MLB Baseball 3 Days

Last updated: July 17, 2026, 2:30 AM ET

All-Star Game Recap and Player News

The American League over the National League in the All-Star Game Tuesday night. AL starting pitcher Dylan Cease combined with 10 relievers for a three-hit, 15-strikeout shutout. Cardinals reliever Riley O'Brien on the left hand with a 97.6 mph sinker in the third inning, forcing Caminero to exit the game. Phillies star Bryce Harper for a fan video, stating he was unaware how it would be used. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts confirmed Shohei Ohtani will be in the lineup for the upcoming series against the Yankees after fluid was drained from his left knee. Kyle Schwarber will lead off for the NL, with Riley Greene, Ben Rice, and Cody Bellinger starting for the AL.

Player Transactions and Contract Extensions

The Milwaukee Brewers are finalizing a trade for right-hander Lance McCullers Jr. and lefty Colton Gordon from the Astros in exchange for minor league outfielder Jadyn Fielder. In other news, All-Star right-hander Chase Burns has agreed to a seven-year, $105 million extension with the Reds, where he is 11-1 with a 2.54 ERA this season. The Pirates acquired one-time top prospect Robert Hassell III from the Nationals for cash or a player to be named later. Meanwhile, Roch Cholowsky, the No. 1 pick in the MLB draft, has reportedly agreed to a contract with the White Sox that includes a record-breaking $10.35 million signing bonus.

Team Performance and Future Outlook

The Mets under hazy skies, defeating the Phillies 4-1 on Thursday night as Francisco Alvarez homered twice and Brett Baty also went deep. The second half of the MLB season is underway, with bettors flocking to the White Sox and abandoning the Mets. In a significant development, Phillies veteran reliever Brad Keller has a torn right UCL and is expected to miss at least the rest of the season. The Athletics, currently on a nine-game losing streak, have, with bullpen coach Dan Hubbs taking over on an interim basis.

League Discussions and Memorabilia

Major League Baseball is set to have its earliest Opening Day next year on March 24, pending a lockout. Support is growing for MLB to participate in the 2028 Olympics, though disagreements with the MLBPA are creating hurdles. All-Stars like Paul Skenes, Juan Soto, and Bryce Harper, but believe there is time to avoid a conflict that could shorten the season. Separately, a set of 21 presidential autographed baseballs sold for $3,055,000 at a Hunt Auctions' MLB All-Star live auction. A 1-of-1 rookie card of Shohei Ohtani also sold privately for a record $3.365 million.

Prospect Rankings and Fantasy Baseball

Kiley McDaniel has released the for all 30 teams, analyzing who is rising and falling in every major league farm system after the MLB draft. McDaniel also provided a for all 30 teams, highlighting the best picks. For fantasy baseball managers, Eric Karabell is looking into what might come to pass, questioning if Walker is finishing No. 1 and Griffin is the top rookie. Additionally, fantasy baseball owners can consider waiver wire pickups based on the upcoming schedule.