MLB Baseball 24 Hours

Last updated: July 23, 2026, 5:31 PM ET

MLB Power Rankings and Team Updates

The latest MLB have seen a significant shake-up following the All-Star break, with one AL contender making its debut in the Top. Meanwhile, the Boston Red Sox are showing signs of a potential season turnaround, sparking questions about the keys to their playoff hopes for the remainder of the season.

Player News and Injuries

In player news, Kansas City Royals shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. has been placed on the injured list for the first time in his career due to lower back tightness. Despite the injury, Salvador Perez tied George Brett's Royals franchise home run record with his 317th career homer on Wednesday. The Oakland Athletics have also placed right-hander J.T. Ginn on the 15-day injured list with a blister on his pitching hand.

League Operations and Rule Enforcement

New York Yankees shortstop José Caballero was charged with a pitch clock violation in the sixth inning, which resulted in a strikeout and the ejection of hitting coach James Rowson. Off the field, the MLB Players Association has called to preserve the current draft system after MLB proposed reducing the draft from 20 to 12 rounds, slashing amateur signing bonuses by over $150 million, and preventing high schoolers from entering the draft. Discussions on a new Collective Bargaining Agreement, including salary cap and other critical issues, remain ongoing between owners and players.