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Last updated: July 31, 2026, 8:31 PM ET

Player Transactions and Injuries

The Minnesota Twins have acquired left-handed relief pitcher A.J. Minter from the last-place Mets in a deal that could signal further moves for New York. The Orioles, facing multiple catcher injuries, bolstered their roster by acquiring Jake Rogers from the Tigers for minor league right-hander Zane Barnhart. Cubs reliever Gavin Hollowell was placed on the 15-day injured list with right shoulder inflammation, and left-hander Antoine Kelly was recalled from Triple-A Iowa. Red Sox Curtis Mead has a non-displaced fracture in his left wrist and will be reevaluated in four weeks.

Injury Updates and Player Returns

Orioles first Ryan Mountcastle's season is in doubt after he suffered a torn oblique during his recovery from an earlier left foot fracture. Rangers shortstop Seager was activated from the injured list Friday, rejoining the team ahead of their series with the Astros. Rays starting Shane McClanahan is considered day to day after exiting Thursday's game with back tightness. Dodgers' Shohei was held out of Thursday's lineup as a precaution due to lingering left knee soreness, but he is expected to return Friday.

Notable Performances and Milestones

Clemens hit a walk-off grand slam with two outs and two strikes in the ninth inning to give the Twins a 4-3 victory over the Royals, who had been no-hit through six innings. Houston starter Imai will move to the bullpen for the Astros' upcoming series against the Texas Rangers following a difficult recent start. A rare Shohei Ohtani Dual Gold Logoman autographed card, a 1-of-1 collectible, was pulled by a collector in Florida and subsequently sold for $11 million to Matthew Allen.