Phillies-Braves Renew Rivalry in Exciting Slate

Welcome baseball fans to another thrilling day of action on the diamond! Today's MLB slate is chock-full of intriguing matchups that promise to keep us on the edge of our seats, from coast to coast.

The Philadelphia Phillies and Atlanta Braves renew their fiery rivalry in a battle for National League East supremacy. The Red Sox and Orioles meet in an interleague clash between two teams trending in opposite directions – Boston riding high, Baltimore struggling mightily.

In the American League, the Cleveland Guardians aim to extend their winning streak when they visit the Toronto Blue Jays. Meanwhile, the New York Yankees face a tough test against the Houston Astros, who have been red-hot lately. The Washington Nationals travel to Chicago to take on the White Sox, hoping to shake off recent woes and spoil a potential South Side party.

Elsewhere, the Detroit Tigers and Cincinnati Reds square off in a Midwest showdown, while the Colorado Rockies visit the New York Mets, seeking to capitalize on their recent surge. The Tampa Bay Rays host the Minnesota Twins in an AL East battle, with both teams looking to maintain momentum towards the postseason.

The San Francisco Giants welcome the Miami Marlins, offering a chance for the Giants to extend their home dominance against a young and hungry opponent. The Arizona Diamondbacks play host to the San Diego Padres, who will be eager to build on their impressive record against the NL West's cellar dwellers.

Finally, the Chicago Cubs travel west to face the Los Angeles Dodgers in a classic interleague showdown between two storied franchises. The Angels and Royals round out the day's action, with both teams looking to bounce back after recent setbacks.

With so much excitement ahead, grab your peanuts, cracker jacks, and favorite beverage – today promises to be a memorable day of baseball!

Today's MLB Slate

• Philadelphia Phillies @ Atlanta Braves (1:35 PM ET)
• Boston Red Sox @ Baltimore Orioles (1:35 PM ET)
• Cleveland Guardians @ Toronto Blue Jays (1:37 PM ET)
• Detroit Tigers @ Cincinnati Reds (1:40 PM ET)
• Colorado Rockies @ New York Mets (1:40 PM ET)
• Minnesota Twins @ Tampa Bay Rays (1:40 PM ET)
• New York Yankees @ Houston Astros (2:10 PM ET)
• Washington Nationals @ Chicago White Sox (2:10 PM ET)
• Pittsburgh Pirates @ Milwaukee Brewers (2:10 PM ET)
• Seattle Mariners @ St. Louis Cardinals (2:15 PM ET)
• Athletics @ Texas Rangers (2:35 PM ET)
• Miami Marlins @ San Francisco Giants (4:05 PM ET)
• San Diego Padres @ Arizona Diamondbacks (4:05 PM ET)
• Chicago Cubs @ Los Angeles Dodgers (4:10 PM ET)
• Los Angeles Angels @ Kansas City Royals (7:20 PM ET)

Matchup Breakdown

Philadelphia Phillies @ Atlanta Braves — 1:35 PM ET

The Philadelphia Phillies and Atlanta Braves renew their fierce rivalry, with both teams vying for NL East dominance; the Braves look to maintain their lead while the Phillies aim to close the gap.

