MLB Baseball 8 Hours

Last updated: August 15, 2026, 5:43 AM ET

Player Movement and Injuries

The Washington Nationals are shifting All-Star shortstop CJ Abrams to second base, a move manager Blake Butera believes is best for the team's future. In other National League news, Diamondbacks second baseman Ketel Marte is considered day-to-day after exiting Friday's game with left knee soreness. Pirates third baseman Nick Gonzalez is also day-to-day after being hit in the helmet by a pitch, suffering a facial contusion. The Milwaukee Brewers have placed right-handed pitcher Abner Uribe on the 15-day injured list with a forearm flexor strain.

All-Star Game and Notable Figures

San Francisco is set to host the 2028 MLB All-Star Game at Oracle Park, which last hosted the event in 2007. Tragically, former major league player Butch Huskey, one of the last to wear the retired No. 42, has passed away at the age of.

Shohei Ohtani Update

Dodgers manager Dave Roberts expressed optimism regarding Shohei Ohtani returning to the mound this season after the star completed a 35-pitch bullpen session. Furthermore, Ohtani would likely not exercise an opt-out clause in his contract if the Dodgers were sold, according to a source.

Player Health Concerns

Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. was evaluated for a concussion following a collision at third base during Friday's game against the Yankees.