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Boyd, Correa Out; Marlins Cut Paddack; Cubs Walk-Off Victory

5/8/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Cubs pitcher Matthew Boyd tore his meniscus playing with his children, ending his season.
Astros third baseman Carlos Correa needed ankle-tendon surgery, ending his season.
Marlins, on a $73 million payroll, cut high-paid pitcher Chris Paddack to promote prospect Robbie Snelling.
Cubs won on a Pete Crow-Armstrong two-run walk-off, extending their home streak to fourteen games.

History

Historical Context

The 1994 MLB season, which began on April 3, ended on August 11 and the players’ strike began the following day, cancelling the postseason after 34 days and affecting over 260 players slated to earn more than $1 million. Teams mirrored that payroll shock in 2024, as injuries to Matthew Boyd and Carlos Correa and the Marlins’ release of Chris Paddack prompted roster cuts and a shift toward younger talent.

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Story summary

Cubs pitcher Matthew Boyd tore his meniscus playing with his children, ending his season.
Astros third baseman Carlos Correa needed ankle-tendon surgery, ending his season.
Marlins, on a $73 million payroll, cut high-paid pitcher Chris Paddack to promote prospect Robbie Snelling.
Cubs won on a Pete Crow-Armstrong two-run walk-off, extending their home streak to fourteen games.

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