MLB Baseball 3 Days

Last updated: August 1, 2026, 2:31 PM ET

Trade Deadline Frenzy and Player Movement

MLB trade deadline approaches, teams are actively making moves to bolster their rosters. The Minnesota Twins have acquired starting pitcher Dean Kremer from the Baltimore Orioles . In another significant trade, the last-place New York Mets sent left-handed relief pitcher A.J. Minter to the Twins in exchange for prospects Bruin Agbayani and Billy Amick . The Cleveland Guardians have also been active, acquiring right-handed pitcher Craig Yoho and switch-hitter Blake Perkins from the Milwaukee Brewers for minor league catcher Bo Naylor . The Angels, struggling with an AL-worst 42-66 record, have traded reliever Chase Silseth and catcher Logan O'Hoppe to the Texas Rangers for minor league third baseman Angel Arredondo . Amidst catcher the Baltimore Orioles acquired Jake Rogers from the Detroit Tigers for minor league right-hander Zane Barnhart .

Prospects and Injury Updates

Prized outfield Max Clark was called up by the Detroit Tigers and made his MLB debut, recording three hits and an RBI in a win . The Tigers also scratched Casey Mize from his scheduled start as they began their final series before the trade deadline . The Mariners have placed third baseman J.P. Crawford on the 10-day injured list due to left wrist inflammation . Cubs reliever Hollowell has been placed on the 15-day injured list with right shoulder inflammation, while left-hander Antoine Kelly was recalled from Triple-A Iowa . Orioles first Ryan Mountcastle's season is in doubt after suffering a torn oblique during his recovery from an earlier left foot fracture . Red Sox baseman Willson Contreras exited a game after being struck on the helmet by a 95 mph fastball and is undergoing precautionary evaluations . Giants outfielder Bader is having his pay suspended after aggravating a left foot injury in a scooter crash . Athletics first Nick Kurtz will undergo an MRI for a bruised forearm after being hit by a pitch . Royals first Vinnie Pasquantino has been placed on the 10-day injured list with a sore right wrist . Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. left a game with right hamstring tightness . Rays starting Shane McClanahan is listed as day to day after exiting his start with back tightness . Twins outfielder Buxton has returned to the injured list with a right hip impingement, the same injury that caused him to miss the All-Star Game .

Team Performance and Managerial Comments

The Philadelphia Phillies are in a slump, having dropped nine of twelve games since the All-Star break . Interim manager Mattingly stated that "now's the time that we're going to find out what we're made of" . Bryce Harper the team "need some help" at the deadline, especially after their recent struggles . Yankees manager Aaron Boone expressed confidence in getting his injured stars back before the season concludes, regardless of any deadline acquisitions . The Houston Astros have shifted starter Tatsuya Imai to the bullpen following a rough outing .

Pitcher Stock Watch and Notable Performances

Tarik Skubal a standing ovation and recorded his 1,000th career strikeout in what could be his final start for the Detroit Tigers . Dodgers executive Friedman is confident that Shohei Ohtani will eventually return to pitch, despite his ongoing knee issues . Clemens hit a walk-off grand slam with two outs and two strikes in the ninth inning to give the Twins a 4-3 victory over the Royals, after being no-hit through six innings .

Contract Extensions and Memorabilia Sales

The Baltimore Orioles have signed reliever Yennier Cano to a two-year contract extension, covering the 2027 and 2028 seasons, with a club option for 2029 . In a remarkable sale, a collector in Florida pulled a 1-of-1 Shohei Ohtani Dual Gold Logoman autographed card and sold it for $11 million to high-end sports card collector Matthew Allen .

Trade Deadline Candidates and Team Needs

Tarik Skubal a prominent name on the list of top trade deadline candidates, with speculation about his future with the Tigers . Several teams the Yankees, Red Sox, and Phillies, are identified as needing to make significant deals before the Monday deadline . The Dodgers are also mentioned as potentially checking on Skubal if he becomes available . Mets undergoing a potential "extreme makeover," while the Yankees might be looking to acquire Mason Miller .

League Trends and Player Stories

The league is experiencing a historic rise in hit batters, attributed to increased velocity, less control, and a "just wear it" mentality . A podcast, "30 for 30: 'The Betrayal of Shohei Ohtani'," is available, detailing the unraveling of Shohei Ohtani's relationship with his interpreter Ippei Mizuhara amid a sports betting scheme . Fantasy baseball are advised to monitor closer stock, with Edwin Diaz reportedly set to return .