MLB Baseball 8 Hours

Last updated: August 5, 2026, 5:32 AM ET

Pitching News and Notes

Cody Bradford is set to make his first start for the Rangers since the conclusion of the 2024 season on Wednesday against the Giants. The left-hander is returning from elbow surgery. Tarik Skubal in his Los Angeles debut for the Dodgers, showed promising performance despite not having his best outing, throwing 51 strikes on 85 pitches. However, Dodgers offered limited run support during his appearance. Dalton Rushing catcher for the Dodgers, is dealing with a slight tear in the UCL of his right elbow, according to further testing. Nick Pivetta right-handed pitcher for the Padres, departed his initial rehab outing on Tuesday due to what manager Craig Stammen described as minor tightness in his right elbow. Trey Yesavage pitcher for the Blue Jays, exited his start against the Houston Astros after only two innings due to discomfort in his left knee.

Player Debuts and Roster Moves

George Lombard achieved a significant milestone by becoming the third-youngest Yankee to hit a home run in his professional debut. His younger brother also hit a home run in his own professional debut on the same night. The Milwaukee Brewers have sent rookie right-hander Brandon Sproat to Triple-A following their trade-deadline acquisition of veteran starter Dustin May, resulting in Sproat being moved out of the rotation.

Trade Deadline Prospect Watch

An analysis of every prospect traded prior to the 2026 MLB trade deadline has been compiled, highlighting the potential future stars involved in these significant player movements. The focus extends beyond the established major leaguers to those players who could shape the future of the game.