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Philadelphia Phillies catcher J.T. Realmuto is shown with a noticeable limp on the field, while rookie pitcher Ryan Miller is seen in the dugout, as the team faces playoff uncertainty.
The Huddle

Phillies update J.T. Realmuto injury, Ryan Miller call-up for 2026

J.T. Realmuto exhibited a noticeable limp just hours before a crucial division series, casting uncertainty over the Philadelphia Phillies' playoff prospects for the 2026 season. Realmuto's MRI results

Rachel Goldberg·Jun 1
Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Zach Pop walking off a baseball mound, looking dejected after being designated for assignment.
The Huddle

Phillies designate pitcher Zach Pop for assignment

Just days after his reinstatement from the injured list on Saturday, May 18, 2026, and despite signing a one-year contract on Monday, May 13, right-handed pitcher Zach Pop was designated for assignmen

Rachel Goldberg·May 31
Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Quinn Priester on a baseball mound during a rehab assignment, looking dejected under a dim sky.
The Pitch

Brewers send Quinn Priester to Arizona Complex League for rehab

Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Quinn Priester posted a staggering 21.

Sofia Castillo·May 31
Red Sox player Tommy Kahnle in a dugout, contemplating a decision under a spotlight, with a shadowy executive figure in the background.
Hardwood Intel

Tommy Kahnle's opt-out clause forces Red Sox decision

Tommy Kahnle has not allowed a run since April 17, yet exercised an opt-out clause in his minor league contract on May 1.

Darius Tehrani·May 31
Stop Bleeding Your Wallet: 5 Costly Sports Betting Mistakes, and What to Do Instead
The Playbook

Stop Bleeding Your Wallet: 5 Costly Sports Betting Mistakes, and What to Do Instead

The convenience and accessibility of online sports betting create powerful financial and emotional motivations for participation, but this ease of entry often leads to unforced errors. Many bettors, armed with intuition …

Sponsored·Jul 6
Kansas City Royals pitcher on the mound under a stormy sky, symbolizing team struggles with injuries and bullpen issues.
The Huddle

Kansas City Royals face pitching injuries and bullpen struggles

On May 30, 2026, Kansas City Royals shortstop Maikel Garcia exited the game against the Rangers with a hamstring strain, adding another critical injury to a team already battling the third-highest bul

Rachel Goldberg·May 31
Nolan Arenado of the Arizona Diamondbacks hitting a powerful home run during a crucial game, with stadium lights in the background.
The Huddle

Nolan Arenado's 7 Home Runs Fuel Diamondbacks Comeback

Nolan Arenado, a key figure for the Arizona Diamondbacks, recently launched a 411-foot, three-run go-ahead homer.

Rachel Goldberg·May 31
Chicago White Sox prospect Jacob Gonzalez in uniform, stepping onto a baseball field with a bat, ready for his MLB debut.
Draft HQ

White Sox call up 15th overall pick Jacob Gonzalez

Jacob Gonzalez has blasted 18 home runs in just 54 games with Triple-A Charlotte this season, leading all Triple-A players and compelling the Chicago White Sox to select him for the MLB roster, accord

Rachel Goldberg·May 30
White Sox slugger Munetaka Murakami grimaces in pain on the baseball field after suffering a hamstring injury during a game.
Draft HQ

Murakami's hamstring injury sidelines White Sox slugger

Munetaka Murakami, who led the American League with 20 home runs, 41 RBI, and 43 runs entering Friday, exited the White Sox game in the third inning after injuring his hamstring running out a...

Rachel Goldberg·May 30
A silhouetted hockey player on an ice rink, representing the late Claude Lemieux, a four-time Stanley Cup champion.
On the Ice

Stanley Cup champion winger Claude Lemieux dies at 60

Claude Lemieux, a four-time Stanley Cup champion and fierce competitor, died at age 60 by suicide, a stark end for a player who defined clutch performances.

Marco Moretti·May 29
Craig Breslow, Chief Baseball Officer of the Boston Red Sox, contemplates trade options on a baseball field.
The Pitch

Craig Breslow weighs Red Sox trade outlook amid last-place struggles

Since firing Alex Cora and six coaches on April 26, the Boston Red Sox's pitching rotation has dramatically improved from a 5.

Sofia Castillo·May 28
Teoscar Hernández shown experiencing pain and exiting a baseball game due to a left groin strain injury.
The Huddle

Teoscar Hernández strains groin, exits Wednesday's game

Teoscar Hernández, hitting .