H2H LAST 5 (Philadelphia Phillies vs Atlanta Braves): ATLANTA BRAVES 4-1 | Avg margin: +1.4 Apr 26: W vs Philadelphia Phillies 6-2 (+4) | Apr 25: L vs Philadelphia Phillies 5-8 (-3) | Apr 24: W vs Philadelphia Phillies 5-3 (+2) | Apr 19: W @ Atlanta Braves 4-2 (+2) | Apr 18: W @ Atlanta Braves 3-1 (+2) ATLANTA BRAVES LAST 5: 4-1 | Avg score: 6-4 | Avg margin: +2.0 Apr 26: W vs Philadelphia Phillies 6-2 (+4) | Apr 25: L vs Philadelphia Phillies 5-8 (-3) | Apr 24: W vs Philadelphia Phillies 5-3 (+2) | Apr 23: W @ Washington Nationals 7-2 (+5) | Apr 22: W @ Washington Nationals 8-6 (+2) PHILADELPHIA PHILLIES LAST 5: 1-4 | Avg score: 4-6 | Avg margin: -1.8 Apr 26: L @ Atlanta Braves 2-6 (-4) | Apr 25: W @ Atlanta Braves 8-5 (+3) | Apr 24: L @ Atlanta Braves 3-5 (-2) | Apr 23: L @ Chicago Cubs 7-8 (-1) | Apr 22: L @ Chicago Cubs 2-7 (-5) ATLANTA BRAVES RECENT STATS: 6.0 PPG (L10) | 3.9 allowed (L10) | +2.1 diff | 8-2 L10 PHILADELPHIA PHILLIES RECENT STATS: 3.0 PPG (L10) | 5.9 allowed (L10) | -2.9 diff | 1-9 L10 INJURIES — Atlanta Braves: Raisel Iglesias (15-Day-IL — Inflammation, return: 2026-05-05); Dylan Dodd (15-Day-IL — Inflammation, return: 2026-05-08); Spencer Strider (15-Day-IL — Strain, return: 2026-05-02); Sean Murphy (10-Day-IL — Surgery, return: 2026-04-28); Ha-Seong Kim (10-Day-IL — Surgery, return: 2026-05-12); Danny Young (60-Day-IL — Surgery, return: 2026-07-01); AJ Smith-Shawver (60-Day-IL — Surgery, return: 2026-08-01); Hurston Waldrep (15-Day-IL — Surgery, return: 2026-06-02); Joey Wentz (60-Day-IL — Surgery, return: 2027-02-01); Spencer Schwellenbach (60-Day-IL — Surgery, return: 2026-06-02); Joe Jimenez (60-Day-IL — Surgery, return: 2026-07-17) INJURIES — Philadelphia Phillies: Jonathan Bowlan (15-Day-IL — Strain, return: 2026-04-28); J.T. Realmuto (10-Day-IL — Spasms, return: 2026-05-02); Max Lazar (60-Day-IL — Strain, return: 2026-05-23); Jhoan Duran (15-Day-IL — Strain, return: 2026-04-30); Zach Pop (15-Day-IL — Strain, return: 2026-04-28); Daniel Robert (Day-To-Day — Not Specified, return: 2026-06-01); Keaton Anthony (Day-To-Day — Surgery, return: 2026-05-01); Mark Kolozsvary (Day-To-Day — Not Specified, return: 2026-06-01); Christian McGowan (Out — Surgery, return: 2026-07-01) RANKINGS (last 10g): Atlanta Braves: #2, score: 87.1, L10: 8-2, ATS: 80% | Philadelphia Phillies: #30, score: 5.0, L10: 1-9, ATS: 11%

Boston Red Sox @ Baltimore Orioles — 1:35 PM ET

In Boston, the Red Sox face the struggling Orioles, hoping to extend their winning streak against a team that's been struggling mightily lately. The Orioles, meanwhile, seek a much-needed victory to boost morale and potentially upset the visitors.

H2H LAST 5 (Boston Red Sox vs Baltimore Orioles): BALTIMORE ORIOLES 2-3 | Avg margin: -2.2 Apr 26: L vs Boston Red Sox 3-5 (-2) | Apr 25: L vs Boston Red Sox 1-17 (-16) | Apr 24: W vs Boston Red Sox 10-3 (+7) | Mar 01: W @ Baltimore Orioles 8-7 (+1) | Aug 28: L vs Boston Red Sox 2-3 (-1) BALTIMORE ORIOLES LAST 5: 2-3 | Avg score: 5-7 | Avg margin: -2.0 Apr 26: L vs Boston Red Sox 3-5 (-2) | Apr 25: L vs Boston Red Sox 1-17 (-16) | Apr 24: W vs Boston Red Sox 10-3 (+7) | Apr 22: W @ Kansas City Royals 8-6 (+2) | Apr 21: L @ Kansas City Royals 5-6 (-1) BOSTON RED SOX LAST 5: 2-3 | Avg score: 6-4 | Avg margin: +1.2 Apr 26: W @ Baltimore Orioles 5-3 (+2) | Apr 25: W @ Baltimore Orioles 17-1 (+16) | Apr 24: L @ Baltimore Orioles 3-10 (-7) | Apr 23: L vs New York Yankees 2-4 (-2) | Apr 22: L vs New York Yankees 1-4 (-3) BALTIMORE ORIOLES RECENT STATS: 4.8 PPG (L10) | 6.2 allowed (L10) | -1.4 diff | 4-6 L10 BOSTON RED SOX RECENT STATS: 4.0 PPG (L10) | 4.2 allowed (L10) | -0.2 diff | 4-6 L10 INJURIES — Baltimore Orioles: Dean Kremer (15-Day-IL — Strain, return: 2026-05-15); Dietrich Enns (15-Day-IL — Infection, return: 2026-04-28); Jackson Holliday (10-Day-IL — Surgery, return: 2026-05-15); Yaramil Hiraldo (60-Day-IL — Inflammation, return: 2026-06-04); Heston Kjerstad (10-Day-IL — Strain, return: 2026-05-04); Ryan Mountcastle (60-Day-IL — Fracture, return: 2026-06-19); Zach Eflin (60-Day-IL — Surgery, return: 2027-07-01); Jordan Westburg (60-Day-IL — Sprain, return: 2026-05-22); Richard Guasch (Day-To-Day — Not Specified, return: 2026-06-01); Luis Vazquez (Day-To-Day — Fracture, return: 2026-05-01); Felix Bautista (60-Day-IL — Surgery, return: 2026-09-07); Colin Selby (60-Day-IL — Inflammation, return: 2026-05-25) INJURIES — Boston Red Sox: Patrick Sandoval (15-Day-IL — Soreness, return: 2026-05-11); Sonny Gray (15-Day-IL — Strain, return: 2026-05-06); Triston Casas (60-Day-IL — Strain, return: 2026-06-02); Kutter Crawford (15-Day-IL — Surgery, return: 2026-05-12); Johan Oviedo (60-Day-IL — Strain, return: 2026-06-17); Brendan Rodgers (Out — Surgery, return: 2027-02-01); Hobie Harris (Day-To-Day — Soreness, return: 2026-06-01); Romy Gonzalez (60-Day-IL — Surgery, return: 2026-05-26); Tanner Houck (60-Day-IL — Surgery, return: 2027-02-01) RANKINGS (last 10g): Baltimore Orioles: #24, score: 40.5, L10: 4-6, ATS: 50% | Boston Red Sox: #23, score: 45.8, L10: 4-6, ATS: 30%

