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Last updated: July 4, 2026, 8:32 PM ET

MLB Injury Report & Roster Moves

A wave of injuries has hit Major League Baseball teams, impacting several key players. The Seattle Mariners placed outfielder Julio Rodriguez on the seven-day injured list with a concussion after he was struck by a throw to the helmet placed on IL with concussion. Similarly, the San Diego Padres moved starting pitcher Randy Vásquez to the 15-day injured list due to a bruised right ankle goes 15-day IL. In New York, the Yankees announced that lefty Carlos Rodón will miss time with elbow inflammation and was placed on the 15-day IL Rodón on IL, while Orioles closer Ryan Helsley also landed on the 15-day injured list with elbow discomfort Helsley to IL.

Star Power & All-Star Watch

Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani is dealing with a right biceps issue that prompted him to be held out of Saturday's lineup after throwing a season-high 110 pitches on Friday Ohtani (bicep) held out. Manager Dave Roberts indicated it's unlikely Ohtani will pitch in the upcoming All-Star Game due to his adjusted schedule and workload management unlikely pitch ASG. Meanwhile, the MVP race is heating up as the All-Star break approaches, with players like Shohei Ohtani and Bryce Harper being considered frontrunners for the NL MVP award PCA Ohtani NL MVP?.

Pitcher Milestones & Returns

Aroldis Chapman of the Boston Red Sox has achieved a significant career milestone, becoming the all-time leader in strikeouts among relief pitchers rank among greatest relievers. On the return front, the Cincinnati Reds plan to activate pitcher Hunter Greene from the 60-day injured list for his season debut against the Baltimore Orioles on Saturday night Greene come off IL.

Team Standings & Transactions

The Tampa Bay Rays have climbed to the top spot in the AL Power Rankings, knocking the New York Yankees down a notch, while the Miami Marlins have cracked the top 10 in the latest weekly assessment Rays, Marlins bring Florida. In a move to bolster their offense, the Atlanta Braves signed former NL MVP outfielder Andrew McCutchen to a minor league contract as they search for veteran help sign McCutchen.

Ballpark Fare

As the Fourth of July approaches, MLB ballparks are preparing special culinary offerings for fans. From the Los Angeles Dodgers to the Washington Nationals, various teams are rolling out unique food items to celebrate the holiday ballparks serving up Fourth.