The New York Mets plan to activate star outfielder Juan Soto from the 10-day injured list before ...

The New York Mets plan to activate star outfielder <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/8271" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/8271">Juan Soto</a> from the 10-day injured list before Wednesday's game against the Minnesota Twins, manager Carlos Mendoza confirmed Tuesday, according to <a href="https://x.com/SNYtv/status/2046681481582366886?s=20">SNY</a>.However, Mendoza added that Soto will need days off and starts as the designated hitter as he continues to recover from a calf strain, per <a href="https://x.com/DeeshaThosar/status/2046681604232208526?s=20">Deesha Thosar of Fox Sports</a>.New York placed the 27-year-old on the IL on April 6. He was initially expected to miss two-to-three weeks.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>The Mets are in the midst of an 11-game losing streak, their longest since 2004. The club went 3-11 with Soto sidelined.The four-time All Star was off to a hot start, batting .355 with one home run, five RBIs, and a .928 OPS through eight games.Expectations were high for the Mets after an offseason overhaul that brought in <a href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/9615">Bo Bichette</a>, <a href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/3420">Marcus Semien</a>, <a href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/3558">Jorge Polanco</a>, <a href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/9624">Luis Robert Jr.</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/11736" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/11736">Devin Williams</a>, and <a href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/9771">Freddy Peralta</a>.

WEST PALM BEACH, FL - MARCH 19: New York Mets outfielder Juan Soto (22) bats during a MLB spring training game against the Houston Astros at CACTI Park of the Palm Beaches on March 19, 2026 in West Palm Beach, Florida.

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Philadelphia Phillies ace Zack Wheeler will make his season debut Saturday against the Atlanta Br...

Philadelphia Phillies ace <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/2917" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/2917">Zack Wheeler</a> will make his season debut Saturday against the Atlanta Braves, according to <a href="https://x.com/charlottevarnes/status/2046701624958095729?s=20">Charlotte Varnes of The Athletic</a>.Wheeler hasn't pitched in the majors since August. The three-time All-Star was originally sidelined following the removal a blood clot in his right arm, but follow-up exams revealed that he needed another surgery and would miss extended time. He then underwent shoulder surgery for venous thoracic outlet syndrome, which carried a recovery timetable of six-to-eight months.Wheeler posted a 5.85 ERA with 1.20 WHIP and 10.4 K/9 over 20 innings during his rehab starts in Double-A and Triple-A this season.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>The 35-year-old authored a 2.71 ERA with 0.94 WHIP and 195 strikeouts over 149 2/3 innings (24 starts) last year. He's finished as the NL Cy Young runner-up in 2024 and 2021.

WASHINGTON, DC - AUGUST 15: Zack Wheeler #45 of the Philadelphia Phillies pitches during the game between the Philadelphia Phillies and the Washington Nationals at Nationals Park on Friday, August 15, 2025 in Washington, District of Columbia.

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Los Angeles Dodgers closer Edwin Díaz will undergo surgery Wednesday to remove loose bodies from ...

Los Angeles Dodgers closer <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/5384" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/5384">Edwin Díaz</a> will undergo surgery Wednesday to remove loose bodies from his right elbow, the club announced Monday.Díaz is expected to return after the All-Star break, which ends July 14.General manager Brandon Gomes believes his team has multiple ninth-inning options to replace the three-time All-Star even though closing isn't for everybody.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>"It's a different three outs, but we have multiple guys that have done it at a high level in the past. ... For our team, it's most guys," Gomes said, according to <a href="https://x.com/THEREAL_DV/status/2046384849439842619">David Vassegh of AM 570 LA Sports</a>.A combination of <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/5525" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/5525">Tanner Scott</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/11916" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/11916">Alex Vesia</a>, and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/3013" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/3013">Blake Treinen</a> could fill the role in Díaz's absence.The Dodgers placed Díaz on the 15-day injured list after his fastball velocity dipped into the low-90s during Sunday's loss to the Colorado Rockies. He failed to record an out in his first appearance in nine days.The 32-year-old surrendered six earned runs on seven hits with three walks (one intentional) and two strikeouts over his last two outings.Díaz owns a 10.50 ERA, 2.33 WHIP, 10 strikeouts, and four saves over six innings this season. The right-hander joined the Dodgers on a three-year, $69-million deal in the offseason after leaving the New York Mets in free agency.Los Angeles recalled left-hander Jake Eder to take Díaz's spot on the active roster.

LOS ANGELES, CA - APRIL 10, 2026: Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Edwin Díaz (3) reacts in the dugout after blowing a save giving up three runs to the Texas Rangers in the ninth inning on April 10, 2026 in Los Angeles, CA.(Gina Ferazzi / Los Angeles Times via Getty Images)

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KANSAS CITY, Kan. (AP) — NASCAR driver Tyler Reddick is riding the kind of Cup Series hot streak ...