Rachel Goldberg·May 28
MLB players and owners in a tense negotiation over a new collective bargaining agreement, symbolizing financial stakes and team expenditures.
The Huddle

MLBPA Proposes New Spending Floor in Collective Bargaining

The MLB Players Association has proposed nearly doubling the minimum player salary to $1.

Rachel Goldberg·May 28
Houston Astros pitcher delivering a pitch during a combined no-hitter against the Texas Rangers, with stadium lights illuminating the field.
The Huddle

Astros Pitchers Combine for First No-Hitter of the Season

In a stunning turn, Alimber Santa pitched the ninth inning of the Houston Astros' combined no-hitter against the Texas Rangers, becoming only the second player in MLB history to achieve such a feat in

Rachel Goldberg·May 26
Chicago Cubs pitcher Ty Blach on the mound, wearing his team uniform, with a determined expression.
Hardwood Intel

Cubs re-sign veteran pitcher Ty Blach to minor league contract

Despite a career 5.39 ERA over 157 MLB games, the Chicago Cubs have re-signed veteran pitcher Ty Blach to a minor league deal worth $820,000 guaranteed, according to Spotrac . This guaranteed commitme

Darius Tehrani·May 26
Pitcher Spencer Turnbull in uniform on a baseball mound, with a stadium and fans visible, representing his signing with the Cerveceros de Tecate.
The Pitch

Spencer Turnbull signs with Mexican Northern League team

Just three years after throwing a no-hitter for the Detroit Tigers, pitcher Spencer Turnbull has signed with the Cerveceros de Tecate of the Mexican Northern League.

Sofia Castillo·May 26
Kansas City Royals pitcher Cole Ragans experiencing elbow stiffness and pain during a rehab outing on the baseball mound.
The Huddle

Cole Ragans experiences elbow stiffness during rehab

Royals pitcher Cole Ragans experienced elbow stiffness immediately after throwing 68 pitches in his first Triple-A rehab outing on May 23.

Rachel Goldberg·May 26
Craig Kimbrel in a Tampa Bay Rays uniform on the pitcher's mound, looking focused.
Hardwood Intel

Craig Kimbrel inks deal with Tampa Bay Rays

Just four days after being designated for assignment by the New York Mets, veteran reliever Craig Kimbrel signed a major league deal with the Tampa Bay Rays for a mere $780,000 on Tuesday, May 26, acc

Darius Tehrani·May 26
Jarred Kelenic walking away from a baseball stadium after being designated for assignment by the Chicago White Sox.
The Pitch

White Sox designate Kelenic for 2026 assignment

After just 19 games, the Chicago White Sox have designated Jarred Kelenic for assignment in 2026, abruptly ending his brief tenure and calling up speed-focused prospect Rikuu Nishida for his MLB...

Sofia Castillo·May 25
Austin Slater walking away from a baseball dugout towards an exit, symbolizing his election to free agency after clearing waivers.
Hardwood Intel

Austin Slater Elects Free Agency After Clearing Waivers

Just weeks after securing a $1MM free agent contract, veteran outfielder Austin Slater is back on the open market, designated for assignment by the Marlins after just 12 games and four hits.

Darius Tehrani·May 25
Seattle Mariners shortstop J.P. Crawford practicing ground balls at third base during a sunset practice session, demonstrating his flexibility.
The Huddle

Mariners' Crawford Open to Playing Third Base

J.P. Crawford, the Seattle Mariners' veteran shortstop, immediately volunteered to manager Dan Wilson that he was willing to move to third base after learning of rookie Colt Emerson's promotion, accor

Rachel Goldberg·May 24
St. Louis Cardinals pitcher Brycen Mautz on the mound, ready to throw during his MLB debut against the Cincinnati Reds.
Draft HQ

Brycen Mautz Debuts for Cardinals Sunday Against Reds

Brycen Mautz, a 24-year-old left-hander, is scheduled to make his MLB debut on Sunday against the Cincinnati Reds, marking a significant moment in the 2026 season for the St.

Rachel Goldberg·May 24
Texas Rangers shortstop Corey Seager, looking dejected, walks off a baseball field after being placed on the injured list due to lower back inflammation.
The Huddle

Texas Rangers place Corey Seager on injured list

Texas Rangers shortstop Corey Seager, already mired in a 0-for-25 slump, was placed on the 10-day injured list due to lower back inflammation, according to AP News .

Rachel Goldberg·May 24
Eugenio Suarez activated from IL as Ke'Bryan Hayes is placed on the injured list with a back injury.
The Huddle

Eugenio Suarez Activated, Ke'Bryan Hayes Lands on Injured List

Ke'Bryan Hayes, who was hitting .

Rachel Goldberg·May 23