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Last updated: July 29, 2026, 11:31 PM ET

Trade Deadline Buzz and Team Needs

The trade deadline is looming, and several clubs are looking to make significant moves. The Angels, currently holding an AL-worst 42-66 record, have already dealt reliever Chase Silseth and catcher Logan O'Hoppe to the Rangers for minor league third baseman Angel Arredondo. Both the Yankees and Mets are reportedly eyeing potential upgrades, with speculation including a move for Mason Miller in the Bronx and a significant overhaul in Queens. Giants center fielder Harrison Bader is facing further evaluation after a scooter accident aggravated a pre-existing foot injury.

Several National League contenders are also assessing their deadline plans. The Milwaukee Brewers are reportedly considering a significant acquisition, while the Atlanta Braves appear poised to go all-in as they pursue the Dodgers. The Phillies, who have stumbled to a 3-8 record since the All-Star break, are openly seeking reinforcements, with Bryce Harper stating the team "needs some help" at the deadline. Interim manager Don Mattingly acknowledged the team's recent slide, emphasizing that "now's the time that we're going to find out what we're made of".

Injury Updates and Player Returns

Injury concerns continue to impact several teams. Shohei Ohtani's return to the mound for the Dodgers remains uncertain as he continues to manage a knee issue. Dodgers executive Andrew Friedman expressed confidence in Ohtani's eventual return to pitching, though the team is also reportedly monitoring Tarik Skubal's situation. Twins outfielder Byron Buxton has landed back on the injured list with a hip impingement, the same issue that previously sidelined him. He exited Tuesday's game against the Royals with the injury after reaggravating it in the fifth inning of Minnesota's 3-2 victory exits win. Royals first baseman Vinnie Pasquantino has also been placed on the 10-day injured list due to a sore right wrist, with the slugger hitting .232 with six home runs on the season. Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. left Tuesday night's loss to the Nationals with right hamstring tightness exits loss.

Game Highlights and Trends

In a thrilling comeback, the Marlins rallied from an early 6-0 deficit to defeat the Phillies, with Griffin Conine's go-ahead pinch-hit homer in the eighth inning securing their 21st come-from-behind victory of the season. Yankees manager Aaron Boone is optimistic about his injured stars returning before the season concludes, even as the front office works to bolster the roster before Monday's trade deadline. Meanwhile, Tarik Skubal received a standing ovation for his 1,000th career strikeout in what may have been his final start for the Tigers, a game in which Detroit ultimately blew a 7-0 lead against the Orioles. A concerning trend in MLB is the rise in hit batters, attributed to a focus on velocity, inconsistent control, and a new "just wear it" mentality among hitters.