MLB Baseball 3 Hours

Last updated: July 22, 2026, 11:31 AM ET

Injury Bug Bites Several Teams

The Detroit Tigers placed right-hander Jack Flaherty on the 15-day injured list with right flexor inflammation. The Chicago White Sox will be without catcher Kyle Teel for an extended period, as he due to a high ankle sprain. In Oakland, rookie infielder Joshua Kuroda-Grauer for a ruptured testicle and was placed on the 10-day injured list. Texas Rangers third baseman Josh Jung with left calf tightness. Cubs reliever Trent Thornton, however, is considered day-to-day with a bruised left heel after a comebacker, crediting his cleats for preventing a more serious injury.

Player Miscues and Pitching Concerns

Philadelphia Phillies catcher J.T. Realmuto took blame for a baserunning mistake that halted a potential rally in their 2-1 loss to the Dodgers. Meanwhile, the Milwaukee Brewers are following his return from a layoff.

MLBPA Resists Draft Changes

The Major League Baseball Players Association after MLB proposed reducing the draft rounds from 20 to, cutting amateur signing bonuses by over $150 million, and barring high school players from entering.

Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire Watch

Fantasy managers should be aware of the hottest bats available on the waiver wire this week, as several players are making strong cases for inclusion on rosters.