MLB Baseball 3 Days

Last updated: August 8, 2026, 12:31 PM ET

Standings and Games

The Dodgers' losing streak reached a season-high seven games after a stunning 4-3 collapse against the Diamondbacks, who rallied on a walk-off homer by rookie Ryan Waldschmidt off closer Edwin Díaz. The Red Sox streak extended to eight with a wild 12-11, 13-inning win over the White Sox, as Caleb Durbin delivered the game-winning single. Cristopher Sanchez became the first 15-game winner in MLB this season, leading the Phillies to a 7-3 victory over the Nationals. Ronald Acuña Jr. hit two home runs, one aided by an outfield miscommunication, as the Braves completed a three-game sweep of the Marlins with an 11-3 rout. The MLB Power Rankings have been updated to reflect post-trade deadline standings.

Injuries and Roster Moves

Yankees left-hander Carlos Rodón will begin a minor league rehab assignment Saturday as he works back from left elbow inflammation. Dodgers starter Blake Snell is expected to return from the injured list Tuesday against the Royals, while catcher Dalton Rushing has a slight UCL tear in his right elbow, follow-up testing revealed. Twins ace Joe Ryan was placed on the 15-day IL with a left glute strain, but shortstop Kaelen Culpepper provided a spark with a home run in his MLB debut to help the Twins rally. Reds right-hander Hunter Greene returned to the injured list with right elbow soreness after only five starts since his previous IL stint. White Sox catcher Edgar Quero was recalled after Joey Bart went on the 10-day IL with a fractured hand. Red Sox first baseman Triston Casas underwent arthroscopic surgery on his left wrist and landed on the injured list. Rangers activated Jordan Montgomery from the 60-day IL and will use him out of the bullpen.

Transactions and Front Office

The Athletics and longtime general manager A's GM Forst mutually agreed to part ways, ending his three-decade tenure as the franchise prepares for its move to Las Vegas. The Mets claimed infielder Gabriel Arias off waivers from the Guardians and expect him to join the team Saturday. In a corresponding move, Cleveland called up top prospect Angel Genao, who is hitting .309 at Triple-A Columbus. The Pirates released struggling designated hitter Marcell Ozuna, who is batting just .203 with eight home runs, and called up an unnamed replacement. A deep dive into the Yankees trade deadline analyzes why New York left without a splashy move despite clear roster questions.

Player Performances and Milestones

Red Sox prospect Payton Tolle struck out a career-high 14 over six innings in Boston’s ninth straight win, a rout of the Athletics. Sonny Gray matched his career high with his AL-leading 14th win, firing three-hit ball over six innings in a 4-0 shutout of the White Sox. Cubs star Pete Crow-Armstrong slugged two home runs in a win that saw Shohei Ohtani also go deep twice, strengthening Crow-Armstrong’s NL MVP case. Braves pitchers Bryce Elder and Grant Holmes have excelled since the deadline, quieting criticism that Atlanta failed to acquire a top starter. Mets rookie Jefry Yan celebrated his first career strikeout with an exuberant, viral routine that included a high jump and grass slap. Former Mets pitcher Freddy Peralta reportedly arranged a meeting for Juan Soto and Francisco Lindor to resolve their disconnected relationship.

Other News

Chase Utley, the six-time All-Star and 2008 World Series champion, was inducted into the Phillies’ Wall of Fame in a star-studded ceremony. Longtime Giants broadcaster Mike Krukow announced he will retire after this season, ending a nearly four-decade career in the booth. Mariners reliever Gabe Speier was suspended three games and manager Dan Wilson one game after Speier hit Gleyber Torres with a pitch in Wednesday’s dust-up. Mets rookie Carson Benge left Friday’s win with left wrist soreness after a sliding catch, but X-rays were negative. Red Sox ace Garrett Crochet, who hasn’t pitched since late April due to injury, said he is open to a relief role if he can return for the stretch run. New Cubs starter Kevin Gausman expressed excitement about joining Chicago ahead of his debut Friday.