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Last updated: July 24, 2026, 11:30 AM ET

Trade Deadline Buzz and Player Movement

In a significant move to bolster their bullpen, the Pittsburgh Pirates from the San Diego Padres on Thursday. The deal was made in exchange for signing bonus pool considerations. Meanwhile, Rintaro Sasaki expressed his belief that signing with the Miami Marlins to his major league dreams, choosing the club over returning to Stanford or playing in Japan.

Team News and Front Office Changes

The Oakland Athletics have seen a change in ownership, as an investment group including Mark Cuban has purchased a minority stake in the franchise. This development comes ahead of the team's planned relocation to Las Vegas in 2028. In other team news, the Kansas City Royals for Thursday night's game against the Detroit Tigers due to a personal matter.

Injury Updates and Player Returns

Atlanta Braves star Ronald Acuña Jr. is nearing a return from the injured list and could be back for the team's series opener in Baltimore on Friday. On the pitching front, Detroit Tigers hurler Tarik Skubal stated his desire to finish the season with the club and pursue a World Series title.

League-Wide Standings and Power Dynamics

Following the All-Star break, the MLB Power Rankings, with an American League contender making its debut in the top. This shift comes as one team's historic win streak has officially come to an end. For those dynasty rankings for the for the next five years and beyond have also been released. Fantasy managers can also begin their strategic planning with the Week 17 forecaster, featuring pitcher and hitter ratings for the July 27-August 2 period.

Rule Enforcement and Game Incidents

The implementation of the pitch clock continues to draw attention, as Yankees shortstop José Caballero was charged with a violation in the sixth inning. The infraction resulted in a strikeout and the ejection of hitting coach James Rowson. Separately, President Donald Trump at the White House for their second visit, acknowledging them as one of the premier brands in sports. Trade deadline farm system reports for all 30 MLB teams are also available.