MLB Baseball 8 Hours

Last updated: August 20, 2026, 6:56 AM ET

Pitching Performances

Cade Cavalli followed his one-hitter from last start with six scoreless innings and 11 strikeouts as the Nationals defeated the Rangers 6-0. Jacob deGrom will get his next crack at becoming the second-fastest pitcher to 2,000 career strikeouts when he takes the mound Thursday night for Texas. Pirates ace Paul Skenes saw his ERA climb to 3.95 after a rocky outing, more than double his career mark of 1.96 when the season began.

Injury Updates

The Mets' Jorge Polanco will undergo ankle surgery after being placed on the 10-day IL with left ankle bursitis, likely ending his challenging first season in New York. The Pirates bolstered their catching depth by acquiring veteran Christian Bethancourt from the Yankees for cash considerations.

Technology Controversy

The Orioles criticized MLB's technology standards after Pete Alonso's deep fly ball to left field was ruled foul and the call was upheld on review during Wednesday night's game against the Yankees.

Standings Watch

Despite the Brewers owning the best record in baseball, manager Pat Murphy downplayed the team's success, saying he doesn't think they've played great baseball as they appear well on their way to earning an eighth playoff berth in nine seasons.