MLB Baseball 8 Hours

Last updated: July 28, 2026, 2:31 AM ET

Player Injuries and Roster Moves

A rash of injuries continued to impact MLB rosters Monday, with several key players exiting games and facing time on the injured list. Red Sox infielder Curtis Mead with a left wrist contusion after being hit by a pitch. Giants third baseman Casey Schmitt in the second inning. Pirates rookie outfielder Esmerlyn Valdez was also after sustaining a similar injury to his left hand from a pitch. The Reds placed utility man Spencer Steer on the injured list with a right wrist sprain, while Yankees All-Star Cody Bellinger with a Grade 2 left hamstring strain. In roster news, the Cubs following struggles on the mound.

Injury Updates and Surgery News

Beyond immediate game departures, longer-term injury concerns were also addressed. Athletics All-Star catcher Shea Langeliers and pitcher Mark Leiter Jr. season-ending surgeries on Tuesday. Mets outfielder Juan Soto, despite a lost season for the team this year from a Grade 2 calf strain, stating he is "100%." Athletics prospect Ryan Lasko indicating progress in his recovery from a broken back.

Team Performance and Trade Deadline Buzz

In terms of on-field results, the Miami Marlins with a walk-off single from Griffin Conine against the Phillies. This victory comes as teams begin to strategize for the upcoming trade deadline, with reports detailing potential plans for NL powerhouses like the Brewers, Braves, and Phillies. Meanwhile, one team's historic win streak recently concluded, leading to a shake-up in the latest MLB Power Rankings, which in the top. On the amateur draft front, pitchers Logan Schmidt and Aidan Knaak were the only unsigned players among the first 10 rounds by Monday's deadline.