MLB Baseball 3 Days

Last updated: July 29, 2026, 8:31 PM ET

Trade Deadline Buzz and Team Needs

The trade deadline is fast approaching, and several teams are looking to make significant moves. The Philadelphia Phillies, having dropped nine of their last 12 games, are in need of reinforcements, with interim manager Don Mattingly stating, "now's the time that we're going to find out what we're made of" said. Bryce Harper echoed this sentiment, bluntly stating the team "need some help" stated. The New York Yankees and Boston Red Sox are also among the 12 teams that most need to make a deal are. From a potential makeover in Queens for the Mets to additions in the Bronx for the Yankees, wish lists are being drawn up are. Experts are proposing blockbuster deals that could shake up the league, with questions arising about where stars like Tarik Skubal and Mason Miller might land are. NL contenders, including the Milwaukee Brewers and Atlanta Braves, are evaluating their deadline needs as they chase the Dodgers are.

Injuries Continue to Mount Across MLB

Injuries continue to plague MLB rosters with several key players landing on the injured list. Minnesota Twins outfielder Byron Buxton has returned to the IL with the same right hip impingement that caused him to miss the All-Star Game has. He had reaggravated the injury during Tuesday's win over the Royals had. Kansas City Royals first baseman Vinnie Pasquantino has been placed on the 10-day IL with a sore right wrist, hitting .232 with 6 home runs has. Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani's return to the mound remains uncertain as the team continues to get healthier remains. Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. exited Tuesday's loss with right hamstring tightness exited. San Francisco Giants center fielder Harrison Bader is awaiting evaluation after a scooter crash caused further damage to an already injured left foot is. Giants infielder Casey Schmitt will undergo further evaluation after an MRI revealed a torn meniscus in his left knee, with no timetable for his return will. Milwaukee Brewers first baseman Jake Bauers is out with a broken big toe on his right foot after fouling a ball off it is. Cincinnati Reds infielder/outfielder Spencer Steer has been placed on the 10-day IL with a right wrist sprain has. All-Star outfielder Cody Bellinger will miss four to six weeks due to a Grade 2 left hamstring strain will.

Pitching Performances and Milestones

Pitchers are reaching significant milestones and experiencing mixed results on the mound. Tarik Skubal, in what could potentially be his final start for the Detroit Tigers, received a standing ovation after recording his 1,000th career strikeout against the Baltimore Orioles received. Manager A.J. Hinch confirmed Skubal was still scheduled to start Wednesday against Baltimore as the trade deadline nears confirmed. Former Cy Young winner Shane Bieber struggled in his start for the Toronto Blue Jays, issuing six walks to nine batters faced and exiting after just two-thirds of an inning struggled. Max Scherzer is set to come off the injured list and start on his birthday Monday against the Nationals is. In a franchise record, Milwaukee's Jacob Misiorowski struck out the first seven Colorado Rockies batters he faced on Sunday, ultimately fanning 12 of the first 13 struck.

Player Health and Recovery Updates

Several players are dealing with injuries and recovery processes. Twins outfielder Byron Buxton reaggravated a hip injury in Tuesday's victory, forcing him out of the game reaggravated. Shohei Ohtani's mound return for the Dodgers is still up in the air, though other Dodgers players like Edwin Diaz and Blake Snell are nearing health is. Vladimir Guerrero Jr. left Tuesday's game with hamstring tightness left. Harrison Bader is facing further evaluation after a scooter crash exacerbated a pre-existing foot injury is. Casey Schmitt's season is in jeopardy with a torn meniscus in his knee is. Jake Bauers has a broken toe has. Spencer Steer is on the IL with a wrist sprain is. Cody Bellinger faces a 4-6 week absence with a hamstring strain faces. Kyle Schwarber is expected to miss a game due to illness is. Curtis Mead left his Red Sox debut after being hit by a pitch on the wrist left. Shea Langeliers and Mark Leiter Jr. will undergo season-ending surgeries for the Oakland Athletics will. Ryan Lasko is showing progress in his recovery from a broken back is. Juan Soto expects to return this year from a calf strain expects. Esmerlyn Valdez was back in the lineup Tuesday after being hit by a pitch on Monday was.

Team Struggles and Comeback Victories

Some teams are grappling with extended losing streaks and offensive woes, while others are finding ways to rally. The Miami Marlins ended their franchise-record 12-game losing streak with a comeback victory over the Philadelphia Phillies, with Griffin Conine hitting a go-ahead pinch-hit homer in the eighth inning ended. Manager Clayton McCullough likened the skid to "The Odyssey" before the win likened. The Marlins also achieved their 21st comeback win of the season achieved. The Detroit Tigers blew a 7-0 lead against the Baltimore Orioles in a game where pitcher Tarik Skubal may have made his final start for the team blew. The Philadelphia Phillies are struggling, having lost three of their last four games are.

Trade Deadline Speculation and Roster Moves

With the trade deadline approaching, teams are making roster adjustments and speculation is rife about potential deals. The Mariners activated outfielder Rob Refsnyder from the injured list and designated pitcher Mike Kennedy for assignment activated. The Cubs designated veteran pitcher Jameson Taillon for assignment after a rough outing designated. The Athletics' All-Star catcher Shea Langeliers and pitcher Mark Leiter Jr. are set for season-ending surgeries are. Pitchers Logan Schmidt and Aidan Knaak were the only two players from the first 10 rounds of the amateur draft not to sign by Monday's deadline were.

Hall of Fame Inductions and Notable Performances

Baseball's Hall of Fame welcomed new enshrinees, while some players delivered standout performances. Andruw Jones, Carlos Beltran, and Jeff Kent were officially inducted into the Hall of Fame were. Their diverse paths to Cooperstown represent multiple countries, teams, and achievements represent. Mike Trout recorded his first four-hit game in over five years, moving up the Angels' career lists for doubles and singles recorded. In an unusual strategic move, Braves manager Walt Weiss ordered an intentional walk with runners on first and second in the 11th inning, which paid off as the team secured a victory ordered.

Shohei Ohtani Investigation Continues

The investigation into Shohei Ohtani's former interpreter, Ippei Mizuhara, and a massive sports betting scheme continues to develop with new audio surfacing continues. New audio suggests Mizuhara initially told a reporter that Ohtani had agreed to cover his gambling debt, but later reversed course suggests. A podcast exploring the unraveling of Ohtani's relationship with Mizuhara is available from 30 for 30 Podcasts is.

Hit By Pitch Phenomenon

The rise in hit batters (HBP) in MLB is being examined, with factors including a focus on velocity, weak control, and a "just wear it" mentality contributing to the trend is.

Ownership and Fantasy Baseball

Former pitcher Chan Ho Park has joined the Athletics' ownership group, becoming the first Korean to purchase a stake in a major league club has. Fantasy baseball managers are advised to consider waiver wire pickups as the season progresses are.