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Tigers Weigh Tarik Skubal Trade as Aug. 3 MLB Deadline Approaches
The Detroit Tigers face a 6 p.m. ET deadline on Aug. 3 to decide the fate of Tarik Skubal while the Red Sox have already acquired Curtis Mead.
MLB Trade Deadline: Phillies and Cubs Target Pitching to Chase Dodgers’ 12-Game Lead
As the Aug. 3 MLB trade deadline nears, the Phillies seek rotation depth to bolster a trio featuring Zack Wheeler, Cristopher Sanchez, and Jesus Luzardo.
Yankees Lose Cody Bellinger for 4-6 Weeks With Grade 2 Hamstring Strain
All-Star outfielder Cody Bellinger will miss four to six weeks of action following a Grade 2 left hamstring strain sustained during a 3-1 victory over the Phillies.
Juan Soto Vows 100% Return in 2026 Despite Grade 2 Left Calf Strain
New York Mets outfielder Juan Soto is sidelined until September with a Grade 2 left calf strain but maintains he will return to the lineup this season.
Cubs Designate Jameson Taillon for Assignment Following Seven-Run Outing
The Chicago Cubs moved on from Jameson Taillon on Monday after the right-hander allowed seven runs and three homers in four innings against Pittsburgh.
Griffin Conine Walk-off Single Ends Marlins' Record 12-Game Losing Streak
Griffin Conine recorded his first career walk-off hit to secure an 8-7 victory for the Miami Marlins against the Philadelphia Phillies.
Jacob Misiorowski Fans First 7 Rockies in Record-Breaking 11-2 Brewers Win
Jacob Misiorowski set a Milwaukee franchise record by striking out the first seven batters he faced during an 11-2 victory over the Colorado Rockies.
Max Scherzer to Start on 42nd Birthday After 56-Pitch Rehab Outing
Veteran right-hander Max Scherzer will return from the injured list to start Monday’s series opener against the Washington Nationals.
Padres Sweep Marlins 5-3 as Miami Sets Franchise Record with 12th Straight Loss
The Miami Marlins set a new franchise record with their 12th consecutive loss following a 5-3 defeat against the San Diego Padres on Sunday.
Freddy Peralta Surrenders 3 Runs in 8-3 Mets Win Amid Trade Deadline Rumors
Freddy Peralta threw 93 pitches and allowed two earned runs over four innings as the New York Mets defeated the Los Angeles Dodgers 8-3 on Sunday afternoon.
Jeff Kent, Andruw Jones, and Carlos Beltran Inducted into Baseball Hall of Fame
Jeff Kent, Andruw Jones, and Carlos Beltran were enshrined in the Baseball Hall of Fame on Sunday, July 26, 2026, at the Clark Sports Center.
Braves Beat Orioles 3-2 in 11 After Walt Weiss Orders Rare Intentional Walk
Atlanta manager Walt Weiss ordered a rare intentional walk with runners on first and second to help secure a 3-2 win over the Baltimore Orioles.
Salvador Perez Hits 318th HR to Break George Brett’s Royals Franchise Record
Salvador Perez surpassed George Brett's 40-year-old franchise record with his 318th career home run in a 3-2 Royals win.
Shohei Ohtani Skips Saturday Bullpen Following Left Knee Regression
Shohei Ohtani missed his scheduled Saturday throwing session after experiencing regression with his left knee discomfort.
MLB Power Rankings: Red Sox Surge to No. 9 After 15-Game Win Streak
The Boston Red Sox climbed from No. 21 to No. 9 in the latest MLB Power Rankings following a historic 15-game winning streak.
Astros Place Spencer Arrighetti on 15-Day IL After Nerve Irritation in Chicago
Right-hander Spencer Arrighetti heads to the injured list with foot nerve irritation as the Houston Astros recall left-handed reliever Bryan King from Triple-A.
Cleveland Ties Franchise Home Record With 7 Home Runs in 13-4 Rout of Twins
The Cleveland Guardians matched a franchise record for home games by hitting seven home runs in a 13-4 victory over the Minnesota Twins on Monday night.
Nolan Arenado Hits 2,000 Career Milestone in Diamondbacks Loss to Athletics
Arizona Diamondbacks third baseman Nolan Arenado recorded his 2,000th career hit with a fifth-inning double against Oakland left-hander Jeffrey Springs.
Jacob Misiorowski Workload Limited to Four Innings in Brewers' 8-3 Win Over Mets
Jacob Misiorowski returned from a layoff to strike out six batters in four innings during Milwaukee's 8-3 victory against New York.
Tigers Secure 8-6 Extra-Inning Win Over Cubs to Retain Tarik Skubal
The Detroit Tigers defeated the Chicago Cubs 8-6 in 10 innings on Monday night to bolster their chances of keeping Tarik Skubal.
Yankees Score 8 Runs in Win as Benches Clear Against Pirates
The New York Yankees ended their offensive struggles with eight runs on Monday, but the game was marred by an eighth-inning confrontation involving Jose Caballero.
Durbin’s Clutch HR Lifts Red Sox to 14th Straight Win in 6-5 Victory
Caleb Durbin hit a tiebreaking home run over the Green Monster to extend the Red Sox win streak to 14 games with a 6-5 win over Baltimore.
Twins All-Star Byron Buxton Activated from IL Before Cleveland Series
The Minnesota Twins have Byron Buxton activated following a nine-game absence due to a right hip strain, returning his 25 home runs to the lineup.
Dodgers Acquire Seth Halvorsen from Rockies for Nick Frasso and Landyn Vidourek
The Colorado Rockies traded right-hander Seth Halvorsen to the Los Angeles Dodgers on Monday in exchange for pitcher Nick Frasso and outfielder Landyn Vidourek.