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In The Rafters · Today’s Top Headlines · Wednesday, May 6
The most concrete news of the last 24 hours, organized by league. Tap any headline for the full story; tap a league to drop into its hub. NBA Embiid out for 76e…
May 6, 2026
Rafty’s Game of the Day for Wednesday, May 6: Philadelphia 76ers at New York Knicks
Rafty’s pre-game predictions for every game on today’s slate, sorted by model confidence within each league. Predictions are computed from points-fo…
May 6, 2026
Rodón likely back Sunday; Cole still weeks away
Yankees manager Aaron Boone said left-hander Carlos Rodón will probably make his season debut against Milwaukee on Sunday, while Gerrit Cole needs two or three …
May 6, 2026
Yankees to start Will Warren against Eovaldi and Rangers
Warren takes the mound for New York in a matchup against Texas and the Rangers' ace. The Yankees will start Will Warren against Nathan Eovaldi and the Rang…
May 6, 2026
Mariners beat Braves 3-1 at home
Seattle won the Wednesday matchup at T-Mobile Park. The Mariners defeated the Braves 3-1 at T-Mobile Park on Wednesday. Box score, play-by-play, and Rafters Edg…
May 6, 2026
Pagan out 4-8 weeks with Grade 2 strain; Antone called up
Cincinnati's closer will miss significant time, and the Reds have promoted a reliever to cover the gap. Reds closer Emilio Pagan has a Grade 2 strain and w…
May 6, 2026
Glasnow exits start with back spasms, undergoes testing
The Dodgers' ace left Tuesday's win over Houston and will be evaluated further. Tyler Glasnow exited the Dodgers' 12-2 win over Houston on Tuesda…
May 6, 2026
Emilio Pagan out 4-8 weeks with Grade 2 hamstring strain
Cincinnati's closer heads to the IL mid-season. Emilio Pagan is out 4-8 weeks with a Grade 2 hamstring strain. The Reds' relief pitcher will miss a si…
May 6, 2026
Embiid out for 76ers Game 2 vs. Knicks with ankle sprain, hip soreness
Philadelphia's center misses Game 2 while down 1-0 in the series. Joel Embiid is out for the 76ers' Game 2 against the Knicks with a right ankle sprai…
May 6, 2026
Framber Valdez accepts 5-game suspension for throwing at Trevor Story
The Tigers pitcher will miss time after hitting the Red Sox shortstop Tuesday night. Framber Valdez has accepted a five-game suspension for hitting Trevor Story…
May 6, 2026
Russell Wilson weighing Jets offer against TV career
Wilson has a decision to make on his next move as a player or broadcaster. Russell Wilson said Wednesday he is weighing a contract offer from the New York Jets …
May 6, 2026
Rodón nears Yankees return after October elbow surgery
The left-hander could make his 2026 debut Sunday against Milwaukee as New York's rotation depth improves. Carlos Rodón is on track to make his season debut…
May 6, 2026
Matthew Boyd undergoes meniscus surgery, lands on IL
The Cubs left-hander will miss time with a left-knee injury; no return timeline announced. Matthew Boyd is undergoing meniscus surgery on his left knee. Manager…
May 6, 2026
Gavin Sheets homers as San Diego Padres beat San Francisco Giants
1-3 · 1 HR · 1 RBI · 1 R Gavin Sheets went 1-3 at the plate for San Diego Padres in their win over San Francisco Giants, driving in 1 run with 1 home run, 1 run…
May 6, 2026
Brice Matthews homers in Houston Astros loss
1-4 · 1 HR · 1 RBI · 1 R Brice Matthews went 1-4 at the plate for Houston Astros in their loss over Los Angeles Dodgers, driving in 1 run with 1 home run, 1 run…
May 6, 2026
Adrian Houser (6.0 IP, 1 ER) in San Francisco Giants loss
6.0 IP · 3 H · 1 ER · 3 K · 1 BB Adrian Houser worked 6.0 innings on the mound for San Francisco Giants, allowing 3 hits and 1 earned run while striking out 3 a…
May 6, 2026
Andrew Vaughn HR, 3 RBI as Milwaukee Brewers beat St. Louis Cardinals
2-4 · 1 HR · 3 RBI · 1 R Andrew Vaughn went 2-4 at the plate for Milwaukee Brewers in their win over St. Louis Cardinals, driving in 3 runs with 1 home run, 1 r…
May 6, 2026
Andy Pages mashes 3 HR as Los Angeles Dodgers beat Houston Astros
3-5 · 3 HR · 6 RBI · 3 R Andy Pages went 3-5 at the plate for Los Angeles Dodgers in their win over Houston Astros, driving in 6 runs with 3 home runs, 3 runs s…
May 6, 2026
Cavs’ Merrill has MRI on left hamstring after Game 1 injury
Cleveland's reserve guard sustained the injury in the playoff loss to Detroit. Cavaliers reserve guard Sam Merrill underwent an MRI on his left hamstring a…
May 6, 2026
Flyers’ Cates ruled out for series vs. Hurricanes
Philadelphia loses a center to lower-body injury during playoff matchup. Noah Cates is out for the remainder of Philadelphia's playoff series against Carol…
May 6, 2026
Hornets’ Brandon Miller undergoes left shoulder surgery
Miller is ruled out indefinitely with no recovery timeline provided. Hornets forward Brandon Miller underwent surgery to address instability in his left shoulde…
May 6, 2026
Ric Flair criticizes Luka Doncic over injury status
The wrestling legend weighed in on the Mavericks star's playoff availability. Ric Flair criticized Luka Doncic over his injury status, calling for the Lake…
May 6, 2026
Reds recall Tejay Antone two years after third Tommy John surgery
The right-hander returns to Cincinnati's bullpen after a lengthy recovery. The Reds recalled Tejay Antone from the minors, more than two years after underg…
May 6, 2026
Red Sox seek sweep of Tigers with Gray returning from IL
Boston has won the first two games of the series and gets its ace back for Wednesday's finale. Sonny Gray returns from the injured list Wednesday as the Re…
May 6, 2026
Framber Valdez suspended for hit-by-pitch incident vs. Red Sox
The Tigers pitcher faces a league-issued ban after drilling Trevor Story. Detroit pitcher Framber Valdez has been suspended by MLB following a hit-by-pitch that…
May 6, 2026
Gleyber Torres joins Tigers on IL
Detroit adds Torres to injured list alongside starter Tarik Skubal. Gleyber Torres has been placed on the injured list, joining Tigers starter Tarik Skubal on t…
May 6, 2026
Tyler Glasnow exits Dodgers-Astros game with back injury
The Dodgers lose their ace early in a key divisional matchup. Tyler Glasnow left Wednesday's game against Houston in the second inning with a back injury. …
May 6, 2026
Joel Embiid ruled out for Game 2 vs. Knicks
The 76ers will be without their star center for tonight's playoff game. Joel Embiid has been ruled out for Game 2 against the Knicks. The 76ers' forme…
May 6, 2026
Embiid out for Game 2 vs. Knicks with hip and ankle issues
Philadelphia loses its former MVP for tonight's playoff game. Joel Embiid will not play in Game 2 against the Knicks tonight. The 76ers' former MVP is…
May 6, 2026
Max Fried, Shohei Ohtani lead early Cy Young races
Last year's winners sidelined or underperforming, opening the field for new contenders in both leagues. Max Fried and a Yankees pair lead the AL Cy Young r…
May 6, 2026
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