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Diamondbacks Activate Max Kepler Following 80-Game Suspension for Epitrenbolone
Outfielder Max Kepler returns to the Arizona Diamondbacks' active roster after serving an 80-game ban for a positive PED test involving epitrenbolone.
Chicago Cubs Finalize David Peterson Trade to Bolster Injured Rotation
The Chicago Cubs have officially acquired left-handed starter David Peterson from the New York Mets to address immediate depth concerns in the starting rotation.
MLBPA Proposes MLB Prop Betting Ban to Combat Harassment From Gamblers
The MLBPA has proposed a ban on individual player prop bets, which currently account for 20% to 30% of total game wagers.
MLB Proposes 5-Year Free Agent Cap and 6-Year Cornerstone Provision
Major League Baseball has introduced a proposal for the next CBA that would restrict free agent contracts to five years for players switching organizations.
Tony Vitello Ejection Highlights Giants' 5-2 Loss and 1-6 Home Record
Manager Tony Vitello was ejected for the first time in his MLB career during the seventh inning of the Giants' 5-2 defeat against the New York Mets.
Boston Red Sox Match Franchise-Worst 2-7 Start Following 8-6 Defeat to San Diego Padres
A four-run lead evaporated at Fenway Park as the Boston Red Sox fell 8-6 to the San Diego Padres, matching a historic low for the franchise through nine games.
Ron Kulpa Sidelined at Least One Week Following Concussion in New York
MLB umpire Ron Kulpa has been diagnosed with a concussion after a foul ball struck his mask during the fourth inning of Saturday's Marlins-Yankees matchup.
Mike Trout Diagnosed With Hand Contusion in Angels' 11-Inning Victory
Los Angeles center fielder Mike Trout exited Sunday's 8-7 win against the Seattle Mariners after being struck by a pitch in the eighth inning, with X-rays later confirming a contusion.
Machado Kicks Pickoff Attempt as Padres Overcome 4-Run Deficit in 8-6 Win
San Diego third baseman Manny Machado deflected a pickoff throw with his foot, leading to two runs in an 8-6 victory over the Boston Red Sox.
Pete Fairbanks Start: Marlins Closer Throws 27 Pitches Before Paternity Leave
Marlins closer Pete Fairbanks made a rare start against the New York Yankees, throwing 27 pitches in the first inning before being placed on paternity leave.
Colt Emerson Avoids Fracture: Mariners Prospect Day-to-Day After Negative X-Rays
Seattle Mariners shortstop prospect Colt Emerson is listed as day-to-day for Triple-A Tacoma after a foul ball off his right foot resulted in negative X-ray results.
Yankees Edge Marlins 9-7 in Record 3:49 Marathon During Pitch Clock Era
New York defeated Miami 9-7 in a nine-inning contest lasting 3 hours and 49 minutes, the longest such game since 2023.
Cubs Place Cade Horton on 15-Day IL Following 93.8 MPH Fastball to Bo Naylor
Cade Horton was placed on the 15-day IL Sunday after a forearm strain limited his second 2026 start to just two innings.
Astros Place Ace Hunter Brown on 15-Day IL With Shoulder Strain
Houston ace Hunter Brown has been moved to the 15-day injured list following a diagnosis of a strain in his pitching shoulder.
Mookie Betts Moves to IL with Oblique Strain Following 10-5 Win Over Nationals
Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop Mookie Betts is sidelined for four to six weeks after an MRI confirmed a right oblique strain suffered during a first-inning at-bat.
Rhett Lowder Sets Reds Record with 1.30 ERA in 2-0 Shutout of Rangers
Rookie pitcher Rhett Lowder lowered his career ERA to 1.30, the lowest for any Cincinnati Reds starter through eight career appearances since 1913.
Jo Adell Makes History With 3 Home Run Robberies in Angels' 1-0 Win
Los Angeles Angels right fielder Jo Adell robbed three home runs against the Seattle Mariners to preserve a 1-0 victory on Saturday night.
Umpire Ron Kulpa Exits Marlins-Yankees Game Following Fourth-Inning Foul Ball
Veteran umpire Ron Kulpa left Saturday's matchup between the Miami Marlins and New York Yankees after being struck in the mask by a foul ball.
Sal Frelick Forced Out of Doubleheader with Left Side Tightness
Milwaukee Brewers right fielder Sal Frelick exited the second game of Saturday's doubleheader against the Kansas City Royals during the fourth inning.
Juan Soto Diagnosed With Right Calf Strain Following MRI in San Francisco
New York Mets outfielder Juan Soto underwent an MRI on Saturday revealing a right calf strain sustained during a 10-3 victory over the San Francisco Giants.
Mookie Betts Exits in First Inning at Washington Due to Lower Back Pain
Dodgers star Mookie Betts departed Saturday's matchup against Washington after the top of the first inning citing right lower back pain.
Justin Verlander Injury: Tigers Ace Sidelined with Hip Inflammation
The Detroit Tigers placed 43-year-old Justin Verlander on the 15-day IL with left hip inflammation, stalling his first Comerica Park start since 2017.
Brewers Manager Pat Murphy Debuts 'Bobby Jr.' Rally Tortoise in Kansas City
Milwaukee Brewers manager Pat Murphy introduced a Sulcata tortoise named Bobby Jr. as a new team mascot after his pocket pancakes were banned.
Brewers Shortstop Cooper Pratt Signs $50.75M Contract Through 2033 Season
Milwaukee Brewers prospect Cooper Pratt has secured an eight-year, $50.75 million contract extension that includes club options for 2034 and 2035.