MLB Baseball 3 Days

Last updated: July 31, 2026, 11:31 PM ET

Player Injuries and Roster Moves

The San Francisco Giants are suspending payment to outfielder Harrison Bader after he aggravated a left foot injury in a scooter accident. Bader is awaiting further evaluation after the scooter crash caused more damage to his already injured foot. The Seattle Mariners placed third baseman J.P. Crawford on the 10-day injured list due to left wrist inflammation. The Boston Red Sox will reevaluate infielder Curtis Mead, who has a non-displaced fracture in his left wrist, in four weeks. Cubs reliever Gavin Hollowell was placed on the 15-day injured list with right shoulder inflammation. Giants infielder Schmitt will undergo an MRI after a torn meniscus was discovered in his left knee, with no immediate timetable for his return.

The Detroit Tigers have called up prized outfield prospect Max Clark from the minor leagues. They also pitcher Casey Mize from his scheduled start as the team approaches the trade deadline. The Baltimore Orioles acquired catcher Jake Rogers from the Tigers to address injuries at that position. The Angels, who have the American League's worst record at 42-66, traded reliever Chase Silseth and catcher Logan O'Hoppe to the Rangers. The New York Mets, currently in last place, traded left-handed relief pitcher A.J. Minter to the Twins for prospects Bruin Agbayani and Billy Amick.

Trade Deadline Buzz and Team Needs

The New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone expressed confidence that injured stars will return this season, even as the front office works to improve the team before Monday's trade deadline. Bryce Harper that the Phillies "need some help" at the trade deadline, as the team has struggled since the All-Star break. Phillies interim Don Mattingly acknowledged that the team needs to improve, saying "now's the time that we're going to find out what we're made of." Several major including the Yankees, Red Sox, and Phillies, are among the 12 clubs identified as needing to make significant moves before the trade deadline.

Notable Performances and Standings

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. The Twins had been no-hit through six innings before their late-game rally. Griffin Conine a go-ahead pinch-hit homer in the eighth inning, powering the Marlins to a 6-0 comeback win against the Phillies. The Marlins have now recorded 21 comeback victories this season.

Player Milestones and Suspensions

Tarik Skubal in his final start for the Tigers, received a standing ovation after recording his 1,000th career strikeout during a game against the Orioles. Manager A.J. confirmed that Skubal was still scheduled to start Wednesday against the Orioles as the trade deadline approached. Shohei Ohtani absent from the Dodgers' lineup Thursday as a precaution due to lingering left knee soreness, but manager Dave Roberts indicated he would return Friday. Dodgers president Friedman expressed strong confidence that Ohtani will eventually return to pitching.

Other News and Notes

A collector in Florida pulled a one-of-a-kind Shohei Ohtani Dual Gold Logoman autographed card and sold it for $11 million. The card was purchased by high-end sports card collector Matthew Allen. The Houston Astros are moving starter Tatsuya Imai to the bullpen for their weekend series against the Texas Rangers due to recent struggles. Shortstop Corey was activated from the injured list by the Texas Rangers. The Baltimore Orioles signed reliever Yennier Cano to a two-year contract extension, covering the 2027 and 2028 seasons, with a club option for 2029.