KANSAS CITY, Kan. (AP) — NASCAR driver Tyler Reddick is riding the kind of Cup Series hot streak that Michael Jordan once enjoyed in his playing days.Oh, you can bet the NBA Hall of Famer is enjoying this one, too.Reddick roared by Kyle Larson on the final lap of overtime to win at Kansas Speedway on Sunday, becoming the fourth driver to win five of the first nine races in NASCAR's top series in a season. Chase Briscoe wound up third while Denny Hamlin, who co-owns 23XI Racing along with Jordan, had to watch from fourth as his driver reached victory lane yet again.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>“This kid is on fire. I don’t know what to say. I don’t think I can cool him down,” Jordan said. “When you win it’s always fun, and right now it’s fun for everybody at 23XI. Me being here and being able to see all the wins, I am so happy for the team.”All four of the 23XI cars finished in the top 15 on a banner day for the team.“Got to deliver for the boss man,” Reddick said of Jordan. “If he's going to come hang out with us, we have to get him dubs.”Sunday's race had been caution-free except for stage breaks until Cody Ware spun as the white flag was about to fly.Hamlin was leading at that point, and it looked as if he was about to win his record-extending fifth race at Kansas. Instead, all of the leaders had to pit, and even though Hamlin beat Reddick off pit road, the field was bunched up for the overtime restart.Larson, trying to end a 32-race winless streak, lined up behind Hamlin on the inside, and he launched to the lead when the green flag flew. Chaos ensued behind them as Christopher Bell bounced off Reddick and Hamlin and the No. 5 car began to pull away.Reddick came charging down the backstretch on the final lap, though, and he pulled alongside Larson as they went through the final corners. The No. 45 edged ahead as the checkered flag flew, and Jordan began to pump his fist in the pits in celebration.The last driver to win five of the first nine Cup Series races was Dale Earnhardt in 1987.“Just really blessed with the late caution,” Reddick said. “Was that nuts or what? I couldn't believe it.”Hamlin was happy Reddick won again. But it came at his expense, and he was decidedly unhappy about that. Asked of his frustration level, Hamlin replied: “Obviously it's not winning. It's Cody Ware, six laps down, wrecking. I don't know. Add it up.”Larson, the defending race winner, said his car's balance was off after taking two tires on the final stop, leaving him on the podium for the third time without a win this season. Briscoe and Hamlin were followed across by another 23XI driver, Bubba Wallace.“It was good execution for the restart there,” Larson said. “I got to the lead and I thought I could cruise right there to the checkered.”Except that Reddick is the only one who seems to be doing that these days. Even when he doesn't win, he's had his Toyota running up front. He was fourth last week at Bristol and has been in the top 15 in every start this season.He's a big reason Toyota is the first manufacturer since Chevrolet in 2007 to win seven of the first nine races in a season.“I just think the whole team all year has been really poised,” 23XI President Steve Lauletta said. “It's not the first time we've had any kind of adversity come at us, and they've continued to stay calm, keep each other grounded and know we have a fast car. And if you have a fast car, all you have to do is make sure you execute, and that's what they've managed to do.”Stage winnersHamlin won the first stage, giving him three consecutive stage wins at Kansas going back to last fall and eight for his career. Larson snapped the streak in Stage 2 with his third stage win of the season.Wrong way AJRyan Blaney was accelerating out of his pit box during the first stage when he got into the rear of AJ Allmendinger, who was trying to pit, sending him into a half-spin. It took Allmendinger a while to get straightened out, putting him several laps down.“Our race is done,” Allmendinger told his team over the radio.Up nextThe Cup Series heads next week to Talladega, where Austin Cindric edged Ryan Preece by 0.022 seconds for his third career win last season. In the post-race inspection, both Preece and Joey Logano were found to have infractions and were disqualified.

KANSAS CITY, KANSAS - APRIL 19: Tyler Reddick, driver of the #45 Supply House Toyota, and crew celebrate with a energy drink in victory lane after winning the NASCAR Cup Series AdventHealth 400 at Kansas Speedway on April 19, 2026 in Kansas City, Kansas.

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<a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/2909" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/2909">Francisco Lindor</a> still believes in the New York Mets, even though Sunday's extra-innings loss marked their 11th straight defeat."We have a tremendous team. (President of baseball operations) David Stearns put a good team together, but this shows that nobody really cares," the shortstop said postgame, according to <a href="https://x.com/SNYtv/status/2045981259453628750?s=20">SNY</a>. "We've got to go out there and get it done, and this past week-and-a-half, we haven't gotten it done."The Mets lost 2-1 to the Chicago Cubs in 10 innings and are now riding the franchise's longest losing streak since 2004. The club returns home Tuesday to start a series with the Minnesota Twins following an 0-6 road trip against the Cubs and Los Angeles Dodgers.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>"It's going to get very loud," Lindor <a href="https://x.com/SNYtv/status/2045980944444572134">answered</a> when asked how the team can avoid spiraling mentally. "And ultimately, everyone here knows it, and we've just got to stick together and stay within ourselves and fight."The Mets had a chance to win the series finale, but closer <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/11736" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/11736">Devin Williams</a> couldn't hold a one-run lead in the ninth inning, surrendering a game-tying RBI double to <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/4772" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/4772">Michael Conforto</a>. <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/10637" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/10637">Nico Hoerner</a> hit a walk-off sac fly in extras to saddle <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/1378" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/1378">Craig Kimbrel</a> with the loss."I'm really disappointed," Williams <a href="https://x.com/SNYtv/status/2045983886593716651?s=20">said</a> postgame. "They gave me a lead. It's my job to hold it. I made a mistake, cost us the game today."New York (7-15) sits last in the NL East despite an offseason roster overhaul that brought in Williams, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/9615" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/9615">Bo Bichette</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/3420" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/3420">Marcus Semien</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/3558" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/3558">Jorge Polanco</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/9624" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/9624">Luis Robert Jr.</a>, and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/9771" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/9771">Freddy Peralta</a> to replace <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/8674" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/8674">Pete Alonso</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/3045" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/3045">Brandon Nimmo</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/5384" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/5384">Edwin Díaz</a>, and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/4912" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/4912">Jeff McNeil</a>.

