MLB Baseball 3 Days

Last updated: July 7, 2026, 5:31 PM ET

Home Run Derby & All-Star Buzz

The midsummer classic is taking shape, with several sluggers confirmed for the Home Run Derby in Philadelphia on July 13. Among the notable participants is New York Yankees' Ben Rice, who leads his team with 25 home runs and will be swinging for the fences. Meanwhile, the official rosters for the MLB All-Star Game have been released, though several deserving stars will be watching from home.

Team Performance & Roster Moves

As the season progresses, teams are being evaluated with midseason grades, revealing a mix of contenders exceeding expectations and clubs falling short across the league. In Pittsburgh, the Pirates have placed shortstop Konnor Griffin on the 10-day injured list with a finger injury, a move retroactive to Monday. The Milwaukee Brewers have called up 21-year-old outfield prospect Luis Lara to join the team for a doubleheader against the Cardinals on Tuesday. The Los Angeles Dodgers, already boasting the league's best record, have reached their 60th win thanks to a Dalton Rushing single in the 11th inning during their first extra-innings game. Reliever Evan Phillips has also returned to the Dodgers lineup, reinstated from the injured list Monday after 13 months recovering from Tommy John surgery.

Pitching Performances & Suspensions

Philadelphia's ace, Cristopher Sanchez, endured a difficult outing on Monday, allowing a career-worst nine earned runs in just 3 1/3 innings during the Phillies' 15-1 loss to Kansas City as reported. On a more positive note, Nationals pitcher Cade Cavalli has had his suspension for a brawl in Boston reduced on appeal, Major League Baseball announced Monday. In Arizona, veteran outfielder Max Kepler hit his first home run since the end of an 80-game suspension, leading the Diamondbacks to an 8-0 victory over the Padres. Cam Schlittler also bounced back from a previous loss, pitching eight strong innings to help the New York Yankees defeat the Tampa Bay Rays 5-1 on Monday. The Atlanta Braves have placed left-hander Martín Pérez on the 15-day injured list with a forearm contusion and have also designated Carrasco for assignment as of Monday.

Fantasy Baseball & Draft Intel

Fantasy baseball managers are advised to monitor closer stock, with considerations for trading closer Aroldis Chapman before the deadline. Additionally, top players are being identified for waiver wire claims as pitching options take center stage. In draft news, fireballing Massachusetts prep left-hander Brody Bumila has shared an MRI revealing ulnar collateral ligament damage in his left elbow, sources told ESPN on Monday. The MLB draft is also underway, with discussions surrounding potential top picks like the White Sox's selection and insights for all 30 teams. Major leaguers have also been recalling their draft experiences, from first-rounders to players selected in now-defunct rounds as draft week arrives.