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Major League Baseball commemorates 2026 Lou Gehrig Day
Major League Baseball is marking the sixth annual Lou Gehrig Day on June 2, 2026, with all 30 clubs participating in tributes, local ceremonies and fundraising for ALS research.
Rangers recall Cody Freeman, select Robby Ahlstrom's contract
The Rangers made a pregame roster shuffle on June 1, selecting Robby Ahlstrom’s contract from Triple-A Round Rock and recalling Cody Freeman before facing the Cardinals in St. Louis.
Phillies adjust their home-plate procedure after runner scored without touching home
The Phillies are changing how they handle close plays at home plate after Andy Pages was ruled safe in a May 31 game at Dodger Stadium despite missing the plate. Interim manager Don Mattingly said the team will touch the plate and appeal first on similar plays going forward.
Freeman recalled, Ahlstrom's contract selected in Rangers roster shuffle
The Rangers selected Robby Ahlstrom's contract and recalled Cody Freeman on June 1, with Ahlstrom set for his MLB debut and Freeman returning after a rehab assignment.
Rangers select Robby Ahlstrom and recall Cody Freeman from Triple-A Round Rock
The Rangers selected left-hander Robby Ahlstrom from Triple-A Round Rock and recalled infielder Cody Freeman ahead of Monday’s game in St. Louis. Coverage says Ahlstrom is set to make his MLB debut, while Freeman is back after a lumbar stress reaction.
Cardinals update injuries, move Lars Nootbaar rehab to Springfield
The Cardinals updated their injury tracker with progress for Nathan Church, Lars Nootbaar and Ramón Urías, while also recalling Ryan Fernandez and optioning Brycen Mautz.
Rangers DFA McCutchen, sign Lopez to fill versatile needs
The Rangers designated Andrew McCutchen for assignment and signed Nicky Lopez to a one-year major league contract, a roster shuffle aimed at adding infield versatility.
Cubs add veteran lefty Aaron Bummer on minor league deal, report says
The Cubs reportedly agreed to a minor league deal with left-handed reliever Aaron Bummer, who was released by the Braves on May 19. MLB.com reported the move but said Chicago had not confirmed it.
Super Bowl Champ and Cleveland Heights Legend Travis Kelce Joins Guardians Ownership Group
The Cleveland Guardians announced that Travis Kelce has joined the team’s ownership group as a minority investor, with the move confirmed in official team coverage and AP-syndicated reporting.
Reds' Sunday game vs. Cards postponed, to be made up in split DH on Aug. 17
Sunday’s Reds-Cardinals game in Cincinnati was postponed because of rain and rescheduled as the first game of a split doubleheader on Aug. 17.
Cabrera (right middle finger blister) placed on IL; Wicks recalled
The Cubs placed Edward Cabrera on the 15-day injured list retroactive to May 21 with a right middle-finger blister and recalled left-hander Jordan Wicks from Triple-A Iowa.
Cole tosses 6 scoreless frames in 1st big league start since '24
Gerrit Cole returned to the Yankees rotation on May 22, 2026 and threw six scoreless innings against the Rays in his first major league start since Game 5 of the 2024 World Series.
Yankees option Jones, Cruz as Cole, Caballero return from injured list
The Yankees optioned Spencer Jones and Yovanny Cruz to Triple-A and activated Gerrit Cole and José Caballero ahead of Friday's game against the Rays.
10-year vet Urshela, with signature '19 for Yankees, announces retirement
Gio Urshela has announced his retirement after 10 major league seasons, ending a career that included his best-known run with the Yankees.
Jackson Holliday joins Orioles in St. Petersburg, then is activated from injured list
Jackson Holliday joined the Orioles in St. Petersburg ahead of their series against the Rays and was activated from the injured list on May 18, 2026.
Domínguez in concussion protocol after hard collision with outfield wall
Yankees outfielder Jasson Domínguez was carted off after a hard collision with the left-field wall and placed in MLB concussion protocol. Follow-up reporting says an MRI showed a low-grade left AC joint sprain and he is expected to miss a few weeks.
Boyd expected to miss about six weeks after knee surgery
Matthew Boyd had successful left knee surgery and is expected to miss about six weeks after a fluke meniscus injury, the Cubs said.
Reds sending Geno for MRI to see if rehab can ramp up
The Reds scheduled an MRI for Eugenio Suárez to see whether his left oblique strain has healed enough for him to resume a more active rehab ramp-up.
Vintage Skenes fires 8 scoreless innings as Pirates even series
Paul Skenes threw eight scoreless innings and the Pirates beat the Diamondbacks 1-0 behind Brandon Lowe's solo homer.
Paul Skenes' dominant outing in desert carries Pirates to win
Paul Skenes delivered eight scoreless innings with seven strikeouts and no walks as the Pirates beat the Diamondbacks 1-0 in Phoenix.
Nationals recall Zak Kent
The Nationals recalled right-hander Zak Kent from Triple-A Rochester and optioned Andre Granillo, adding a fresh arm to the bullpen after Kent’s recent debut against Minnesota.
Mariners Select RHP Nick Davila from Double-A Arkansas
The Mariners selected right-hander Nick Davila from Double-A Arkansas and optioned left-hander Josh Simpson to Triple-A Tacoma. Davila, 27, is expected to make his MLB debut when he first appears in a game.
Blue Jays’ George Springer exits Twins game after HBP leads to injury scare
George Springer left Toronto’s game against Minnesota after being hit on the left foot by a pitch, briefly raising concern because it was the same area where he recently fractured his toe. Later reporting said X-rays showed no new damage.
Rays activate Garrett Cleavinger, DFA Yoendrys Gomez before Giants game
The Rays activated left-hander Garrett Cleavinger from the injured list and designated Yoendrys Gomez for assignment before facing the Giants.