Blue Jays call up OF Martin for debut after 12 years in minors; Sanchez DFA’d
At long last, Rudy Martin is headed to the big leagues, with his promotion coming at the cost of Jesus Sanchez.
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10 MLB players who leveled up in 2026 -- and their team impact
From Cam Schlittler to Miz and PCA, these players took their game to new heights in 2026 -- and their clubs found success because of it.
Jays continue playoff push with opener of three-game series against visiting Orioles
The reigning American League champion Toronto Blue Jays will continue their push for the post-season tonight against the visiting Baltimore Orioles.
Volpe hits grand slam in return to majors as Yankees sweep Rockies to pull closer in AL East
Anthony Volpe hit a grand slam and drove in a career-high five runs during his rousing return to the majors as the New York Yankees beat the Colorado Rockies 10-3 on Thursday night to tighten the AL East race.
Jones, Cruz power Pirates to win over White Sox
Jared Jones pitched seven innings of one-hit ball, Oneil Cruz added a solo home run and the Pittsburgh Pirates beat the Chicago White Sox 2-0 on Thursday night to complete a three-game series sweep.
DeGrom retires first 15 batters, Mariners beat Rangers to push Texas one game back of Blue Jays
Jacob deGrom retired his first 15 batters and struck out 12 for his highest total since 2022 but Julio Rodríguez hit a go-ahead, three-run homer off Jakob Junis in a four-run seventh that lifted the Seattle Mariners over the Texas Rangers 4-3 Thursday.
Braves OF Thomas headed to IL after injury during pregame hitting
Braves outfielder Lane Thomas is headed to the 15-day injured list after hurting himself in the batting cage before the game Thursday against the Tampa Bay Rays.
Rays denied potential playoff clinch as Braves win behind Pérez, Riley
The Tampa Bay Rays were prevented from possibly becoming the first team to clinch a playoff berth when Martín Pérez threw seven scoreless innings and Austin Riley’s run-scoring single in the eighth inning gave Atlanta its first lead of the series in the Braves’ 3-1 win Thursday.
Volpe rejoins Yankees after Chisholm Jr. hits IL with sprained thumb
Anthony Volpe rejoined the New York Yankees on Thursday when second baseman Jazz Chisholm Jr. was placed on the 10-day injured list because of a sprained right thumb. Volpe, who lost his shortstop job in New York to rookie George Lombard Jr., was recalled from Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre before Thursday night’s series finale against Colorado. Chisholm was placed on the 10-day IL retroactive to Wednesday.
Living and dying with these Blue Jays not for the weak of heart
Steve Phillips is still waiting for a Toronto Blue Jays breakout that might not be coming as the clock ticks down on the 2026 season.
Blue Jays’ Santander goes hitless in first rehab game at Triple-A
Toronto Blue Jays slugger Anthony Santander returned to the field Wednesday night for the first time since undergoing left labrum surgery in February, going 0-for-4 with a strikeout to begin his rehab stint at Triple-A Buffalo.
Ohtani heads to IL; Dodgers calling up top prospect De Paula to play DH
The Dodgers are putting Shohei Ohtani on the 15-day injured list and will call up top prospect Josue De Paula from Double-A to temporarily take his place at designated hitter, manager Dave Roberts said.
Blue Jays rise another three spots in MLB Power Rankings
With a few weeks left in the regular season, the 2026 postseason picture is taking shape -- with one team jumping up our list amid a playoff push.
Rays enjoy confidence-building, back-to-back wins over Braves as bats gain momentum for playoffs
Griffin Jax says the Tampa Bay Rays’ confidence is soaring after two convincing wins at the Atlanta Braves in a matchup of first-place teams.
Early MLB free agency intel on Skubal, Chisholm, Arraez, more
MLB front offices are already thinking ahead to the offseason. Here are the storylines and names to know.
Yamamoto strikes out 10 as Dodgers rout Reds for seventh straight win
Yoshinobu Yamamoto struck out 10 while scattering three hits over seven innings, Mookie Betts, Max Muncy and Kiké Hernández each hit two-run homers, and the Los Angeles Dodgers routed the Cincinnati Reds 14-1 on Wednesday night for their season-high seventh consecutive win.
Witt homers to help Royals beat Diamondbacks
Bobby Witt Jr. hit a three-run home run in the fifth inning and the Kansas City Royals beat the Arizona Diamondbacks 5-2 on Wednesday night in a game that was delayed 50 minutes by rain at the outset.
Valdez homers, Pirates use eight pitchers in win over White Sox
Rookie Esmerlyn Valdez hit a solo shot, rookie Konnor Griffin singled in two runs in Pittsburgh’s three-run seventh inning and the Pirates held on to beat the Chicago White Sox 4-2 on Wednesday night for their third straight victory.
Lindor and Morel power Mets to win over Marlins
Francisco Lindor hit a three-run homer, Christopher Morel added a two-run shot and finished a triple shy of the cycle as the New York Mets outslugged the Miami Marlins 15-14 Wednesday night to complete a series sweep.
Henderson, Yelich lead Brewers past Cubs for series sweep
Christian Yelich hit a three-run homer, Logan Henderson threw five innings of two-hit ball and the Milwaukee Brewers completed a sweep of rival Chicago, holding on for an 8-6 victory Wednesday night to extend their NL Central lead to 10 games over the Cubs.
Mesa Jr. hits homer in support of Jax as Rays top Braves in matchup of first-place teams
Victor Mesa Jr. had two hits, including a home run, Griffin Jax gave up only two hits and one run in five innings and the Tampa Bay Rays beat the Atlanta Braves 7-2 on Wednesday night to clinch the series win in the matchup of division leaders.
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