Major League Baseball

Jays' Cease exits early; Vladdy pulled after HBP

Blue Jays starter Dylan Cease left in the fifth inning because of left hamstring discomfort, while Vladimir Guerrero Jr. also exited after being hit in the elbow by a pitch.

Dodgers' Hernández likely to make '26 debut Mon.

Dodgers utilityman Kiké Hernández is expected to be activated in time to make his season debut Monday after recovering from surgery on his left elbow.

Brewers option P Gasser; tipped pitches possible

Brewers option lefty Robert Gasser back to Triple-A a day after blowing an early lead against Dodgers. Milwaukee manager Pat Murphy said it's possible Gasser was tipping his pitches.

Mets scratch DH Soto from lineup due to illness

Mets star slugger Juan Soto was a late lineup scratch against the Miami Marlins on Sunday because of an illness.

Rays place DeLuca on IL with strained hamstring

The Rays placed Jonny DeLuca on the 10-day IL because of a right hamstring strain.

Tigers put Hurter on IL with lumbar inflammation

The Tigers placed left-handed reliever Brant Hurter on the 15-day injured list with lumbar spine inflammation.

👀 Olney: Trade deadline X factors to watch

From unexpected dealers to Skubal's status, these six early X factors will define the trade season ahead.