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - APRIL 17: Francisco Lindor #12 of the New York Mets bats in a game against the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field on April 17, 2026 in Chicago, Illinois.

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Kansas City Royals catcher and team captain Salvador Perez disagreed with manager Matt Quatraro's...

Kansas City Royals catcher and team captain <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/2082" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/2082">Salvador Perez</a> disagreed with manager Matt Quatraro's decision to leave him out of the lineup for the first time this season against the New York Yankees.Quatraro said he omitted the "struggling" Perez from Saturday's lineup because the player needed "a little mental breather," according to <a href="https://www.mlb.com/news/salvador-perez-out-of-starting-lineup-saturday-vs-yankees">MLB.com's Anne Rogers</a>.Later in the day, Perez posted on social media to dispute Quatraro's reasoning.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
I don’t need a mental breather— Salvador Perez (@SalvadorPerez15) <a href="https://twitter.com/SalvadorPerez15/status/2045658124921503981?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 19, 2026</a>
</blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure>Quatraro discussed Perez's comment Sunday, acknowledging some miscommunication could've caused an issue."We're in a good spot," Quatraro said, according to <a href="https://x.com/jaylonthompson/status/2045891822778564617?s=20">Jaylon T. Thompson of the Kansas City Star</a>. "I think what stands out to me is the mental breather was, from my perspective, telling him the night before he wasn't playing so he can take some off his plate of preparing for our starting pitcher in the game plan."The skipper <a href="https://x.com/jaylonthompson/status/2045892344805786027">added</a>: "There's a tremendous amount that goes into that for a guy like him. And so, I think that's where that became a little bit misconstrued."Perez, who's back in the lineup Sunday for the series finale, also downplayed the disagreement with his manager."No frustration, zero frustration for us," Perez said, according to <a href="https://apnews.com/article/royals-perez-quatraro-cecd3684e1cc6a6db940648352bf7377">Larry Fleisher of The Associated Press</a>. "The people, they don't want to know what's going on here. They can think and they can say whatever they want to say, you know, zero frustration. I don't have time for that."Perez is hitting .160/.210/.307 with three home runs and six RBIs in 20 games this season. The 35-year-old has left 45 runners on base, the fourth-worst mark in MLB entering Saturday.The nine-time All-Star is under contract through the 2027 season. He ranks second in franchise history with 306 career home runs.New York beat Kansas City 13-4 on Saturday. The 7-14 Royals have lost six in a row.

ATLANTA, GA - MARCH 27: Catcher Salvador Perez #13 of the Kansas City Royals during the MLB game between the Atlanta Braves and the Kansas City Royals on March 27, 2026 at Truist Park in Atlanta, GA.

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The San Diego Padres are closing in on an agreement to be sold to private-equity billionaire José...

The San Diego Padres are closing in on an agreement to be sold to private-equity billionaire José E. Feliciano and his wife, Kwanza Jones, sources told <a href="https://www.wsj.com/sports/baseball/san-diego-padres-sale-b954a4d4?st=s9EGga&amp;reflink=desktopwebshare_permalink">Jared Diamond and Miriam Gottfried of The Wall Street Journal</a>.The deal values the Padres at around $3.9 billion and is expected to be announced early next week, according to Diamond and Gottfried.The reported sale would shatter the MLB record for a franchise valuation, surpassing the previous mark set by Steve Cohen when he purchased the New York Mets for $2.4 billion in 2020.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Feliciano, who was born in Puerto Rico, is a co-founder and managing partner of Clearlake Capital and co-controlling owner of the Premier League's Chelsea F.C., while Jones is the CEO of Supercharged. The duo reportedly beat out Golden State Warriors owner Joe Lacob and businessman Dan Friedkin, as well as other bidders for the Padres.Multiple offers for the franchise exceeded $3.5 billion, sources told Diamond and Gottfried.The Seidler family has owned the Padres since 2012. However, a legal battle between family members for control of the team ensued following the death of chairman and owner Peter Seidler in November 2023. Those issues have been largely resolved as of February.

SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA - APRIL 3: General view of a San Diego Padres logo on the field at PETCO Park prior to a game against the St. Louis Cardinals at PETCO Park on April 3, 2024 in San Diego, California.

