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Derek Hill (OF - PHI)
8/6/26 3:44 AM - Phillies give update on outfielder Derek Hill, who left extra-inning loss after crashing into wall. PHILADELPHIA — Phillies outfielder Derek Hill, a strong defender and a clutch performer since arriving in a June trade, exited after crashing hard into the center-field wall in the top of the 11th inning of the club’s 10-4 extra-inning loss to the Washington Nationals on Wednesday night at Citizens Bank Park. Hill, who had entered […]
Source: https://philliesnation.com/2026/08/philadelphia-ph...
8/6/26 3:44 AM - Phillies give update on outfielder Derek Hill, who left extra-inning loss after crashing into wall. PHILADELPHIA — Phillies outfielder Derek Hill, a strong defender and a clutch performer since arriving in a June trade, exited after crashing hard into the center-field wall in the top of the 11th inning of the club’s 10-4 extra-inning loss to the Washington Nationals on Wednesday night at Citizens Bank Park. Hill, who had entered […]
Source: https://philliesnation.com/2026/08/philadelphia-ph...
Jefry Yan (P - NYM)
8/6/26 3:28 AM - Mets rookie Jefry Yan has viral high-flying celebration after striking out his 1st MLB batter. New York Mets rookie Jefry Yan had an emphatic way to mark striking out the first batter he faced in the major leagues. The 29-year-old left-hander jumped high in the air with his feet spread apart, landed on the front of the mound and then slapped the grass with his left hand. It came in the Mets' 6-5 win at Cleveland on Wednesday night. Pinch-hitter Angel Martínez took an 88.7 mph slider for a called third strike to open the sixth inning.
Source: https://www.chron.com/sports/article/mets-rookie-j...
8/6/26 3:28 AM - Mets rookie Jefry Yan has viral high-flying celebration after striking out his 1st MLB batter. New York Mets rookie Jefry Yan had an emphatic way to mark striking out the first batter he faced in the major leagues. The 29-year-old left-hander jumped high in the air with his feet spread apart, landed on the front of the mound and then slapped the grass with his left hand. It came in the Mets' 6-5 win at Cleveland on Wednesday night. Pinch-hitter Angel Martínez took an 88.7 mph slider for a called third strike to open the sixth inning.
Source: https://www.chron.com/sports/article/mets-rookie-j...
Jarren Duran (OF - BOS)
8/6/26 2:34 AM - Amid a tumultuous season, Jarren Duran is starting to take off at perfect time for Red Sox.
Source: https://www.boston.com/sports/boston-red-sox/2026/...
8/6/26 2:34 AM - Amid a tumultuous season, Jarren Duran is starting to take off at perfect time for Red Sox.
"I've mentioned a lot about him and how talented I think he is."
The post Amid a tumultuous season, Jarren Duran is starting to take off at perfect time for Red Sox appeared first on Boston.com.
Source: https://www.boston.com/sports/boston-red-sox/2026/...
Bryce Elder (P - ATL)
8/6/26 1:48 AM - Braves' Elder, Holmes shine after deadline dud. The Braves faced plenty of criticism after they failed to pick up a top-line starting pitcher at the trade deadline, but Bryce Elder and Grant Holmes have pitched like they didn't need one.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49542384/brave...
8/6/26 1:48 AM - Braves' Elder, Holmes shine after deadline dud. The Braves faced plenty of criticism after they failed to pick up a top-line starting pitcher at the trade deadline, but Bryce Elder and Grant Holmes have pitched like they didn't need one.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49542384/brave...
Gabe Speier (P - SEA)
8/6/26 1:48 AM - M's Speier, Wilson ejected after 4th Tiger HBP. Mariners reliever Gabe Speier hit the Tigers' Gleyber Torres with a pitch in the eighth inning Wednesday night, causing the benches and bullpens to clear.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49542595/marin...
8/6/26 1:48 AM - M's Speier, Wilson ejected after 4th Tiger HBP. Mariners reliever Gabe Speier hit the Tigers' Gleyber Torres with a pitch in the eighth inning Wednesday night, causing the benches and bullpens to clear.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49542595/marin...
