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Last updated: July 8, 2026, 11:30 PM ET

Pitching Performances and Player News

Dylan Cease came close to a no-hitter on Wednesday, carrying one into the ninth inning before the Giants' Heliot Ramos broke it up with a single. The White Sox are considering three players for the No. 1 pick in the MLB amateur draft: UCLA shortstop Roch Cholowsky, Georgia Tech catcher Vahn Lackey, and Texas high school shortstop Grady Emers as reported. Domingo Acevedo, a pitcher with Colorado's Triple-A team for a positive PED test.

All-Star Game and Player Milestones

The Los Angeles Angels from the injured list just in time for the All-Star Game in Philadelphia. Royals slugger Jac Caglianone, who has hit nine of his 14 homers in June and leads MLB in average home run distance. Zack Wheeler, feeling snubbed after not making the All-Star team, tied a career high with 14 strikeouts in a recent outing.

Injuries and Player Health

Red Sox catcher Willson Contreras had to leave a game after fouling a ball off his left foot, continuing a difficult season. The Brewers announced that an MRI revealed a new injury to Brandon Woodruff's shoulder capsule, and they are seeking a second opinion after initially diagnosing inflammation according to the team. Tigers All-Star catcher Dillon Dingler exited his game with an injured right hand, while the Athletics' Nick Kurtz left due to illness as noted.

Managerial Interest and Player Retirements

Interim manager Don Mattingly, with the club in playoff contention. Three-time Cy Young winner Justin Verlander, the oldest active player at. His departure marks the end of an era for elite MLB pitchers.

Offensive Records and Team Performances

Ryan O'Hearn, in his first season with the Pirates, set a club record by driving in 10 runs on three home runs in a 12-4 victory. The Yankees, in a 6-4 loss to the Rays, becoming the first American League team to reach that mark in consecutive nine-inning games. Tyler Tolbert of the Royals tied a major league record with hits in 12 consecutive plate appearances, achieving the feat with an infield single in a 16-12 win.

Draft and League Developments

The Women's Professional Baseball League on Wednesday for its four teams ahead of its inaugural season, with team names inspired by pioneering women. Phil Regan, a former major league pitcher and longtime pitching coach. The MLB draft is approaching, with rankings of the top 250 prospects available as published.