MLB Baseball 3 Days

Last updated: July 28, 2026, 8:31 AM ET

Player Injuries and Roster Moves

Several players are facing significant time on the injured list. Cody Bellinger, an All-Star outfielder for the New York Yankees, will be sidelined for four to six weeks with a Grade 2 left hamstring strain. The Reds have placed utility man Spencer Steer on the 10-day injured list due to a right wrist sprain. In Boston, infielder Curtis Mead exited his Red Sox debut after being hit by a pitch on his left wrist, resulting in a contusion. Giants' third baseman Casey Schmitt also left his game with an apparent leg injury. Pirates rookie outfielder Esmerlyn Valdez was removed from his game after being struck on the left hand by a pitch.

The Athletics are facing season-ending procedures for key players. All-Star catcher Shea Langeliers and right-hander Mark Leiter Jr. are scheduled for surgery on Tuesday. Langeliers' surgery could potentially sideline him for the remainder of the 2026 season due to a torn meniscus. Veteran pitcher Jameson Taillon was designated for assignment by the Chicago Cubs following struggles on the mound. The Brewers have also designated veteran pitcher Lance McCullers Jr. for assignment less than two weeks after acquiring him.

Other teams are dealing with injuries as well. The Rangers have placed third baseman Josh Jung on the injured list with a left calf strain. Mets' All-Star Juan Soto is expected to miss a significant period with a Grade 2 left calf strain, though he "100%" expects to return this year. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts indicated that Shohei Ohtani experienced "a little bit of regression" in his bullpen session and will not be rushed back to pitching.

Team Performances and Streaks

The Miami Marlins finally ended their franchise-record 12-game losing streak with a walk-off single by Griffin Conine against the Philadelphia Phillies. Prior to this victory, the Marlins had suffered a sweep by the San Diego Padres, extending their losing streak to 12 games. In a notable pitching performance, Milwaukee's Jacob Misiorowski set a franchise record by striking out the first seven Colorado Rockies batters he faced on Sunday, ultimately fanning 12 of the first 13 batters he encountered.

The Atlanta Braves secured an extra-inning victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates, with manager Walt Weiss's unconventional intentional walk strategy paying off in the bottom of the 11th inning. The Pittsburgh Pirates avoided a sweep against the Chicago Cubs thanks to a birthday grand slam from Ryan O'Hearn, securing an 8-7 win. The Baltimore Orioles also had a walk-off win, with Dylan Beavers delivering an RBI single in the ninth inning for his third career walk-off hit. Salvador Perez continued his climb up the Royals' all-time home run list, hitting his 318th career homer to pass George Brett.

Hall of Fame and Offseason Outlook

The baseball world celebrated the enshrinement of Andruw Jones, Carlos Beltran, and Jeff Kent into the Hall of Fame on Sunday. Their inductions represent diverse paths and significant contributions to the game across multiple countries and teams. With the trade deadline approaching, discussions are underway regarding the plans of several National League powerhouses, including the Milwaukee Brewers and the Atlanta Braves.

The Oakland Athletics saw a significant addition to their ownership group with former pitcher Chan Ho Park becoming the first Korean to purchase a stake in a major league club. In fantasy baseball news, Pete Crow-Armstrong leads the projected allocation for the 2026 Major League Baseball pre-arbitration bonus pool. Additionally, reports are emerging regarding the farm system contents of all 30 teams, which will be crucial as the trade season unfolds.