Cleveland Guardians @ Toronto Blue Jays — 1:37 PM ET

The Cleveland Guardians visit the Toronto Blue Jays, with the Guardians aiming to build on their recent successes against a team that's been inconsistent recently. The Blue Jays, however, will be eager to regain their form and reassert themselves in the AL East race.

H2H LAST 5 (Cleveland Guardians vs Toronto Blue Jays): TORONTO BLUE JAYS 3-2 | Avg margin: +1.4 Apr 26: W vs Cleveland Guardians 4-2 (+2) | Apr 25: W vs Cleveland Guardians 5-3 (+2) | Apr 24: L vs Cleveland Guardians 6-8 (-2) | Jun 26: W @ Toronto Blue Jays 6-0 (+6) | Jun 25: L @ Toronto Blue Jays 4-5 (-1) TORONTO BLUE JAYS LAST 5: 3-2 | Avg score: 4-4 | Avg margin: +0.0 Apr 26: W vs Cleveland Guardians 4-2 (+2) | Apr 25: W vs Cleveland Guardians 5-3 (+2) | Apr 24: L vs Cleveland Guardians 6-8 (-2) | Apr 22: L @ Los Angeles Angels 3-7 (-4) | Apr 21: W @ Los Angeles Angels 4-2 (+2) CLEVELAND GUARDIANS LAST 5: 2-3 | Avg score: 4-4 | Avg margin: -0.2 Apr 26: L @ Toronto Blue Jays 2-4 (-2) | Apr 25: L @ Toronto Blue Jays 3-5 (-2) | Apr 24: W @ Toronto Blue Jays 8-6 (+2) | Apr 22: L vs Houston Astros 0-2 (-2) | Apr 21: W vs Houston Astros 8-5 (+3) TORONTO BLUE JAYS RECENT STATS: 4.3 PPG (L10) | 4.2 allowed (L10) | +0.1 diff | 5-5 L10 CLEVELAND GUARDIANS RECENT STATS: 4.3 PPG (L10) | 4.5 allowed (L10) | -0.2 diff | 5-5 L10 INJURIES — Toronto Blue Jays: Trey Yesavage (15-Day-IL — Pinched Nerve, return: 2026-04-28); Yimi Garcia (60-Day-IL — Surgery, return: 2026-05-24); Nathan Lukes (10-Day-IL — Strain, return: 2026-05-05); George Springer (10-Day-IL — Fracture, return: 2026-04-27); Addison Barger (10-Day-IL — Sprain, return: 2026-05-04); Jose Berrios (15-Day-IL — Fracture, return: 2026-05-08); CJ Stubbs (Day-To-Day — injury, return: 2026-05-01); Shane Bieber (60-Day-IL — Inflammation, return: 2026-05-24); Cody Ponce (60-Day-IL — Surgery, return: 2027-02-01); Alejandro Kirk (10-Day-IL — Surgery, return: 2026-05-18); Anthony Santander (60-Day-IL — Surgery, return: 2026-08-01); Chay Yeager (Out — Surgery, return: 2027-04-01); Bowden Francis (60-Day-IL — Surgery, return: 2027-04-01) INJURIES — Cleveland Guardians: Gabriel Arias (10-Day-IL — Strain, return: 2026-05-15); Shawn Armstrong (15-Day-IL — Strain, return: 2026-05-11); Andrew Walters (15-Day-IL — Surgery, return: 2026-05-08); Carlos Hernandez (Out — Surgery, return: 2026-05-01) RANKINGS (last 10g): Toronto Blue Jays: #10, score: 60.5, L10: 5-5, ATS: 50% | Cleveland Guardians: #19, score: 53.4, L10: 5-5, ATS: 50%

