MLB Baseball 3 Days

Last updated: July 23, 2026, 5:31 PM ET

Red Sox Extend Historic Win Streak, Yankees Face Pitch Clock Scrutiny

The Boston Red Sox, extending their winning streak to an impressive 14 games with a victory over Baltimore. Caleb Durbin's clutch eighth-inning home run proved to be the difference in their latest triumph, marking the second-longest streak in club history. Meanwhile, the New York Yankees that led to a strikeout and the ejection of hitting coach James Rowson. This incident highlights the ongoing scrutiny of MLB's pitch clock rules, even impacting established players like shortstop José Caballero. The Red Sox's resurgence has, making them a team to watch Player Injuries Continue to Mount Across MLB

Several key players landed on the injured list over the past few days. Kansas City Royals shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. sidelined first in his career with lower back tightness, a condition that also bothered him in a recent game against the Giants. Salvador Perez, however, tying George Brett's Royals record with his 317th career home run. The Oakland Athletics added two players to the IL, placing right-hander J.T. Ginn on the 15-day IL with a blister and rookie infielder Joshua Kuroda-Grauer on the 10-day IL after emergency surgery for a ruptured testicle. Cubs reliever Trent Thornton is day-to-day with a bruised heel after being struck by a comebacker, crediting his cleats for preventing a more serious injury.

The Guardians, activating third baseman José Ramírez from the injured list after a five-week absence due to left hand surgery. The Phillies, however, suffered a setback as J.T. Realmuto took responsibility for a baserunning mistake that derailed a potential rally in a close loss to the Dodgers. Detroit Tigers right-hander Jack Flaherty was placed on the IL with right flexor inflammation. White Sox catcher Kyle Teel, expected to miss six to twelve weeks with a high ankle sprain. Texas Rangers third baseman Josh Jung with left calf tightness. The Rangers also face a blow to their pitching depth with top draft pick Brody Bumila needing Tommy John surgery. Marlins All-Star right-hander Max Meyer is on the IL with a neck strain, while shortstop Otto Lopez was out of the lineup. The New York Mets from the injured list after nearly three months out with a back issue. Orioles All-Star catcher Adley Rutschman was placed on the IL with left wrist inflammation. Astros shortstop Jeremy Peña returned to the lineup, while Christian Walker remained out. The Twins, who is sixth in the majors with 25 home runs, after a nine-game absence for a right hip strain.

MLBPA Pushes Back on Draft Changes, Labor Negotiations Continue

The Major League Baseball Players Association has called to preserve the current draft system following a proposal from MLB to significantly reduce the draft rounds, slash amateur signing bonuses by over $150 million, and prevent high school players from entering the draft. This move signals ongoing friction in labor negotiations, with discussions about a new Collective Bargaining Agreement still being a major focus. The representation of Latino players at the bargaining table has also been highlighted as a point of concern in the ongoing labor discussions.

Other Notable MLB News and Transactions

The Milwaukee Brewers after his return from a layoff. The Cleveland Guardians, hitting seven home runs in a rout of the Twins, a stark contrast to their previous struggles with power. The Los Angeles Dodgers from the Colorado Rockies. The Cincinnati Reds when they intentionally walked the bases to face a struggling hitter, who then hit a grand slam. Nolan Arenado, becoming the sixth active player to reach 2,000 career hits. Fantasy managers and evaluating long-term. The Yankees' offense with an eight-run outing against the Pirates, though tensions flared in the eighth inning.