In a series of baseball notes, the Baltimore Orioles made a significant move by optioning outfielder Jackson Holliday back to Triple-A Norfolk. The decision comes after Holliday struggled to find success in his first call-up to the major leagues. Despite having high expectations as the consensus number one prospect, Holliday struck out 50 percent of the time and only recorded two hits in 36 plate appearances.

While the Orioles understand the importance of giving Holliday time to work through his struggles, the team couldn't afford to wait due to the strong performance of other players in the lineup. Holliday's return to Triple-A Norfolk is expected to be a temporary setback, as his potential and past performance in the minor leagues suggest a promising future for the young prospect.

In other news, Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Wade Miley will undergo Tommy John surgery after being placed on the injured list with elbow inflammation earlier in the week. The 37-year-old lefty will spend the next 10-12 months rehabilitating and will then decide whether to continue his baseball career. Surprisingly, Miley remains positive about the surgery, viewing it as an opportunity to reset and potentially extend his playing career.

Meanwhile, rookie pitcher Shota Imanaga of the Chicago Cubs showcased his talent in his Fenway Park debut. With his remarkable 84mph splitter, Imanaga struck out seven batters over 6.1 innings, leading the Cubs to a series-opening victory. This performance added to Imanaga's impressive start to the season, as he now holds a 4-0 record with a 0.98 ERA, 9.11 K/9, and 0.98 BB/9. The last pitcher to start 4-0 with an ERA under one in their first five starts was in 1945.

In other notable moments from yesterday's games, Cincinnati Reds player Elly De La Cruz showcased his base-running skills by stealing two bases, bringing his total to 17 stolen bases this season. De La Cruz becomes the sixth player in history to hit seven home runs and steal 15 or more bases in a single month, the first since 2004. Additionally, Oakland Athletics closer Mason Miller continued to impress with his performance, recording a pair of saves against the New York Yankees.

On the defensive side, Adam Frazier of the Kansas City Royals made an outstanding catch and doubled up a runner at first base to preserve a shutout for pitcher Seth Lugo. Lugo delivered an exceptional performance, going seven scoreless innings. The Royals' strong performance and Frazier's defensive skills are contributing to the team's growing reputation as an exciting and watchable team.

In injury news and other moves, the Atlanta Braves activated second baseman Ozzie Albies from the 10-day injured list. The Chicago White Sox made roster changes by selecting outfielders Tommy Pham and Rafael Ortega to the active roster, while designating outfielder Kevin Pillar and pitcher Bailey Horn for assignment. The Miami Marlins placed Jesús Luzardo on the 15-day injured list due to elbow tightness and recalled pitcher Anthony Maldonado from Triple-A. The New York Mets recalled designated hitter J.D. Martinez from Triple-A and designated infielder Zack Short for assignment. The Baltimore Orioles selected outfielder Ryan McKenna to the active roster and designated catcher David Bañuelos for assignment.

As the baseball season progresses, these notable events shape the landscape of the game, from top prospects facing challenges to the impact of injuries and impressive performances by both rookies and experienced players.