MLB Baseball 24 Hours

Last updated: July 25, 2026, 11:30 PM ET

Injuries Continue to Mount Across MLB

The injury bug continued its sweep through Major League Baseball Saturday. The Texas Rangers with a left calf strain. In Minnesota, the Twins from his start due to a left oblique strain. The Houston Astros with nerve irritation in his right foot. The New York Mets also dealt with an injury to Juan Soto, placing their star outfielder on the 10-day IL with a Grade 2 left calf strain, an injury expected to sideline him for a significant period.

Ohtani's Return to the Mound Remains Uncertain

Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts, stating the team opted to have him skip his scheduled bullpen session Saturday due to "a little bit of regression" after his last outing. Roberts later added that he does not expect Ohtani to return to the rotation next week and the team will not rush his mound return.

Player Milestones and Transactions

Salvador Perez etched his name in the record books for the Kansas City Royals, hitting his 318th career home run to surpass George Brett's franchise mark. In Oakland, the Athletics and slotted him into the lineup as the designated hitter. The Boston Red Sox are also from the injured list to start Sunday's series finale.

Trade Buzz and Future Outlook

With the trade deadline approaching, reports continue to surface regarding potential player movement. Injured pitcher Clay Holmes is reportedly available in trade talks for the New York Mets. Meanwhile, Pete Crow-Armstrong for the 2026 Major League Baseball pre-arbitration bonus pool, highlighting the league's focus on young talent. In the minor leagues, Marlins right-hander Eiver Mosquera for a positive test for boldenone.