MLB Baseball 24 Hours

Last updated: July 20, 2026, 5:30 PM ET

MLB News and Notes

The Boston Red Sox on Sunday, tying their second-longest streak in franchise history. Willson Contreras contributed a two-run homer, and pitcher Sonny Gray allowed just one run over six innings in the 6-1 victory over the Tampa Bay Rays . In other news, Rintaro Sasaki will sign with the Miami Marlins, forgoing a professional career in Japan.

Player Updates and Milestones

Shohei Ohtani against the Philadelphia Phillies due to left knee irritation, stalling his return to the mound. Meanwhile, Rockies' Hunter Goodman of the season on Sunday, entering an exclusive club for the Colorado Rockies. Pirates rookie Esmerlyn Valdez is also making noise, becoming the fourth player in MLB history to record at least 12 home runs and 31 RBIs in their first 31 games.

Tragic Loss and Injury Concerns

The baseball world mourns the loss of Duane Ward, a key reliever for the Toronto Blue Jays' back-to-back World Series championships in the early 1990s, who died at the age of 62. On the injury front, Orioles catcher Samuel Basallo against the Astros with right shoulder discomfort. Braves catcher Drake Baldwin, returning from an oblique injury, had a career-best performance, going 5 for 5 with two home runs in Atlanta's 8-5 win.

Upcoming Events and League Matters

The highly anticipated Field of Dreams game is set to return on August 13th, with both the Twins and Phillies. In fantasy baseball news, several players are highlighted as available on waiver wires this week. Finally, an article examines the at the MLB Players Association bargaining table.