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The Toronto Maple Leafs will meet with the Mats Sundin about a job in the team's hockey department, according to <a href="https://www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/article/maple-leafs-interviewing-mats-sundin-for-hockey-operations-job/">Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet</a>.Sundin, the Maple Leafs' all-time leading scorer, is reportedly in Toronto to discuss a potential advisory role.The Hall of Famer has already met with MLSE president Keith Pelley at least once, per Friedman.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Sundin worked as a Swedish TV analyst for the 2026 Winter Olympics. He was also part of Team Sweden's management at the 2016 World Cup of Hockey.The Leafs are looking for a new head of hockey operations after firing general manager Brad Treliving on March 30.Toronto finished last in the Atlantic Division and 28th overall to end its run of nine straight seasons with a playoff appearance.

STOCKHOLM, SWEDEN - NOVEMBER 15: Mats Sundin speaks at his NHL Alumni Association Börje Salming Award ceremony on November 15, 2025 in Stockholm, Sweden.

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The Detroit Tigers locked up franchise shortstop <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/18596" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/18596">Kevin McGonigle</a> with an eight-year, $150-million contract extension that starts in 2027 and goes through 2034, the club announced Wednesday.The deal includes a $14-million signing bonus, a $5-million assignment bonus if the player is traded, and performance escalators that can push the total value to $160 million.<figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
Kevin McGonigle 8-year, $150 million contract: $14 million signing bonus. 2027: $1M 2028: $7M 2029: $16M 2030: $21M 2031: $22M 2032: $23M ($25M if reaches escalators) 2033: $23M ($26M if reaches escalators 2034: $23M ($28M if reaches escalators) $5M if traded each time.— Bob Nightengale (@BNightengale) <a href="https://twitter.com/BNightengale/status/2044438130317771220?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 15, 2026</a>
</blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure>McGonigle is the No. 2-ranked prospect in baseball, according to <a href="https://www.mlb.com/milb/prospects">MLB Pipeline</a>. The 21-year-old was selected with the 37th pick in the 2023 draft.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>"Since I've been drafted by the Tigers, the way I am, I'm loyal,” McGonigle said Wednesday, according to <a href="https://www.mlb.com/news/kevin-mcgonigle-tigers-contract-extension">Jason Beck of MLB.com</a>. "I want to stick in one spot and help a team to win a World Series."McGonigle is slashing .311/.417/.492 with one homer, eight RBIs, and 11 walks in 17 games as a rookie after making the Tigers out of spring training."You guys have already seen (it) on the field," president of baseball operations Scott Harris said. "He has some rare gifts in the batter's box, but what might be less obvious is he has the grit and the determination to be great, to get the absolute most out of these gifts."He has put in so much time, effort, and energy and getting the most out of his gift so far, and we expect that to continue throughout this contract and deep into his career."McGonigle's extension is the latest in a wave of deals for young shortstop prospects. <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/18811" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/18811">Konnor Griffin</a> inked a nine-year, $140-million contract less than a week after his MLB debut for the Pittsburgh Pirates. Colt Emerson signed an eight-year, $95-million pact with the Seattle Mariners and Cooper Pratt got an eight-year, $50.75-million deal from the Milwaukee Brewers before either player reached the majors.

DETROIT, MI - APRIL 12: Kevin McGonigle #7 of the Detroit Tigers celebrates with teammates in the dugout after hitting his first major league home run in the 5th inning of the game against the Miami Marlins at Comerica Park on April 12, 2026 in Detroit, Michigan. The Tigers defeated the Marlins 8-2.

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Los Angeles Angels designated hitter <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/3605" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/3605">Jorge Soler </a>will serve a four-game ban for his role in starting a benches-clearing melee with the Atlanta Braves last week, the Angels said Wednesday, according to <a href="https://x.com/RhettBollinger/status/2044495753473663071">Rhett Bollinger of MLB.com</a>.Soler will miss the last two games of Los Angeles' current series against the New York Yankees and the first two contests of the weekend series versus the San Diego Padres.The 34-year-old was <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/3517868" href="https://thescore.com/news/3517868">originally suspended</a> for seven games but appealed MLB's decision.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Braves pitcher Reynaldo López had his ban lowered to five contests last Wednesday after also initially receiving a seven-game suspension. The right-hander didn't miss a start as a result of an off day.Soler and López exchanged punches on April 7 after the slugger charged the mound following the hurler's high-and-tight pitch.

ANAHEIM, CALIFORNIA - APRIL 7: Benches clear as pitcher Reynaldo López #40 of the Atlanta Braves and right fielder Jorge Soler #12 of the Los Angeles Angels fight on the field during the fifth inning at Angel Stadium of Anaheim on April 7, 2026 in Anaheim, California.

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New York Mets owner Steve Cohen isn't panicking despite his team's rough start to the season.  Co...

