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Last updated: July 19, 2026, 2:30 PM ET

AL East Shakeups and Streaks

The Baltimore Orioles have secured a key arm, agreeing to a five-year extension worth $90 million with starting pitcher Kyle Bradish agreed to a contract. Meanwhile, the Boston Red Sox continued their impressive run, extending their winning streak to 12 games after a dramatic 4-run rally to defeat the Tampa Bay Rays. In a significant move for their pitching staff, the Chicago Cubs acquired right-hander Aaron Civale from the Oakland Athletics in exchange for minor league pitcher Aiden Moffett.

NL Central Pitching News

The Milwaukee Brewers received difficult news regarding Brandon Woodruff, who announced he will undergo another anterior capsule surgery on his right shoulder. On a positive note for the Pittsburgh Pirates, right-hander Jared Jones achieved a remarkable feat, retiring 30 consecutive batters, a streak that concluded in a 7-1 victory over the Cleveland Guardians. The Pirates' game against the Guardians on Friday was postponed due to poor air quality caused by wildfire smoke.

Injury Updates and Player Transactions

Seattle Mariners outfielder Julio Rodriguez has been activated from the seven-day injured list and is set to bat second against the Giants. The New York Yankees have moved superstar outfielder Aaron Judge to the 60-day injured list, with another scan required as his fractured rib continues to heal. Yankees manager Aaron Boone expressed regret over sticking with starter Gerrit Cole in a recent 2-1 loss to the Dodgers. Los Angeles Dodgers' two-way star Shohei Ohtani received a lubricant injection in his left knee, not a fluid drainage, according to manager Dave Roberts.

Other Notable MLB Happenings

In a unique moment, former Cubs first baseman Anthony Rizzo, present for a ceremony honoring the 2016 team, caught a home run hit by current Cubs first baseman Michael Busch from the bleachers. The Colorado Rockies activated pitcher Tomoyuki Sugano from the injured list, and he pitched effectively into the seventh inning in a 10-3 win over the Cincinnati Reds. The Reds also announced a significant long-term deal, signing starter Chase Burns to a seven-year contract worth $105 million. Arizona Diamondbacks' Ketel Marte was unable to challenge a called third strike on a questionable pitch in the final out of a 5-4 loss to the Cardinals. Mets interim manager Andy Green stated the club is fully compliant with Major League Baseball's policies regarding artificial intelligence usage stated the club is fully compliant. The prospect of a labor dispute loomed over this year's All-Star week festivities.