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RHP Brenan Hanifee (0-0, 0.00 ERA) is slated to start for the Detroit Tigers in Sunday night's contest against the Kansas City Royals. The game, held at Kauffman Stadium, features Hanifee in a pitching duel against Royals starter Noah Cameron. Hanifee looks to maintain his unblemished ERA as the Tigers aim to improve their 18-22 record against the Royals.
Noah Cameron (2-2, 5.40 ERA) is set to pitch for the Kansas City Royals in Sunday Night Baseball against the Detroit Tigers at Kauffman Stadium. Entering the matchup, analysts have pointed to his xERA as a potential indicator of a challenging outing. Cameron remains a key figure for player prop considerations alongside teammates Bobby Witt Jr. and Vinnie Pasquantino as the Royals look to secure a win.
Max Muncy recorded his 10th home run of the season during the 8th inning of Sunday's game against the Atlanta Braves. Despite Muncy's power contribution, the Los Angeles Dodgers fell 7-2, resulting in a series loss to the Braves. Following the defeat, Muncy was noted to be in visible disbelief regarding the team's performance in the series finale.
Justin Wrobleski started the Mother's Day rubber match for the Los Angeles Dodgers against the Atlanta Braves. Entering the contest with an impressive 5-0 record, a 1.25 ERA, and a 1.00 WHIP, Wrobleski looked to maintain his strong form against a formidable lineup. Ultimately, the Dodgers dropped the series to the Braves following a strange outing from the pitcher.
Drake Baldwin reached a milestone in the 8th inning of Sunday's game, hitting his 10th home run of the season. Baldwin's performance helped the Atlanta Braves secure a 7-2 victory over the Los Angeles Dodgers, clinching the series win for Atlanta.
Brice Turang provided the decisive blow in the Milwaukee Brewers' victory over the New York Yankees, hitting a walk-off home run. The game marked the 2026 season debut for Yankees starter Carlos Rodón, who struggled against the Brewers' lineup.
Kyle Schwarber delivered a standout performance in Sunday's 6-0 win over Colorado, going 3-for-4 with a pair of solo home runs. With this multi-homer game, Schwarber has tied the league lead in home runs. His hot streak has made him a focal point for prop bettors, and his offensive production was a key factor in the Phillies' victory.
Payton Tolle took the mound for the Boston Red Sox on Mother's Day against the Tampa Bay Rays. In a poignant tribute, Tolle honored his late mother, Jina—who passed away two years and a day prior following a battle with colon cancer—by wearing his pant legs near his knees to display his pink socks. The team looked to the left-hander to provide positive energy for the matchup.
Marlins manager Clayton McCullough announced that Pete Fairbanks is expected to be activated from the 15-day injured list this Wednesday. Fairbanks has been sidelined with a hand injury and will be eligible to return to the active roster mid-week.
Ryan Weathers has been cleared to return to the mound after dealing with an illness. According to Meredith Marakovits of YES Network, Weathers is officially slated to start in Monday's series opener against the Baltimore Orioles. The Yankees look to him to anchor the rotation as he returns to active duty.
Jameson Taillon delivered a strong outing for the Chicago Cubs in Sunday's matchup against the Texas Rangers, but was ultimately outpitched by Rangers starter Jacob deGrom in a 3-0 loss.
In the Cubs' 3-0 loss to the Texas Rangers, reliever Daniel Palencia surrendered his first runs of the 2026 season.
Athletics shortstop Jacob Wilson was removed from Sunday's 2-1 loss to the Orioles after suffering a left shoulder injury while diving for a ground ball. Medical evaluation confirmed the injury as a left shoulder sprain. The team is currently monitoring his status, and further updates regarding his recovery timeline are expected as he undergoes additional analysis.
Carter Trice hit a home run to lead the Tennessee Smokies to a 7-2 victory over the Birmingham Barons. His late power surge provided a bright spot for the Chicago Cubs' minor league system on Sunday.
Henry Bolte has put together a phenomenal and historic run for the Athletics' system, recording 12 hits in 12 at-bats between Thursday and Saturday. His stretch included four doubles, one triple, and four home runs. The performance has sparked internal discussions regarding whether the prospect is ready for a promotion to the major league roster.
The Detroit Tigers officially transferred Justin Verlander to the 60-day injured list on Sunday. This roster move extends his absence from the active lineup as he continues to recover. The team has not provided a specific return timeline beyond the mandatory 60-day designation.
Willson Contreras was removed from Sunday's game against the Rays after being hit in the hand by a fastball during his first-inning plate appearance. While the team confirmed he suffered a bruised right hand, initial scans of the area have returned negative. The Red Sox are continuing to monitor his status, and he remains day-to-day as the soreness in his hand is evaluated.
Ranger Suarez is slated to make his next start this Thursday when the Red Sox host the Phillies in Boston. Suarez has been working his way back from a hamstring issue, and his return to the rotation is a key development for the Boston pitching staff as they prepare for the upcoming series.
The Detroit Tigers have placed Kerry Carpenter on the 10-day injured list due to an AC joint sprain in his left shoulder. Carpenter was held out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Royals before the official roster move was announced. The team will be without his services as he begins his recovery process.
Christopher Morel hit a go-ahead single in the eighth inning to lift the Miami Marlins to a 5-2 victory over the Washington Nationals on Sunday.
