MLB Baseball 8 Hours

Last updated: August 15, 2026, 8:39 AM ET

AL East News

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. of the Toronto Blue Jays was evaluated for a concussion after a collision at third base during the team's 3-1 victory over the New York Yankees. The six-time All-Star left the game following the incident with Yankees rookie shortstop George Lombard Jr. on a play.

NL West Updates

Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts expressed optimism regarding Shohei Ohtani's potential return to the mound this season. Ohtani completed a 35-pitch bullpen session, leading Roberts to feel "pretty confident" about the two-way star's progress. In related news, a source indicated that Shohei Ohtani would likely not opt out of his contract even if the Dodgers were sold. Ohtani's throwing session signals his ongoing recovery from injury.

National League Transactions

Washington Nationals shortstop CJ Abrams, an NL All-Star starter, is transitioning to second base. Manager Blake Butera stated that this move is "the best thing for our team " Abrams, who has led MLB in errors, will now play a different role in the infield.

MLB Future Sites

San Francisco has been selected to host the 2028 MLB All-Star Game. This will be the second time Oracle Park, home of the Giants, hosts the Midsummer Classic; it previously hosted in 2007. The Bay Area will welcome baseball's brightest stars for the event.

Obituaries

Butch Huskey, a former MLB player who spent seven seasons in the league and was among the last to wear Jackie Robinson's No. 42 before its retirement, has passed away at the age of. Huskey's passing marks the end of an era for many fans.