MLB Baseball 24 Hours

Last updated: August 6, 2026, 8:31 AM ET

Trade Deadline Fallout and Player Movements

The MLB trade deadline has passed, with teams evaluating their successes and failures in acquiring new talent. Some clubs are already seeing promising performances from players who have stepped up following the deadline, like Bryce Elder and Grant Holmes for the Braves, who have pitched effectively despite the team not acquiring a top starting pitcher. The Mariners experienced an ejection when reliever Gabe Speier hit the Tigers' Gleyber Torres with a pitch in the eighth inning, leading to a bench-clearing incident. Twins ace Joe Ryan is returning to Minnesota for evaluation of a potential injury after a difficult outing against the Kansas City Royals. Reds right-hander Greene has been placed on the 15-day injured list again due to right elbow soreness, having only made five starts since his last return. Mets rookie Jefry Yan celebrated his first strikeout with a viral, energetic display on the pitcher's mound. Red Sox Garrett Crochet is open to pitching in relief if he can recover from his injury in time for the team's playoff push. Sonny Gray secured his AL-leading 14th victory, a career-high, by pitching six innings of three-hit ball with eight strikeouts as the Red Sox defeated the White Sox 4-0. Former pitcher Peralta reportedly arranged a meeting between Juan Soto and Francisco Lindor in June to help mend their relationship. Kevin Gausman expressed happiness about joining the Cubs and is scheduled to make his debut on Friday. Yankees faced fan questions regarding their lack of significant moves at the trade deadline, despite entering with roster uncertainties.

Standout Performances and Notable Debuts

Pete Crow-Armstrong stated a strong case for NL MVP on Wednesday, hitting two home runs in a victory against the Dodgers, a game where Shohei Ohtani also hit two home runs for the opposing team. Some teams made aggressive moves to bolster their rosters for the postseason, while fantasy managers are also navigating their own trade deadlines. Awards were handed out for the most intriguing elements of the 2026 MLB trade deadline, with analysis on what was learned from the various deals. Dodgers catcher Rushing is dealing with a slight tear in the UCL of his right elbow, as confirmed by further testing. The Pirates have released veteran designated hitter Marcell Ozuna, who was hitting .203 with eight home runs, and have called up Simon. Cleveland's top infielder Angel Genao, who boasts a .309 batting average in Triple-A Columbus, has been called up by the Guardians. Padres right-handed pitcher Nick Pivetta exited his rehab start early on Tuesday due to minor elbow tightness, according to manager Craig Stammen. George Lombard hit a home run in his Yankees debut, becoming the third-youngest player in franchise history to do so, on a night his brother also homered in his professional debut. Despite a loss, Tarik Skubal delivered a solid performance in his Los Angeles debut, throwing 51 strikes on 85 pitches, though the Dodgers provided minimal run support. Acquired catcher Adley Rutschman stated he is focused on integrating with the Red Sox, who have been playing exceptionally well over the past month.