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Pirates trade Justin Lawrence to Twins for cash considerations
Despite a 5.32 ERA and a staggering 43.1% walk rate this season, veteran reliever Justin Lawrence was just acquired by the Minnesota Twins for cash. This move, trading Lawrence from the Pittsburgh Pir

Dodgers Sign Santiago Espinal to New Contract in 2026
Just days after being outrighted to Triple-A, Santiago Espinal was re-signed by the Dodgers with a new clause allowing the team to release him within 45 days without paying his full salary, according

Mets move David Peterson to bullpen, promote Sean Manaea to rotation
David Peterson, burdened by a 5.

Controllable MLB bats boost value amid weak free agent class
Brandon Lowe, not eligible for free agency until 2027, is on pace to match his career-high 39 home runs from 2021, positioning him as a premier trade asset.

Charles McAdoo selected to Blue Jays' MLB roster
Just over a year after being drafted in the 13th round, infielder Charles McAdoo is being selected by the Blue Jays onto their MLB roster, bypassing a full season of Triple-A development, according to

Tigers Await Skubal's 2026 Return Amidst Playoff Push
Tarik Skubal's recent surgery utilized a NanoNeedle scope, a tool never before used on an MLB player, offering a high-tech gamble for the struggling Detroit Tigers.

Dodgers Bullpen Struggles: The Reality Behind the Streak
The Los Angeles Dodgers' bullpen has thrown 36 straight shutout innings, the longest streak in franchise history since at least 1901, according to AP News .

Padres Show Interest in Pitcher Antonio Senzatela
After posting a dismal 7.

MLBTR Podcast Asks for Listener Questions for Upcoming Episode
For the first time, MLB Trade Rumors podcast listeners can have their own voice featured on the upcoming Wednesday episode by submitting audio questions.

Dynasty League Drafting Trends: Player Valuation Shifts
Nick Kurtz's 46-game on-base streak just tied Rickey Henderson for third-longest in franchise history, according to MLB Trade Rumors .

Guardians Recall Logan Allen, Designate Peyton Pallette For Assignment
Despite posting an 8.

Rays' Defeat Highlights Carson Williams' Mixed Results
The Tampa Bay Rays, a team known for its player development prowess, suffered a brutal 16-6 defeat to the Baltimore Orioles on May 18, 2026.

Twins designate Luis Garcia, reinstate Taj Bradley from IL
RHP Luis García was designated for assignment by the Minnesota Twins after struggling to a 10.

Red Sox Pursue Offensive Player Trades Amidst Slumping Season
Despite boasting the No.

2026-27 NL Central club options analysis reveals team changes
Despite a $7.5 million mutual option for 2026-27, catcher Carson Kelly is expected to decline it, pursuing a new deal after outperforming his current contract, according to Mlbtraderumors . This decis

Guardians re-sign pitcher Kolby Allard to minor league deal
Kolby Allard just inked his fifth minor league contract with the Cleveland Guardians in two seasons, a striking testament to organizational persistence.

Montreal Canadiens Reach Eastern Conference Final, Face Hurricanes
Alex Newhook, with his series-winning overtime goal against the Buffalo Sabres, has now scored his second Game 7-winning goal of this postseason.

Cubs claim pitcher Christian Roa off waivers from Orioles
On Sunday, the Chicago Cubs claimed right-handed pitcher Christian Roa off waivers from the Baltimore Orioles, a player the Orioles had designated for assignment just two days prior, according to CBS

John Brebbia opts out of minor league deal with Twins
Despite a 5.40 ERA in the minors, pitcher John Brebbia struck out nearly 30% of hitters before opting out of his Minnesota Twins contract. This move, anticipated if he wasn't called up by Monday, acco

What is the Designated Hitter rule and how did it change MLB strategy?
On April 6, 1973, Ron Blomberg stepped up for the New York Yankees, not as a fielder, but as baseball's first designated hitter.

NBA Rookie Salary Scale: How It Works for Draft Picks
The first overall pick in the 2025 NBA draft is expected to sign a contract worth $62 million over four years, according to Si .

Small ball lineups gain NBA speed advantage despite rebounding concerns
In a critical playoff game against the Knicks, the Philadelphia 76ers' bench went a staggering 36 minutes without scoring a single point.

Why MLB Batters Are Strategically Delaying the Pitch Clock
During a recent game in Toronto, home-plate umpire Steven Jaschinski laid down the law, warning batter Jose Caballero for 'intentionally delaying' the game.

Minnesota's Post-Playoff Scrutiny Highlights 2026 Draft Needs
After a six-game Western Conference Semifinals loss, the Minnesota Timberwolves are now scrambling to reconfigure their frontcourt and find point guard stability, despite a strong season.