MLB Baseball 3 Days

Last updated: July 23, 2026, 2:30 AM ET

Injuries Continue to Mount Across the League

The injury bug has bitten hard across Major League Baseball, with several key players landing on the injured list. Royals shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. has been placed on the IL for the first time in his career due to lower back tightness. The Athletics saw right-hander J.T. Ginn go on the 15-day IL with a blister on his pitching hand, and rookie infielder Joshua Kuroda-Grauer underwent emergency surgery for a ruptured testicle. Cubs reliever Trent Thornton is day-to-day with a bruised heel after being struck by a comebacker. Guardians third baseman José Ramírez is back after a five-week absence for left hand surgery. Tigers righty Jack Flaherty is also on the IL with inflammation. White Sox catcher Kyle Teel is expected to miss 6-12 weeks with a high ankle sprain. Rangers third baseman Josh Jung exited early with left calf tightness. The Rangers' third-round draft pick, Brody Bumila, will require Tommy John surgery. Marlins All-Star Max Meyer is on the IL with a neck strain. Orioles catcher Adley Rutschman was placed on the 10-day IL with left wrist inflammation. Twins All-Star Byron Buxton is back after a nine-game absence for a hip strain.

Player Milestones and Notable Performances

Several players have reached significant milestones and delivered standout performances recently. Salvador Perez tied the Royals' franchise home run record with his 317th career homer. Nolan Arenado became the sixth active player to reach 2,000 career hits. Hunter Goodman had his second three-homer game of the season for the Rockies. Pirates rookie Esmerlyn Valdez is making a mark, already hitting 12 home runs in 31 games.

Team Streaks and Rallies

The Boston Red Sox continue their impressive run, extending their winning streak to 14 games after a victory on Wednesday. They had previously won 13 in a row, with a victory on Sunday securing their second-longest streak in club history. The Boston team may have just saved its season with this surge.

MLBPA and League Negotiations

The Major League Baseball Players Association (MLBPA) has called for the preservation of the current draft system. This comes after a proposal from MLB to cut the draft from 20 to 12 rounds, reduce amateur signing bonuses by over $150 million, and prevent high schoolers from entering the draft. Discussions on a new Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) are ongoing. Furthermore, an article highlights the underrepresentation of Latino players in MLBPA leadership during labor negotiations.

Prospects and Future Talent

The landscape of top prospects is constantly shifting, with Kiley McDaniel providing updated rankings for all 30 MLB farm systems following the MLB draft. The article also delves into dynasty rankings, identifying the top 300 players for the next five years in fantasy baseball. Rintaro Sasaki has decided to sign with the Miami Marlins and forgo a professional career in Japan.

Roster Moves and Trade Activity

Beyond injuries, other roster moves are shaping teams. The Dodgers acquired reliever Seth Halvorsen from the Rockies in exchange for two minor leaguers. Mets outfielder Luis Robert Jr. has been activated from the injured list after nearly three months out with a back issue. Astros shortstop Jeremy Peña returned to the lineup, while Christian Walker remained out of the starting lineup. The Brewers are monitoring Jacob Misiorowski's workload after a layoff.

Other News and Notes

The Yankees faced a pitch clock violation that led to a strikeout and the ejection of their hitting coach. Fireworks erupted in a Yankees-Pirates game when benches cleared after an incident involving Jose Caballero. The Reds' strategy to load the bases against Cal Raleigh backfired when he hit a grand slam. Shohei Ohtani will not make his scheduled start against the Phillies due to left knee irritation. Duane Ward, a key reliever for the Blue Jays' World Series teams in the early 1990s, has died at age 62. The Twins and Phillies will feature throwback uniforms for their upcoming Field of Dreams game. The Guardians hit seven home runs in a dominant 13-4 victory over the Twins. Orioles catcher Samuel Basallo exited a game with shoulder discomfort. Braves catcher Drake Baldwin had a career-best outing with two home runs after returning from an oblique injury.