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Last updated: July 10, 2026, 2:36 AM ET

All-Star Game and Home Run Derby Buzz

Alan Porter will serve as the crew chief and call balls and strikes for Tuesday's MLB All-Star Game in Philadelphia. Bryce Harper of the Phillies announced Tuesday he will participate in the Home Run Derby in front of his home crowd at Citizens Bank Park will compete. Cardinals outfielder Jordan Walker also confirmed his participation in the Home Run Derby take part. Red Sox slugger Willson Contreras had his suspension reduced from seven games to five, allowing him to play in the All-Star Game and Home Run Derby had suspension reduced.

Injury Updates and Player News

Yankees shortstop Anthony Volpe strongly denied a report that he refused to play second base earlier this season, calling the story "B.S." denied report. Aaron Judge will have his injured rib imaged during the All-Star break, with the Yankees hopeful the tests will show healing in the three-time AL MVP. Athletics outfielder Zack Gelof left Thursday night's game against the Tigers after appearing to injure his right knee on a sliding catch. Red Sox pitcher Ranger Suarez will miss the All-Star Game after being placed on the 15-day injured list with a left groin strain. Munetaka Murakami is expected to return to the White Sox on Friday after being sidelined with a strained right hamstring. Mets outfielder Mark Vientos is headed for the injured list after fracturing his right hand when he was hit by a pitch. The Brewers announced that an MRI revealed a new injury to Brandon Woodruff's shoulder, and they are seeking a second opinion.

Milestones and Future Outlooks

Eduardo Valencia made history Thursday with a home run in his first plate appearance for the Tigers, then spoke emotionally about his family and his earthquake-affected home country of Venezuela. The Blue Jays' Dylan Cease took a no-hitter into the ninth inning Wednesday before the Giants' Heliot Ramos broke it up with a line-drive single. Three-time Cy Young winner and 2011 AL MVP Justin Verlander, the oldest active player at, announced he will retire after the 2026 season to retire. Interim manager Don Mattingly expressed interest in managing the Phillies full time, given their playoff contention heading into the break. ESPN released its final 2026 MLB draft rankings, listing the top 250 prospects final rankings.