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The New York Mets have optioned right-handed pitcher Tobias Myers to Triple-A Syracuse. This roster move follows the team's decision to recall Zach Thornton to the major league roster to fill a starting pitching vacancy. Myers' departure is part of a corresponding transaction to accommodate the new arm in the Mets' rotation.
Charlie Condon is set to represent the Colorado Rockies in the 2026 MLB Futures Game. Condon will join fellow prospect Roldy Brito in the annual showcase, which highlights the top young talent across professional baseball.
Roldy Brito has been selected to represent the Colorado Rockies in the 2026 MLB Futures Game. Brito will participate in the annual contest alongside teammate Charlie Condon, showcasing his talent on the league's premier stage for top prospects.
Adley Rutschman is out of the starting lineup for the Baltimore Orioles' series finale against the Kansas City Royals on Sunday.
Robert Gasser is scheduled to take the mound for the Milwaukee Brewers as they look to close out the first half of the season in their series finale against the Pittsburgh Pirates.
William Contreras is out of the starting lineup for the Milwaukee Brewers' Sunday game against the Pittsburgh Pirates.
Brandon Pfaadt has looked like a different pitcher since returning from his Triple-A stint, delivering an emphatic performance in a win over the Los Angeles Dodgers. Pfaadt outdueled Dodgers All-Star Yoshinobu Yamamoto, helping the Diamondbacks' offense explode in a dominant victory. His recent success marks a significant turnaround for the Diamondbacks' rotation.
Yoshinobu Yamamoto remains a key piece of the Dodgers' starting rotation despite recent injury setbacks across the staff. In his latest outing, Yamamoto was outdueled by Brandon Pfaadt in an emphatic loss to the Arizona Diamondbacks. While he continues to be a focal point for the Dodgers' pitching depth as they navigate the 2026 schedule, his most recent performance resulted in a defeat against the Diamondbacks' offense.
Following roster adjustments, the Los Angeles Dodgers have optioned Kyle Hurt to Triple-A.
Dodgers closer Edwin Díaz has officially started a minor league rehab assignment with Class-A Ontario. In his first game action in 83 days, Díaz tossed a scoreless inning, allowing one hit and striking out two while needing only 11 pitches. He is working his way back from arthroscopic surgery.
The Milwaukee Brewers have transferred Brandon Woodruff to the 60-day injured list on Sunday as he continues to recover from a shoulder injury.
The baseball community celebrated the birthday of Chasen Shreve, a notable relief pitcher from the mid-2010s Yankees era.
Rowdy Tellez was highlighted in the Braves' minor league recap following a strong collective performance by the Gwinnett Stripers.
After a slow start to the season, Patrick Clohisy has begun to heat up, marking his Triple-A campaign with a home run as part of a strong performance for the Stripers.
Nestor German pitched 7+ scoreless innings, helping lead the Baltimore Orioles' minor league affiliates to a clean sweep of victories on the night.
Luis De León contributed to a dominant night for the Orioles' minor league affiliates, pitching 7+ scoreless innings in his latest appearance.
Christian Rodriguez delivered a strong performance on the Orioles' farm, pitching 7+ scoreless innings as part of a night where every Baltimore affiliate secured a victory.
Bryan Reynolds delivered a productive performance across Saturday's doubleheader against the Brewers. The Pirates outfielder went 2-for-6 at the plate, contributing a double, an RBI, a walk, and two runs scored. His consistent offensive production remains a key component of the Pittsburgh lineup as he continues to impact games through both his plate discipline and extra-base hitting ability.
The Los Angeles Dodgers selected high school shortstop Bo Lowrance with the 40th overall pick in the 2026 MLB Draft. Lowrance, hailing from South Carolina, is part of a significant draft class for the Dodgers, who are concluding their 14-pick haul on Sunday. The team's focus on bolstering their talent pipeline continues as they integrate these new prospects into the organization following Saturday's initial selections.
As the St. Louis Cardinals host the Braves for a weekend series, questions persist regarding Lars Nootbaar's role amidst the team's ongoing roster logjam. Despite the uncertainty surrounding playing time and depth chart positioning, Nootbaar remains a focal point of discussion for the organization. The team continues to evaluate its roster composition as they navigate the middle portion of the 2026 season.
