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Last updated: July 11, 2026, 8:31 AM ET

All-Star Game and Home Run Derby Updates

Shohei Ohtani will not pitch in his scheduled start Friday and will also miss the All-Star Game due to continued left knee irritation. Cardinals catcher Iván Herrera was named as an injury replacement for Ohtani on the National League roster named to the NL All-Star team. Phillies slugger Kyle Schwarber and White Sox rookie Munetaka Murakami will participate in the Home Run Derby, rounding out the eight-man field for Monday's contest in Philadelphia named as participants. Red Sox slugger Willson Contreras had his suspension reduced from seven games to five, allowing him to play in both the All-Star Game and the Home Run Derby suspension reduced. Alan Porter will serve as the umpire crew chief and call balls and strikes for Tuesday's All-Star Game.

Player Milestones and Performances

Braves first baseman Matt Olson played in his 741st consecutive game, surpassing Dale Murphy for the franchise's Iron Man record. Toronto's Kazuma Okamoto hit his 22nd home run Friday, tying Shohei Ohtani for the most by a Japanese-born rookie in a single season in MLB history. Rookie Chicago White Sox center fielder Tristan Peters hit for the cycle Friday night, becoming the first White Sox player to accomplish the feat in nine years hit for the cycle. Eduardo Valencia homered in his first MLB plate appearance for the Tigers on Thursday, later honoring his home country of Venezuela.

Injuries and Roster Moves

Mets infielder/designated hitter Mark Vientos will miss six to eight weeks with a fractured right hand. Jacob de Grom will skip his next start for the Rangers due to a glute and hip strain, with the team hoping rest will keep him off the injured list. The Royals activated first baseman Vinnie Pasquantino from the injured list Friday after he missed over three weeks with a fractured right hamate bone activated from the IL. The Reds activated third baseman Ke'Bryan Hayes off the injured list before their game Friday night against the Cubs. The Twins acquired right-handed reliever Tommy Nance from the Blue Jays for minor league catcher/third baseman Ryan Sprock. The Brewers signed free agent right-hander Bryse Wilson to bolster their pitching staff. Munetaka Murakami was reinstated from the IL by the White Sox on Friday after being sidelined with a strained right hamstring reinstated from the IL. Yankees shortstop Aaron Judge will have his injured rib tested during the All-Star break as the team remains cautious.

Contract News and Reports

Infielder JJ Wetherholt and the Cardinals are nearing an agreement on an eight-year, $112.5 million contract extension in agreement on a deal. Yankees shortstop Anthony Volpe strongly denied a report that he refused to play second base earlier this season, calling the since-retracted story "B.S." denied a report.

League Standings and Fantasy Advice

The Marlins debut at their highest ranking of 2026 while the Padres' fall continues in the latest Power Rankings, offering a look at teams ahead of the midseason break. Fantasy managers can look to Eric Karabell's analysis for insights into potential future performances. Saturday's fantasy baseball lineup advice includes a look at Griffin Jax's potential performance. The article "The perfect trade deadline addition for every MLB ..." explores hypothetical moves for every World Series hopeful.

Other News

The Red Sox faced a delayed start to their game against the Mets due to their team plane being grounded for nearly 24 hours.