MLB Baseball 3 Days

Last updated: July 15, 2026, 2:30 PM ET

All-Star Game Recap and Player News

The American League over the National League in the All-Star Game, with starting pitcher Dylan Cease leading the charge alongside 10 relievers for a combined 15-strikeout, three-hit shutout. Rays third baseman Junior Caminero exited the game in the third inning after being hit by a 97.6 mph sinker on his left hand. Phillies ace Zack Wheeler, stating he felt "disrespected" by previous snubs. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts confirmed Shohei Ohtani will be in the lineup for the upcoming series against the Yankees after a knee procedure. The National League lineup will feature Kyle Schwarber batting leadoff as Ohtani's replacement.

Trade Rumors and Prospect Watch

The Milwaukee Brewers are reportedly finalizing a trade for Astros right-hander Lance McCullers Jr. and lefty Colton Gordon. Kiley McDaniel’s updated prospect rankings for all 30 MLB farm systems are available, with a focus on players rising and falling after the MLB draft. Roch Cholowsky, the No. 1 overall pick in the MLB draft, has reportedly agreed to a record-breaking $10.35 million signing bonus with the White Sox to join the team. The Marlins selected Japanese slugger Rintaro Sasaki in the eighth round of the amateur draft from Stanford.

Player Milestones and Injuries

Cardinals outfielder Jordan Walker and hopes his performance inspires more Black youth to play baseball. Giants outfielder Jake McCarthy of the season in a loss to the Rockies. The Athletics have fired pitching coach Scott Emerson amid a nine-game losing streak. Diamondbacks right-hander Zac Gallen (elbow) has been placed on the 15-day injured list with an 8.24 ERA over his last eight starts as Mitch Bratt was recalled. Rangers reliever Chris Martin has been placed on the 15-day injured list again with a right shoulder injury as the team continues to struggle. Orioles third baseman Blaze Alexander suffered a non-displaced fracture in his left hand after being hit by a pitch. Mariners starting pitcher Emerson Hancock exited Sunday's game with a bruised finger but the bullpen held strong. Astros center fielder Brice Matthews left Sunday's game with a left knee injury after colliding with the wall during a matchup with the Rangers. Bo Bichette was held out of the lineup for a second consecutive day due to leg and ankle soreness and may miss the All-Star break. Brewers right-hander Jacob Misiorowski has been scratched from his start due to arm fatigue and will also miss the All-Star Game due to the issue.

League Business and Memorabilia

MLB participation in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics is facing hurdles due to disagreements with the MLBPA, according to sources regarding the agreement. MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred and MLBPA head Bruce Meyer on the league's "Level the Field" ad campaign advocating