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Last updated: July 27, 2026, 11:31 AM ET

NL East Race Tightens as Acuña Returns, Mets Struggle

The Atlanta Braves are poised to activate right fielder Ronald Acuña Jr. from the injured list ahead of Monday's game against the New York Mets, according to sources told ESPN. Acuña Jr. has been sidelined since June 9, and his return could provide a significant boost to the Braves' lineup. Meanwhile, the Mets are facing further setbacks, with All-Star left fielder Juan Soto diagnosed with a Grade 2 left calf strain, an injury expected to sideline him for a significant period of time. Adding to the Mets' woes, pitcher Freddy Peralta acknowledged his likely exit from the team as the Aug. 3 trade deadline approaches and the team's postseason hopes fade, stating, "I've let them down" on Sunday.

AL East Standings See Movement Amidst Injuries and Trades

The Boston Red Sox are expected to activate left-hander Ranger Suarez from the injured list for Sunday's series finale against Toronto, according to interim manager Chad Tracy on Saturday. In a separate move, Boston traded lefty Connelly Early to the Nationals in exchange for infielder Curtis Mead on Friday. The New York Yankees have placed All-Star outfielder Cody Bellinger on the 10-day injured list with a left hamstring strain after he experienced an issue while running the bases on Saturday. The Cleveland Guardians activated outfielder Angel Martinez from the 10-day injured list and left-handed reliever Tim Herrin from the 15-day IL on Friday.

Central Division Notes: Brewers Surge, Pirates Snap Losing Streak

Milwaukee's Jacob Misiorowski set a franchise record on Sunday by striking out the first seven Colorado Rockies batters he faced, ultimately finishing with 12 strikeouts in five innings