MLB Baseball 24 Hours

Last updated: July 18, 2026, 2:30 PM ET

NL East Shakeups and Standings Battles

The Philadelphia Phillies to the New York Mets on Thursday, despite the hazy skies over Philadelphia. The Mets saw offensive outbursts from Francisco Alvarez, who homered twice, and Brett Baty, who also went deep. In other NL East news, Phillies reliever Brad Keller was diagnosed with a UCL tear, which will likely end his 2026 season. The Pittsburgh Pirates Robert Hassell III from the Washington Nationals in exchange for cash or a player to be named later.

AL East and Central Notes

New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone with starter Gerrit Cole during Friday night's 2-1 loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers. Meanwhile, Yankees star Aaron Judge has not yet been cleared for workouts as his broken rib has not fully healed. The Pirates and Cleveland Guardians due to air quality concerns stemming from wildfire smoke.

West Coast Contenders and Injury Updates

The Arizona Diamondbacks fell to the St. Louis Cardinals 5-4 on Friday, with Ketel Marte failing to challenge a called strike three for the final out. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts confirmed that Shohei Ohtani into his left knee, not a drainage. Seattle Mariners GM Justin Hollander is can return from a concussion on Saturday. The Oakland Athletics' Brent Rooker on Friday.

Contract Extensions and Trade Acquisitions

All-Star right-hander Chase Burns has agreed to a seven-year extension with the Cincinnati Reds worth $105 million. The Milwaukee Brewers in a trade with the Houston Astros and he will initially pitch out of the bullpen.

MLB Labor and Future Schedule

Even during the recent All-Star week celebrations, the prospect of a work stoppage loomed over the league. Major League Baseball is reportedly planning for an early Opening Day on March 24 next year, pending any labor disputes. Insiders are speculating about which teams will go all-in at the trade deadline and which stars could be dealt.