Freddy Peralta (P - TB)
8/6/26 12:40 AM - Sources: Peralta arranged Soto-Lindor meeting. Multiple sources told ESPN that former Mets pitcher Freddy Peralta in June arranged for franchise cornerstones Juan Soto and Francisco Lindor to vent and work through their disconnected relationship.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49536047/forme...
8/6/26 12:40 AM - Sources: Peralta arranged Soto-Lindor meeting. Multiple sources told ESPN that former Mets pitcher Freddy Peralta in June arranged for franchise cornerstones Juan Soto and Francisco Lindor to vent and work through their disconnected relationship.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49536047/forme...
Joe Ryan (P - MIN)
8/6/26 12:40 AM - Scuffling Ryan returning to Minnesota for tests. Twins ace Joe Ryan is returning to Minnesota to be evaluated for a potential injury after he was hit hard in a loss to the Kansas City Royals on Tuesday.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49540510/twins...
8/6/26 12:40 AM - Scuffling Ryan returning to Minnesota for tests. Twins ace Joe Ryan is returning to Minnesota to be evaluated for a potential injury after he was hit hard in a loss to the Kansas City Royals on Tuesday.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49540510/twins...
Garrett Crochet (P - BOS)
8/6/26 12:40 AM - Crochet open to relief role if he can rejoin Sox. Garrett Crochet, the Red Sox ace who hasn't pitched since late April because of injury, says he's open to a relief role if he's able to recover in time for the stretch run.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49541883/croch...
8/6/26 12:40 AM - Crochet open to relief role if he can rejoin Sox. Garrett Crochet, the Red Sox ace who hasn't pitched since late April because of injury, says he's open to a relief role if he's able to recover in time for the stretch run.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49541883/croch...
Sonny Gray (P - BOS)
8/6/26 12:40 AM - Red Sox's Gray gets AL-best, career-high 14th win. Sonny Gray pitched three-hit ball and struck out eight over six innings for his AL-leading 14th victory as Boston beat the White Sox 4-0 on Wednesday night.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49542167/red-s...
8/6/26 12:40 AM - Red Sox's Gray gets AL-best, career-high 14th win. Sonny Gray pitched three-hit ball and struck out eight over six innings for his AL-leading 14th victory as Boston beat the White Sox 4-0 on Wednesday night.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49542167/red-s...
Jarren Duran (OF - BOS)
8/5/26 11:34 PM - Amid a tumultuous season, Jarren Duran is starting to take off at perfect time for Red Sox.
Source: https://www.boston.com/sports/boston-red-sox/2026/...
8/5/26 11:34 PM - Amid a tumultuous season, Jarren Duran is starting to take off at perfect time for Red Sox.
"I've mentioned a lot about him and how talented I think he is."
The post Amid a tumultuous season, Jarren Duran is starting to take off at perfect time for Red Sox appeared first on Boston.com.
Source: https://www.boston.com/sports/boston-red-sox/2026/...
Shohei Ohtani (DH - LAD)
8/5/26 10:01 PM - Ohtani And PCA Have A Jack-Off.
Source: https://razzball.com/ohtani-and-pca-have-a-jack-of...
8/5/26 10:01 PM - Ohtani And PCA Have A Jack-Off.
The NL MVP race seems to be shaping up to be between two guys. Yesterday, that race shaped up as they shipped out balls. It’s between Shohei Ohtani, the every-year MVP and Ed Sheeran– Sorry, being told that is not Ed Sheeran. Please, blog, may I have some more?
Source: https://razzball.com/ohtani-and-pca-have-a-jack-of...
Julio Rodriguez (OF - SEA)
8/5/26 9:20 PM - Julio Rodriguez and Colt Emerson homer, Dan Wilson ejected in Mariners win. Julio Rodriguez and Colt Emerson homered, Gabe Speier and Dan Wilson were ejected, and the Mariners got a much-needed win Wednesday night against the Tigers.
Source: https://www.seattletimes.com/sports/mariners/julio...
