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Last updated: July 10, 2026, 5:30 PM ET

All-Star Break Buzz and Injury Updates

Shohei Ohtani on Friday due to ongoing left knee irritation, sidelining him from his scheduled pitching appearance. The Angels' star slugger will also miss the All-Star Game. Meanwhile, Red Sox pitcher Ranger Suarez after landing on the 15-day injured list with a left groin strain. Mets infielder Mark Vientos is headed for the injured list after fracturing his right hand on Thursday when he was hit by a pitch. Athletics outfielder Zack Gelof left the game in the third inning Thursday night, appearing to injure his right knee while making a sliding catch.

Yankees shortstop Anthony Volpe that he refused to play second base earlier this season, calling the since-retracted story "B.S." and saying he was caught "off guard." His teammate, Aaron Judge during the All-Star break, with the Yankees hopeful the tests show improvement for the three-time AL MVP.

Contract Extensions and Roster Moves

Infielder JJ Wetherholt and the Cardinals are in agreement on an eight-year, $112.5 million contract extension, sources told ESPN. The Twins, seeking to bolster their bullpen, are acquiring right-handed reliever Tommy Nance from the Blue Jays for minor league catcher/third baseman Ryan Sprock. Munetaka Murakami was reinstated from the IL by the White Sox on Friday after being sidelined by a strained right hamstring.

Home Run Derby Field Takes Shape

Phillies slugger Kyle Schwarber was added to the Home Run Derby on Friday, joining teammate Bryce Harper for Monday's event in Philadelphia. Bryce Harper himself will compete in the Home Run Derby in front of a hometown crowd at Citizens Bank Park. Red Sox slugger Willson Contreras from seven games to five, making him eligible for the All-Star Game and Home Run Derby.

Fantasy Baseball Outlook and League Standings

Eric Karabell looks ahead to what might occur in fantasy baseball, questioning if Anthony Volpe could be a top-10 hitter and if Zack Wheeler is a Cy Young candidate. For fantasy managers preparing for Saturday's action, Griffin Jax as part of the essential advice for setting lineups. The Marlins of 2026 in the latest Power Rankings, while the Padres' fall continues.

Debut Milestones and Umpire Assignments

Eduardo Valencia with a home run in his first plate appearance for the Tigers. He then became emotional while thanking his family and his home country of earthquake-rocked Venezuela. Alan Porter will be the umpire crew chief and call balls and strikes for Tuesday's All-Star Game at Philadelphia.