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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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Misiorowski records fastest strikeout pitches by any starter in MLB history
Jacob Misiorowski threw two pitches clocked at 103.3 mph and 102.8 mph for strikeouts in his first inning, becoming the pitcher with the fastest strikeout pitches ever recorded by a starter. He also struck out Spencer Jones with a 103.6 mph fastball in the second inning.
Jacob Misiorowski allows two hits with 11 strikeouts in six-inning start
Brewers pitcher Jacob Misiorowski allowed two hits, no runs, and two walks while recording 11 strikeouts across six innings pitched. He threw 95 pitches total with 22 pitches at 102 mph or faster. Misiorowski improved to 3-2 on the season and recorded his fifth double-digit strikeout performance.
Brandon Lockridge injures himself in outfield collision, sidelined with laceration
Brewers outfielder Brandon Lockridge was carted off the field after crashing into an unpadded left-field wall while attempting to make a catch. He was diagnosed with a deep laceration and is expected to be sidelined for an extended period. Lockridge had contributed two RBI singles in the game and was batting .294 with 12 RBIs.
CC Sabathia and Dave Parker inducted into Brewers wall of honor
Baseball Hall of Famers CC Sabathia and the late Dave Parker were inducted into the Milwaukee Brewers' wall of honor before the game against the New York Yankees on Friday.
Jacob Misiorowski throws five fastest pitches ever recorded by an MLB starter in first inning
Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Jacob Misiorowski recorded five pitches over 103.2 miles per hour in the first inning against the New York Yankees on Friday night. This broke the previous record of three pitches over 103 mph by all other starters combined since pitch tracking began in 2008. The previous fastest pitch by a starter was 103.2 mph by Jordan Hicks in 2022.
Milwaukee Brewers defeat New York Yankees 6-0 in shutout victory
The Milwaukee Brewers shut out the New York Yankees 6-0 at American Family Field in Milwaukee. This marked the Brewers' first shutout of New York since September 2, 1992, and ended a five-game losing streak against the Yankees. The Brewers scored four runs in the second inning and added two more later in the game.
Los Angeles Dodgers host Atlanta Braves in National League division matchup
The Los Angeles Dodgers (23-14) hosted the Atlanta Braves (26-12) in a series beginning Friday night at Dodger Stadium. The two teams are National League division leaders facing off in a key matchup.
Los Angeles Dodgers recall right-hander Paul Gervase from Triple-A
The Los Angeles Dodgers recalled right-hander Paul Gervase from Triple-A Oklahoma City to fill the rotation spot vacated by Tyler Glasnow's placement on the injured list. The 25-year-old Gervase was 2-0 with a 3.65 ERA in nine games for Oklahoma City this season and made one appearance for the Dodgers last season.
Tyler Glasnow placed on 15-day injured list with lower back spasms
The Los Angeles Dodgers placed pitcher Tyler Glasnow on the 15-day injured list with lower back spasms on Friday. Glasnow exited Wednesday's start against the Houston Astros after one inning when he tweaked his lower back while warming up for the second inning. The 32-year-old All-Star had a 2.72 ERA in seven outings this season before the injury.
Blake Snell to make 2026 season debut for Dodgers on Saturday
Blake Snell, a two-time Cy Young Award winner, will make his season debut for the Los Angeles Dodgers on Saturday against the Atlanta Braves. Snell had been recovering from left shoulder fatigue since late March but was initially scheduled for a minor league rehabilitation start. His recall was accelerated due to Glasnow's injury. Snell missed most of the 2025 regular season with a shoulder injury but helped the Dodgers win the World Series in the postseason.
San Francisco Giants receive increased draft pool resources from trade
Following the trade with Cleveland, the San Francisco Giants now possess the fourth-largest bonus pool in the July draft at $17.35 million. The Giants are selecting fourth overall and may use the increased signing bonus resources to encourage high-profile prospects to accept offers from the team rather than higher-positioned draft selections.
Matt Wilkinson pitcher prospect excels at Double-A level
Left-handed pitcher prospect Matt Wilkinson, 23, has posted strong performance metrics in the 2026 season at Double-A Akron. In 28.1 innings across six appearances (all starts), he has recorded 36 strikeouts, 9 walks, and a 1.59 ERA. Since being selected by Cleveland in the 10th round of the 2023 MLB Draft, Wilkinson has struck out 330 batters, walked 91, and allowed 186 hits in 252 career innings with a 2.82 ERA.
Cleveland Guardians option Bo Naylor to Triple-A Columbus
The Cleveland Guardians optioned catcher Bo Naylor to Triple-A Columbus following the acquisition of Patrick Bailey. Naylor had been splitting catching duties with Austin Hedges but was removed from the roster to make room for Bailey.
Cleveland Guardians acquire catcher Patrick Bailey from San Francisco Giants
The Cleveland Guardians acquired two-time Gold Glove-winning catcher Patrick Bailey from the San Francisco Giants. In the trade, Cleveland sends the No. 29 pick in the 2026 MLB draft and left-handed pitching prospect Matt Wilkinson to San Francisco. The deal also includes $3.27 million in slot value going to the Giants.
Patrick Bailey struggles offensively in 2026 season
Catcher Patrick Bailey is batting .146 with one home run and five RBIs in 30 games and 89 plate appearances for the San Francisco Giants in the 2026 season. Over his four-year career, Bailey maintains a .224 batting average with a .282 on-base percentage and .329 slugging percentage, having never produced a league-average season by OPS+ measurement.
Patrick Bailey wins back-to-back Gold Glove awards at catcher position
Patrick Bailey, 26, won the National League Gold Glove at the catcher position in each of the last two seasons. He is considered one of the best defensive catchers in Major League Baseball, posting plus-20 and plus-19 marks in defensive runs saved over the last two seasons.
Cleveland Guardians lead AL Central division
The Cleveland Guardians held first place in the AL Central division with a record of 21-19 as of their game on May 9, 2026. The team had posted a 6-4 record in their last 10 games, including a 6-4 victory over the Minnesota Twins on May 8.
Red Sox snap Rays' seven-game winning streak
The Boston Red Sox's victory over the Tampa Bay Rays ended Tampa Bay's seven-game winning streak. The Rays were shut out for the first time in the 2026 season.
Wilyer Abreu hits solo home run in third inning for Red Sox
Wilyer Abreu hit a solo home run off Rays pitcher Jesse Scholtens in the third inning, driving an 86 mph slider into the right field seats above the Rays' bullpen. This was Abreu's sixth home run of the season.
Connelly Early pitches seven innings with eight strikeouts for Red Sox
Red Sox pitcher Connelly Early pitched seven innings, allowing four hits and one walk while striking out eight batters and throwing a career-high 96 pitches. He improved his record to 3-2. Tampa Bay did not have a base runner after the sixth inning.
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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.