MLB Baseball 3 Days

Last updated: August 6, 2026, 10:43 PM ET

Trade Deadline Fallout & Big Moves

The Dodgers' acquisition of two-time Cy Young Award winner Tarik Skubal on Saturday has made them the clear betting favorites to win the World Series, sitting well ahead of the Yankees on the odds board. Skubal didn't have his best stuff in his Los Angeles debut, landing only 51 strikes on 85 pitches, but the Dodgers still managed to secure the win. The new Dodgers ace dismissed criticism of the team's spending power, saying he doesn't "really sympathize with people that blame the Dodgers for anything they've done," and noting that "every team could trade for me." Tigers president Scott Harris defended the decision to trade Skubal before the deadline, insisting that "that's not how markets for the top players work" when asked about waiting for a better return.

The Red Sox made the biggest splash of their deadline haul by acquiring three-time All-Star catcher Adley Rutschman from the Orioles, with chief baseball officer Breslow stating that the surging team "deserved" the big trades. Rutschman said he's just trying to fit in with a Red Sox team that has been on a roll over the last month. Boston also got a stellar pitching performance from Sonny Gray, who pitched three-hit ball and struck out eight over six innings for his AL-leading 14th victory in a 4-0 win over the White Sox. The Phillies made a notable lineup change, moving Bryce Harper to right field for the remainder of the season after acquiring three-time batting champion Luis Arraez. Meanwhile, the Padres shored up their rotation by acquiring left-hander Robbie Ray from the Giants and right-hander Casey Mize from the Tigers. The Cubs also added pitching depth, acquiring right-hander Clay Holmes and outfielder Tyrone Taylor from the Mets for infielder Jefferson Rojas.

Standout Performances & Key Results

Pete Crow-Armstrong made a strong case for NL MVP on Wednesday, slugging two home runs in a Cubs win against the Dodgers that saw Shohei Ohtani also go deep twice at Wrigley Field. Cristopher Sanchez became the first 15-game winner in the majors this season as the Phillies beat the Nationals 7-3 on Thursday night. The Braves' Bryce Elder and Grant Holmes have pitched like the team didn't need a top-line starter, silencing critics after the club failed to make a big deadline move. Yankees prospect George Lombard Jr. became the third-youngest Yankee to homer in his first game, doing so on a night when his little brother also went deep in his own professional debut.

Injury Report & Roster Moves

The Twins' Joe Ryan is expected to need a stint on the injured list after an MRI revealed a mild left glute strain. Red Sox first baseman Triston Casas underwent arthroscopic surgery on his left wrist, the latest setback to land him on the injured list. Reds right-hander Hunter Greene was placed on the 15-day IL with right elbow soreness, having made only five starts since coming off the injured list previously. Dodgers catcher Dalton Rushing has a slight tear in the UCL in his right elbow, follow-up testing revealed. Padres right-hander Nick Pivetta exited his first rehab outing with minor tightness in his right elbow, according to manager Craig Stammen. Blue Jays pitcher Trey Yesavage lasted only two innings before leaving his start with left knee discomfort. Cardinals All-Star right fielder Jordan Walker was scratched from the lineup with right knee inflammation. The Nationals placed All-Star outfielder James Wood on the 10-day injured list with a left oblique strain. The Athletics placed first baseman Nick Kurtz on the 10-day IL with a strained thumb and left-hander Jeffrey Springs on the 15-day IL with hip discomfort.

The Royals activated All-Star shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. from the injured list after he missed two weeks with back tightness. The Guardians called up top prospect Angel Genao, who has a .309 average at Triple-A Columbus, and designated Gabriel Arias for assignment. The Brewers sent rookie right-hander Brandon Sproat to Triple-A after acquiring veteran starter Dustin May at the deadline. The Mariners released veteran catcher Mitch Garver and outfielder Rob Refsnyder among seven roster moves. The Pirates released struggling designated hitter Marcell Ozuna, who was hitting just .203 with eight home runs. Left fielder Mickey Moniak, who is hitting .277 with 18 home runs and 49 RBIs, reached a two-year extension with the Rockies through 2028.

Suspensions, Milestones & Off-Field News

Mariners reliever Gabe Speier was suspended three games and manager Dan Wilson one after Speier hit Detroit's Gleyber Torres with a pitch. Longtime Giants broadcaster and former major league pitcher Mike Krukow is stepping away from the booth after this season following a nearly four-decade run. Multiple sources told ESPN that former Mets pitcher Freddy Peralta arranged a June meeting for franchise cornerstones Juan Soto and Francisco Lindor to work through their disconnected relationship. Mets rookie Jefry Yan went viral for his celebratory jump and grass slap after recording his first career strikeout. Red Sox ace Garrett Crochet, who hasn't pitched since late April due to injury, says he's open to a relief role if he can recover in time for the stretch run. Kevin Gausman, expected to make his Cubs debut on Friday, said he is happy to be in Chicago. Two-time Cy Young Award winner Jacob deGrom, told the Rangers before the deadline that he wanted to stay with the 55-57 team. Cody Bradford will make his first start for the Rangers since the end of the 2024 season as he continues his comeback from elbow surgery. Spain World Cup hero Ferran Torres is set to throw out the first pitch at Yankee Stadium.