Rutschman's Elbow Drama and Astros' Contract Circus

Adley Rutschman, the Orioles' catcher, is battling a hyperextended elbow, which means he’ll be in and out of the lineup for the 2026 season. Meanwhile, the Astros are playing it smart with contracts, avoiding long-term commitments under owner Jim Crane. They want to keep things flexible while trying to hold onto stars like Hunter Brown and Jeremy Peña. It’s a real circus in MLB!