8/5/26 9:20 PM - Julio Rodriguez and Colt Emerson homer, Dan Wilson ejected in Mariners win. Julio Rodriguez and Colt Emerson homered, Gabe Speier and Dan Wilson were ejected, and the Mariners got a much-needed win Wednesday night against the Tigers.
Source: https://www.seattletimes.com/sports/mariners/julio...
Jefry Yan (P - NYM)
8/5/26 7:29 PM - Mets Notes: Jefry Yan's electric MLB debut, Devin Williams dealing with arm fatigue. Mets interim manager Andy Green and some of the players spoke about Jefry Yan's MLB debut and what's going on with Devin Williams.
Source: https://sny.tv/articles/mets-jefry-yan-celebration...
8/5/26 7:29 PM - Mets Notes: Jefry Yan's electric MLB debut, Devin Williams dealing with arm fatigue. Mets interim manager Andy Green and some of the players spoke about Jefry Yan's MLB debut and what's going on with Devin Williams.
Source: https://sny.tv/articles/mets-jefry-yan-celebration...
Jacob Lopez (P - Ath)
8/5/26 7:17 PM - [SB Nation: Athletics Nation] - A’s Losing Streak Continues with 3-2 loss to Reds. The Athletics faced the Cincinnati Reds in the middle game of this three-game interlegaue series. Once again, A’s starter Jacob Lopez turned in a quality start and gave his team a chance to win, only to receive no help from the bullpen and a struggling offense in a 3-2 loss, the Green and Gold’s seventh […]
Source: https://sportspyder.com/mlb/oakland-athletics/arti...
8/5/26 7:17 PM - [SB Nation: Athletics Nation] - A’s Losing Streak Continues with 3-2 loss to Reds. The Athletics faced the Cincinnati Reds in the middle game of this three-game interlegaue series. Once again, A’s starter Jacob Lopez turned in a quality start and gave his team a chance to win, only to receive no help from the bullpen and a struggling offense in a 3-2 loss, the Green and Gold’s seventh […]
Source: https://sportspyder.com/mlb/oakland-athletics/arti...
Andrew Painter (P - PHI)
8/5/26 7:13 PM - How Andrew Painter’s last big-league outing, recent Triple-A performance gave Phillies confidence in him as fifth starter. PHILADELPHIA — Andrew Painter was scheduled to take the mound for Triple-A Lehigh Valley for the sixth time in 2026 on Friday night. He got the call to report back to the Phillies and made his first big-league start since June 17 against the Orioles instead. After a stint back in the minor leagues, the […]
Source: https://philliesnation.com/2026/08/philadelphia-ph...
8/5/26 7:13 PM - How Andrew Painter’s last big-league outing, recent Triple-A performance gave Phillies confidence in him as fifth starter. PHILADELPHIA — Andrew Painter was scheduled to take the mound for Triple-A Lehigh Valley for the sixth time in 2026 on Friday night. He got the call to report back to the Phillies and made his first big-league start since June 17 against the Orioles instead. After a stint back in the minor leagues, the […]
Source: https://philliesnation.com/2026/08/philadelphia-ph...
Lawrence Butler (OF - Ath)
8/5/26 6:31 PM - [MLB: Film Room] - Condensed Game: ATH@CIN - 8/5/26 | 08/05/2026. Condensed Game: Lawrence Butler and the Athletics take on Matt McLain and the Reds on August 5, 2026
Source: https://sportspyder.com/mlb/oakland-athletics/arti...
8/5/26 6:31 PM - [MLB: Film Room] - Condensed Game: ATH@CIN - 8/5/26 | 08/05/2026. Condensed Game: Lawrence Butler and the Athletics take on Matt McLain and the Reds on August 5, 2026
Source: https://sportspyder.com/mlb/oakland-athletics/arti...
Aaron Judge (OF/DH - NYY)
8/5/26 6:16 PM - Yankees star Aaron Judge cleared for light activity and says he will return from injury this season. Aaron Judge has been cleared to begin light workout activity, and the New York Yankees captain said he will return this season from the rib injury that’s sidelined him since May 31. The three-time AL MVP was on the field at Yankee Stadium in baseball gear Wednesday afternoon, stretching, jogging and doing shuffle slides with a resistance band. He was given the green light to take a step forward in his recovery progression after undergoing his latest scan Tuesday. Still, it will be a while before Judge is back in the lineup. He must first advance to taking swings, and neither he nor Yankees manager Aaron Boone offered a target date for the slugger’s return.
