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Mets call up Xzavion Curry and Tobias Myers, place Austin Warren on IL, DFA Matt Seelinger
The Mets recalled right-handers Xzavion Curry and Tobias Myers on July 8, placed Austin Warren on the 15-day injured list with a right forearm strain, and designated Matt Seelinger for assignment. Coverage also said Dedniel Núñez moved his rehab assignment to Triple-A Syracuse.
RockHounds sending 2 to All-Star Futures Game
Midland RockHounds shortstop Leo De Vries and left-hander Jamie Arnold were selected for the 2026 MLB All-Star Futures Game, giving Midland two representatives in the showcase.
Brown Trade Talk Swirls as Celtics Lock In Summer League Slate
The Celtics are fielding trade chatter around Jaylen Brown while also setting their 2026 Las Vegas Summer League plans. Reports say Boston’s asking price for Brown is steep, and the team has lined up July games and Amile Jefferson as head coach.
Five Braves advance in 2026 All-Star Game voting
Five Braves position players advanced to Phase 2 of 2026 MLB All-Star Game voting, leaving Drake Baldwin, Matt Olson, Ozzie Albies, Ronald Acuña Jr. and Michael Harris II in position to compete for starting spots when final voting opens June 29.
MLB proposes limiting most free agent contracts to 5 years and 15% of a team’s salary cap
Major League Baseball has proposed limiting most free-agent contracts to five years and 15% of a team’s salary cap, along with a ban on deferred compensation, as CBA talks continue.
Braves blow another one in 7-6 loss to Padres
The Braves lost 7-6 in 10 innings to the Padres at Petco Park after building an early 4-0 lead, erasing a late deficit and then falling on Manny Machado’s walk-off single.
Cubs place Ben Brown on injured list in pitching shuffle
The Cubs placed Ben Brown on the 15-day injured list with a neck strain, retroactive to June 21, while making several other pitching moves during a same-day roster shuffle.
Francisco Lindor expected to return to Mets lineup for Wednesday doubleheader
Multiple reports say Francisco Lindor is expected to rejoin the Mets for Game 2 of Wednesday’s doubleheader against the Cubs after a rehab assignment for a left calf strain. The club planned to check with trainers and front office officials before making the final call.
Dodgers’ Kyle Tucker and Dalton Rushing leave win over Twins with injury scares
The Dodgers beat the Twins 2-1, but Kyle Tucker left with lower back spasms and Dalton Rushing exited after taking a foul tip to the mask. Reporting says Tucker is not a major concern and Rushing passed an initial concussion test.
Royals place Maikel Garcia on the injured list
The Royals placed Maikel Garcia on the 10-day injured list with a left hand muscle strain and recalled Josh Rojas from Triple-A Omaha. Garcia had been managing hand soreness since mid-May and also dealt with a hamstring strain earlier this month.
2026 MLB Draft Combine set for June 23-26 in Phoenix with 334 prospects expected
The 2026 MLB Draft Combine is scheduled for June 23-26 at Chase Field in Phoenix, with 334 prospects expected and MLB Network set to begin live coverage on opening day.
MLBPA blasts league's latest CBA proposal that would shake up draft
Major League Baseball has proposed a sweeping amateur draft overhaul in CBA talks, and the MLBPA is already condemning it. The plan would remove high school players from draft eligibility, delay college eligibility until after sophomore year, shorten the draft and reduce bonus-pool money.
Mets recall Myers and Pintaro, option Duarte, place Scott on IL
The Mets recalled Tobias Myers and Jonathan Pintaro, optioned Daniel Duarte, and placed Christian Scott on the injured list retroactive to June 12. Reporting says Myers is expected to start against the Reds and Kodai Senga will take Scott’s rotation spot.
Wally Backman takes over Staten Island FerryHawks as team looks to salvage rough start
Wally Backman has been named manager of the Staten Island FerryHawks, giving the former Mets infielder a return to a New York dugout as the Atlantic League club tries to recover from an 8-40 start. The team is also planning a June 23 tryout, Backman’s June 24 home debut and a June 27 1986 Mets tribute night.
Men's College World Series 2026: Schedule, scores, and how to watch
The 2026 Men's College World Series opened in Omaha with early wins for West Virginia, North Carolina, Oklahoma and Georgia, plus an elimination loss for Ole Miss. Here is the schedule, the latest scores and how to watch the remaining games on ESPN.
The Braden Montgomery era begins on the South Side
Braden Montgomery was called up by the Chicago White Sox and was expected to make his MLB debut in right field after a strong recent stretch at Triple-A Charlotte.
Snake Bytes, 6/9: Diamondbacks add Max Kepler, deal Taylor Rashi, and face Jordan Lawlar trade chatter
The Diamondbacks signed Max Kepler, traded Taylor Rashi to the Twins for cash considerations and opened a 40-man roster spot for LuJames Groover, while Jordan Lawlar trade chatter remained unconfirmed.
Red Sox ownership reportedly gets involved in search for right-handed bat
ESPN's Buster Olney reported that a member of Red Sox ownership has contacted other teams about a right-handed bat as Boston searches for offense. The club has not publicly confirmed the claim, and a separate report says it is not considering firing Craig Breslow.
Texas Rangers place Danny Jansen on 10-day injured list, sign Elias Díaz
The Texas Rangers placed catcher Danny Jansen on the 10-day injured list retroactive to June 3 because of a right forearm strain and signed veteran catcher Elias Díaz to a one-year major league contract.
Rangers place Danny Jansen on injured list, sign Elias Diaz
The Rangers placed catcher Danny Jansen on the 10-day injured list retroactive to June 3 with a right forearm strain and signed Elias Diaz to a major league contract before Saturday's game against Cleveland.
Major League Baseball commemorates 2026 Lou Gehrig Day
Major League Baseball is marking the sixth annual Lou Gehrig Day on June 2, 2026, with all 30 clubs participating in tributes, local ceremonies and fundraising for ALS research.
Rangers recall Cody Freeman, select Robby Ahlstrom's contract
The Rangers made a pregame roster shuffle on June 1, selecting Robby Ahlstrom’s contract from Triple-A Round Rock and recalling Cody Freeman before facing the Cardinals in St. Louis.
Phillies adjust their home-plate procedure after runner scored without touching home
The Phillies are changing how they handle close plays at home plate after Andy Pages was ruled safe in a May 31 game at Dodger Stadium despite missing the plate. Interim manager Don Mattingly said the team will touch the plate and appeal first on similar plays going forward.
Freeman recalled, Ahlstrom's contract selected in Rangers roster shuffle
The Rangers selected Robby Ahlstrom's contract and recalled Cody Freeman on June 1, with Ahlstrom set for his MLB debut and Freeman returning after a rehab assignment.