New York Mets owner Steve Cohen isn't panicking despite his team's rough start to the season.Cohen used social media to share several positive takeaways from Tuesday's 2-1 loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers, which extended the Mets' losing streak to seven games."Nobody likes to lose but I saw some 'green shoots tonight,'" Cohen <a href="https://x.com/StevenACohen2/status/2044285702985437291?s=20">wrote</a> on X. "On offense, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/2909" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/2909">(Francisco) Lindor</a> had two hits including a home run. (<a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/9615" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/9615">Bo) Bichette</a> got a double hitting it to left field as opposed to recently being right-field prone. <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/19109" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/19109">(Carson) Benge</a> got a solid hit. <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/8271" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/8271">(Juan) Soto</a> started his running progression today. <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/3420" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/3420">(Marcus) Semien</a> hit a shot that might have been a home run on a warmer night. Finally, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/20104" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/20104">Nolan McLean</a> pitched an outstanding game, going seven innings.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>"Hang in there fans, we will turn this around!"New York (7-11) struck out at least 10 times for a fourth straight contest. The Mets trailed by one in the ninth and Bichette, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/3558" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/3558">Jorge Polanco</a>, and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/10690" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/10690">Francisco Alvarez</a> all went down swinging."It's easy to put too much pressure on yourself," manager Carlos Mendoza said postgame, according to <a href="https://apnews.com/article/mets-losing-skid-f5f9f9a21517d2e2de8721c000e5bce8">Beth Harris of The Associated Press</a>. "You got to go back to your fundamentals, you got to go back to what got you to this level, understanding that you are a great hitter. ..."I know it's tough right now, but the last thing you could do is just panic and try to do too much."The Mets are 3-7 since Soto sustained a calf injury April 3.New York sits last in the NL East despite an offseason roster overhaul that brought in Bichette, Semien, Polanco, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/9624" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/9624">Luis Robert Jr.</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/9771" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/9771">Freddy Peralta</a>, and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/11736" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/11736">Devin Williams</a>.

LOS ANGELES, CA - APRIL 14: New York Mets outfielder Luis Robert Jr. (88) reacts to striking out with two runners in scoring position in the 8th inning of the MLB game between the New York Mets and the Los Angeles Dodgers on April 14, 2026 at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles, CA.

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Ty Gibbs has a famous last name and has spent much of his life in the spotlight, recently being u...

Ty Gibbs has a famous last name and has spent much of his life in the spotlight, recently <a href="https://apnews.com/article/nascar-jgr-gabehart-lawsuit-spire-c2b26afd0c9ae9bea9ec3160198be80c">being unwittingly thrust</a> into the center <a href="https://apnews.com/article/nascar-gibbs-spire-gabehart-data-760bc194476c2453c64e168ba5e7d86d">of a contentious court case</a>.The attention is less than comfortable for the grandson of Joe Gibbs, a Hall of Fame legend as a championship team owner in NASCAR and a Super Bowl-winning coach in the NFL.“Yeah, I feel like I could be a lot bigger in the community than what I am,” Ty Gibbs said about his place in NASCAR <a href="https://apnews.com/article/nascar-bristol-joe-ty-gibbs-0685c9c7d11049f6a7167c2dc640ae57">after his first career victory Sunday</a> at Bristol Motor Speedway. “I just enjoy privacy. I don’t really want to show off a lot, too. I just enjoy training on my bike, getting strong, working hard during the week. I’m not here to be a moving billboard. I don’t really care. I don’t have any social media on my phone at the moment. I just really enjoy racing and focusing on myself.”<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>The focus at Bristol was squarely on the 23-year-old after he deftly fended off NASCAR champions Ryan Blaney and Kyle Larson on a two-lap overtime restart. The relief of finally breaking through in his 131st Cup start was evident. Gibbs celebrated by playfully crashing his grandfather’s national TV interview and handing the checkered flag to his mother, Heather, before giving her a ride to victory lane in the No. 54 Toyota.“It’s just a thrill to see this happen because I don’t know how to explain it,” said Joe Gibbs, who has half of his eight grandchildren working at Joe Gibbs Racing, <a href="https://apnews.com/article/nascar-cup-championship-hendrick-gibbs-28e29a6a3df7c126f7198b72a4ed8d5a">the team he founded 35 years ago</a>. “It’s just a special feeling for all of us. I called my wife, and she’s crying. The whole family is crying. We love this. We really appreciate what today meant to us and the family.”The narrative was positive for the Gibbs organization, which has been ensnared <a href="https://apnews.com/article/nascar-indycar-gibbs-spire-gabehart-lawsuit-84740bfd1539aebd87b619f48f9c3363">in some unflattering headlines</a> after <a href="https://apnews.com/article/nascar-jgr-gabehart-lawsuit-0dc501bec7f345ea374dc6dcbc658167">suing former competition director Chris Gabehart</a> for breach of contract.In a court filing, Gabehart said he expressed “serious concerns” about team management after he felt pressured to help Ty Gibbs (and was moved to the No. 54 pit box to call strategy). Gabehart said Gibbs “was not held to the same meeting attendance standards as others on the team.”After the Bristol win, Gibbs made multiple references to “people saying false things” (without naming Gabehart) and steadfastly reaffirmed his work ethic.”I’ve stayed after it the whole time,” Gibbs said. “Obviously, people are going to say false things about how I wasn’t present in meetings. I’ve been the same the whole time, just to clarify that.”But others have noticed a change in his demeanor. To defuse the driver’s frustration during races, crew chief Tyler Allen said “a huge focus” entering 2026 was on keeping it fun because a “loose, fun Ty is a fast Ty.”During a stretch of four consecutive finishes of sixth or better before Bristol, Gibbs impressed his teammates by speaking up in debriefs with helpful advice.“He’s been in a good mood,” JGR driver Christopher Bell said. “He’s happy. Ty is killing it. It’s fun to see his confidence is literally radiating from him. He’s really switched on right now. He’s taken a huge step, and he’s a joy to be around right now.”Gibbs, who was involved <a href="https://apnews.com/article/nascar-playoffs-hamlin-gibbs-7420215379bef5a0797c555a3f0037c8">in a run-in last year with teammate Denny Hamlin</a>, was a little defensive about whether he had changed that much.“I’ve always had fun,” he said. “I think that’s taken out of turn. I truly enjoy the position I’m in. Obviously, being around such a great group of people is so much fun. These guys love racing as much as I do, or even more, and I know I love it a lot.”Joe Gibbs hopes more people see that side of his grandson.“He’s really, really got a good sense of humor,” Gibbs said. “We laugh all the time. I think the farther we go in this sport, hopefully, his personality and everything come out, the kind of kid he is. When I’m around him, he’s fun.”Pit crew woesBristol runner-up Blaney’s pit crew ranked 32nd of 37 teams in Sunday’s race, raising questions about how long Team Penske can stay patient with a group that has squandered more than 80 positions on pit stops over the past seven races.“We’ve got to get better for sure,” said Blaney, who lost seven spots on two mediocre pit stops midrace at Bristol. “If we’re going to keep competing and get cars that can win, we’ve got to clean that up.”Hendrick strugglesA <a href="https://apnews.com/article/nascar-hendrick-martinsville-elliott-0b5f9fb6d23676f2fb95d52e360d110f">Martinsville Speedway win</a> didn’t provide much momentum for Chase Elliott, who finished 22nd after starting 18th. Teammates William Byron (30th) and Alex Bowman (37th) also struggled for Hendrick Motorsports, which has 13 top 10s among its four drivers through eight races.Hendrick vice chairman Jeff Gordon addressed the slow start before Sunday's race. “We’re being challenged right now, not that I don’t like it, but also I love it because I know what we’re capable of, and I love watching us do the climb,” Gordon said. “It teaches us things about ourselves, and I think it only makes us stronger.”___ AP auto racing: <a href="https://apnews.com/hub/auto-racing">https://apnews.com/hub/auto-racing</a>

