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Reds' Sunday game vs. Cards postponed, to be made up in split DH on Aug. 17
Sunday’s Reds-Cardinals game in Cincinnati was postponed because of rain and rescheduled as the first game of a split doubleheader on Aug. 17.
Cabrera (right middle finger blister) placed on IL; Wicks recalled
The Cubs placed Edward Cabrera on the 15-day injured list retroactive to May 21 with a right middle-finger blister and recalled left-hander Jordan Wicks from Triple-A Iowa.
Cole tosses 6 scoreless frames in 1st big league start since '24
Gerrit Cole returned to the Yankees rotation on May 22, 2026 and threw six scoreless innings against the Rays in his first major league start since Game 5 of the 2024 World Series.
Yankees option Jones, Cruz as Cole, Caballero return from injured list
The Yankees optioned Spencer Jones and Yovanny Cruz to Triple-A and activated Gerrit Cole and José Caballero ahead of Friday's game against the Rays.
10-year vet Urshela, with signature '19 for Yankees, announces retirement
Gio Urshela has announced his retirement after 10 major league seasons, ending a career that included his best-known run with the Yankees.
Jackson Holliday joins Orioles in St. Petersburg, then is activated from injured list
Jackson Holliday joined the Orioles in St. Petersburg ahead of their series against the Rays and was activated from the injured list on May 18, 2026.
Domínguez in concussion protocol after hard collision with outfield wall
Yankees outfielder Jasson Domínguez was carted off after a hard collision with the left-field wall and placed in MLB concussion protocol. Follow-up reporting says an MRI showed a low-grade left AC joint sprain and he is expected to miss a few weeks.
Boyd expected to miss about six weeks after knee surgery
Matthew Boyd had successful left knee surgery and is expected to miss about six weeks after a fluke meniscus injury, the Cubs said.
Reds sending Geno for MRI to see if rehab can ramp up
The Reds scheduled an MRI for Eugenio Suárez to see whether his left oblique strain has healed enough for him to resume a more active rehab ramp-up.
Vintage Skenes fires 8 scoreless innings as Pirates even series
Paul Skenes threw eight scoreless innings and the Pirates beat the Diamondbacks 1-0 behind Brandon Lowe's solo homer.
Paul Skenes' dominant outing in desert carries Pirates to win
Paul Skenes delivered eight scoreless innings with seven strikeouts and no walks as the Pirates beat the Diamondbacks 1-0 in Phoenix.
Nationals recall Zak Kent
The Nationals recalled right-hander Zak Kent from Triple-A Rochester and optioned Andre Granillo, adding a fresh arm to the bullpen after Kent’s recent debut against Minnesota.
Mariners Select RHP Nick Davila from Double-A Arkansas
The Mariners selected right-hander Nick Davila from Double-A Arkansas and optioned left-hander Josh Simpson to Triple-A Tacoma. Davila, 27, is expected to make his MLB debut when he first appears in a game.
Blue Jays’ George Springer exits Twins game after HBP leads to injury scare
George Springer left Toronto’s game against Minnesota after being hit on the left foot by a pitch, briefly raising concern because it was the same area where he recently fractured his toe. Later reporting said X-rays showed no new damage.
Rays activate Garrett Cleavinger, DFA Yoendrys Gomez before Giants game
The Rays activated left-hander Garrett Cleavinger from the injured list and designated Yoendrys Gomez for assignment before facing the Giants.
Reds activate Graham Ashcraft, option Zach Maxwell, advance Nick Lodolo rehab to Triple-A
The Reds activated Graham Ashcraft, optioned Zach Maxwell to Triple-A Louisville and moved Nick Lodolo’s rehab assignment to Triple-A before facing the Pirates.
Giants swept by Phillies after extra-innings walk-off loss
The Giants were swept by the Phillies in a split doubleheader, capped by a 6-5, 10-inning walk-off loss in Game 2 after another Philadelphia walk-off in the opener.
Schwarber delivers as Phillies rally again to beat Giants 6-5 in 10 innings for doubleheader sweep
The Phillies swept the Giants in a split doubleheader, capped by a 6-5, 10-inning Game 2 win on Kyle Schwarber's clutch double and Alec Bohm's walk-off sacrifice fly.
Tigers update injury tracker as Justin Verlander, Zach McKinstry keep progressing
The Tigers updated their injury tracker with progress notes on Justin Verlander and Zach McKinstry, both of whom remain on the injured list.
Angels place Logan O'Hoppe on 10-day IL with left wrist fracture
The Angels placed catcher Logan O'Hoppe on the 10-day injured list with a left wrist fracture after he left Saturday's game against the Royals.
Cubs place Riley Martin on injured list with elbow inflammation
The Cubs placed left-hander Riley Martin on the 15-day injured list with left elbow inflammation, sending him back to Chicago for further testing. Chicago also made several bullpen roster moves.
Mason Miller breaks Padres scoreless-inning record in Mexico City win
Mason Miller set a Padres franchise record with 34 2/3 consecutive scoreless innings in San Diego’s 6-4 win over the Diamondbacks in Mexico City.
Zack Wheeler’s return gives Phillies exactly what they desperately needed
Zack Wheeler returned to the Phillies rotation after thoracic outlet surgery and delivered five strong innings in his 2026 debut, helping Philadelphia end a 10-game skid.
Reds place Eugenio Suárez on 10-day injured list with oblique strain
The Reds placed Eugenio Suárez on the 10-day injured list with a mild left oblique strain after scratching him from Friday's lineup.