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Tigers Trade Star Pitchers but Stay in Playoff Mix as Troy Melton Breaks Out

Detroit’s reliance on young arms and a league‑best run differential keeps the team competitive and may vindicate deadline moves.

Nick Kurtz Likely Done for 2026 After Thumb PRP Treatment

Trey Yesavage Undergoes Meniscus Surgery

Cody Bellinger to Miss Four to Six Weeks With Grade 2 Hamstring Strain

Valdez Joins Exclusive MLB List After Ninth-Inning Homer

Orioles Beat Reds 8-5 as Basallo’s Three-Run Homer Fuels Early Rally

Matt Chapman Exits With Abdominal Strain, Putting Giants’ Infield and Trade Plans at Risk

Braves Face Rotation Choice After López and Waldrep Impress

Konnor Griffin Returns From IL With Leadoff Home Run

Orioles Place Adley Rutschman on 7-Day Concussion List

Johan Rojas to Undergo Internal‑Brace Elbow Surgery and Miss 2026 Season

Dodgers Scratch Will Smith After Sudden Neck Stiffness

Mets Shift David Peterson to Bullpen as Sean Manaea Steps Into Rotation

Carson Benge’s Two Clutch Singles Snap Mets’ Five‑Game Skid

MLB Poll Puts Mets Rookie Nolan McLean Out Front in 2026 NL ROY Race

Cardinals Eye Extension for Rookie JJ Wetherholt

Carroll's First-Inning Homer, Gallen's Gem Seal D-backs' 1-0 Win to Sweep Tigers

Carlos Rodón Faces Hitters for First Time Since Elbow Surgery in Key Spring Milestone

Red Sox Shift Kristian Campbell to Outfield Focus for Spring Training

MLB 2026 Preview: ABS Challenges Debut, WBC Returns, Youthful Managers Step In