Acuña exits with hamstring tightness as Olson powers Braves
Acuña exits with hamstring tightness; Olson hits two homers for Braves.
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MLB 2027 Season
Major League Baseball's 2027 season schedule and developments
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2026-08-15 to 2026-11-12 · UTC publication dates
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Byron Buxton hits 12th home run of season for Minnesota Twins
Minnesota Twins outfielder Byron Buxton hit his 12th home run of the season, a two-run blast in the seventh inning against the Cleveland Guardians. The home run scored Royce Lewis and pulled the Twins within 4-3 of Cleveland.
Travis Bazzana hits first MLB home run in Cleveland Guardians victory
Australian rookie Travis Bazzana hit his first major league home run, a two-run shot in the first inning, as the Cleveland Guardians defeated the Minnesota Twins 6-4. Bazzana, the first overall draft pick in 2024, hit a 427-foot drive to center field off Connor Prielipp. The 23-year-old also stole two bases and scored twice in his ninth game since being recalled from Triple-A Columbus on April 28.
Cleveland Guardians defeat Minnesota Twins 6-4
The Cleveland Guardians won their third consecutive game, defeating the Minnesota Twins 6-4 on Friday night. Guardians starter Parker Messick worked 5 2/3 innings, allowing one run on seven hits with seven strikeouts. Closer Cade Smith earned his 11th save in 13 opportunities.
Benches clear between Detroit Tigers and Boston Red Sox after hit-by-pitch
Players and coaches from both the Tigers and Red Sox benches and bullpens poured onto the field at Comerica Park after Trevor Story was hit by Framber Valdez's pitch. The benches cleared but no brawl occurred, with cooler heads prevailing as players converged along the first base line.
Boston Red Sox score 10 runs off Framber Valdez in four innings
Boston Red Sox scored 10 runs (7 earned, 3 unearned) off Detroit Tigers pitcher Framber Valdez over three innings before he was ejected in the top of the fourth. The Red Sox hit three home runs off Valdez: solo homers by Ceddanne Rafaela, Willson Contreras, and Wilyer Abreu, with Boston leading 10-2 at the time of Valdez's ejection.
Detroit Tigers pitcher Framber Valdez ejected for hitting Boston Red Sox shortstop Trevor Story
Detroit Tigers left-hander Framber Valdez was ejected by third-base umpire Dan Iassogna in the top of the fourth inning on May 5 after hitting Boston Red Sox shortstop Trevor Story with a 94-94.4 mph fastball on his upper back. The ejection occurred immediately after Valdez allowed back-to-back home runs to Willson Contreras and Wilyer Abreu, and with the Red Sox leading 10-2. Story was struck on the first pitch to him after the back-to-back homers.
Detroit Tigers pitcher Tarik Skubal requires elbow surgery
Detroit Tigers pitcher Tarik Skubal, a two-time reigning American League Cy Young Award winner, was revealed on Monday to require surgery on his throwing elbow to remove loose bodies. This development elevated Framber Valdez's role as the Tigers' de facto ace.
Framber Valdez's ERA increases to 4.57 after poor outing against Red Sox
Framber Valdez's season ERA rose to 4.57 after allowing seven earned runs and three additional unearned runs over just three innings against the Boston Red Sox on May 5, down from his previous 3.35 ERA entering the game.
Tigers tied for AL Central lead with 18-17 record
As of May 4, 2026, the Detroit Tigers held an 18-17 record and were tied for first place in the American League Central Division with the Cleveland Guardians, also 18-17. The Boston Red Sox, their opponent on May 4, held a 13-21 record.
Skubal posts 3-2 record with 2.70 ERA through seven starts in 2026
Through his first seven starts of the 2026 season prior to his injury, Tarik Skubal compiled a 3-2 record with a 2.70 ERA and 0.95 WHIP. He recorded 45 strikeouts with six walks across 43⅓ innings pitched.
Skubal expected to miss two to three months following elbow surgery
Tarik Skubal is expected to be sidelined for approximately two to three months following his arthroscopic elbow surgery. Manager A.J. Hinch provided no specific timeline for his return, though the typical recovery period for this type of procedure is two to three months. Skubal is not expected to miss the remainder of the season.