BRISTOL, TENNESSEE - APRIL 12: Ty Gibbs, driver of the #54 Monster Energy Toyota, celebrates in victory lane after winning the NASCAR Cup Series Food City 500 at Bristol Motor Speedway on April 12, 2026 in Bristol, Tennessee.

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The Houston Astros placed shortstop <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/12665" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/12665">Jeremy Peña</a> on the 10-day injured list with a Grade 1 hamstring strain and starter <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/20139" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/20139">Tatsuya Imai</a> on the 15-day IL with right arm fatigue, the club announced Monday.Peña was pulled from Saturday's game with what the Astros originally called knee tightness, while Imai recorded one out during a rough start Friday.Houston's rotation has lost Imai, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/12893" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/12893">Hunter Brown</a>, and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/10662" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/10662">Cristian Javier</a> in recent days.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Peña is slashing .256/.304/.349 with a stolen base in 10 games to start the season. The 28-year-old was named a 2025 All-Star en route to finishing 10th in AL MVP voting.Imai owns a 7.27 ERA across three starts in 2026. He joined the Astros on a three-year, $54-million contract in the offseason following a successful career in Japan.The Astros recalled right-hander J.P. France, left-hander Colton Gordon, and infielder Shay Whitcomb from Triple-A in a roster shuffle. Houston also optioned right-hander Jayden Murray.

HOUSTON, TX - JUNE 27: Jeremy Peña #3 of the Houston Astros walks to first base after being hit by a pitch during the game between the Chicago Cubs and the Houston Astros at Daikin Park on Friday, June 27, 2025 in Houston, Texas.

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The Toronto Blue Jays acquired infielder <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/12907" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/12907">Lenyn Sosa</a> from the Chicago White Sox for minor-league outfielder Jordan Rich and a player to be named later or cash, the clubs announced Monday.Sosa has gone 7-for-33 with three RBIs over 12 games this season. The 26-year-old went deep 22 times with 75 RBIs and a .727 OPS across 140 contests in 2025.The Blue Jays could use Sosa's defensive versatility amid a wave of injuries that's sidelined <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/2931" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/2931">George Springer</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/14202" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/14202">Addison Barger</a>, and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/11875" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/11875">Alejandro Kirk</a>.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Sosa has no minor-league options left.Right-hander <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/9542" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/9542">Shane Bieber</a> was transferred to the 60-day injured list to make room on Toronto's 40-man roster.Rich, 18, hasn't made his professional debut. He was selected in the 17th round of the 2025 draft.

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - APRIL 4: Lenyn Sosa #50 of the Chicago White Sox bats in a game against the Toronto Blue Jays at Rate Field on April 4, 2026 in Chicago, Illinois.

