MLB Baseball 3 Days

Last updated: July 27, 2026, 11:30 PM ET

Marlins End Historic Skid, Other Teams Face Injury Woes

The Miami Marlins with an 8-7 walk-off victory over the Philadelphia Phillies on Monday, courtesy of a run-scoring single from Griffin Conine. This win came after the Marlins on Sunday, falling 5-3 to the San Diego Padres. In other Marlins news, minor league right-hander Eiver Mosquera for a positive test for boldenone.

Several teams battled significant player losses. The New York Yankees for four to six weeks due to a Grade 2 left hamstring strain. Bellinger was placed on the 10-day injured list after experiencing an issue while running the bases. The Cincinnati Reds placed infielder/outfielder Spencer Steer on the 10-day injured list with a right wrist sprain.

The Oakland Athletics are facing season-ending surgeries for two key players. All-Star catcher Shea Langeliers and right-hander Mark Leiter Jr. surgeries Tuesday, effectively ending their seasons. In a separate update on the A's, prospect Ryan Lasko from a broken back sustained four weeks ago. The Athletics also and optioned him to Triple-A, while former pitcher Chan Ho Park.

Pitching News and Roster Moves Across MLB

Chicago Cubs veteran pitcher Jameson Taillon was designated for assignment on Monday following a rough outing where he surrendered seven runs in four innings against the Pittsburgh Pirates. Meanwhile, Mets All-Star Juan Soto, currently sidelined despite a lost season for the team. Soto was previously and placed on the 10-day injured list.

In other pitching news, Max Scherzer is set to come off the injured list and make his start on his birthday Monday. The Milwaukee Brewers saw rookie pitcher Jacob Misiorowski by striking out the first seven Colorado Rockies batters on Sunday. The Texas Rangers have placed third baseman Josh Jung on the 10-day injured list with a left calf strain and recalled infielder Josh Smith. Minnesota Twins right-hander Mike Paredes was scratched from his scheduled start due to a left oblique strain. The Houston Astros placed starter Luis Arrighetti on the 15-day injured list with nerve irritation in his right foot.

Draft Updates and Hall of Fame Inductions

Among the players selected in the first 10 rounds of baseball's amateur draft, pitchers Logan Schmidt and Aidan Knaak were the only two unsigned by Monday's deadline. In a significant Hall of Fame induction ceremony on Sunday, Andruw Jones, Carlos Beltran, and Jeff Kent were officially enshrined in Cooperstown. The induction of this trio represents diverse backgrounds and extensive careers across multiple teams and countries as noted in the Hall of Fame coverage.

Trade Deadline Buzz and Player Milestones

As the Aug. 3 trade deadline approaches, speculation is mounting regarding the plans of NL powerhouses like the Brewers and Braves as they chase the Dodgers. Reports on farm system depth for all 30 teams are available for review as teams assess their minor league assets.

Individual player milestones included Mike Trout's, which also saw him move up the Angels' all-time lists for doubles and singles past Tim Salmon. Salvador Perez hit his 318th career home run on Saturday. Ryan O'Hearn celebrated his 33rd birthday with a grand slam in the Pittsburgh Pirates' 8-7 win over the Chicago Cubs on Sunday preventing a sweep. Dylan Beavers delivered his for the Orioles on Saturday night.

The Red Sox and Nationals completed a minor trade, with Boston in exchange for left-hander Connelly Early. The Boston Red Sox were also expected to activate and start left-hander Ranger Suarez on Sunday. Cubs prospect Pete Crow-Armstrong for the 2026 Major League Baseball pre-arbitration bonus pool.

Injury Updates and Cautious Approaches

The Los Angeles Dodgers are taking a cautious approach with Shohei Ohtani, with manager Dave Roberts stating that Ohtani experienced "a little bit of regression" after his last bullpen session and will skip his next scheduled session. Roberts also indicated that Ohtani's return to the mound will not be rushed. Corey Seager took live batting practice for the first time since his latest back injury sidelined him earlier this month. The Mets' Freddy Peralta, a free agent this offseason, expressed disappointment and acknowledged his likely final appearance for the team on Sunday. Injured pitcher Clay Holmes is among several veterans the Mets have made available for trade talks. The Athletics' Shea Langeliers, who is slated for season-ending surgery, could potentially miss the remainder of the 2026 season due to a torn meniscus.