MLB Baseball 3 Days

Last updated: July 21, 2026, 5:30 AM ET

Red Sox Extend Historic Winning Streak, Yankees Face Injury Woes

The Boston Red Sox by extending their winning streak to 14 games, with Caleb Durbin hitting a crucial go-ahead homer in the eighth inning against Baltimore. This marks the second-longest streak in club history. The Red Sox previously with a late rally against the Rays. On Sunday, the Red Sox with a 6-1 victory over the Rays, powered by Willson Contreras' home run and a solid outing from Sonny Gray. Meanwhile, the New York Yankees are grappling with significant injury setbacks. Superstar outfielder Aaron Judge was moved to the 60-day injured list and will require further scans for his fractured rib, with no clearance yet for workouts. Yankees manager Aaron Boone also in a recent 2-1 loss to the Dodgers.

Player Milestones and Injury Concerns Across the League

Nolan Arenado by recording his 2,000th hit on Monday night, joining an exclusive group of active players. However, several other key players are dealing with injuries. Royals shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. exited Monday's with back tightness. Marlins All-Star right-hander Max Meyer was placed on the 15-day injured list with a neck strain, and catcher Adley Rutschman of the Orioles was also placed on the 10-day injured list with left wrist inflammation. White Sox catcher Kyle Teel is likely headed to the injured list after suffering an ankle injury. In other injury news, Twins All-Star Byron Buxton has been activated from the injured list after a nine-game absence due to a hip strain. Mets outfielder Luis Robert Jr. has also been activated after missing nearly three months with a back issue.

Trade Activity and Prospect Watch

In trade news, the Dodgers from the Rockies in exchange for two minor league players. The Cubs also by acquiring right-hander Aaron Civale from the Athletics. The Tigers are reportedly focused on through the trade deadline by winning games in July. Prospect rankings across all 30 teams were updated, highlighting rising and falling talent in farm systems. Rintaro Sasaki is set to sign with the Miami Marlins, forgoing a professional career in Japan.

Pitching Performances and Team Notes

Pirates right-hander Jared Jones during a win over the Guardians. The Guardians, surprisingly in a commanding 13-4 victory over the Twins, a notable power surge for a team with few homers. Rockies slugger Hunter Goodman of the season. Pirates rookie Esmerlyn Valdez continues to impress in his first 31 games. Braves catcher Drake Baldwin returned from injury and homered twice in a career-best performance. Orioles pitcher Kyle Bradish has agreed to a.

League Developments and Off-Field News

The upcoming Field of Dreams game on August 13 will feature throwback uniforms for both participating clubs. The MLBPA player leadership reportedly amidst ongoing labor discussions. A report indicated the Mets are in games. Duane Ward, a key reliever for the Toronto Blue Jays' World Series teams in the early 1990s, has died at the age of 62. Fantasy baseball managers can find waiver wire targets among the. The second half of the MLB season is underway, with insights into, as well as betting trends where bettors are flocking to the White Sox. Shohei Ohtani will not make his scheduled start against the Phillies due to, and it was clarified that he received a lubricant injection rather than a fluid drainage.