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The New York Mets promoted veteran reliever <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/1378" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/1378">Craig Kimbrel</a> on Saturday, the team announced.Kimbrel signed a minor-league deal with the Mets in January. He's yet to pitch in the majors this season."It's a great opportunity just to come in here and try to help these guys out and throw up scoreless innings," Kimbrel said, according to <a href="https://x.com/SNY_Mets/status/2043005516020859270?s=20">SNY</a>. "Just happy to get the opportunity and see what I can do with it."<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>The 37-year-old right-hander appeared in 14 games split between the Atlanta Braves and Houston Astros in 2025.He owns a career 2.58 ERA with a 1.02 WHIP and 14 K/9 over 16 years. His 440 saves are second to <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/1563" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/1563">Kenley Jansen</a> among active pitchers."I get an adrenaline boost every time I get an opportunity to pitch in a big-league ballgame," Kimbrel <a href="https://x.com/SNY_Mets/status/2043006116984963394?s=20">added</a>. "Someone told me a long time ago, as soon as that goes away, it's time to go home."Kimbrel is a nine-time All-Star, a World Series champion (2018 Boston Red Sox), the 2011 NL Rookie of the Year, and a four-time Reliever of the Year (2012, 2013, 2014, and 2017). His resume gives him a strong chance to be inducted into the Hall of Fame when his playing career is over.Left-hander <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/9557" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/9557">Richard Lovelady</a> was designated for assignment to make room for Kimbrel on the active roster.

JUPITER, FL - MARCH 06: New York Mets pitcher Craig Kimbrel (46) prepares to throw the ball from the mound during a MLB spring training game against the Miami Marlins at Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium on March 6, 2026 in Jupiter, Florida.

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The Detroit Tigers placed center fielder <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/10655" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/10655">Parker Meadows</a> on the 10-day injured list Friday with a left radius fracture after he collided with teammate <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/12329" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/12329">Riley Greene</a> in the eighth inning of Thursday's loss to the Minnesota Twins.Meadows also suffered a concussion and needed five stitches inside his mouth, according to <a href="https://x.com/EvanPetzold/status/2042679261908132177?s=20">Evan Petzold of the Detroit Free Press</a>. The 26-year-old doesn't have a timetable to return and is expected to miss significant time.Meadows and Greene crashed into each other after the two outfielders simultaneously went to make a play on <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/4609" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/4609">Josh Bell</a>'s line drive. Greene held on for the catch, but Meadows fell to the ground and remained down for several minutes before being carted off the field.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
Parker Meadows is carted off the field after a nasty collision in the outfield with Riley Greene <a href="https://t.co/5DCBp95WK9">pic.twitter.com/5DCBp95WK9</a>— Talkin' Baseball (@TalkinBaseball_) <a href="https://twitter.com/TalkinBaseball_/status/2042334973428900321?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 9, 2026</a>
</blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure>"When we got out there, it looked like he had bit his lip or inside his mouth, so there was some blood, and he was pretty out of it," manager A.J. Hinch said postgame, according to <a href="https://www.mlb.com/news/parker-meadows-and-riley-greene-collision">Jason Beck of MLB.com</a>.He added, "Those are scary collisions. You don't know what you're going to get when you get there. Obviously, we're going to get him checked out for everything, but this one worries me."Greene echoed similar sentiments."I haven't looked at it," Greene said, per <a href="https://www.detroitnews.com/story/sports/mlb/tigers/2026/04/09/detroit-tigers-swept-by-minnesota-twins-parker-meadows-injured/89531093007/">Chris McCosky of The Detroit News</a>. "The ball was in between us, and we just collided. It's a terrible feeling. I'm just hoping Parker is OK. He hit my head. I don't know where I hit him. I really hope he's OK."Detroit recalled outfielder <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/11079" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/11079">Wenceel Pérez</a> from Triple-A to take Meadows' spot on the active roster.The Twins swept the Tigers in the four-game series.

MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA - APRIL 09: Parker Meadows #22 of the Detroit Tigers is carted off the field after colliding with teammate Riley Greene #31 (not pictured) in the eighth inning at Target Field on April 09, 2026 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Twins defeated the Tigers 3-1.

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Atlanta Braves right-hander <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/5352" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/5352">Reynaldo López</a> and Los Angeles Angels designated hitter <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/3605" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/3605">Jorge Soler</a> received seven-game suspensions for their roles in Tuesday's benches-clearing brawl, MLB announced Wednesday.López and Soler were also fined an undisclosed amount. Both players appealed their punishments.López already reached an agreement to have his ban reduced to five games, according to <a href="https://x.com/grantmcauley/status/2041982542421659872">Grant McAuley of 92.9 The Game</a>. The pitcher will begin serving the suspension immediately, which means he won't miss a start as a result of an off day.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Soler charged the mound after a high-and-tight pitch by López in the fifth inning, and the two players exchanged punches. Braves manager Walt Weiss helped end the melee by tackling Soler.<figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
Here’s what just took place in Anaheim: <a href="https://t.co/hL1myd5PJd">pic.twitter.com/hL1myd5PJd</a>— BravesVision (@BravesVisionTV) <a href="https://twitter.com/BravesVisionTV/status/2041717944049164300?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 8, 2026</a>
</blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure>López threw punches at Soler while still holding the baseball.<figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
buddy got punched in the face with a baseball. <a href="https://t.co/mwzgpLYf0T">pic.twitter.com/mwzgpLYf0T</a>— Jared Carrabis (@Jared_Carrabis) <a href="https://twitter.com/Jared_Carrabis/status/2041877629712617964?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 8, 2026</a>
</blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure>The Braves and Angels wrap up their three-game series Wednesday.

