MLB Baseball 8 Hours

Last updated: July 11, 2026, 5:30 PM ET

All-Star Game Shakeups and Notable Performances

The All-Star Game is seeing some significant adjustments. Shohei Ohtani was scratched from his scheduled pitching start Friday due to lingering left knee irritation and will skip the midsummer classic. Cardinals catcher Iván Herrera was named to the National League roster as an injury replacement for Ohtani. The Athletics' first baseman Nick Kurtz, who was slated to start for the American League, was placed on the 10-day injured list with a right thumb sprain. Meanwhile, the Brewers' Kyle Harrison went on the 15-day injured list with forearm tightness.

Contract News and Rookie Milestones

In contract news, infielder JJ Wetherholt and the Cardinals are in agreement on an eight-year, $112.5 million contract extension. On the rookie front, White Sox center fielder Tristan Peters hit for the cycle Friday night, becoming the first player in franchise history to do so in nine years. Peters, along with Dodgers left-handed pitcher Justin Wrobleski, were named to the All-Star rosters on Saturday. Toronto's Kazuma Okamoto tied Shohei Ohtani's mark with his 22nd home run, setting a new record for most by a Japanese-born rookie in a single season in the majors.

Home Run Derby Field and Player Availability

The Home Run Derby field is now complete, with Phillies slugger Kyle Schwarber and White Sox rookie Munetaka Murakami joining the contest in Philadelphia. Mets' Bo Bichette was held out of the lineup for a second consecutive day due to leg and ankle soreness, and he may miss time through the All-Star break. Fantasy managers can look to Sunday's action with advice for Joey Cantillo, who is in a groove, and Saturday's slate featuring Griffin Jax looking to continue his performance.