MLB Baseball 3 Days

Last updated: July 28, 2026, 11:31 AM ET

Hall of Fame Inductions and Notable Milestones

Cooperstown welcomed three new legends on Sunday as Andruw Jones, Carlos Beltran, and Jeff Kent were officially enshrined. Their inductions represent diverse paths and numerous teams across their decorated careers as noted by ESPN. In other 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 etched his name in the record books, hitting his 318th career home run to surpass George Brett's franchise record for the Royals and moved up the active player list.

Player Injuries and Roster Moves

The injury bug continued to bite MLB teams, with several key players landing on the injured list. All-Star outfielder Cody Bellinger of the Yankees will miss four to six weeks with a Grade 2 left hamstring strain according to reports. San Francisco's Casey Schmitt is also expected to miss significant time after exiting with an apparent leg injury requiring evaluation. The Red Sox saw infielder Curtis Mead leave his debut after being hit by a pitch on the left wrist, resulting in a contusion and a trip to the IL. The Mets placed Juan Soto on the 10-day injured list with a Grade 2 left calf strain, though he "100%" expects to return this year following healing. In roster moves, the Cubs designated veteran pitcher Jameson Taillon for assignment after a difficult outing amidst struggles, and the Brewers DFA'd recently acquired righty Lance McCullers Jr. less than. The Rangers placed third baseman Josh Jung on the IL with a left calf strain.

Trade Deadline Buzz and Prospect News

With the trade deadline approaching, speculation surrounding potential moves for NL contenders like the Brewers and Braves is heating up as teams chase the Dodgers. Experts have also proposed blockbuster deals that could shake up the league. On the prospect front, Athletics catcher Shea Langeliers and pitcher Mark Leiter Jr. are set for season-ending surgeries due to injuries. Langeliers, in particular, could potentially miss the remainder of the 2026 season after suffering a torn meniscus. Prospect Ryan Lasko, who broke his back four weeks ago, has shown progress in his recovery and is feeling sensation returning in his legs. The Athletics also reinstated Nick Kurtz from the injured list and optioned Ryan Muncy to Triple-A. The Cubs' Pete Crow-Armstrong tops the projected allocation of the 2026 pre-arbitration bonus pool leading the list.

Ohtani Situation and on-Field Incidents

New audio has surfaced shedding light on the Shohei Ohtani interpreter case, with the former interpreter initially telling a reporter Ohtani agreed to cover his gambling debt before reversing course. 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 as the team remains cautious. The rise of hit batters in MLB continues, with a new philosophy seemingly emerging where players are expected to "just wear it". Pirates rookie Esmerlyn Valdez was removed from a game after being hit in the left hand by a pitch exiting the contest. Similarly, Red Sox infielder Curtis Mead was hit on the left wrist by a pitch in his debut, leading to his exit with a contusion.

Team Performances and Streaks