MLB Baseball 3h Briefing
×Last updated: May 16, 2026, 8:50 PM ET
Injury Updates Rock AL East & NL Central
Blue Jays right-hander Jose Berrios will undergo elbow surgery Wednesday, casting immediate uncertainty over Toronto's rotation. The procedure follows Baltimore Orioles infielder Jordan Westburg's Tommy John surgery on his right elbow, which will sideline him for the entire 2026 season. On the field, the Red Sox placed shortstop Trevor Story on the 10-day IL with a sports hernia, promoting veteran Eric Sogard, while Rangers All-Star Corey Seager missed his second straight game against Houston due to back spasms.
Culture & Management Shifts
The Cardinals have embraced a viral trend, endorsing shirtless fans in the stands after a college team's display sparked back-to-back walk-off victories in St. Louis. In Philadelphia, bench coach Dusty Wathan made history as the fill-in manager for Saturday's 6-0 win over Pittsburgh while Don Mattingly attended his son's graduation.
Draft & Future Outlook
With the July draft approaching, ESPN's latest mock draft projects the first 40 picks, highlighting a pivotal decision at the top that could reshape multiple farm systems. The timeline for Berrios' return and Westburg's long-term absence will significantly influence their clubs' short- and long-term roster construction strategies.