Detroit Tigers @ Cincinnati Reds — 1:40 PM ET

The Detroit Tigers and Cincinnati Reds square off in an intriguing Midwest showdown, with both teams fighting for relevance in a tight division race; the winner could gain valuable ground on the competition.

H2H LAST 5 (Detroit Tigers vs Cincinnati Reds): CINCINNATI REDS 4-1 | Avg margin: +3.4 Apr 26: L vs Detroit Tigers 3-8 (-5) | Apr 25: W vs Detroit Tigers 9-2 (+7) | Apr 24: W vs Detroit Tigers 9-8 (+1) | Jun 15: W @ Cincinnati Reds 8-4 (+4) | Jun 14: W @ Cincinnati Reds 11-1 (+10) CINCINNATI REDS LAST 5: 3-2 | Avg score: 7-6 | Avg margin: +0.8 Apr 26: L vs Detroit Tigers 3-8 (-5) | Apr 25: W vs Detroit Tigers 9-2 (+7) | Apr 24: W vs Detroit Tigers 9-8 (+1) | Apr 22: L @ Tampa Bay Rays 1-6 (-5) | Apr 21: W @ Tampa Bay Rays 12-6 (+6) DETROIT TIGERS LAST 5: 3-2 | Avg score: 6-5 | Avg margin: +0.2 Apr 26: W @ Cincinnati Reds 8-3 (+5) | Apr 25: L @ Cincinnati Reds 2-9 (-7) | Apr 24: L @ Cincinnati Reds 8-9 (-1) | Apr 23: W vs Milwaukee Brewers 5-4 (+1) | Apr 22: W vs Milwaukee Brewers 5-2 (+3) CINCINNATI REDS RECENT STATS: 5.4 PPG (L10) | 4.3 allowed (L10) | +1.1 diff | 7-3 L10 DETROIT TIGERS RECENT STATS: 4.8 PPG (L10) | 5.1 allowed (L10) | -0.3 diff | 5-5 L10 INJURIES — Cincinnati Reds: Eugenio Suarez (10-Day-IL — Strain, return: 2026-05-04); Nick Lodolo (15-Day-IL — Abrasion, return: 2026-05-09); Caleb Ferguson (15-Day-IL — Strain, return: 2026-05-08); Connor Burns (Day-To-Day — Not Specified, return: 2026-06-01); Hunter Greene (60-Day-IL — Surgery, return: 2026-07-01); Carson Spiers (Out — Surgery, return: 2026-09-01) INJURIES — Detroit Tigers: Connor Seabold (15-Day-IL — Inflammation, return: 2026-05-12); Justin Verlander (15-Day-IL — Inflammation, return: 2026-05-08); Bailey Horn (60-Day-IL — Surgery, return: 2026-05-26); Troy Melton (60-Day-IL — Strain, return: 2026-05-26); Beau Brieske (60-Day-IL — Strain, return: 2026-05-26); Parker Meadows (60-Day-IL — Fracture, return: 2026-06-09); Trey Sweeney (60-Day-IL — Strain, return: 2026-05-24); Jackson Jobe (60-Day-IL — Surgery, return: 2026-08-15); Josue Briceno (Out — Surgery, return: 2026-06-01); Reese Olson (60-Day-IL — Surgery, return: 2027-02-21) RANKINGS (last 10g): Cincinnati Reds: #4, score: 77.3, L10: 7-3, ATS: 71% | Detroit Tigers: #17, score: 55.8, L10: 5-5, ATS: 57%

Colorado Rockies @ New York Mets — 1:40 PM ET

In New York, the Colorado Rockies visit the Mets, hoping to capitalize on their recent surge against a team that's struggled at times this season. The Mets, however, will be determined to rebound from their recent setbacks and defend their home turf.

