MLB Baseball 24 Hours

Last updated: July 28, 2026, 11:31 AM ET

Injury Bug Bites Multiple Teams

The injury bug continued its sweep across Major League Baseball, with several key players facing significant time on the sidelines. All-Star outfielder Cody Bellinger of the New York Yankees will be sidelined for four to six weeks after sustaining a Grade 2 left hamstring strain will be sidelined. San Francisco Giants infielder Casey Schmitt is also expected to miss "significant time" after exiting Monday's game with an apparent leg injury, manager Tony Vitello confirmed expected to miss. The Oakland Athletics will be without catcher Shea Langeliers and pitcher Mark Leiter Jr. for the remainder of the season as both are set for surgery on Tuesday will be without. Boston Red Sox infielder Curtis Mead left his debut game with a contusion after being hit by a pitch on his left wrist in the fourth inning. Meanwhile, Pittsburgh Pirates rookie outfielder Esmerlyn Valdez was removed from his game after being struck in the left hand by a pitch was removed. Cincinnati Reds utility man Spencer Steer was placed on the 10-day injured list with a right wrist sprain was placed.

Trade Deadline Buzz and Roster Moves

As the MLB trade deadline approaches, speculation is mounting for several National League contenders. The Milwaukee Brewers, Atlanta Braves, and other teams are assessing their needs as they chase the Los Angeles Dodgers are assessing. Experts are also proposing blockbuster deals that could reshape the league landscape with one week remaining before the deadline are also proposing. On the roster front, the Chicago Cubs designated veteran pitcher Jameson Taillon for assignment following a string of struggles, including giving up seven runs in four innings against the Pirates on Sunday designated for assignment.

Ohtani Interpreter Case Continues to Unfold

New audio has emerged shedding further light on the Shohei Ohtani interpreter case. The slugger's former interpreter, Ippei Mizuhara, reportedly initially told a reporter that Ohtani had agreed to cover his substantial gambling debt, only to reverse his statement less than 24 hours later. Listeners can delve deeper into the unraveling of Ohtani's relationship with Mizuhara amid a massive sports betting scheme through ESPN's podcast series can delve.

Other News and Notes

In a significant moment for the Miami Marlins, Griffin Conine hit a walk-off single against the Philadelphia Phillies, snapping the team's franchise-record 12-game losing streak. Despite a challenging season for the New York Mets, outfielder Juan Soto expressed confidence that he will return to the lineup this year, stating he is "100%" certain his Grade 2 calf strain will heal in time expressed confidence. Pitchers Logan Schmidt and Aidan Knaak were the only two players selected in the first 10 rounds of the amateur draft who failed to sign by Monday's deadline were the only. Athletics prospect Ryan Lasko, who suffered a broken back four weeks ago, posted on social media that he is regaining feeling in his legs, indicating progress in his recovery is regaining. Finally, advice is available for fantasy baseball managers on top waiver-wire targets this week, with Boston's bats remaining particularly hot are remaining. The league is also grappling with a rise in hit batters, with one report suggesting a new "just wear it" philosophy and a focus on hunting velocity contributing to the trend is also grappling.