NL Cy Young winner’s health.

Snell Dominates in Return

Blake Snell showed “electric stuff” in his first start for the Dodgers since being sidelined three months with elbow issues. The left-hander struck out 10 batters over six innings, giving Los Angeles a major boost as they push for the postseason.

Red Sox on Historic Tear

Boston has transformed its season with a staggering 27-3 run, the hottest stretch in franchise history. The surge has vaulted them into wild-card contention; our analysis examines whether this epic comeback can carry all the way to the World Series.

What’s Ahead

As the season’s final stretch approaches, 10 key storylines will shape the race — including an epic MVP battle and a Triple Crown pursuit. Off the field, the 1994 strike offers cautionary lessons as labor tensions rise ahead of potential 2027 work stoppage.

Pope Hat Frenzy

The Chicago White Sox drew over 40,000 fans for their pope hat giveaway, celebrating Pope Leo’s Chicago roots and his fandom. The massive crowd highlighted baseball’s unique community connections.