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MLB Daily Digest – August 19, 2026

The latest MLB headlines, trade updates, game reaction, standings stories and talking points from across baseball.

Brewers Match Modern-Era MLB Record with 22-0 Shutout Win Over Mariners

The Milwaukee Brewers tied the modern-era record for the largest shutout victory by defeating the Seattle Mariners 22-0, matching a franchise record with 22 runs and recording a season-high 22 hits.

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Former World Series Champion and Cancer Survivor Trey Mancini Announces Retirement

Trey Mancini, who won the 2021 AL Comeback Player of the Year after returning from colon cancer and helped Houston win the 2022 World Series, has retired after a brief stint with the Angels.

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Legendary LSU Baseball Coach Skip Bertman Dies at 88

Former Louisiana State University baseball coach Skip Bertman has passed away at 88. Over 18 seasons, Bertman won five national championships and was voted the second-best college coach of the 20th century.

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Aaron Judge Set to Take Next Step in Recovery from Fractured Rib

New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge is prepared to advance his rehabilitation program after being sidelined for nearly three months due to a fractured rib.

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Dodgers to Recall Pitcher Emmet Sheehan After Brief Triple-A Reset

The Los Angeles Dodgers are reportedly set to recall pitcher Emmet Sheehan from Triple-A, ending his minor-league stint after just a few weeks of working on his delivery.

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Rangers Pitcher Jacob deGrom Could Start Thursday After Triceps Fatigue

Texas Rangers right-hander Jacob deGrom cleared a bullpen session and may start Thursday against Washington, one week after exiting a game early due to right triceps fatigue.

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Dodgers Reportedly Placing Closer Edwin Diaz Back on Injured List

The Los Angeles Dodgers are expected to place struggling closer Edwin Diaz back on the injured list with an undisclosed injury, less than a month after activating him from the 60-day IL.

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MLB Wild-Card Contenders Face Crucial Final Six Weeks of Regular Season

With only six weeks remaining in the MLB regular season, playoff contenders in both the American and National Leagues are preparing for a highly competitive wild-card race defined by strength of schedule.

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Red Sox Outfielder Masataka Yoshida Sidelined with Significant Hamstring Injury

The Boston Red Sox announced that 33-year-old outfielder Masataka Yoshida has sustained a significant hamstring injury that could potentially sideline him for the remainder of the regular season.

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Baseball Mourns the Passing of Tommy John Surgery Pioneer Tommy John at 83

Following the death of 288-game winner Tommy John at age 83, the baseball world reflects on his enduring legacy and the revolutionary 1974 elbow reconstruction surgery that bears his name.

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Yankees Navigate Starting Pitching Questions as Max Fried Heads to Injured List

With Max Fried sidelined by an elbow bone bruise, the Yankees are relying heavily on Carlos Rodon’s return to sustain their starting rotation amidst ongoing offensive struggles.

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Nationals Shortstop CJ Abrams Disappointed by Move to Second Base

CJ Abrams is ‘not thrilled’ about shifting from shortstop to second base for the Washington Nationals, according to his agent, but the All-Star remains committed to prioritizing team wins.

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Weather Delay Halts Cubs-White Sox Matchup

The crosstown matchup between the Chicago Cubs and Chicago White Sox was temporarily halted due to a weather delay, with fans awaiting updates on when play will resume.

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Unheralded Players Spark Surprising August Surge for New York Mets

Despite low expectations after the trade deadline, the New York Mets have won 10 of 13 games, powered by lesser-known contributors like 26-year-old rookie pitcher Jefry Yan.

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