Skubal scratched from scheduled start against Boston Red Sox
Tarik Skubal was scratched from his scheduled start against the Boston Red Sox on Monday, May 4, 2026, at Comerica Park in Detroit. Tyler Holton served as the opener for the Red Sox game, with the Tigers recalling right-hander Ty Madden to the roster.
Tigers ace Tarik Skubal undergoes arthroscopic surgery on left elbow
Detroit Tigers pitcher Tarik Skubal, a two-time defending AL Cy Young Award winner, underwent arthroscopic surgery to remove loose bodies in his left elbow. Manager A.J. Hinch described the procedure as an "easy process and procedure." Skubal's arm locked up during a bullpen session on Sunday, May 4, 2026, prompting the surgery.
Tigers rotation depleted by multiple injuries
The Detroit Tigers are facing significant losses in their starting rotation with multiple pitchers on the injured list, including Tarik Skubal, Justin Verlander, Casey Mize, and Reese Olson. This leaves Framber Valdez and Jack Flaherty as the only healthy starters available for the rotation.
Skubal showed arm discomfort in previous start against Braves
During a 4-3 victory against the Atlanta Braves on Wednesday, May 1, Skubal experienced discomfort in his left arm during the seventh inning. After rubbing his arm following a 2-2 pitch, he received a visit from manager A.J. Hinch and a trainer. After throwing a warmup pitch, Skubal remained in the game and struck out the side to complete seven innings.
Don Mattingly appointed interim manager of Philadelphia Phillies
Don Mattingly was named interim manager of the Philadelphia Phillies after the team fired manager Rob Thomson on Tuesday. The firing came after the Phillies started the season with a 9-19 record. Under Mattingly, the team has won four consecutive games.
Philadelphia Phillies defeated Miami Marlins 6-5
The Philadelphia Phillies won a road game against the Miami Marlins with a final score of 6-5. The Phillies improved to 4-0 under interim manager Don Mattingly, who took over the team after manager Rob Thomson was fired on Tuesday following a 9-19 start to the season.
Bryson Stott hit three-run homer in Phillies victory
Phillies catcher Bryson Stott hit a three-run homer in the sixth inning off Marlins pitcher Cade Gibson, extending Philadelphia's lead to 6-1. Stott was among the veterans on the team who had struggled earlier in the season but delivered key hits in the victory.
Otto Lopez recorded three hits and two RBIs for Marlins
Miami Marlins player Otto Lopez went 3-for-5 with two runs and two RBIs. Lopez led the Marlins' offensive attack and was part of Miami's late comeback attempt that included three runs in the eighth inning and another run in the ninth.
Zack Wheeler earned first win of season in second start back from injury
Phillies pitcher Zack Wheeler pitched six innings, allowing one run on three hits with eight strikeouts and two walks. Wheeler earned his first win of the season in his second start since missing more than eight months due to a blood clot in his shoulder.
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Montgomery makes historic MLB debut with walk-off two-run homer
Montgomery becomes fifth player to hit walk-off homer in MLB debut.
Rangers blank Cubs 6-0, snapping Chicago's 10-game streak
Rangers shut out Cubs 6-0, ending their 10-game winning streak.
Sabathia and Parker honored in Brewers wall of fame induction
Brewers honor Sabathia and Parker with wall of honor induction.
Brewers' Lockridge sidelined with outfield collision laceration
Brewers' Brandon Lockridge injured in outfield collision, placed on injured list.
Misiorowski sets historic velocity marks in Brewers shutout victory
Misiorowski sets historic velocity records in Brewers' 6-0 shutout of Yankees.
Dodgers Host Braves in NL Division Showdown
Dodgers host Braves in NL division competition at Los Angeles.
Dodgers reshuffled rotation with Glasnow sidelined, Snell debuting
Dodgers activate Snell, place Glasnow on injured list, recall Gervase to reshape rotation.
Minor-league pitcher Wilkinson excels at Double-A level
Pitcher prospect Matt Wilkinson excels at Double-A level in minor league development.
Guardians acquire Gold Glove catcher Bailey from Giants
Guardians trade for Gold Glove catcher Patrick Bailey from Giants.
Red Sox pitching dominance stifles Rays, snaps Tampa Bay streak
Red Sox pitching dominance and two solo homers defeat Rays 2-0, ending Tampa Bay's seven-game streak.
Guardians Edge Twins Behind Bazzana's Historic First Homer
Guardians beat Twins 6-4; Bazzana hits maiden MLB homer in division matchup.