MLB Baseball 8 Hours

Last updated: August 8, 2026, 9:17 PM ET

Roster Moves & Front Office Changes

The Brewers designated Bryse Wilson for assignment and promoted Lyon Richardson from Triple-A. The White Sox, despite a four-game skid, are calling up two pitching prospects from Charlotte. The Athletics and David Forst have mutually agreed to part ways, ending his three-decade tenure. In Philadelphia, Chase Utley was inducted into the Phillies' Wall of Fame, honored for his role on the 2008 championship team.

Injuries & Returns

Blue Jays outfielder George Springer was a late scratch against the Phillies due to left shoulder tightness, though the team downplayed the issue. Dodgers left-hander Blake Snell is expected to return from the injured list Tuesday. Yankees legend Mariano Rivera participated in Old-Timers' Day one year after tearing his Achilles at the same event.

Game Highlights & Drama

The Dodgers extended their losing streak to seven games, falling 4-3 on a walk-off homer by Ryan Waldschmidt. Braves manager Walt Weiss was ejected for arguing a balk call against Chris Sale, calling it a "terrible call." Twins rookie Kaelen Culpepper homered in his MLB debut to spark a comeback win. Red Sox pitcher Payton Tolle struck out a career-high 14 in six innings as Boston routed the A's for their ninth straight win.