MLB Weekly Highlights: 2026-05-08 to 2026-05-14

Jacob Misiorowski was untouchable over the week, highlighted by his best game of 6.0 IP, 0 K, 0 ER vs New York Yankees, powering the Milwaukee Brewers to a 6-0 win. In two starts totaling 13 innings, the prospect struck out 21 batters without surrendering an earned run. He limited opponents to just 6 hits and 2 walks, showcasing elite command and dominance on the mound for the Brewers.

Kyle Schwarber unleashed his power in the best game of the week, going 3-for-4 with 2 HR and 2 RBI vs Colorado Rockies, leading the Philadelphia Phillies to a 6-0 victory. Across six games, he slugged six homers without a double, posting a 1.357 OPS in 25 at-bats. Schwarber scored 6 runs, drove in 9 RBI, swiped a base, and drew 3 walks despite 11 strikeouts, proving a consistent threat from the DH spot.

Dylan Cease anchored the week with his standout performance of 7.0 IP, 0 K, 1 ER vs Tampa Bay Rays, helping the San Diego Padres secure a 5-3 win over the Blue Jays’ opponent in context. In two outings spanning 14 innings, he fanned 19, allowed just 1 earned run on 8 hits and 3 walks. Cease’s efficiency and strikeout prowess highlighted his ace potential for the Padres.

Nick Kurtz exploded in his top performance, going 2-for-4 with 1 HR and 4 RBI vs St. Louis Cardinals, fueling the Athletics’ 6-2 triumph. Over six games, he hit .409 with a 1.428 OPS, ripping 3 doubles and 2 homers in 22 at-bats. Kurtz scored 7 runs, plated 8 RBI, stole a base, drew 4 walks, and struck out only 5 times, dominating from first base.

Byron Buxton lit up the week with a 2-for-4 effort including 2 HR and 2 RBI vs Miami Marlins, though the Twins fell 9-5 in that contest. In five games, he slashed .381 with a 1.506 OPS, hammering 2 doubles and 4 homers in 21 at-bats. Buxton scored 7 runs, added 6 RBI, stole 2 bases, drew 3 walks, and struck out 6 times in center field.

Luke Raley had a monster outing, smashing 2-for-5 with 2 HR and 7 RBI vs Chicago White Sox, propelling the Seattle Mariners to a 12-8 victory. Throughout six games, he hit .350 with a 1.385 OPS, launching 4 homers without doubles in 20 at-bats. Raley scored 7 runs, drove in 11 RBI, drew 2 walks, and struck out 6 times from right field.

JJ Bleday peaked with a 3-for-5 showing featuring 2 HR and 6 RBI vs Washington Nationals, sparking the Cincinnati Reds’ 15-1 rout in context, though for Athletics. In six games, he batted .350 with a 1.319 OPS, adding 1 double and 2 homers in 20 at-bats. Bleday scored 4 runs, knocked in 11 RBI, stole a base, walked 7 times, and fanned just 3 times in center.

Randy Arozarena dazzled in his best game, going 4-for-4 with 1 HR and 3 RBI vs Houston Astros, securing a 10-2 Seattle Mariners win. Over seven games, he hit .481 with a 1.229 OPS, collecting 2 doubles and 1 homer in 27 at-bats. Arozarena scored 8 runs, drove in 4 RBI, stole 3 bases, drew 2 walks, and struck out 8 times in left field.

Kyle Bradish shone brightest with 6.0 IP, 0 K, 0 ER vs New York Yankees, delivering a 7-0 shutout win for the Baltimore Orioles. In two starts totaling 13 innings, he struck out 17, permitted 3 earned runs on 6 hits and 4 walks. Bradish’s strong control and punchouts bolstered the Orioles’ rotation throughout the week.

Bobby Witt Jr. delivered in his highlight reel, 1-for-3 with 1 HR and 2 RBI vs Chicago White Sox, despite a 6-5 Royals loss. Across six games, he hit .364 with a 1.280 OPS, notching 1 double and 3 homers in 22 at-bats. Witt scored 5 runs, added 5 RBI, stole a base, walked 4 times, and struck out only twice at shortstop.

Paul Skenes anchored the Pittsburgh Pirates’ pitching staff with a gem in his only start of the week against the Colorado Rockies. He went 8.0 IP, 0 K, 0 ER, helping secure a tight 3-1 victory. Overall, Skenes posted an impeccable line across 1 game: 8.0 innings pitched, 10 strikeouts, zero earned runs on just 2 hits and 0 walks. His command was elite, not issuing a single free pass while limiting damage effectively. This performance highlights his prospect pedigree and potential as a staff ace for Pittsburgh, blending stamina with shutdown ability in a scoreless outing through eight frames.

