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Last updated: August 10, 2026, 3:27 PM ET

Roster Moves & Retirements

Tim Anderson, a two-time All-Star and former batting champion, announced his retirement after 10 major league seasons. The Padres signed veteran outfielder Austin Hays, who homered in his first at-bat, and optioned Gage Workman to Triple-A.

Injury Updates

The Brewers placed shortstop Cooper Pratt on the IL with a strained right hamstring, testing their infield depth as the NL Central leaders. Marlins first baseman Kyle Stowers left Sunday’s win early with a left hamstring tweak and will undergo further evaluation. Reds ace Hunter Greene will have season-ending elbow surgery for a partially torn ligament after a second opinion. The Rays placed reliever Griffin Jax on the 15-day IL with right elbow discomfort.

Milestones & Controversy

Athletics shortstop Jacob Wilson set an MLB record at his position with his 111th consecutive errorless game, passing Mike Bordick. Blue Jays starter Max Scherzer moved into 10th all time in career strikeouts (3,516) by fanning four vs. the Phillies. Braves lefty Chris Sale was ejected before throwing a pitch Sunday, still fuming over a balk call, as Atlanta beat the Yankees 2-1.

Playoff Race Impact & Future Prospects

The latest MLB Power Rankings post-trade deadline show how contending teams reloaded. Returning injured players coming off the IL could swing playoff races. Fantasy managers should scan the waiver wire for top prospect debuts. A ranking of prospects dealt at the deadline highlights future stars on the move.