MLB Baseball 8 Hours

Last updated: July 19, 2026, 5:30 PM ET

American League East Race Heats Up

The Boston Red Sox to 13 consecutive victories on Sunday, tying their second-longest streak in franchise history. Willson Contreras fueled the offense with a two-run homer, and Sonny Gray, allowing just one run over six innings in a 6-1 win over the Rays. Meanwhile, the New York Yankees on the 60-day injured list as he continues to recover from a fractured rib, requiring another scan before increasing his activity.

Injury Bug Bites Multiple Teams

Several teams are grappling with significant injuries. The Baltimore Orioles Sunday's game against the Astros with right shoulder discomfort. The Houston Astros are also shorthanded, with shortstop Jeremy Peña and first baseman Christian Walker due to injuries. In Los Angeles, the Angels' Shohei Ohtani against the Phillies due to left knee irritation, further stalling his return to the mound.

Transactions and Player News

The Chicago Cubs by acquiring right-hander Aaron Civale and cash considerations from the Athletics in exchange for minor league righty Aiden Moffett. In Atlanta, the Braves to Triple-A Gwinnett and selected the contract of veteran right-hander Elieser Hernández. Japanese prospect Rintaro Sasaki will sign with the Miami Marlins, forgoing a professional career in his home country.

A Look Back and a Farewell

The Cubs community with the unveiling of the Champions Gate at Wrigley Field, attended by former players like Ben Zobrist and Anthony Rizzo. In a somber note, Blue Jays legend Duane Ward, a key figure in their back-to-back World Series triumphs in the early 1990s, passed away at the age of 62.