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What Is the MLB 20-80 Scale for Player Development?
At 19, Jesús Made is already outperforming the Southern League average in Double A with a .

Arizona Diamondbacks trade Taylor Rashi to Minnesota Twins
Despite a stellar 1.03 ERA for the Reno Aces this season, pitcher Taylor Rashi was traded by the Arizona Diamondbacks to the Minnesota Twins for cash, a move that surprised many. The Diamondbacks, con

Washington Nationals Player Updates
In a dramatic ninth-inning rally, CJ Abrams delivered a tying base hit, propelling the Washington Nationals to a 4-3 victory.

Yoán Moncada undergoes knee surgery for inflammation
Chicago White Sox third baseman Yoán Moncada will undergo surgery on his right knee, placing him on the sidelines until at least mid-July.

Astros GM Dana Brown: No Trade Talks for Yordan Alvarez
Despite a challenging start to the 2026 season, Houston Astros General Manager Dana Brown has declared the team has had "zero internal discussions" about trading their MVP-caliber slugger Yordan Alvar

MLB free agent power rankings June update spotlights pitcher scarcity
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Texas Rangers release outfielder Sam Haggerty after injury struggles
Just two days after being designated for assignment, utilityman Sam Haggerty, who posted a respectable .

Jameson Taillon injured in Cubs' 2-1 loss
In a game where the Cubs lost 2-1 in 10 innings, starting pitcher Jameson Taillon exited in the second inning with a hamstring strain, forcing an immediate change in strategy.

Kris Bubic agrees to one-year deal for 2026 season
Despite not pitching since May 14 due to elbow soreness, Kris Bubic signed a one-year, $6.

Houston Astros 2026 Season: Alvarez, Prospects & Strategy
Yordan Alvarez just hit his fifth career grand slam, pushing him to 22 home runs and 48 RBIs, leading the American League in both categories.

Dodgers move Tyler Glasnow to 60-day IL, add Nick Frasso
Just one inning into his last start, Dodgers ace Tyler Glasnow exited the game with lower back pain.

Brewers acquire pitcher Joel Kuhnel from Athletics
Just weeks after right-hander Joel Kuhnel posted a stellar 1.

Austin Wells placed on 10-day IL with cervical headaches
Just days after a promising 3-for-6 performance against the Royals, Yankees catcher Austin Wells landed on the 10-day injured list with cervical headaches.

Royce Lewis returns as Twins designate James Outman
In just 67 plate appearances at Triple-A, Royce Lewis crushed 10 home runs with a .

Tigers release Bryan Sammons and Dugan Darnell from organization
Bryan Sammons pitched 27 1/3 innings for the Tigers in July 2024, posting a 3.

Yankees call up catcher Ali Sánchez to MLB
Despite a career batting average of just .

Houston Astros release Rhylan Thomas on June 5, 2026
On June 5, 2026, the Houston Astros released outfielder Rhylan Thomas, capping a whirlwind 48 hours of aggressive roster shuffling.

Elias Diaz signs major league contract with the Royals
Kansas City Royals veteran catcher Salvador Perez has batted a dismal .

Twins sign Austin Voth to minor league deal
Just days after being outrighted by the Blue Jays, right-handed pitcher Austin Voth will take the mound tonight as a starter for the Minnesota Twins' Triple-A affiliate, the St.

Aaron Judge diagnosed with rib stress fracture, recovery uncertain
After missing just two games with what was initially described as vague discomfort, Yankees slugger Aaron Judge has been diagnosed with a stress fracture in his right rib.

Red Sox option struggling pitcher Brayan Bello to Triple-A
On Thursday, Brayan Bello allowed six runs in the first inning during an 8-2 loss to the Orioles, a performance that directly led to his demotion to Triple-A, according to Boston Herald and MLB .

Jack Perkins Joins A's Starting Rotation for Friday's Game
Fresh off a 0.55 ERA in his last three Triple-A starts, Jack Perkins, the A's No. 9 prospect, will rejoin the Athletics' starting rotation on Friday, stepping into a void left by an injured Luis Sever

Rangers re-sign pitcher Josh Sborz to minor league deal
Just three days after being released by the Texas Rangers, pitcher Josh Sborz has been re-signed to a minor league contract, a deal that could pay him just $50,000 for 10 innings pitched.

Blue Jays acquire Simeon Woods Richardson from Twins
Simeon Woods Richardson, who posted a 7.

Rob Manfred's 2026 Economic Plan Includes $245M Cap for MLB
Major League Baseball owners have made their first salary cap proposal since 1994, the year a strike led to the cancellation of the World Series, according to ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and

Cardinals target Lars Nootbaar activation before Friday's series
After hitting an opposite-field home run on a 1-0 pitch in his first rehab game, Lars Nootbaar is now targeted for activation from the 60-day injured list before Friday's series against the Reds, acco

Pirates Reinstate Carmen Mlodzinski From Restricted List Monday
Less than 24 hours after being placed on the restricted list because he 'wasn’t ready to' pitch, Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Carmen Mlodzinski was reinstated to the active roster on Monday, June 1st.

Texas Rangers release pitcher Josh Sborz from minor league deal
Less than a year after posting a dominant 0.

Pirates trade Justin Lawrence to Twins for cash considerations
Despite a 5.32 ERA and a staggering 43.1% walk rate this season, veteran reliever Justin Lawrence was just acquired by the Minnesota Twins for cash. This move, trading Lawrence from the Pittsburgh Pir

Cristian Mena slated for shoulder surgery, D-Backs assess recovery
D-backs' No. 11 prospect, Cristian Mena, is slated for season-ending shoulder surgery in the coming days, sidelining a crucial piece of their future rotation. This news confirms a significant setback