H2H LAST 5 (Colorado Rockies vs New York Mets): NEW YORK METS 3-2 | Avg margin: +2.8 Apr 26: L vs Colorado Rockies 1-3 (-2) | Apr 24: L vs Colorado Rockies 3-4 (-1) | Jun 08: W @ New York Mets 13-5 (+8) | Jun 07: W @ New York Mets 8-1 (+7) | Jun 06: W @ New York Mets 4-2 (+2) NEW YORK METS LAST 5: 2-3 | Avg score: 4-4 | Avg margin: -0.4 Apr 26: L vs Colorado Rockies 1-3 (-2) | Apr 24: L vs Colorado Rockies 3-4 (-1) | Apr 23: W vs Minnesota Twins 10-8 (+2) | Apr 22: W vs Minnesota Twins 3-2 (+1) | Apr 21: L vs Minnesota Twins 3-5 (-2) COLORADO ROCKIES LAST 5: 3-2 | Avg score: 5-4 | Avg margin: +1.0 Apr 26: W @ New York Mets 3-1 (+2) | Apr 24: W @ New York Mets 4-3 (+1) | Apr 23: L vs San Diego Padres 8-10 (-2) | Apr 22: W vs San Diego Padres 8-3 (+5) | Apr 21: L vs San Diego Padres 0-1 (-1) NEW YORK METS RECENT STATS: 3.0 PPG (L10) | 5.0 allowed (L10) | -2.0 diff | 2-8 L10 COLORADO ROCKIES RECENT STATS: 4.3 PPG (L10) | 4.8 allowed (L10) | -0.5 diff | 6-4 L10 INJURIES — New York Mets: Francisco Lindor (10-Day-IL — Strain, return: 2026-06-01); Kevin Herget (Day-To-Day — injury, return: 2026-06-02); Jared Young (10-Day-IL — injury, return: 2026-07-01); Joey Gerber (15-Day-IL — Abrasion, return: 2026-04-29); A.J. Minter (15-Day-IL — Surgery, return: 2026-05-01); Mike Tauchman (Out — Surgery, return: 2026-05-15); Justin Hagenman (60-Day-IL — injury, return: 2026-05-27); Robert Stock (Out — Surgery, return: 2026-09-01); Grae Kessinger (Out — Not Specified, return: 2026-05-15); Dedniel Nunez (60-Day-IL — Surgery, return: 2026-09-01); Tylor Megill (60-Day-IL — Surgery, return: 2027-02-01); Reed Garrett (60-Day-IL — Surgery, return: 2027-02-01) INJURIES — Colorado Rockies: Willi Castro (Day-To-Day — Soreness, return: 2026-04-28); Kyle Freeland (15-Day-IL — Inflammation, return: 2026-04-28); Ryan Feltner (15-Day-IL — Pinched Nerve, return: 2026-05-29); Jeff Criswell (60-Day-IL — Surgery, return: 2026-05-01); McCade Brown (60-Day-IL — Inflammation, return: 2026-05-24); RJ Petit (60-Day-IL — Surgery, return: 2027-06-01); Pierson Ohl (60-Day-IL — Surgery, return: 2027-04-01); Case Williams (Day-To-Day — Soreness, return: 2026-06-01); Brayan Castillo (Day-To-Day — Soreness, return: 2026-06-01); Kris Bryant (60-Day-IL — Surgery, return: 2026-06-01) RANKINGS (last 10g): New York Mets: #28, score: 17.9, L10: 2-8, ATS: 30% | Colorado Rockies: #12, score: 59.7, L10: 6-4, ATS: 70%

Minnesota Twins @ Tampa Bay Rays — 1:40 PM ET

The Minnesota Twins travel to Tampa Bay to face the Rays, both teams looking to maintain momentum towards the postseason; a win could further solidify their playoff aspirations.

