MLB Baseball 3 Days

Last updated: July 8, 2026, 2:32 AM ET

MLB Player Performances & Records

Zack Wheeler delivered a dominant performance for the Philadelphia Phillies, tying a career high with 14 strikeouts on a day he was notably excluded from the All-Star replacement list. His frustration was palpable, but his pitching spoke volumes. Meanwhile, the New York Yankees continued to struggle with strikeouts, setting an American League record by fanning 17 times in consecutive nine-inning games during a 6-4 loss to the Tampa Bay Rays. Tyler Tolbert of the Kansas City Royals etched his name in the record books by tying a major league mark with hits in 12 consecutive plate appearances, achieving the milestone in a high-scoring 16-12 victory over the New York Mets.

Ryan O'Hearn made history for the Pittsburgh Pirates in his first season with the club, setting a franchise record by driving in 10 runs with three home runs in a decisive 12-4 win. In other offensive news, Max Kepler of the Arizona Diamondbacks hit his first home run since the conclusion of his 80-game suspension, leading his team to an 8-0 shutout against the San Diego Padres. On the pitching front, Cristopher Sanchez of the Phillies endured a career-worst outing, allowing nine earned runs in just 3 1/3 innings during a 15-1 loss to Kansas City. Cam Schlittler, however, rebounded impressively for the Yankees, pitching eight strong innings in a 5-1 victory over the Rays, his second eight-inning start of the year.

Team News & Transactions

The Los Angeles Dodgers reached their 60th win of the season with a 2-1 victory over the Chicago Cubs in their first extra-innings game, secured by a Dalton Rushing single in the 11th inning. Their bullpen received a boost with the return of reliever Evan Phillips, who was reinstated from the injured list after recovering from Tommy John surgery performed 13 months prior Phillips back from surgery. The Colorado Rockies saw their original designated hitter, Hunter Goodman, scratched from the lineup against the Dodgers due to an unspecified injury.

The Detroit Tigers have parted ways with third base coach Joey Cora, the brother of former Red Sox manager Alex Cora, who departed midway through his third season. The Minnesota Twins placed center fielder Byron Buxton on the 10-day injured list due to a lingering hip injury that has hampered him through much of the season. The Pittsburgh Pirates added to their injury woes by placing rookie shortstop Konnor Griffin on the IL with a finger injury. Meanwhile, the Atlanta Braves moved pitcher Martín Pérez to the 15-day injured list with a left forearm contusion and designated pitcher Carrasco for assignment.

All-Star Game & Draft Buzz

The MLB All-Star Game rosters have been finalized, with a list of replacements announced that notably did not include Phillies pitcher Zack Wheeler, despite his recent stellar performance. Among those named as replacements were Willson Contreras and Nick Ashcraft Contreras, Ashcraft among replacements. The sluggers set to compete in the Home Run Derby in Philadelphia have also been identified, with New York Yankees outfielder Ben Rice, who leads his team with 26 home runs, confirmed as a participant Rice to take cuts.

As draft week arrives, speculation mounts regarding the Chicago White Sox's potential No. 1 overall pick. The upcoming draft also brings stories of players' draft-day experiences, from first-round selections to those picked in now-defunct rounds Major leaguers recall draft day. In a concerning development for draft prospects, Massachusetts prep left-hander Brody Bumila has revealed an ulnar collateral ligament injury in his left elbow, confirmed by an MRI shared with MLB teams Draft prospect UCL injury.

Fantasy Baseball & Player Updates

Fantasy baseball managers are advised to monitor closer stock, with trade recommendations and potential drops being analyzed ahead of the trade deadline. The waiver wire presents opportunities for managers seeking to bolster their rosters, particularly in pitching categories Top waiver wire pickups. Jorge Polanco has returned to the New York Mets' lineup after an extensive absence of nearly three months, rehabilitating from both right wrist and left Achilles injuries Polanco back in lineup. The Houston Astros have optioned right-hander Mike Burrows to Triple-A Sugar Land following a difficult start to his season Burrows sent Triple-A. The Milwaukee Brewers have called up 21-year-old outfield prospect Luis Lara prior to a doubleheader. Nationals pitcher Cade Cavalli has had his suspension for his role in a brawl in Boston reduced on appeal.