Source: https://www.chron.com/sports/article/yankees-star-...
8/5/26 6:16 PM - Yankees star Aaron Judge cleared for light activity and says he will return from injury this season. Aaron Judge has been cleared to begin light workout activity, and the New York Yankees captain said he will return this season from the rib injury that’s sidelined him since May 31. The three-time AL MVP was on the field at Yankee Stadium in baseball gear Wednesday afternoon, stretching, jogging and doing shuffle slides with a resistance band. He was given the green light to take a step forward in his recovery progression after undergoing his latest scan Tuesday. Still, it will be a while before Judge is back in the lineup. He must first advance to taking swings, and neither he nor Yankees manager Aaron Boone offered a target date for the slugger’s return.
Source: https://www.chron.com/sports/article/yankees-star-...
Jorge Polanco (DH/2B - NYM)
8/5/26 6:08 PM - Mets' Jorge Polanco showing practice pays off with big night vs. Guardians: 'It feels great to contribute'. Mets interim manager Andy Green was hopeful Jorge Polanco "could get rolling again" after saying the DH took about 300 swings during pregame workouts. Whether it was the amount of practice or not, it worked.
Source: https://sny.tv/articles/mets-jorge-polanco-practic...
8/5/26 6:08 PM - Mets' Jorge Polanco showing practice pays off with big night vs. Guardians: 'It feels great to contribute'. Mets interim manager Andy Green was hopeful Jorge Polanco "could get rolling again" after saying the DH took about 300 swings during pregame workouts. Whether it was the amount of practice or not, it worked.
Source: https://sny.tv/articles/mets-jorge-polanco-practic...
Carlos Vargas (P - SEA)
8/5/26 6:02 PM - Mariners reliever Carlos Vargas expected to begin rehab assignment. After suffering a lat strain the day before the regular season began and dealing with minor setbacks that slowed his recovery, Carlos Vargas finally appears close to returning to the Mariners.
Source: https://www.seattletimes.com/sports/mariners/marin...
8/5/26 6:02 PM - Mariners reliever Carlos Vargas expected to begin rehab assignment. After suffering a lat strain the day before the regular season began and dealing with minor setbacks that slowed his recovery, Carlos Vargas finally appears close to returning to the Mariners.
Source: https://www.seattletimes.com/sports/mariners/marin...
Jonah Heim (C/DH - Ath)
8/5/26 5:21 PM - [MLB: Film Room] - Jonah Heim's RBI double | 08/05/2026. Jonah Heim ties the game for the Athletics' with a line drive to right field in the top of the 6th inning
Source: https://sportspyder.com/mlb/oakland-athletics/arti...
8/5/26 5:21 PM - [MLB: Film Room] - Jonah Heim's RBI double | 08/05/2026. Jonah Heim ties the game for the Athletics' with a line drive to right field in the top of the 6th inning
Source: https://sportspyder.com/mlb/oakland-athletics/arti...
Pete Crow-Armstrong (OF - CHC)
8/5/26 4:30 PM - Cubs star Pete Crow-Armstrong adds to NL MVP case in front of Dodgers slugger Shohei Ohtani. Pete Crow-Armstrong has added to his NL MVP campaign right in front of Shohei Ohtani. Crow-Armstrong slugged two more homers for the Chicago Cubs in their series finale against the Los Angeles Dodgers, including a laser off the videoboard in right field. He also hit an RBI double to right in the second inning. Of course, Ohtani started the game with his 25th homer. The Japanese slugger also hit a leadoff single in the fifth. Ohtani won his second straight NL MVP award in 2025, smacking 55 homers and recording a 2.87 ERA in 14 starts on the mound for the Dodgers.
Source: https://www.chron.com/sports/article/cubs-star-pet...