H2H LAST 5 (Minnesota Twins vs Tampa Bay Rays): TAMPA BAY RAYS 5-0 | Avg margin: +3.0 Apr 26: W vs Minnesota Twins 4-2 (+2) | Apr 25: W vs Minnesota Twins 6-1 (+5) | Apr 24: W vs Minnesota Twins 6-2 (+4) | Apr 05: W @ Tampa Bay Rays 4-1 (+3) | Mar 21: W vs Minnesota Twins 3-2 (+1) TAMPA BAY RAYS LAST 5: 4-1 | Avg score: 6-4 | Avg margin: +2.0 Apr 26: W vs Minnesota Twins 4-2 (+2) | Apr 25: W vs Minnesota Twins 6-1 (+5) | Apr 24: W vs Minnesota Twins 6-2 (+4) | Apr 22: W vs Cincinnati Reds 6-1 (+5) | Apr 21: L vs Cincinnati Reds 6-12 (-6) MINNESOTA TWINS LAST 5: 0-5 | Avg score: 3-6 | Avg margin: -2.8 Apr 26: L @ Tampa Bay Rays 2-4 (-2) | Apr 25: L @ Tampa Bay Rays 1-6 (-5) | Apr 24: L @ Tampa Bay Rays 2-6 (-4) | Apr 23: L @ New York Mets 8-10 (-2) | Apr 22: L @ New York Mets 2-3 (-1) TAMPA BAY RAYS RECENT STATS: 4.6 PPG (L10) | 4.5 allowed (L10) | +0.1 diff | 6-4 L10 MINNESOTA TWINS RECENT STATS: 3.4 PPG (L10) | 5.5 allowed (L10) | -2.1 diff | 1-9 L10 INJURIES — Tampa Bay Rays: Edwin Uceta (60-Day-IL — Strain, return: 2026-06-01); Alfredo Zarraga (Day-To-Day — Not Specified, return: 2026-06-01); Keyshawn Askew (Day-To-Day — Not Specified, return: 2026-04-28); Gavin Lux (10-Day-IL — Pinched Nerve, return: 2026-04-27); Joe Boyle (15-Day-IL — Strain, return: 2026-05-05); Ryan Pepiot (60-Day-IL — Inflammation, return: 2026-05-24); Michael Grove (60-Day-IL — Surgery, return: 2026-05-29); Mason Englert (15-Day-IL — Soreness, return: 2026-05-05); Garrett Cleavinger (15-Day-IL — Soreness, return: 2026-04-27); Steven Wilson (60-Day-IL — Inflammation, return: 2026-05-29); Manuel Rodriguez (60-Day-IL — Surgery, return: 2026-06-01) INJURIES — Minnesota Twins: Mick Abel (15-Day-IL — Inflammation, return: 2026-05-14); Travis Adams (15-Day-IL — Strain, return: 2026-04-27); David Festa (60-Day-IL — Pinched Nerve, return: 2026-05-24); Pablo Lopez (60-Day-IL — Surgery, return: 2027-04-01); Matt Canterino (Out — Surgery, return: 2026-05-01) RANKINGS (last 10g): Tampa Bay Rays: #8, score: 64.4, L10: 6-4, ATS: 67% | Minnesota Twins: #29, score: 12.9, L10: 1-9, ATS: 20%

New York Yankees @ Houston Astros — 2:10 PM ET

The New York Yankees face a tough test against the red-hot Houston Astros, with the Yankees aiming to prove they belong in the AL pennant race and the Astros looking to extend their winning streak.

H2H LAST 5 (New York Yankees vs Houston Astros): HOUSTON ASTROS 2-3 | Avg margin: -2.6 Apr 26: W vs New York Yankees 7-4 (+3) | Apr 25: L vs New York Yankees 3-8 (-5) | Apr 24: L vs New York Yankees 4-12 (-8) | Sep 04: L vs New York Yankees 4-8 (-4) | Sep 03: W vs New York Yankees 8-7 (+1) HOUSTON ASTROS LAST 5: 2-3 | Avg score: 4-6 | Avg margin: -2.2 Apr 26: W vs New York Yankees 7-4 (+3) | Apr 25: L vs New York Yankees 3-8 (-5) | Apr 24: L vs New York Yankees 4-12 (-8) | Apr 22: W @ Cleveland Guardians 2-0 (+2) | Apr 21: L @ Cleveland Guardians 5-8 (-3) NEW YORK YANKEES LAST 5: 4-1 | Avg score: 6-3 | Avg margin: +3.0 Apr 26: L @ Houston Astros 4-7 (-3) | Apr 25: W @ Houston Astros 8-3 (+5) | Apr 24: W @ Houston Astros 12-4 (+8) | Apr 23: W @ Boston Red Sox 4-2 (+2) | Apr 22: W @ Boston Red Sox 4-1 (+3) HOUSTON ASTROS RECENT STATS: 4.6 PPG (L10) | 6.0 allowed (L10) | -1.4 diff | 3-7 L10 NEW YORK YANKEES RECENT STATS: 6.4 PPG (L10) | 3.4 allowed (L10) | +3.0 diff | 8-2 L10 INJURIES — Houston Astros: Tatsuya Imai (15-Day-IL — Not Specified, return: 2026-05-08); Hunter Brown (15-Day-IL — Strain, return: 2026-05-29); Nate Pearson (15-Day-IL — Surgery, return: 2026-05-11); Taylor Trammell (10-Day-IL — Strain, return: 2026-05-01); Joey Loperfido (10-Day-IL — Strain, return: 2026-04-28); Jeremy Pena (10-Day-IL — Strain, return: 2026-05-08); Cody Bolton (15-Day-IL — Inflammation, return: 2026-04-28); Nick Allen (10-Day-IL — Spasms, return: 2026-04-28); Cristian Javier (60-Day-IL — Strain, return: 2026-06-08); Josh Hader (60-Day-IL — Tendinitis, return: 2026-05-24); Jake Meyers (10-Day-IL — Strain, return: 2026-05-01); Ronel Blanco (60-Day-IL — Surgery, return: 2026-08-01); Hayden Wesneski (60-Day-IL — Surgery, return: 2026-08-01); Brandon Walter (60-Day-IL — Surgery, return: 2027-02-01) INJURIES — New York Yankees: Angel Chivilli (15-Day-IL — Soreness, return: 2026-05-08); Carlos Rodon (15-Day-IL — Surgery, return: 2026-05-09); Gerrit Cole (15-Day-IL — Surgery, return: 2026-05-06); Anthony Volpe (10-Day-IL — Surgery, return: 2026-05-01); Clarke Schmidt (60-Day-IL — Surgery, return: 2026-08-01); Travis MacGregor (Day-To-Day — Not Specified, return: 2026-06-01) RANKINGS (last 10g): Houston Astros: #26, score: 35.4, L10: 3-7, ATS: 30% | New York Yankees: #1, score: 92.3, L10: 8-2, ATS: 80%

