MLB Baseball 8 Hours

Last updated: August 11, 2026, 9:32 AM ET

Postseason & Red Sox Surge

The World Series schedule was announced Monday: Game 1 on Oct. 23 and a potential Game 7 on Halloween. The Red Sox are riding a historic 27-3 run, sparking questions about whether this comeback can carry them to a title.

Injury Updates & Retirements

Diamondbacks shortstop Geraldo Perdomo left Monday's game before the fifth inning with left knee soreness, though manager Torey Lovullo downplayed the severity. Giants third baseman Matt Chapman, will undergo season-ending abdominal surgery Tuesday after posting 7 homers and 42 RBIs in 84 games. Two-time All-Star Tim Anderson, a former batting champion, announced his retirement after 10 major league seasons.

Game Recaps & Odd Moments

The Dodgers rallied for a 6-5 win over the Tigers in Tarik Skubal’s rocky first start at Dodger Stadium, answering manager Dave Roberts’ pregame challenge. Mets rookie Carson Benge committed an unforgettable gaffe, tossing Kodai Senga’s first career save ball into the crowd.

Off-Field & Future Talent

Sen. Richard Blumenthal and two House representatives urged MLB and the MLBPA to prohibit betting promotions featuring players like Bryce Harper. With the trade deadline past, analysts ranked the top prospects traded in this year’s flurry of deals.