MLB Baseball 3 Days

Last updated: July 2, 2026, 2:34 AM ET

Player News & Injuries

The New York Yankees are mired in their longest losing streak in three years, dropping their seventh straight game with a 6-2 loss to the Tigers on Wednesday Yankees drop 7th straight. This skid follows a six-game losing streak that saw the offense manage just four hits in a 9-3 loss to Detroit on Tuesday Yankees' bats cold. Captain Aaron Judge is awaiting further imaging on a stress fracture in his right rib, delaying any update on his status Judge awaiting more scans. Meanwhile, Jazz Chisholm Jr. exited Monday's game against the Tigers after a collision with teammate Jasson Dominguez Chisholm exits after collision.

The San Francisco Giants are also dealing with injuries, placing third baseman Matt Chapman on the 10-day injured list Wednesday due to an abdominal strain he suffered Tuesday night Giants 3B Chapman goes. Chapman had left Tuesday's game against Arizona after straining his oblique in the sixth inning and was scheduled for an MRI Chapman exits abdominal strain. In Oakland, two-time All-Star Brent Rooker will undergo season-ending surgery for a torn cartilage in his left knee, discovered Tuesday A's Rooker to have season-ending surgery. Rangers shortstop Corey Seager was placed on the 10-day injured list before Wednesday's game against the Guardians due to lower back inflammation, having been removed from Tuesday's game before his at-bat with similar discomfort Rangers SS Seager returns to IL. Astros shortstop Jeremy Pena is also heading back to the injured list with a mild left calf strain Astros' Pena heading back.

In other player news, Pirates ace Paul Skenes had a difficult outing Wednesday, allowing a season-high seven earned runs in four innings during a 10-6 loss to the Phillies Skenes lit up Phils. Nationals pitcher Cade Cavalli has apologized for shouting "sit down, boy" at Red Sox first baseman Willson Contreras during a benches-clearing incident Cavalli: ill will meant. Contreras himself was ejected for a second consecutive game following the heated exchange with Cavalli Contreras charges Nats mound. Despite the on-field tensions, Contreras expressed concern for his native Venezuela, which has been impacted by recent earthquakes, after hitting a home run Bat flip unveils Contreras'.

Rookie & Emerging Talent

Rays third baseman Junior Caminero, at, has made history by becoming the youngest player since at least 1900 to homer in six consecutive games Rays' Caminero homers. He recently committed to participating in the All-Star Home Run Derby and had previously homered in his fifth straight game, a three-run shot against the Royals Caminero bringing sweet swing.

In less auspicious rookie news, Guardians left fielder Cooper Ingle lost track of the outs in the seventh inning Tuesday night and casually tossed a live ball into the stands, allowing the Rangers to score Guardians rookie tosses ball. For the All-Star Futures Game on July 12, Nationals shortstop Eli Willits, the top overall pick in last year's draft, was among the 50 players selected Willits, De Paula, Made.

Team Performance & Milestones

Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts became the fastest manager in MLB history to reach 1,000 career wins following the team's 9-3 victory over the Athletics on Tuesday night Dodgers' Roberts fastest. Two-way star Shohei Ohtani's pitching start was moved to Friday to allow for additional rest Ohtani start moved Friday.

The Miami Marlins concluded June with their best-ever month, securing their franchise-best 20th win of the month by defeating the Rockies 14-3 Marlins crush Rockies. The team's success in June was a significant turnaround, as highlighted in a broader analysis of monthly performance across the league surging Marlins slumping Braves.

Labor & League News

The Major League Baseball Players Association has submitted a labor proposal that includes potential increases to roster sizes and protections against in-season demotions MLBPA labor offer eyes. In a philanthropic effort, Major League Baseball and the MLB Players' Association jointly donated $1 million to aid in recovery efforts following devastating earthquakes in Venezuela MLB, MLBPA donate $1M.

The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office has denied MLB's attempt to trademark the phrase "Play Ball," citing its commonplace nature MLB strikes out.

Milestone Anniversities & Giveaways

Wednesday marked "Bobby Bonilla Day," with the New York Mets still paying the former infielder $1.19 million annually on July 1, despite him not having played for the team since 1999 It's Bobby Bonilla Day. Across the league, teams are preparing for Fourth of July celebrations with unique giveaways, including a Bobby Bonilla bobblehead Red, white Bobby bobblehead.

In Milwaukee, fans honored longtime broadcaster Bob Uecker with the dedication of a large downtown mural celebrating his career, following his death last year Milwaukee honors Uecker.

Player Awards & All-Star Game

Cubs center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong has declined to participate in the Home Run Derby at the upcoming All-Star Game, a decision he also made last year Cubs slugger Crow-Armstrong won't.

Fantasy & Prospect Watch

Fantasy managers are advised to consider players like those from the Rockies, who are being highlighted as potential waiver wire pickups Free agent pickups: Rockies. Additionally, prospects to monitor as the season enters July include several from the Brewers organization Prospect stock watch: Brewers.

Statistical Analysis

The ongoing debate about baseball's most impactful statistic continues, with Wins Above Replacement (WAR) being examined for its historical significance and future implications, despite its polarizing nature most important stat baseball.

Managerial & Front Office Moves

Mets owner Steve Cohen stated that he is not considering dismissing president of baseball operations David Stearns, who is in the third year of a five-year contract, despite the team's struggles Mets' Cohen firing Stearns.

Player Performances

Dansby Swanson delivered a historic performance for the Cubs, hitting three home runs and driving in eight runs during a 23-3 victory, marking the most RBIs by a Cubs player since Sammy Sosa in 2002 Swanson stays hot.

Long-Term Outlook

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