Ryne Nelson showcased his top form in a strong outing versus the New York Mets, tossing 6.2 IP, 0 K, 1 ER despite the Diamondbacks falling 3-1. Building on that, Nelson excelled over two starts totaling 13.2 innings pitched, 15 strikeouts, just 4 earned runs on 6 hits and a single walk. His efficiency stood out with exceptional control, issuing only one free pass across nearly 14 innings while piling up whiffs. This week solidified Nelson’s role as a key starter for Arizona, mixing durability with strikeout prowess in a dominant stretch that limited opponents effectively.

Oneil Cruz powered up in his highlight game against the San Francisco Giants, going 1-for-5 with 1 HR and 1 RBI, though Pittsburgh dropped a 7-6 decision. Over six games, Cruz slashed .346 with a .991 OPS, ripping 3 doubles, 1 homer, swiping 2 bags, scoring 9 runs, driving in 2, drawing 3 walks against 9 strikeouts in 26 at-bats. His speed and extra-base pop fueled the Pirates’ offense, blending contact with thump and baserunning flair for a dynamic week that boosted his value in center field.

Rafael Devers crushed it in his best game versus the Los Angeles Dodgers, delivering 2-for-3 with 1 HR and 2 RBI in the Giants’ 9-3 rout. Across seven games, he hit .385 with 1.179 OPS, including 3 doubles, 2 homers, 6 runs scored, 3 RBI, 3 walks, and 10 strikeouts in 26 at-bats. Devers’ hot bat provided middle-order thump, consistently barreling balls for extra bases and driving the San Francisco lineup with power and patience at the plate.

Luis García Jr. erupted in a monster game against the Cincinnati Reds, smashing 3-for-5 with 2 HR and 2 RBI as the Nationals cruised 10-4. For the week in six games, he batted .500 with 1.545 OPS, adding 2 doubles, 2 homers, 4 runs, 6 RBI, 2 walks, and just 1 strikeout in 20 at-bats. García’s scorching contact and power surge ignited Washington’s offense, showing elite bat control with minimal whiffs and consistent hard contact from the two-hole.

Miguel Vargas homered twice in his standout effort against the Seattle Mariners, going 2-for-3 with 3 RBI in the White Sox’s 6-1 win. Over six games, he hit .400 with 1.250 OPS, featuring 1 double, 2 homers, 7 runs scored, 5 RBI, 4 walks, and 4 strikeouts in 20 at-bats. Vargas provided third-base stability with patient plate appearances and clutch power, fueling Chicago’s attack with speed on the bases and extra-base authority.

Daylen Lile exploded for 3-for-5 with 2 HR and 4 RBI against the Cincinnati Reds in the Nationals’ 10-4 triumph, his week’s highlight. In six games, he slashed .375 with 1.179 OPS, notching 2 doubles, 3 homers, 1 stolen base, 3 runs, 8 RBI, and 3 strikeouts in 24 at-bats without a walk. Lile’s power stroke and opportunistic baserunning added right-field pop, driving in runs at a high clip with hard contact throughout the week.

Heliot Ramos slugged 2-for-6 with 1 HR and 2 RBI versus the Pittsburgh Pirates in the Giants’ narrow 7-6 win, his top moment. Across seven games, he batted .321 with .959 OPS, collecting 4 doubles, 1 homer, 7 runs, 5 RBI, 3 walks, and 3 strikeouts in 28 at-bats. Ramos doubled up opponents with gap power and scoring knack, contributing steadily from left field with disciplined at-bats and extra-base hits.

Ben Brown impressed in his best game against the Texas Rangers, firing 4.0 IP, 0 K, 0 ER as the Cubs rolled 7-1. Over two appearances totaling 8.0 innings, he struck out 10, allowed 0 earned runs on 1 hit and 2 walks. Brown’s scoreless efficiency anchored Chicago’s staff, flashing swing-and-miss ability and groundball tendencies in a clean week that limited baserunners masterfully.

Yordan Alvarez went 3-for-3 with 1 HR and 1 RBI against the Seattle Mariners, though Houston lost 8-3 in his highlight game. In seven contests, he hit .333 with 1.133 OPS, including 2 doubles, 2 homers, 3 runs, 3 RBI, 6 walks, and 10 strikeouts in 24 at-bats. Alvarez’s disciplined approach and pull-side power kept the Astros dangerous, working counts deep and delivering extra-base production consistently.