MLB Baseball 3 Days

Last updated: July 11, 2026, 11:30 PM ET

All-Star Absences and Injuries Mount

The All-Star break is approaching, and a growing list of players will be sidelined. Bo Bichette was held out of the New York Mets lineup for a second straight day due to leg and ankle soreness, with manager Carlos Mendoza suggesting he might miss through the break. Athletics slugger Nick Kurtz, who was slated to start at first base for the American League, landed on the injured list with a right thumb sprain, ruling him out of the Midsummer Classic. Brewers right-hander Jacob Misiorowski has been scratched from his scheduled start and will also miss the All-Star Game because of arm fatigue. Shohei Ohtani was scratched from his pitching start Friday due to left knee irritation and will skip the All-Star Game, aiming to be in a better physical state. Red Sox pitcher Ranger Suarez will miss the All-Star Game and has been placed on the 15-day injured list with a left groin strain.

Player Milestones and Contract News

In player news, infielder JJ Wetherholt and the Cardinals are in agreement on an eight-year contract extension worth $112.5 million. Braves first baseman Matt Olson consecutive game, surpassing Dale Murphy for the franchise's Iron Man record. On the draft front, Peyton Bonds, son of Barry Bonds, was selected by the San Francisco Giants. He posted a .352 batting average with six home runs and 13 stolen bases for Rutgers this past season.

Home Run Derby Participants and Notable Performances

The Home Run Derby field is set, with Phillies slugger Kyle Schwarber and White Sox rookie Munetaka Murakami joining the contest. Bryce Harper will also compete in front of his hometown crowd in Philadelphia, and Cardinals outfielder Jordan Walker will participate. In recent games, All-Star Cristopher Sanchez, striking out seven over seven innings to help the Phillies defeat the Tigers. Toronto's Kazuma Okamoto hit his 22nd home run Friday night mark for the most by a Japanese-born rookie in a single season. White Sox outfielder Tristan Peters hit for the cycle Friday night, becoming the first player in franchise history to do so in nine years, and was named an All-Star on Saturday. Eduardo Valencia made an immediate impact for the Tigers, hitting a home run in his first MLB plate appearance and.

Injury Updates and Roster Moves

Several teams are dealing with injuries and making corresponding roster moves. Mets infielder Mark Vientos will with a fractured right hand. Brewers left-handed pitcher Kyle Harrison has gone on the injured list with tightness in his throwing forearm. Jacob de Grom will for the Rangers due to a glute and hip strain, though the team hopes he can avoid the injured list. The Royals activated first baseman Vinnie Pasquantino from the injured list after he missed over three weeks with a fractured right hamate bone. The Twins acquired right-handed reliever Tommy Nance from the Blue Jays for minor league catcher/third baseman Ryan Sprock, seeking to bolster their bullpen. The Brewers also signed free agent right-hander Bryse Wilson to aid their injury-plagued pitching staff.

Player Denials and Future Outlooks

Yankees shortstop Anthony Volpe that he refused to play second base earlier this season, calling the retracted story "B.S." Aaron Judge will have his injured rib imaged during the All-Star break, with the Yankees hopeful for positive results. Willson Contreras had his suspension, allowing him to participate in the All-Star Game and Home Run Derby. The Brewers announced an MRI revealed a new injury to Brandon Woodruff's shoulder, and they are seeking a second opinion. Three-time Cy Young winner Justin Verlander, at 43 the oldest active player after the 2026 season, marking the end of an era for elite pitchers.