MLB Baseball 24 Hours

Last updated: July 27, 2026, 5:30 AM ET

Hall of Fame Inductions and Notable Player Achievements

The hallowed halls of Cooperstown welcomed new legends on Sunday as Andruw Jones, Carlos Beltran, and Jeff Kent were officially enshrined in baseball's Hall of Fame officially arrived. Their diverse careers, spanning multiple countries and a dozen teams, were celebrated as they joined the pantheon of baseball greats. In other individual milestones, Mike Trout recorded his first four-hit game in over five years, also surpassing Tim Salmon on the Angels' all-time doubles and singles lists. Meanwhile, Salvador Perez continued to etch his name in the record books, hitting his 318th career home run to break George Brett's franchise record for the Royals.

Team Performances and Roster Moves

The Atlanta Braves maintained their grip on first place, securing a hard-fought 3-2 victory in 11 innings over their opponent, aided by a strategic intentional walk paid off. The Miami Marlins' struggles deepened, as their losing streak extended to a franchise-record 12 games after being swept by the San Diego Padres. On the transaction wire, the Red Sox traded left-hander Connelly Early to the Nationals in exchange for infielder Curtis Mead. The Athletics saw a significant addition to their ownership group with former pitcher Chan Ho Park becoming the first Korean to purchase a stake in a major league club purchase a stake. However, a somber note for the A's came with the news that All-Star catcher Shea Langeliers might miss the remainder of the 2026 season due to a torn meniscus.

Injury Updates and Pitching Highlights

Several key players found themselves on the injured list, impacting their teams' outlooks. Mets All-Star Juan Soto was diagnosed with a Grade 2 left calf strain and is expected to miss considerable time. The Yankees also suffered a setback with All-Star outfielder Cody Bellinger landing on the 10-day IL with a left hamstring strain landed on the 10-day IL. In Texas, third baseman Josh Jung was placed on the 10-day injured list with a left calf strain, prompting the recall of veteran infielder Josh Smith placed on the 10-day injured list. Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani experienced a slight setback in his recovery, leading to him skipping a scheduled bullpen session as the team remains cautious opted to have him skip. On the pitching front, Corey Seager took live batting practice for the first time since his back injury, offering a glimmer of hope for the Rangers.

Brewers' Record-Setting Performance and Pirates' Birthday Blast

Milwaukee's Jacob Misiorowski delivered a franchise-record performance on Sunday, striking out the first seven Colorado Rockies batters he faced and ultimately fanning 12 of the first 13 in his outing. In a birthday celebration, Ryan O'Hearn hit a grand slam on his 33rd birthday, helping the Pittsburgh Pirates to an 8-7 victory over the Chicago Cubs and avoiding a sweep. The Brewers also designated veteran pitcher Lance McCullers Jr. for assignment less than two weeks after acquiring him designated for assignment.

Mets' Pitcher Reflects on Potential Departure and Other Notes

As the Aug. 3 trade deadline approaches and the Mets' playoff hopes fade, pitcher Freddy Peralta acknowledged the likelihood of his departure from the team. Max Scherzer is slated to return from the injured list and start on Monday, coinciding with his 42nd birthday. Dylan Beavers continued his knack for clutch hitting, delivering his third walk-off hit for the Orioles in his young career.