MLB Baseball 3 Days

Last updated: July 21, 2026, 2:30 PM ET

Impressive Streaks and Notable Milestones

The Boston Red Sox to 14 games with a victory over Baltimore, fueled by Caleb Durbin's clutch eighth-inning home run. Earlier, they had against the Rays, with Willson Contreras and Sonny Gray leading the charge. The Red Sox's impressive run has tied their second-longest winning streak in franchise history. On an individual level, Nolan Arenado, becoming the sixth active player to record 2,000 hits with a double down the left-field line.

Player Transactions and Injury Updates

The Los Angeles Dodgers from the Colorado Rockies in exchange for two minor league prospects. Meanwhile, the Chicago Cubs to their pitching staff via a trade with the Oakland Athletics. On the injury front, White Sox catcher Kyle Teel is likely headed to the injured list with an ankle injury. Marlins All-Star right-hander Max Meyer was placed on the 15-day IL with a neck strain, and All-Star shortstop Otto Lopez was absent from the lineup for the second consecutive game. Orioles catcher Adley Rutschman was also placed on the 10-day IL due to left wrist inflammation. Yankees superstar Aaron Judge was moved to the 60-day IL and will require further scans on his fractured rib. Mets outfielder Luis Robert Jr. has been activated from the injured list after nearly three months away with a back issue. Twins All-Star Byron Buxton after missing nine games with a hip strain. Astros shortstop Jeremy Peña returned to the starting lineup, while Christian Walker remained out of the lineup for the second straight game.

Team Performances and Notable Games

The Cleveland Guardians with seven home runs in a dominant 13-4 rout of the Minnesota Twins, overcoming their previous struggles with long balls. In a surprising turn of events, the Reds' strategy to load the bases against Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh backfired spectacularly when Raleigh connected for a grand slam on the first pitch, leading the Mariners to an 8-0 victory. The New York Yankees' offense against the Pittsburgh Pirates, though the game was marred by a late-inning incident that saw benches clear after an exchange between Jose Santana and Caballero. The Rockies' Hunter Goodman of the season, a remarkable feat for the young slugger. Pirates rookie Esmerlyn Valdez continues to impress, already hitting 12 home runs in his first 31 games. Braves catcher Drake Baldwin homered twice in his return from an oblique injury. Pirates right-hander Jared Jones had his streak of 30 consecutive retired batters snapped in a win over the Guardians.

Injury Concerns and Pitching Updates

Brewers pitcher Jacob Misiorowski in his return from a layoff. Shohei Ohtani will not pitch in Philadelphia due to left knee irritation, and manager Dave Roberts clarified that Ohtani received a lubricant injection, not a fluid drainage, in his knee. Duane Ward, a key reliever for the Blue Jays' World Series teams, has died at the age of. Rockies pitcher Tomoyuki Sugano pitched effectively into the seventh inning in a win over the Reds. The Orioles have agreed to a five-year, $90 million extension with starting pitcher Kyle Bradish as reported by sources. Brewers starting pitcher Brandon Woodruff.

Future Outlook and Player Development

The Dodgers may be exploring a trade for Tarik Skubal as the MLB trade deadline approaches. Rintaro Sasaki will sign with the Miami Marlins, forgoing a professional career in Japan. The Reds have, signing the young pitcher to a seven-year, $105 million contract. The Twins and Phillies for their upcoming Field of Dreams game. In a significant labor development, the article notes that is among the MLBPA player leadership, highlighting an underrepresentation in key bargaining discussions. The Cubs for the 10-year anniversary of their World Series title, with members of the 2016 team in attendance. Former Cubs first baseman Anthony Rizzo from the bleachers during the ceremony.