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Sonny Gray improved to 13-2 on the season after earning the win against the Athletics on Thursday. Gray pitched seven innings, allowing four runs on seven hits and two walks while striking out five batters. His performance was instrumental in the Red Sox's 5-4 comeback victory.
Jarren Duran was at the center of an odd, notable moment during the Red Sox's comeback victory over the Athletics on Thursday. While the team secured the win, the incident involving Duran drew attention during the game.
Kade Snell played a pivotal role in the South Bend Cubs' 11-8 win, contributing to a massive offensive effort that saw the team blast five home runs. As South Bend continues to stand out as the top performer within the Chicago Cubs' farm system, Snell's contributions remain a key highlight of their recent success. While other levels of the organization, such as Iowa, have struggled to generate offense, Snell's production has been a bright spot for the minor league club.
Luis Robert provided the decisive offensive spark in the Mets' 4-2 victory over the Miami Marlins on Thursday night. After the team was held to just one hit through the first five innings, Robert stepped up with two outs in the eighth inning to drive in two runs with a clutch single. His performance was instrumental in securing the win at Citi Field, helping the team capitalize on a solid 6.1-inning outing from starting pitcher Nolan McLean.
Nolan McLean delivered a stellar performance in Thursday's 4-2 win over the Marlins, allowing just two runs on three hits and two walks over 6.1 innings. He recorded six strikeouts during his outing, serving as a focal point for the New York rotation. While he ultimately earned a no-decision, his consistent presence on the mound set the tone for the Mets, who later secured the victory through a late-inning rally at Citi Field.
Devin Williams continues to anchor the Mets' bullpen, recording his 15th save of the season in Wednesday's doubleheader against Atlanta with a scoreless ninth inning. He followed that performance by locking down his 16th save on Thursday against the Marlins, tossing a scoreless frame while allowing no hits and one walk with two strikeouts. Williams remains a critical late-inning asset for the Mets, maintaining his high level of production throughout the current series.
Minor league right-hander Zane Barnhart has been traded by the Baltimore Orioles to the Detroit Tigers. The transaction was part of a deal that sent catcher Jake Rogers to the Orioles to help address their depth issues at the catcher position.
The Baltimore Orioles have acquired catcher Jake Rogers from the Detroit Tigers in exchange for minor league right-hander Zane Barnhart. The move is intended to bolster the Orioles' depth behind the plate as the team navigates multiple injuries at the catcher position during the current season.
Shohei Ohtani was held out of the Dodgers' lineup for Thursday's series finale against the Mariners due to lingering left knee soreness and a newly reported biceps issue. Manager Dave Roberts confirmed the team's decision to rest the two-way superstar to prioritize his long-term health and pitching return, despite Ohtani's desire to play. Additionally, a 1-of-1 Dual Gold Logoman Autograph card featuring the star recently sold for over $10 million.
Daylen Lile recorded his third multi-homer game of the 2026 season during Thursday's 5-4 loss to the Atlanta Braves. Lile went 2-for-4 at the plate, contributing a pair of solo home runs in the effort.
Raisel Iglesias continues to anchor the Braves' bullpen, recording his 23rd save of the season in Thursday's win over the Nationals. He worked a scoreless ninth inning, allowing no runs on no hits and one walk. This follows his 22nd save in the second game of Wednesday's doubleheader against the Mets, where he also pitched a perfect ninth inning. Iglesias remains a reliable closer for Atlanta as he adds to his impressive season total.
Mets young right-hander Jonah Tong continues to impress with Triple-A Syracuse, delivering another strong performance on Thursday night. Tong pitched five scoreless innings, marking a continuation of his recent string of quality starts for the organization.
Ronald Acuña provided a key offensive spark for the Atlanta Braves in their close win against the Washington Nationals on Thursday. Acuña connected for a home run as the Braves successfully leveraged their baserunners to clinch the game.
Mike Yastrzemski contributed to the Braves' offense in their narrow victory over the Washington Nationals on Thursday. Yastrzemski hit a home run, helping the team capitalize on their baserunners to secure the win.
JJ Wetherholt delivered a strong performance in Thursday's 4-2 extra-inning loss to the Cubs, going 2-for-5 at the plate. His contribution included a solo home run that tied the game, along with a stolen base. The rookie continues to show flashes of impact production for the St. Louis Cardinals lineup.
Kyle Harrison, currently working his way back from a forearm injury, made a successful rehab start with High-A Wisconsin on Thursday night. The left-hander pitched 5.2 scoreless innings, surrendering only one hit and three walks while striking out five batters. This outing marks a significant step forward in his recovery process as he aims to return to the Milwaukee Brewers' pitching rotation.
Following his recent trade to the Boston Red Sox, infielder Curtis Mead has been diagnosed with a nondisplaced fracture in his left wrist. The injury occurred amidst the flurry of activity surrounding the 2026 MLB trade deadline. The Red Sox have confirmed that Mead will be re-evaluated and reimaged in four weeks to determine his recovery progress and potential timeline for returning to the field.
Yoshinobu Yamamoto has been confirmed as the starting pitcher for the Dodgers' matchup against the Boston Red Sox this Saturday. The Dodgers are currently navigating a stretch of games without a set starter for Friday, leading to speculation of a potential bullpen game to open the series. Yamamoto remains a key piece of the rotation as the team continues its all-American League homestand at Dodger Stadium.
Sean Burke delivered a strong performance in Thursday's series finale against the New York Yankees, though he did not factor into the decision. Burke tossed six scoreless innings, allowing just three hits and two walks while striking out 10 batters. The outing highlighted his ability to compete against a tough lineup as the White Sox look to maintain momentum in their series.
Nico Hoerner provided a spark for the Chicago Cubs in Thursday's 4-2, 10-inning victory over the St. Louis Cardinals. Hoerner went 3-for-5 at the plate and successfully recorded a stolen base, contributing significantly to the team's offensive effort in the extra-innings win.
