MLB Baseball 24 Hours

Last updated: August 5, 2026, 2:31 AM ET

Pitching News and Injury Updates

Left-hander Cody is set to make his first start for the Rangers since the end of the 2024 season on Wednesday against the Giants. Two-time Cy Young Award winner Tarik Skubal, despite not having his best stuff in his Los Angeles debut Tuesday, landed 51 strikes on 85 pitches, but received little run support from the Dodgers that he doesn't "really sympathize with people that blame the Dodgers for anything they've done," adding, "Every team could trade for me". The Dodgers, having acquired Skubal on Saturday, are now the clear favorites on the World Series odds board, significantly ahead of the Yankees. Dodgers catcher Dalton Rushing was revealed to have a slight tear in the UCL of his right elbow following follow-up testing. Padres right-handed Nick Pivetta exited his first rehab outing Tuesday with what manager Craig Stammen described as minor tightness in his right elbow. Blue Jays pitcher Trey Yesavage left his start against the Houston Astros after only two innings due to left knee discomfort. Athletics first baseman Nick Kurtz was placed on the 10-day injured list with a strained thumb, while left-hander Jeffrey Springs was placed on the 15-day injured list with hip discomfort. Nationals All-Star outfielder James Wood was placed on the 10-day injured list after suffering a left oblique strain during his at-bat Monday night against the Phillies. Cardinals All-Star fielder Jordan Walker was scratched from Tuesday night's starting lineup against the Yankees due to right knee inflammation.

Roster Moves and Player Debuts

George Lombard Jr. became the third-youngest Yankee to homer in his first professional game, a feat he accomplished on a night when his younger brother also hit a home run in his own professional debut. Yankees top prospect George Lombard Jr. was set to make his major league debut against the Cardinals on Tuesday after shortstop Anthony Volpe was optioned to Triple-A. The Seattle Mariners released veteran catcher Mitch Garver, who played in 50 games this season, and outfielder Rob Refsnyder, who played in 53 games, as part of seven roster moves made Tuesday afternoon. Brewers' acquisition of veteran starter Dustin May at the trade deadline, rookie right-hander Brandon Sproat was moved out of the rotation. The Royals activated All-Star shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. from the injured list Tuesday, following a two-week absence due to back tightness. The Cubs acquired right-hander Clay Holmes and outfielder Tyrone Taylor from the Mets in exchange for infielder Jefferson Rojas on Monday.

Team Transactions and Acquisitions

The Red Sox acquired three-time All-Star catcher Adley Rutschman in a trade with the Baltimore Orioles, marking the most significant move in a series of deadline acquisitions for Boston. acquired catcher Adley Rutschman stated he is focused on integrating into a Red Sox team that has been performing well over the past month. Bryce Harper, who homered in Monday night's 6-3 victory over the Washington Nationals, will transition to right field for the remainder of the season following his club's acquisition of three-time batting champion Luis Arráez. Two-time Cy Award winner Jacob de Grom, informed the Texas Rangers before Monday's trade deadline that he wished to remain with the 55-57 team, telling reporters at Globe Life Field, "I want to be here". The 2026 trade deadline has concluded, with analysis provided on teams that succeeded and those that faltered during the period.

Contract Extensions and Milestones

Left fielder Mickey Moniak, who currently holds a .277 batting average with 18 home runs and 49 RBIs this season, has agreed to a two-year contract extension with the Rockies through 2028. Spain World Cup hero Torres is scheduled to throw out the ceremonial first pitch at Yankee Stadium. Torres became the second substitute in history to score the winning goal in a men's World Cup final, following Germany's Mario Götze in 2014. Fantasy baseball players are advised to consider adding a pair of Tigers players following the trade that sent Tarik Skubal to Detroit.