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Last updated: July 19, 2026, 11:30 AM ET

Pitching Prowess and Injury Woes

The Orioles have secured a key piece of their rotation, agreeing to a $90 million, five-year extension with right-hander Kyle Bradish agreed to a five-year extension. Meanwhile, the Milwaukee Brewers are facing another setback as starting pitcher Brandon Woodruff announced he will undergo anterior capsule surgery on his right shoulder for the second time. In a positive development for the Cubs' pitching staff, they acquired right-hander Aaron Civale from the Athletics in exchange for minor league pitcher Aiden Moffett. The Colorado Rockies activated pitcher Tomoyuki Sugano off the injured list, and he started effectively against the Reds, pitching into the seventh inning of a 10-3 victory. Pirates right-hander Jared Jones continued his dominant stretch, retiring 30 consecutive batters before his streak ended in a 7-1 win over the Guardians.

Offensive Notes and Player Milestones

In a unique moment, former Cubs first baseman Anthony Rizzo, attending a ceremony for the 2016 championship team, caught a solo home run hit by current Cubs first baseman Michael Busch while in the bleachers. The Red Sox continued their impressive run, extending their winning streak to 12 games after a four-run rally in their victory over the Rays. Seattle outfielder Julio Rodriguez, a three-time All-Star, was activated from the seven-day injured list after suffering a concussion and rejoined the Mariners' lineup.

Injury Updates and Roster Moves

Superstar outfielder Aaron Judge's recovery from a fractured rib continues to be a concern for the New York Yankees, as he will need another scan before resuming significant activity and has been moved to the 60-day injured list. Manager Aaron Boone expressed regret over his decision to leave Gerrit Cole in the game during a recent 1-0 loss to the Dodgers. Dodgers two-way star Shohei Ohtani received a lubricant injection in his left knee, not a fluid drainage, according to manager Dave Roberts.

Team Strategies and Future Outlook

The prospect of a labor dispute loomed over MLB even during All-Star week festivities in Philadelphia. The Mets interim manager, Andy Green, stated the club is fully compliant with Major League Baseball's directives regarding artificial intelligence usage after a report singled out the organization. The Reds are making a significant investment in their future, signing starter Chase Burns to a seven-year, $105 million contract. The Arizona Diamondbacks faced a tough loss in which Ketel Marte did not challenge a checked swing on a pitch that replays indicated was high and out of the strike zone for the final out. The scheduled game between the Pirates and Guardians in Cleveland was postponed due to concerns over air quality stemming from wildfire smoke.