MLB Baseball 3 Days

Last updated: July 29, 2026, 2:31 PM ET

Trade Deadline Buzz and Team Needs

As the August 3rd trade deadline looms, several teams are making their needs known. The Philadelphia Phillies, struggling with a 3-8 record since the All-Star break, are openly seeking reinforcements, with Bryce Harper stating the team "needs some help" ESPN MLB. Meanwhile, the New York Yankees and Mets are reportedly eyeing potential blockbuster deals, with speculation including Mason Miller heading to the Bronx and a potential shake-up in Queens ESPN MLB. Across the league, 12 teams, including the Yankees, Red Sox, Phillies, and Cubs, are identified as needing to make significant moves before the deadline ESPN MLB. Experts are also weighing in on potential game-changing trades, with scenarios like Francisco Lindor moving across New York and Tarik Skubal or Mason Miller being dealt being discussed ESPN MLB. The National League contenders, including the Milwaukee Brewers and Atlanta Braves, are also facing deadline decisions as they pursue the Dodgers ESPN MLB.

Injury Report and Player Updates

Several key players are navigating injuries, impacting their teams. Giants center fielder Harrison Bader is facing further evaluation after a scooter crash aggravated a pre-existing foot injury ESPN MLB. In Minnesota, Byron Buxton reaggravated a hip injury and exited Tuesday's game ESPN MLB. Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. left Tuesday's loss with right hamstring tightness ESPN MLB. For the Yankees, All-Star outfielder Cody Bellinger will be sidelined for four to six weeks with a Grade 2 left hamstring strain ESPN MLB. Phillies slugger Kyle Schwarber is expected to miss Tuesday's game due to illness ESPN MLB. In positive news, Mets All-Star Juan Soto, who is dealing with a Grade 2 calf strain, expects a return this season and is "100%" confident ESPN MLB. Corey Seager took live batting practice for the first time since his back injury sidelined him in early July ESPN MLB.

Pitching Performances and Milestones

Tarik Skubal of the Detroit Tigers received a standing ovation for his 1,000th career strikeout in what could be his final start for the team before the trade deadline ESPN MLB. Tigers manager A.J. Hinch confirmed Skubal was still scheduled to start Wednesday against the Orioles ESPN MLB. In a concerning outing, former Cy Young winner Shane Bieber of the Toronto Blue Jays issued six walks to nine batters faced, including three with the bases loaded, before exiting early ESPN MLB. Brewers pitcher Jacob Misiorowski set a franchise record by striking out the first seven Rockies batters he faced on Sunday, ultimately striking out 12 of the first 13 ESPN MLB. Max Scherzer is set to come off the injured list and start on his 42nd birthday Monday against the Nationals ESPN MLB.

Player Transactions and Roster Moves

The Mariners activated outfielder Rob Refsnyder from the injured list on Tuesday ESPN MLB. The Cubs designated veteran pitcher Jameson Taillon for assignment after he struggled in his recent outing ESPN MLB. The Red Sox and Nationals completed a trade, with Boston acquiring infielder Curtis Mead for left-hander Connelly Early ESPN MLB. Athletics All-Star catcher Shea Langeliers and pitcher Mark Leiter Jr. will undergo season-ending surgeries ESPN MLB. Langeliers, however, may miss the remainder of the 2026 season due to a torn meniscus ESPN MLB. Brewers first baseman Jake Bauers has a broken big toe on his right foot and was out of the lineup ESPN MLB. Pirates rookie Esmerlyn Valdez was hit by a pitch but was back in the lineup the next night ESPN MLB. Reds infielder/outfielder Spencer Steer was placed on the 10-day injured list with a right wrist sprain ESPN MLB.

Hall of Fame and Off-Field News

Andruw Jones, Carlos Beltran, and Jeff Kent were officially enshrined in baseball's Hall of Fame on Sunday, marking a significant moment for the trio ESPN MLB. Their induction represents diverse paths and contributions to the game ESPN MLB. On the business side, former pitcher Chan Ho Park has become the first Korean to purchase a stake in a major league club, joining the Athletics' ownership group ESPN MLB. In off-field legal and personal news, new audio has emerged shedding light on the Shohei Ohtani interpreter case, with his former interpreter reportedly initially claiming Ohtani agreed to cover gambling debts before reversing course ESPN MLB. A podcast detailing the unraveling of Ohtani's relationship with his interpreter amid a sports betting scheme is now available ESPN MLB.

League Trends and Other Noteworthy Events

The Marlins ended their franchise-record 12-game losing streak with a walk-off single against the Phillies ESPN MLB. Manager Clayton McCullough likened the team's skid to "The Odyssey" ESPN MLB. The Padres completed a sweep of the Marlins on Sunday, extending Miami's losing streak to 12 games ESPN MLB. In a strategic move, Atlanta manager Walt Weiss ordered an intentional walk with men on first and second in the 11th inning, a decision that ultimately paid off in an 11-inning win ESPN MLB. Mike Trout recorded his first four-hit game in over five years and moved up the Angels' all-time lists for doubles and singles ESPN MLB. Ryan O'Hearn hit a grand slam on his birthday in a Pirates victory over the Cubs ESPN MLB. The rise in hit batters in MLB is being attributed to increased velocity, weaker control, and a new "just wear it" philosophy ESPN MLB. Pitchers Logan Schmidt and Aidan Knaak were the only players drafted in the first 10 rounds of the amateur draft who did not sign by the deadline ESPN MLB.