8/5/26 4:30 PM - Cubs star Pete Crow-Armstrong adds to NL MVP case in front of Dodgers slugger Shohei Ohtani. Pete Crow-Armstrong has added to his NL MVP campaign right in front of Shohei Ohtani. Crow-Armstrong slugged two more homers for the Chicago Cubs in their series finale against the Los Angeles Dodgers, including a laser off the videoboard in right field. He also hit an RBI double to right in the second inning. Of course, Ohtani started the game with his 25th homer. The Japanese slugger also hit a leadoff single in the fifth. Ohtani won his second straight NL MVP award in 2025, smacking 55 homers and recording a 2.87 ERA in 14 starts on the mound for the Dodgers.
Source: https://www.chron.com/sports/article/cubs-star-pet...
Marcell Ozuna (DH - PIT)
8/5/26 3:09 PM - Pirates to release Marcell Ozuna, promote Ronny Simon for roster spot, AP source says. The Pittsburgh Pirates are cutting ties with veteran designated hitter Marcell Ozuna as they gear up for a playoff push. A person with knowledge of the decision told the Associated Press that the club is releasing the 35-year-old following a nightmarish stretch in which the three-time All-Star could never seem to get on track. The Pirates, who are chasing their first playoff spot in over a decade, are planning to promote outfielder Ronny Simon from Triple-A Indianapolis to take Ozuna's roster spot.
Source: https://www.chron.com/sports/article/pirates-to-re...
8/5/26 3:09 PM - Pirates to release Marcell Ozuna, promote Ronny Simon for roster spot, AP source says. The Pittsburgh Pirates are cutting ties with veteran designated hitter Marcell Ozuna as they gear up for a playoff push. A person with knowledge of the decision told the Associated Press that the club is releasing the 35-year-old following a nightmarish stretch in which the three-time All-Star could never seem to get on track. The Pirates, who are chasing their first playoff spot in over a decade, are planning to promote outfielder Ronny Simon from Triple-A Indianapolis to take Ozuna's roster spot.
Source: https://www.chron.com/sports/article/pirates-to-re...
Hunter Greene (P - CIN)
8/5/26 2:45 PM - MLB 2026 Buzz: Reds Place Hunter Greene On 15-Day Injured List. Notable news, notes and buzz from MLB's 2026 season.
Source: https://www.foxsports.com/stories/mlb/mlb-2026-buz...
8/5/26 2:45 PM - MLB 2026 Buzz: Reds Place Hunter Greene On 15-Day Injured List. Notable news, notes and buzz from MLB's 2026 season.
Source: https://www.foxsports.com/stories/mlb/mlb-2026-buz...
Erik Miller (OF - BOS)
8/5/26 1:52 PM - New Red Sox reliever Erik Miller says he learned about trade from TV.
Source: https://www.boston.com/sports/morning-sports-updat...
8/5/26 1:52 PM - New Red Sox reliever Erik Miller says he learned about trade from TV.
"It definitely wasn’t expected."
The post New Red Sox reliever Erik Miller says he learned about trade from TV appeared first on Boston.com.
Source: https://www.boston.com/sports/morning-sports-updat...
Shota Imanaga (P - CHC)
8/5/26 12:46 PM - MLB trends: Shota Imanaga's one weird trick to stop tipping, plus two traded players who should fit right in. Here's what's going on around the league after the trade deadline
Source: https://www.cbssports.com/mlb/news/mlb-trends-cubs...
8/5/26 12:46 PM - MLB trends: Shota Imanaga's one weird trick to stop tipping, plus two traded players who should fit right in. Here's what's going on around the league after the trade deadline
Source: https://www.cbssports.com/mlb/news/mlb-trends-cubs...
Tarik Skubal (P - LAD)
8/5/26 12:16 PM - What's wrong with the Dodgers? Three causes for season-high losing streak -- and why they shouldn't be worried. The Dodgers lost their fifth straight game on Tuesday night, Tarik Skubal's team debut
Source: https://www.cbssports.com/mlb/news/dodgers-losing-...
