MLB Baseball 24 Hours

Last updated: July 14, 2026, 11:30 AM ET

All-Star Game Buzz and Player News

The MLB All-Star Game is drawing considerable attention, with Kyle Schwarber set to lead off for the National League as a replacement for Shohei Ohtani. The American League will see Riley Greene, Ben Rice, and Cody Bellinger in starting roles will start. Cristopher Sanchez of the Philadelphia Phillies has earned the starting nod for the NL in the All-Star Game, following his 11th victory against the Detroit Tigers. Don Mattingly, the interim manager for the Phillies, faces a unique situation coaching under his Dodgers replacement while managing against his former Blue Jays boss coaching under. Meanwhile, players like Paul Skenes, Juan Soto, and Bryce Harper have voiced their opposition to a salary cap, though they believe there is still time to reach an agreement.

On the Field: Slumps, Streaks, and Injuries

The Oakland Athletics have experienced a significant downturn, leading to the firing of pitching coach Scott Emerson amidst a nine-game losing streak. On a more positive note, the Boston Red Sox have achieved a remarkable feat, completing a 9-0 road trip with a 3-2 victory over the Mets, their first such streak since 1977 cap first. In injury news, Orioles third baseman Blaze Alexander suffered a non-displaced fracture in his left hand after being hit by a pitch on Sunday. Jake McCarthy of the Giants hit his second inside-the-park home run of the season, though his team ultimately fell to the Rockies has 2nd.

Draft Day and Future Prospects

The MLB draft has concluded, with Kiley McDaniel offering evaluations of each team's draft class. The Miami Marlins made a notable selection in the eighth round, drafting Japanese slugger Rintaro Sasaki out of Stanford. Fantasy managers can look to Eric Karabell's reports from the draft and Futures Game for insights into emerging prospects. Jordan Walker was crowned the 2026 Home Run Derby champion is your.

Olympic Ambitions and Player Endorsements

Discussions surrounding Major League Baseball's potential participation in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics are ongoing, but disagreements with the MLB Players Association present significant hurdles. In other player news, Bryce Harper has denied giving Fan Duel consent for a personalized video, which has led to a lawsuit against the sportsbook. Shohei Ohtani's cleats from his 2025 Tokyo series, featuring his Kanji signature and an image of his dog Decoy, are also making headlines.

Unique Gear and Player Highlights

Specialty equipment is making waves, with Milwaukee Brewers ace Jacob Misiorowski showcasing a Pokémon-themed All-Star Game glove containing a Charizard card glove is. The league is also celebrating its star players, with articles highlighting those who command attention, from Kyle Schwarber's "Schwarbombs" to Shohei Ohtani's unique appeal.