MLB Baseball 3 Days

Last updated: July 16, 2026, 11:30 PM ET

Mid-Season Restart and All-Star Recap

The Major League Baseball season resumed play Thursday with the New York Mets defeating the Philadelphia Phillies 4-1. Francisco Alvarez led the charge for the Mets, while Brett Baty also added a long ball. Earlier in the week, the American League over the National League in the All-Star Game, with Dylan Cease and 10 relievers combining for a 15-strikeout shutout. Rays third baseman Junior Caminero and exited the All-Star Game in the third inning.

Trade Deadline Buzz and Contract Extensions

Teams are actively making moves as the trade deadline approaches. The Houston Astros reportedly and Colton Gordon to the Milwaukee Brewers for minor league outfielder Jadyn Fielder. In a significant move, All-Star right-hander Chase Burns agreed to a seven-year, $105 million extension with the Cincinnati Reds, where he is 11-1 with a 2.54 ERA this season. The Pittsburgh Pirates also from the Washington Nationals.

Injuries and Roster News

The injury bug has bitten several teams. Phillies veteran reliever Brad Keller has a torn right UCL and is likely done for the 2026 season, having posted a 4.02 ERA in 32 appearances. Orioles third baseman Blaze Alexander in his left hand after being hit by a pitch on Sunday.

Draft Picks and Future Prospects

The MLB draft continues to shape future rosters. Roch Cholowsky, the No. 1 overall pick, has reportedly with the Chicago White Sox. The Marlins in the eighth round of the amateur draft. Kiley McDaniel's latest rankings across all 30 MLB farm systems following the draft, and also.

Player Milestones and Notable Performances

Shohei Ohtani is expected to be in the lineup for the Dodgers' series against the Yankees this weekend after having fluid drained from his left knee. His rare Kanji-signed cleats from the 2025 Tokyo series are also noted. A 1-of-1 rookie card of Ohtani sold for a record $3.365 million. In the Home Run Derby, Cardinals outfielder Jordan Walker was crowned the 2026 champion and hopes his win inspires more Black kids to play baseball. Bryce Harper, Juan Soto, and Paul Skenes are among the All-Stars who.

Team Performance and Betting Trends

The Red Sox have been on a tear, completing a 9-0 road trip, their first since 1977, by sweeping the Mets with a 3-2 victory on Sunday. Betting trends show the White Sox attracting significant attention from bettors, while the Mets are being largely abandoned. The Athletics, amidst a nine-game losing streak, have.

League Business and Off-Field News

Major League Baseball is reportedly set to open its season on March 24 next year, pending any lockout. Discussions for MLB's participation in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics with the MLBPA. The league's ad campaign advocating for a salary cap has been criticized by the MLBPA as "perverse," with commissioner Rob Manfred and MLBPA head Bruce Meyer sharing differing views on the campaign. A collection of 21 presidential autographed baseballs sold for $3,055,000 at an MLB All-Star live auction.