MLB Baseball 3 Days

Last updated: August 7, 2026, 5:02 PM ET

Trade Deadline and Power Rankings

The MLB Power Rankings have been updated to reflect where every club stands after Monday's deadline activity. Analysts are making sense of the Yankees' moves and non-moves, as New York left without a splashy acquisition. A comprehensive breakdown of deadline awards also handed out titles for the most interesting elements of all the deals. The Dodgers, after acquiring Tarik Skubal, are way ahead on the World Series odds board, far surpassing the Yankees. Skubal himself said he doesn't sympathize with critics who blame the Dodgers for their spending, noting any team could have traded for him.

Injury and IL Updates

Twins ace Joe Ryan is likely IL-bound with a mild left glute strain after an MRI. Red Sox first baseman Triston Casas underwent left wrist surgery and will land on the injured list again. Reds right-hander Hunter Greene returned to the IL with elbow soreness, having made only five starts since his last stint. Dodgers catcher Dalton Rushing has a slight tear in the UCL in his right elbow. Padres righty Nick Pivetta exited his rehab outing with minor tightness in his right elbow. Blue Jays pitcher Trey Yesavage left his start with knee discomfort after only two innings. Cardinals All-Star Jordan Walker was scratched from the lineup due to right knee inflammation. Nationals outfielder James Wood was placed on the IL with a mild left oblique strain. Athletics placed Nick Kurtz on the IL with a strained thumb and Jeffrey Springs on the IL with hip discomfort. On the positive side, Bobby Witt Jr. was activated by the Royals after missing two weeks with back tightness. Garrett Crochet, still recovering, is open to a relief role if he can return for Boston's stretch run.

Game Results and Highlights

The Red Sox extended their win streak to eight with a wild 12-11 victory in 13 innings over the White Sox. Phillies lefty Cristopher Sanchez became the first 15-game winner in the majors this season by beating the Nationals 7-3. Ronald Acuña Jr. hit two home runs, including one assisted by a Marlins outfield flyball flub, as Atlanta swept Miami 11-3. At Wrigley Field, Pete Crow-Armstrong hit two homers to stake his NL MVP claim, while Shohei Ohtani also went deep twice in a Cubs win. Braves pitchers Bryce Elder and Grant Holmes shined after the front office faced criticism for not adding a top starter. Sonny Gray earned his AL-leading 14th win by pitching three-hit ball over six innings as Boston beat the White Sox 4-0. Even in a loss, Tarik Skubal was "plenty good" in his L.A. debut, though he landed only 51 strikes on 85 pitches. A live look at Skubal's first start for the Dodgers against the Cubs was closely followed. Mets rookie Jefry Yan went viral for his exuberant celebration after his first career strikeout. George Lombard Jr. became the third-youngest Yankee to homer in his debut, joining his brother who also went deep that night. Kevin Gausman is happy to be with the Cubs and will make his first start Friday. Adley Rutschman said he is trying to fit in with the red-hot Red Sox after being acquired at the deadline.

Roster Moves and Transactions

The Pirates released struggling designated hitter Marcell Ozuna, who hit just .203 with eight homers, and called up Simon. Cleveland Guardians called up top prospect Angel Genao, who has a .309 average at Triple-A Columbus, and DFA'd Gabriel Arias. The Mariners released veteran catcher Mitch Garver and outfielder Rob Refsnyder as part of seven roster moves. The Brewers optioned Brandon Sproat to Triple-A after acquiring veteran starter Dustin May. Left-hander Cody Bradford is set for his first Rangers start since the end of the 2024 season after recovering from elbow surgery. The Rockies and left fielder Mickey Moniak, who is hitting .277 with 18 home runs, reached a two-year extension through 2028. Mariners reliever Gabe Speier was suspended three games and manager Dan Wilson one game after a dust-up in which Speier hit Gleyber Torres with a pitch.

Around the League

Former Mets pitcher Freddy Peralta arranged a meeting between Juan Soto and Francisco Lindor to help them work through their disconnected relationship. Longtime Giants broadcaster Mike Krukow will retire after this season, ending a nearly four-decade run in the booth. Spain World Cup hero Ferran Torres is scheduled to throw out the first pitch at Yankee Stadium, becoming the second substitute to score a winner in a men's World Cup final. For fantasy players, late-season heroes can be found starting with Atlanta, as the trade deadline approaches.