MLB Baseball 3 Days

Last updated: July 7, 2026, 5:33 AM ET

National League Action

The Arizona Diamondbacks secured an 8-0 victory over the San Diego Padres on Monday, propelled by a home run from Max Kepler, his first since returning from an 80-game suspension Kepler hits home run. In other NL West news, the Los Angeles Dodgers welcomed back reliever Evan Phillips, who was reinstated from the injured list on Monday, 13 months after undergoing Tommy John surgery Phillips back from surgery. The Philadelphia Phillies suffered a significant 15-1 defeat at the hands of Kansas City, with ace pitcher Cristopher Sanchez surrendering a career-worst nine earned runs in just 3 1/3 innings Sanchez allows 9 ER.

American League Standings & Injuries

The New York Yankees defeated the Tampa Bay Rays 5-1 on Monday, with pitcher Cam Schlittler delivering a strong performance, pitching eight innings for the second time this season after a previous setback against the Detroit Tigers Schlittler bounces back. Meanwhile, the Atlanta Braves saw their pitching depth tested with the placement of left-hander Martín Pérez on the 15-day injured list due to a left forearm contusion Pérez injury list. In a move to bolster their outfield, the Braves also signed former NL MVP Andrew McCutchen to a minor league contract on Friday, seeking veteran offensive support Braves sign McCutchen. The Seattle Mariners placed outfielder Julio Rodriguez on the seven-day injured list with a concussion after he exited Thursday night's game when he took a throw to the back of his helmet Mariners put J-Rod on IL.

Player Milestones & Awards

Reliever Aroldis Chapman has reached a significant milestone, becoming the all-time leader in strikeouts among relief pitchers, a career achievement that warrants historical perspective Chapman ranks among greats. As the All-Star break approaches, discussions around league MVP awards are heating up, with Paul Goldschmidt and Shohei Ohtani emerging as top contenders for the NL MVP award PCA Ohtani NL MVP. Shohei Ohtani, the Dodgers' star slugger, was held out of Saturday's lineup after experiencing right biceps tightness during his 110-pitch outing against the Padres on Friday Dodgers hold Ohtani out.

Future Talent & Draft Watch

The upcoming MLB draft is drawing considerable attention, with questions surrounding who the Chicago White Sox will select with the first overall pick and each team's top targets as draft week arrives 2026 MLB draft guide. A significant concern for the 2026 draft class has emerged with fireballing Massachusetts prep left-hander Brody Bumila revealing an MRI that showed damage to his ulnar collateral ligament in his left elbow, according to sources Draft prospect Bumila.

Fantasy & Ballpark Fare

Fantasy baseball managers are eyeing potential waiver wire pickups as pitching talent remains a focal point in the free agent market Free agents: Pitching takes. Beyond the on-field action, MLB ballparks are preparing for the Fourth of July holiday with a variety of special food offerings from teams like the Dodgers and Nationals, adding a festive element for fans MLB ballparks serving food.