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Last updated: August 5, 2026, 2:32 PM ET

Trade Deadline Fallout and Roster Moves

The 2026 MLB trade deadline has passed, leaving teams to assess their successes and failures in the market. The New York Yankees entered the deadline with roster uncertainties and departed without making a significant, splashy acquisition, leaving fans questioning the front office's strategy. Designated hitter Marcell Ozuna, struggling with a .203 batting average and only eight home runs, has been released by the Pittsburgh Pirates.

Player Updates and Debuts

San Diego right-handed pitcher Nick Pivetta exited his first rehab outing with what manager Craig Stammen described as minor tightness in his right elbow. Dodgers catcher Dalton Rushing is dealing with a slight tear in the UCL of his right elbow, according to follow-up testing. In a notable debut, George Lombard Jr. became the third-youngest player in Yankees history to hit a home run in his first professional game, and his younger brother also homered in his own professional debut on the same night. Two-time Cy Young Award winner Tarik Skubal made his Los Angeles debut, pitching 51 strikes on 85 pitches, though the Dodgers offered limited run support in the game. Acquired catcher Adley Rutschman is focused on integrating himself with the red-hot Red Sox team, which has been performing well over the past month.