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Last updated: July 14, 2026, 5:30 AM ET

All-Star Game News and Roster Updates

Cristopher Sanchez of the Philadelphia Phillies will start the All-Star Game, taking the mound following his 11th victory against the Detroit Tigers. Kyle Schwarber of the Phillies for the National League in the All-Star Game, stepping in as a replacement for Shohei Ohtani. Three new starters for the American League include Riley Greene, Ben Rice, and Cody Bellinger. Don Mattingly, the interim manager for the Phillies under his Dodgers replacement at the All-Star Game, facing an AL team led by his former boss with the Blue Jays.

Player Performances and Milestones

The Boston Red Sox wrapped up a 9-0 road trip, their first such streak since 1977, by completing a sweep of the Mets with a 3-2 victory. Jake McCarthy of the Giants hit his second leadoff inside-the-park home run of the season, though his team ultimately lost 3-1 to the Rockies. The Yankees completed a three-game sweep of the Washington Nationals, with Ben Rice's two-run triple in the eighth inning helping secure a 5-3 win and marking their third rally from the eighth inning or later in the series.

Injuries and Team Changes

The Oakland Athletics have fired pitching coach Scott Emerson amid a nine-game losing streak, with bullpen coach Dan Hubbs taking over on an interim basis. Orioles third baseman Blaze Alexander suffered a non-displaced fracture in his left hand after being hit by a pitch on Sunday. Mariners starting pitcher Emerson Hancock exited their win in the second inning due to a bruised finger.

Draft and Futures Game Highlights

The Miami Marlins selected Japanese slugger Rintaro Sasaki out of Stanford in the eighth round of the amateur draft. Nathan Flewelling of Tampa Bay was named the MVP of the MLB Futures Game on Sunday, leading the American League to a 6-1 victory over the National League.

Player and Memorabilia News

Bryce Harper, among other All-Stars, stated that players will not agree to a salary cap, but believes there is still time to avoid a labor dispute. Harper also denied giving Fan Duel consent for a personalized fan video, while a lawsuit has been filed against the sportsbook. The cleats Shohei Ohtani wore during the 2025 Tokyo series, featuring his Kanji signature and an image of his dog, are up for auction. Jacob Misiorowski of the Milwaukee Brewers showcased a special Pokémon-themed All-Star Game glove that contains a Charizard card.