MLB Baseball 8 Hours

Last updated: August 8, 2026, 3:28 AM ET

Philadelphia Honors

The Phillies enshrined Chase Utley into the team’s Wall of Fame on Friday night, celebrating the six-time All-Star and second baseman who anchored the 2008 World Series championship club.

West Coast Collapse

The Dodgers lost their seventh straight game in stunning fashion Friday, falling 4-3 when Diamondbacks rookie Ryan Waldschmidt crushed a two-run, walk-off homer. Los Angeles’s skid is now a season-high.

Injury Updates

Yankees left-hander Carlos Rodón will begin a minor league rehab assignment at Triple-A on Saturday as he works back from left elbow inflammation. The Mets got good news on rookie Carson Benge, whose X-rays came back negative after he exited Friday’s 6-4 win over Pittsburgh with left wrist soreness. The Dodgers expect Blake Snell to return from the injured list Tuesday against Kansas City. Texas activated Jordan Montgomery from the 60-day IL, and the veteran left-hander will pitch out of the bullpen.

Debuts and Breakout Performances

Twins shortstop Kaelen Culpepper homered in his major league debut, sparking a comeback victory for Minnesota. Red Sox left-hander Payton Tolle struck out a career-high 14 in six innings as Boston won its ninth straight game, routing the Athletics.

Front Office and Roster Moves

The Athletics and longtime general manager David Forst mutually agreed to part ways, ending his three-decade tenure with the franchise ahead of its move to Las Vegas. The Mets claimed infielder Gabriel Arias off waivers from the Guardians, and he is expected to join the team on Saturday night for their game against the Pirates.