Washington Nationals @ Chicago White Sox — 2:10 PM ET

The Washington Nationals travel to Chicago to take on the White Sox, hoping to shake off recent woes and spoil a potential South Side party; the White Sox, meanwhile, will be eager to build on their successes and continue their pursuit of division supremacy.

H2H LAST 5 (Washington Nationals vs Chicago White Sox): CHICAGO WHITE SOX 2-3 | Avg margin: +0.8 Apr 26: L vs Washington Nationals 1-2 (-1) | Apr 25: L vs Washington Nationals 3-6 (-3) | Apr 24: W vs Washington Nationals 5-4 (+1) | Sep 28: W @ Chicago White Sox 8-0 (+8) | Sep 27: L @ Chicago White Sox 5-6 (-1) CHICAGO WHITE SOX LAST 5: 2-3 | Avg score: 4-5 | Avg margin: -0.8 Apr 26: L vs Washington Nationals 1-2 (-1) | Apr 25: L vs Washington Nationals 3-6 (-3) | Apr 24: W vs Washington Nationals 5-4 (+1) | Apr 23: W @ Arizona Diamondbacks 4-1 (+3) | Apr 22: L @ Arizona Diamondbacks 7-11 (-4) WASHINGTON NATIONALS LAST 5: 2-3 | Avg score: 4-5 | Avg margin: -0.8 Apr 26: W @ Chicago White Sox 2-1 (+1) | Apr 25: W @ Chicago White Sox 6-3 (+3) | Apr 24: L @ Chicago White Sox 4-5 (-1) | Apr 23: L vs Atlanta Braves 2-7 (-5) | Apr 22: L vs Atlanta Braves 6-8 (-2) CHICAGO WHITE SOX RECENT STATS: 5.6 PPG (L10) | 4.7 allowed (L10) | +0.9 diff | 5-5 L10 WASHINGTON NATIONALS RECENT STATS: 4.9 PPG (L10) | 5.4 allowed (L10) | -0.5 diff | 4-6 L10 INJURIES — Chicago White Sox: Jonathan Cannon (15-Day-IL — Inflammation, return: 2026-05-08); Austin Hays (10-Day-IL — Strain, return: 2026-04-27); Kyle Teel (10-Day-IL — Strain, return: 2026-05-08); Chris Murphy (15-Day-IL — Pinched Nerve, return: 2026-04-27); Prelander Berroa (60-Day-IL — Surgery, return: 2026-05-24); Brooks Baldwin (60-Day-IL — Surgery, return: 2027-02-01); Mason Adams (Day-To-Day — Surgery, return: 2026-07-01); Mike Vasil (60-Day-IL — Surgery, return: 2027-07-01); Ky Bush (60-Day-IL — Surgery, return: 2026-06-01); Drew Thorpe (15-Day-IL — Surgery, return: 2026-06-01); Tim Elko (Out — Surgery, return: 2026-07-01) INJURIES — Washington Nationals: Clayton Beeter (15-Day-IL — Soreness, return: 2026-05-08); Josiah Gray (60-Day-IL — Strain, return: 2026-05-29); Cole Henry (15-Day-IL — Strain, return: 2026-04-28); Ken Waldichuk (60-Day-IL — Sprain, return: 2026-06-01); Trevor Williams (60-Day-IL — Surgery, return: 2026-06-01); Jarlin Susana (Day-To-Day — Surgery, return: 2026-07-01); Travis Sykora (Day-To-Day — Surgery, return: 2027-02-01); DJ Herz (60-Day-IL — Surgery, return: 2026-07-01); Tyler Stuart (Out — Surgery, return: 2026-09-01) RANKINGS (last 10g): Chicago White Sox: #11, score: 60.1, L10: 5-5, ATS: 60% | Washington Nationals: #22, score: 47.0, L10: 4-6, ATS: 50%

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Pittsburgh Pirates @ Milwaukee Brewers — 2:10 PM ET

The Pirates and Brewers meet in a battle for NL Central relevance, with both teams seeking to gain ground on division leaders.

