MLB Baseball 3 Days

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

Trade Deadline Buzz and Roster Moves

trade deadline is creating significant movement across MLB as teams look to bolster their rosters or retool for the future. The last-place Mets initiated their selling spree by trading left-handed relief pitcher A.J. Minter to the Twins for prospects Bruin Agbayani and Billy Amick . In another notable AL East deal, the Orioles, facing catcher injuries, acquired Jake Rogers from the Tigers in exchange for minor league right-hander Zane Barnhart . AL-worst Angels holding a 42-66 record entering Wednesday, sent reliever Chase Silseth and catcher Logan O'Hoppe to the Rangers for minor league 3B Angel Arredondo .

Injury Updates and Player Concerns

Several teams are dealing with significant player injuries, casting doubt on season timelines and affecting team performance. Orioles first baseman Ryan Mountcastle's recovery from a foot fracture has been complicated by a torn oblique, potentially ending his season . Red Sox Curtis Mead will be sidelined for at least four weeks with a non-displaced fracture in his left wrist . Cubs reliever Hollowell was placed on the 15-day injured list with right shoulder inflammation, while closer Palencia is nearing a return . Giants center Harrison Bader is awaiting evaluation after a scooter crash exacerbated an existing foot injury . Athletics first Nick Kurtz will undergo an MRI for a bruised forearm sustained after being hit by a pitch . Giants infielder Schmitt has a torn meniscus in his left knee with no immediate timetable for his return . Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. exited Tuesday's loss with right hamstring tightness .

Key Player Returns and Performance Notes

Despite injury some key players are making their way back to active rosters. Rangers shortstop Corey Seager was activated from the injured list on Friday, ahead of a crucial series against the Astros . Twins outfielder Buxton has returned to the injured list with a hip impingement, the same issue that caused him to miss the All-Star Game . Buxton reaggravated the injury during Tuesday's win, leaving the game in the fifth inning . Royals first Vinnie Pasquantino was placed on the 10-day injured list with a sore right wrist, having hit .232 with 6 home runs . Brewers first Jake Bauers has a broken big toe on his right foot and missed Tuesday's game against the Giants .

Pitching Strides and Setbacks

Pitching news has been varied, with some aces making notable starts and others facing difficulties. Astros starter Tatsuya Imai will move to the bullpen for the weekend series against the Texas Rangers after a rough outing in his last start . Rays starting Shane McClanahan is considered day to day after leaving Thursday's game with back tightness in the fourth inning . Shohei Ohtani held out of the Dodgers' lineup on Thursday due to left knee soreness as a precautionary measure, but manager Dave Roberts confirmed he would return Friday . Dodgers management "very confident" that Ohtani will eventually return to pitching while managing his knee issues . Tigers ace Skubal is still scheduled to start Wednesday against the Orioles, with his potential trade status looming . Skubal received a standing ovation from fans in what might have been his final start for Detroit, reaching his 1,000th career strikeout during Wednesday's game against the Orioles . Jays pitcher Shane Bieber, a former Cy Young winner, issued six walks in his brief outing Tuesday, including three with the bases full .

Team Struggles and Trade Deadline Discussions

Several teams are publicly acknowledging the need for reinforcements as the trade deadline approaches. Phillies interim manager Don Mattingly stated the team needs to "do better" after losing nine of twelve games since the All-Star break . Bryce Harper this sentiment, saying the Phillies "need some help" at the deadline given their 3-8 record post-All-Star break . Yankees manager Boone expressed confidence in getting his injured stars back this season, regardless of any moves made before Monday's deadline . Both Yankees and Mets are mentioned as teams that could benefit from significant moves, with wish lists circulating for potential acquisitions . The Phillies and Cubs are also highlighted among the twelve teams most in need of action before the deadline .

Unusual Baseball News

In a unique piece of baseball memorabilia news, a collector in Florida pulled a 1-of-1 Shohei Ohtani Dual Gold Logoman autographed card and sold it for $11 million to collector Matthew Allen . The sport is also grappling with a historic rise in hit batters, attributed to increased velocity, less control, and a new "just wear it" mentality among hitters . In a game result, Kody Clemens hit a walk-off grand slam with two outs and two strikes in the ninth inning, leading the Twins to a 4-3 victory over the Royals after being no-hit through six innings . The Marlins secured their 21st comeback win of the season, rallying from a 6-0 deficit to beat the Phillies thanks to a pinch-hit homer by Griffin Conine in the eighth . The Mariners reinstated outfielder Rob Refsnyder from the injured list on Tuesday .