Cubs manager Craig Counsell calls MLB's Shohei Ohtani rule ‘bizarre’  —  CHICAGO — While dealing with a cluster of injuries on his pitching staff, Chicago Cubs manager Craig Counsell was asked for an explanation as to why clubs in these situations don't have additional roster flexibility.

Can the 2026 Mets Be Salvaged?  —  With big expectations entering the season, the New York Mets got off to a reasonably solid start; through their first 11 games, they had a 7-4 record and a half-game lead in the NL East.  Since then, though, things have gone... less well.

Mets' losing streak reaches 12 as Juan Soto expects to return tonight  —  The 12th consecutive loss of this Mets' spiral, a 5-3 decision to the Twins at Citi Field on Tuesday night, provided a familiar feeling for the 32,798 at Citi Field.  —  A day that started with hope — the news that Juan Soto …

Yankees Pitchers Gerrit Cole and Carlos Rodon Currently Scheduled to Make Rehab Starts With Renegades  —  Cole slated for his second rehab start on Thursday, Rodon tentatively slated to start on Friday  —  Wappingers Falls, N.Y. (April 21, 2026) - The New York Yankees have announced …

Moniak and Karros homer as the Rockies beat the Dodgers 9-6  —  Mickey Moniak hit a go-ahead two-run homer in the seventh, and the Colorado Rockies held on to beat Los Angeles 9-6 on Sunday and give the Dodgers' their first losing streak of the season.  Los Angeles won 11 of 13 before dropping the last two in Denver.

Royals release former top pick Lacy after slew of injuries  —  KANSAS CITY — The Royals released former first-round MLB Draft pick Asa Lacy on Monday, ending the 26-year-old's tenure in the organization after six injury-riddled years and just 80 career innings of affiliated baseball.

Freddie Freeman returns to Dodgers from paternity list after welcoming baby daughter, London  —  Freddie Freeman spent the past couple of days immersing himself as a new father of four, figuring out how to change diapers as a first-time girl dad after daughter London joined the world and three big brothers.

Lodolo (blister) to begin rehab assignment; Trevino (spine strain) nearing return  —  ST. PETERSBURG - The Reds are close to getting one injured player back in catcher Jose Trevino while another, starting pitcher Nick Lodolo, had another successful test on Tuesday.

A ‘chronic’ shoulder injury sidelines Jonathan India.  Here's how Royals will adjust  —  AI-generated summary reviewed by our newsroom.  — Jonathan India was placed on the Royals' 10-day injured list.  — The Royals recalled utilityman Nick Loftin from Triple-A Omaha to provide depth.

D-backs Reliever A.J. Puk Gives Encouraging Update on Injury Timeline  —  Some encouraging news for the Diamondbacks.  —  Arizona Diamondbacks left-hand reliever A.J. Puk is inching closer to a return from Tommy John surgery.  —  Puk was present at Chase Field on Tuesday to throw a bullpen session.

Wheeler to return Saturday to bolster Phillies' struggling rotation  —  CHICAGO - A Phillies club in dire need of a jolt is due to receive one this weekend in Atlanta.  —  Ace starter Zack Wheeler, fresh off his fifth rehab outing as he makes his way back from the thoracic outlet decompression surgery …

Royals' Salvador Perez calls disagreement with Matt Quatraro a misunderstanding  —  AI-generated summary reviewed by our newsroom.  — Salvador Perez disputed Quatraro on X, Instagram, then walked back those comments Sunday.  — Quatraro said Perez's benching was to reduce preparation load, not suggest struggle.

Early MLB 2026 trade deadline preview for all 30 teams  —  It has been a chaotic start to the MLB season.  The Toronto Blue Jays, Seattle Mariners, Philadelphia Phillies and Boston Red Sox, all playoff teams in 2025, have struggled and are each below .500.  The Blue Jays and Phillies entered Sunday …