MLB Baseball 24 Hours

Last updated: July 11, 2026, 2:30 AM ET

Player News and Injury Updates

Shohei Ohtani was scratched from his Friday pitching start due to ongoing left knee irritation, and will also miss the All-Star Game. Cardinals infielder JJ Wetherholt agreed to an extension worth $112.5 million over eight years. Mets infielder Mark Vientos will miss six to eight weeks with a fractured right hand. Jacob de Grom will skip his next start for the Rangers with a glute and hip strain, though the team hopes he can avoid the injured list. The Royals activated first baseman Vinnie Pasquantino from the injured list after he missed over three weeks with a fractured right hamate bone as a result of his wrist injury. The Twins acquired reliever Tommy Nance from the Blue Jays for minor league catcher Ryan Sprock, seeking to bolster their bullpen.

All-Star Selections and Home Run Derby Participants

Cardinals catcher Iván Herrera was named to the National League All-Star team as an injury replacement for Shohei Ohtani. Phillies slugger Kyle Schwarber and White Sox rookie Munetaka Murakami have been added to the Home Run Derby field. Red Sox slugger Willson Contreras from seven games to five, allowing him to participate in the All-Star Game and Home Run Derby. Alan Porter will serve as the umpire crew chief and call balls and strikes for Tuesday's All-Star Game.

Milestones and Notable Performances

Toronto's Kazuma Okamoto on Friday night, tying Shohei Ohtani for the most by a Japanese-born rookie in a single season. Rookie Chicago White Sox center fielder Tristan Peters hit for the cycle on Friday night, becoming the first White Sox player to achieve the feat in nine years. Eduardo Valencia made history with a home run in his first MLB plate appearance for the Tigers, then honored Venezuela.

Team Transactions and Standings

The Marlins debuted at their highest ranking of the season, while the Padres' fall continues in the latest Power Rankings. Red Sox plane issues against the Mets. The Reds activated third baseman Ke'Bryan Hayes from the injured list before their game against the Cubs, while placing McLain on the 10-day IL as part of their roster moves. The Brewers signed free agent right-hander Bryse Wilson to aid their injury-depleted pitching staff. Yankees shortstop Anthony Volpe strongly denied a report that he refused to play second base earlier this season. Aaron Judge will have his injured rib imaged during the All-Star break, with the Yankees hopeful he is healing. Munetaka Murakami was reinstated from the IL by the White Sox on Friday after being sidelined by a strained right hamstring returning to the lineup.

Fantasy Baseball and Future Outlook

Eric Karabell offered insights on potential fantasy baseball developments, including whether McGonigle could be a top-10 hitter or Wheeler a Cy Young contender. Fantasy managers can find advice for setting Saturday lineups, with Griffin Jax looking to continue his strong performance as highlighted in the latest fantasy advice. The article also explores potential trade deadline additions for every MLB team, suggesting blockbuster moves like Tairk Skubal to an elite team or an All-Star traded within the NL East as part of ideal deadline acquisitions.