MLB Baseball 3 Days

Last updated: July 27, 2026, 2:30 AM ET

Hall of Fame Inductions and Notable Player Achievements

The Baseball Hall of Fame welcomed its newest members as Andruw Jones, Carlos Beltran, and Jeff Kent were officially enshrined in Cooperstown officially arrived. These three players, representing diverse backgrounds and careers across numerous teams, earned their place among baseball's legends. In other individual milestones, Mike Trout achieved his first four-hit game in over five years, climbing the Angels' all-time lists for doubles and singles. Salvador Perez also made history, hitting his 318th career home run to surpass George Brett's franchise record for the Royals.

Team Performances and Streaks

The Miami Marlins continued their struggles, extending a franchise-record losing streak to 12 games after being swept by the San Diego Padres. Meanwhile, the Atlanta Braves secured an extra-inning victory, with manager Walt Weiss's unconventional intentional walk strategy paying off in an 11th-inning win. On the offensive front, Ryan O'Hearn celebrated his 33rd birthday with a grand slam, helping the Pittsburgh Pirates avoid a sweep against the Chicago Cubs. Dylan Beavers delivered his third career walk-off hit for the Baltimore Orioles.

Pitching Highlights and Records

Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Jacob Misiorowski set a franchise record by striking out the first seven Colorado Rockies batters he faced, ultimately fanning 12 of the first 13 in his outing. Max Scherzer is set to return from the injured list and start on his 42nd birthday. In a notable team move, the Red Sox acquired left-hander Connelly Early from the Nationals in exchange for infielder Curtis Mead. The Pirates bolstered their bullpen by acquiring reliever Ron Marinaccio from the Padres.

Injuries and Roster Moves Impacting Teams

Several teams faced significant injury setbacks. All-Star outfielder Cody Bellinger was placed on the 10-day injured list by the Yankees with a left hamstring strain. Mets All-Star Juan Soto was diagnosed with a Grade 2 left calf strain and is expected to miss considerable time. The Rangers placed third baseman Josh Jung on the injured list with a left calf strain and recalled Josh Smith. In a potentially season-ending development, Athletics catcher Shea Langeliers could miss the remainder of the 2026 season after tearing his meniscus.

Dodgers manager Dave Roberts indicated Shohei Ohtani experienced "a little bit of regression" and would skip a bullpen session, with the team not rushing his return to the mound. Veteran pitcher Lance McCullers Jr. was designated for assignment by the Brewers less than two weeks after being acquired. The Astros placed starter Arrighetti on the 15-day injured list with nerve irritation in his right foot. Twins right-hander Mike Paredes was scratched from his start due to a left oblique strain.

The Mets are reportedly making veteran pitcher Clay Holmes available in trade talks as discussions have stalled. The Athletics reinstated slugger Nick Kurtz from the injured list and inserted him into the lineup. The Guardians activated outfielder Angel Martinez and left-handed reliever Tim Herrin from their respective injured lists. Brewers infielder David Hamilton has been activated from the injured list. The Red Sox are expected to activate and start left-hander Ranger Suarez on Sunday.

Ownership Changes and Future Outlook

Former pitcher Chan Ho Park has become the first Korean to purchase a stake in a major league club, joining the Oakland Athletics' ownership group. Additionally, an investment group including Mark Cuban has bought a minority stake in the Athletics. The Athletics are preparing for a potential move to Las Vegas in 2028. In other news regarding young talent, Pete Crow-Armstrong leads the projected allocation of the 2026 Major League Baseball pre-arbitration bonus pool. Rintaro Sasaki stated that he chose the Marlins for the quickest path to the major leagues.

Player Statements and Managerial Notes

Freddy Peralta, facing a likely exit from the Mets with the trade deadline approaching and the team out of contention, expressed his feelings of letting the team down. Tigers pitcher Tarik Skubal stated his preference to finish the season with Detroit and win the World Series. Kansas City Royals manager Matt Quatraro missed a game due to a personal matter. Marlins minor leaguer Eiver Mosquera has been suspended for 80 games following a positive test for a performance-enhancing substance. Corey Seager took live batting practice for the first time since his latest back injury sidelined him. President Donald Trump welcomed the Los Angeles Dodgers to the White House for their second visit.