ANAHEIM, CA - APRIL 07: Los Angeles Angels designated hitter Jorge Soler (12) swings a punch at Atlanta Braves pitcher Reynaldo Lopez (40) on the mound as home plate umpire Edwin Moscoso trails the play during the MLB game between the Atlanta Braves and the Los Angeles Angels on April 7, 2026 at Angel Stadium in Anaheim, CA.

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Here's the video of Cole Ragans' apparent hand injury <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Royals?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Royals</a> <a href="https://t.co/sJRDj3VyB9">pic.twitter.com/sJRDj3VyB9</a>— Jaylon T. Thompson (@jaylonthompson) <a href="https://twitter.com/jaylonthompson/status/2041936794141225008?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 8, 2026</a>
</blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure>The Royals announced Ragans suffered a thumb contusion, according to <a href="https://x.com/anne__rogers/status/2041954971336237343?s=20">Anne Rogers of MLB.com</a>.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Manager Matt Quatraro said postgame that Ragans didn't break any bones, per Royals broadcaster <a href="https://x.com/goldbergkc/status/2041971345005625428">Joel Goldberg</a>.The left-hander initially stayed in the game after a lengthy visit by Quatraro and head athletic trainer Kyle Turner but departed after facing the next two hitters - including <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/17370" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/17370">Chase DeLauter</a>, who hit a two-run double.Ragans logged just 61 2/3 innings (13 starts) in 2025 due to multiple injuries.The 28-year-old finished fourth in AL Cy Young voting in 2024.

CLEVELAND, OH - APRIL 08: Kansas City Royals starting pitcher Cole Ragans (55) leaves the game during the first inning of the Major League Baseball game between the Kansas City Royals and Cleveland Guardians on April 8, 2026, at Progressive Field in Cleveland, OH.

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The Pittsburgh Pirates and MLB's No. 1 prospect <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/18811" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/18811">Konnor Griffin</a> are close to finalizing a nine-year, $140-million contract extension, according to <a href="https://x.com/Buster_ESPN/status/2039795767477674314?s=20">Buster Olney of ESPN</a>.The deal - if finalized - will establish a new record in terms of compensation for a player who has yet to debut in the majors, besting Colt Emerson's eight-year, $95-million pact signed with the Seattle Mariners on Tuesday.Griffin, the consensus No. 1 prospect in baseball, is expected to make his MLB debut Friday in the Pirates' home opener against the Baltimore Orioles. The 19-year-old shortstop will be the first teenaged position player to suit up in the majors since Juan Soto in 2018.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Griffin was one of the last cuts during spring training but responded with a torrid start in the first five Triple-A games of his career, going 7-for-16 with three stolen bases and five walks. In 2025, he slashed .333/.415/.527 with 21 homers, 94 RBIs, and 65 steals across 122 contests between three minor-league levels.The Pirates selected Griffin with the No. 9 pick in the 2024 draft.

BRADENTON, FLORIDA - MARCH 20, 2026: Konnor Griffin #75 of the Pittsburgh Pirates warms up prior to a spring training Spring Breakout game against the Detroit Tigers at LECOM Park on March 20, 2026 in Bradenton, Florida.

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The <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///mlb/players/18811" href="https://thescore.com/mlb/players/18811">Konnor Griffin</a> era is here for the Pittsburgh Pirates.The 19-year-old shortstop phenom is getting called up to make his MLB debut against the Baltimore Orioles for the Pirates' home opener Friday.<figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
Opening Debut. <a href="https://t.co/ILemWfjIHS">pic.twitter.com/ILemWfjIHS</a>— Pittsburgh Pirates (@Pirates) <a href="https://twitter.com/Pirates/status/2039709840944054769?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 2, 2026</a>
</blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure>Griffin is the consensus No. 1 prospect in all of baseball. He will be the first teenaged position player to suit up in the majors since Juan Soto in 2018.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Griffin was one of the last cuts during spring training but responded with a torrid start in the first five Triple-A games of his career. He went 7-for-16 with three stolen bases and five walks to earn the promotion. His latest offensive showing came after slashing .333/.415/.527 with 21 homers, 94 RBIs, and 65 steals across 122 contests between three minor-league levels in 2025.The Pirates selected Griffin with the No. 9 pick in the 2024 draft.Pittsburgh's front office and Griffin are also deep in extension talks, sources told <a href="https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/48370345/sources-pirates-konnor-griffin-holding-contract-negotiations">Buster Onley of ESPN</a>.The team's offers are closer to the eight-year, $111-million deal Corbin Carroll signed with the Arizona Diamondbacks in March 2023, while Griffin's camp is looking for something similar to Roman Anthony's eight-year, $130-million pact with the Boston Red Sox, according to Olney.

BRADENTON, FLORIDA - FEBRUARY 12: Konnor Griffin #75 of the Pittsburgh Pirates at bat during a spring training workout at Pirate City on February 12, 2026 in Bradenton, Florida.

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