MLB Baseball 3 Days

Last updated: July 29, 2026, 5:31 AM ET

Trade Deadline Buzz and Contender Needs

With the August 3 trade deadline rapidly approaching, several teams are assessing their needs. The Philadelphia Phillies, struggling at 3-8 since the All-Star break, are looking for reinforcements, with Bryce Harper stating the team "needs some help". In the National League, the Milwaukee Brewers are considering making a significant move, while the Atlanta Braves are reportedly "all-in" as they chase the Dodgers. Experts are also speculating on blockbuster deals that could shake up the league, with hypothetical scenarios involving Francisco Lindor and Tarik Skubal being discussed. Tigers manager A.J. Hinch confirmed that ace Tarik Skubal is scheduled to start Wednesday as the deadline nears.

Injury Bug Continues to Bite Across the League

A rash of injuries continues to impact MLB rosters. Infielder Curtis Mead fractured his left wrist in his Red Sox debut after being hit by a pitch, an incident that also saw him exit his first game with a contusion on his left wrist. Giants infielder Casey Schmitt will miss significant time after an MRI revealed a torn meniscus in his left knee, with the team providing no timetable for his return. Outfielder Byron Buxton reaggravated a hip injury and exited the Twins' victory, while Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. left a game with right hamstring tightness. All-Star outfielder Cody Bellinger will be out for four to six weeks with a Grade 2 left hamstring strain.