MLB Baseball 24 Hours

Last updated: July 28, 2026, 2:31 AM ET

Player Injuries and Roster Moves

Several players exited games with injuries across MLB on Monday. Boston Red Sox infielder Curtis Mead in the fourth inning after being hit by a pitch on the left wrist. San Francisco Giants third baseman Casey Schmitt in the second inning due to an apparent leg injury. Pittsburgh Pirates rookie outfielder Esmerlyn Valdez was also removed from his game after a pitch struck his left hand. The Cincinnati Reds placed utility man Spencer Steer on the 10-day injured list with a right wrist sprain as announced Monday. In more significant roster news, All-Star outfielder Cody Bellinger of the New York Yankees will miss four to six weeks with a Grade 2 left hamstring strain.

Mid-Season Struggles and Injury Updates

The Chicago Cubs designated veteran pitcher Jameson Taillon for assignment on Monday following a rough outing where he in four innings against the Pirates. Meanwhile, in a positive update, New York Mets outfielder Juan Soto, sidelined with a Grade 2 calf strain, stated he is "100%" and expects to return this season. Athletics prospect Ryan Lasko, who suffered a broken back four weeks ago that he is regaining feeling in his legs. Season-ending surgeries are scheduled for Tuesday for Athletics All-Star catcher Shea Langeliers and pitcher Mark Leiter Jr. as reported Monday.

Franchise Streaks and Notable Performances

The Miami Marlins' historic 12-game losing streak finally came to an end on Monday with a walk-off single by Griffin Conine against the Philadelphia Phillies. This victory followed a Sunday loss that officially cemented their franchise-record skid as reported Sunday. On the pitching front, Milwaukee Brewers rookie Jacob Misiorowski Sunday by striking out the first seven Colorado Rockies batters he faced, ultimately fanning 12 of the first 13 in his outing.

Trade Deadline Buzz and Hall of Fame Inductions

As the MLB trade deadline approaches, speculation continues around teams like the Milwaukee Brewers and Atlanta Braves regarding their. In Cooperstown, Andruw Jones, Carlos Beltran, and Jeff Kent were officially enshrined into baseball's Hall of Fame on Sunday, marking a significant moment for the trio and their diverse careers as detailed Sunday.

Draft Signings and Ownership Changes

Pitchers Logan Schmidt and Aidan Knaak were the only two players drafted in the first 10 rounds of baseball's amateur draft who did not sign by Monday's deadline to agree to deals. In a unique development, former pitcher Chan Ho Park has, becoming the first Korean to purchase a stake in a major league club.