PITTSBURGH PIRATES LAST 3: 2-1 | Avg score: 4-3 | Avg margin: +1.3 Apr 26: L @ Milwaukee Brewers 0-5 (-5) | Apr 25: W @ Milwaukee Brewers 6-3 (+3) | Apr 24: W @ Milwaukee Brewers 6-0 (+6) MILWAUKEE BREWERS LAST 3: 1-2 | Avg score: 3-4 | Avg margin: -1.3 Apr 26: W vs Pittsburgh Pirates 5-0 (+5) | Apr 25: L vs Pittsburgh Pirates 3-6 (-3) | Apr 24: L vs Pittsburgh Pirates 0-6 (-6)

Seattle Mariners @ St. Louis Cardinals — 2:15 PM ET

The Mariners aim to continue their success against the Cardinals, who have struggled at times this season but remain dangerous at home.

SEATTLE MARINERS LAST 3: 3-0 | Avg score: 6-4 | Avg margin: +1.3 Apr 26: W @ St. Louis Cardinals 3-2 (+1) | Apr 25: W @ St. Louis Cardinals 11-9 (+2) | Apr 24: W @ St. Louis Cardinals 3-2 (+1) ST. LOUIS CARDINALS LAST 3: 0-3 | Avg score: 4-6 | Avg margin: -1.3 Apr 26: L vs Seattle Mariners 2-3 (-1) | Apr 25: L vs Seattle Mariners 9-11 (-2) | Apr 24: L vs Seattle Mariners 2-3 (-1)

Athletics @ Texas Rangers — 2:35 PM ET

The Athletics face the Rangers in an interleague matchup between two teams looking for consistency and momentum.

ATHLETICS LAST 3: 2-1 | Avg score: 4-2 | Avg margin: +2.3 Apr 26: W @ Texas Rangers 2-1 (+1) | Apr 25: L @ Texas Rangers 3-4 (-1) | Apr 24: W @ Texas Rangers 8-1 (+7) TEXAS RANGERS LAST 3: 1-2 | Avg score: 2-4 | Avg margin: -2.3 Apr 26: L vs Athletics 1-2 (-1) | Apr 25: W vs Athletics 4-3 (+1) | Apr 24: L vs Athletics 1-8 (-7)

Miami Marlins @ San Francisco Giants — 4:05 PM ET

The Giants host the Marlins, offering a chance for the Giants to extend their home dominance against a young and hungry opponent.

MIAMI MARLINS LAST 3: 1-2 | Avg score: 5-5 | Avg margin: -0.7 Apr 26: L @ San Francisco Giants 3-6 (-3) | Apr 25: L @ San Francisco Giants 2-6 (-4) | Apr 24: W @ San Francisco Giants 9-4 (+5) SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS LAST 3: 2-1 | Avg score: 5-5 | Avg margin: +0.7 Apr 26: W vs Miami Marlins 6-3 (+3) | Apr 25: W vs Miami Marlins 6-2 (+4) | Apr 24: L vs Miami Marlins 4-9 (-5)

San Diego Padres @ Arizona Diamondbacks — 4:05 PM ET

The Padres travel to Arizona to take on the Diamondbacks, hoping to build on their impressive record against the NL West's cellar dwellers.

SAN DIEGO PADRES LAST 3: 2-1 | Avg score: 6-7 | Avg margin: -0.3 Apr 25: W @ Arizona Diamondbacks 6-4 (+2) | Apr 23: W @ Colorado Rockies 10-8 (+2) | Apr 22: L @ Colorado Rockies 3-8 (-5) ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS LAST 3: 1-2 | Avg score: 5-6 | Avg margin: -0.3 Apr 25: L vs San Diego Padres 4-6 (-2) | Apr 23: L vs Chicago White Sox 1-4 (-3) | Apr 22: W vs Chicago White Sox 11-7 (+4)

Final Word

As we wrap up today's MLB action, there's no shortage of intriguing matchups to keep us entertained. From the fiery rivalry between the Phillies and Braves to the Red Sox facing a struggling Orioles team, there's plenty to sink our teeth into. But let's not forget about the always-exciting interleague showdown between the Yankees and Astros – a clash of two powerhouses that promises to deliver thrilling baseball. So grab your popcorn and settle in for an action-packed day on the diamond!