MLB Baseball 24 Hours

Last updated: July 23, 2026, 8:31 PM ET

AL Contenders and Player News

The MLB landscape saw some shifts following the All-Star break, with one American League team experiencing a significant win streak come to an end quite the shake-up. In player news, Atlanta Braves star Ronald Acuña Jr. could return from the injured list as early as Friday for the team's series in Baltimore. Meanwhile, Royals shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. heads IL for the first time in his career due to lower back tightness, and Salvador Perez with his 317th career home run.

Team Ownership and Future Moves

Mark Cuban's investment group, Harbinger Sports Partners, purchased a stake in the Oakland Athletics, a move that precedes the team's planned relocation to Las Vegas in 2028. In other team news, the Athletics also placed pitcher J.T. Ginn on the 15-day injured list with a blister on his pitching hand. Detroit Tigers pitcher Tarik Skubal to finish the season with the team and pursue a World Series title.

League Operations and Player Discipline

The player's association, MLBPA, has called to preserve the current draft system amid proposals from MLB to reduce rounds, cut amateur signing bonuses by over $150 million, and restrict high school players. New York Yankees shortstop José Caballero in the sixth inning, which resulted in a strikeout and the ejection of hitting coach James Rowson. The Kansas City Royals were without manager Matt Quatraro for their game against the Detroit Tigers due to a personal matter.

Team Honors and International Signings

President Donald Trump hosted the Dodgers at the White House, celebrating their World Series championship and acknowledging their status as a prominent sports brand. Rintaro Sasaki, a prospect, revealed that he chose to sign with the Miami Marlins, believing it offered the fastest route to the major leagues compared to returning to Stanford or playing in Japan. The Pittsburgh Pirates by acquiring reliever Ron Marinaccio from the San Diego Padres. The Boston Red Sox might be saving their season, with attention focused on the keys to their performance over the next two months as playoff hopefuls. The league continues to navigate negotiations regarding the collective bargaining agreement, salary cap, and other critical issues between owners and players. Additionally, to potential fantasy baseball stars, a list of the for the next five years has been compiled.