8/5/26 12:16 PM - What's wrong with the Dodgers? Three causes for season-high losing streak -- and why they shouldn't be worried. The Dodgers lost their fifth straight game on Tuesday night, Tarik Skubal's team debut
Source: https://www.cbssports.com/mlb/news/dodgers-losing-...
Yordan Alvarez (DH - HOU)
8/5/26 12:02 PM - Blue Jays vs. Astros MLB picks: Yordan Alvarez, Houston should take advantage of pitching break in matinee. The Astros appear to have a sizable pitching edge today vs. the Blue Jays
Source: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/blue-jays-v...
8/5/26 12:02 PM - Blue Jays vs. Astros MLB picks: Yordan Alvarez, Houston should take advantage of pitching break in matinee. The Astros appear to have a sizable pitching edge today vs. the Blue Jays
Source: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/blue-jays-v...
Lane Thomas (OF - ATL)
8/5/26 12:00 PM - Prospect News: Deadline Disclosure Day: National League Edition. One thing I’ve always liked about deadline day is the peak into how major league organizations actually value players. I know there’s money and budget and job security issues that illustrate the evaluations, but it’s still a money-where-your-mouth-is moment on the calendar. Some guys (AJ Preller) thrive in this environment. Some don’t. Atlanta asked about Jacob deGrom and seemed to give up when he chose to remain in Texas. Some of their fans were big mad on the internet, calling for the head of Alex Anthopoulos. They did get Lane Thomas and Bailey Falter from Kansas City and Tyler Mahle from San Francisco. Also Brent Suter for the bullpen. Their fans seemed angry online and are right to suspect AA is looking forward to the post-deadline scrap heap. Jorge Soler is out there now, for what it’s Werth.
Source: https://razzball.com/prospect-news-deadline-disclo...
8/5/26 12:00 PM - Prospect News: Deadline Disclosure Day: National League Edition. One thing I’ve always liked about deadline day is the peak into how major league organizations actually value players. I know there’s money and budget and job security issues that illustrate the evaluations, but it’s still a money-where-your-mouth-is moment on the calendar. Some guys (AJ Preller) thrive in this environment. Some don’t. Atlanta asked about Jacob deGrom and seemed to give up when he chose to remain in Texas. Some of their fans were big mad on the internet, calling for the head of Alex Anthopoulos. They did get Lane Thomas and Bailey Falter from Kansas City and Tyler Mahle from San Francisco. Also Brent Suter for the bullpen. Their fans seemed angry online and are right to suspect AA is looking forward to the post-deadline scrap heap. Jorge Soler is out there now, for what it’s Werth.
Source: https://razzball.com/prospect-news-deadline-disclo...
Kevin Gausman (P - CHC)
8/5/26 11:28 AM - Kevin Gausman Expected To Make Cubs Debut Against Royals On Friday Night. Kevin Gausman is scheduled to make his first start for the Chicago Cubs on Friday night against the Kansas City Royals.
Source: https://www.foxsports.com/stories/mlb/kevin-gausma...
8/5/26 11:28 AM - Kevin Gausman Expected To Make Cubs Debut Against Royals On Friday Night. Kevin Gausman is scheduled to make his first start for the Chicago Cubs on Friday night against the Kansas City Royals.
Source: https://www.foxsports.com/stories/mlb/kevin-gausma...
Erik Miller (OF - BOS)
8/5/26 10:52 AM - New Red Sox reliever Erik Miller says he learned about trade from TV.
Source: https://www.boston.com/sports/morning-sports-updat...
8/5/26 10:52 AM - New Red Sox reliever Erik Miller says he learned about trade from TV.
"It definitely wasn’t expected."
The post New Red Sox reliever Erik Miller says he learned about trade from TV appeared first on Boston.com.
Source: https://www.boston.com/sports/morning-sports-updat...
Shota Imanaga (P - CHC)
8/5/26 9:46 AM - MLB trends: Shota Imanaga's one weird trick to stop tipping, plus two traded players who should fit right in. Here's what's going on around the league after the trade deadline
Source: https://www.cbssports.com/mlb/news/mlb-trends-cubs...
8/5/26 9:46 AM - MLB trends: Shota Imanaga's one weird trick to stop tipping, plus two traded players who should fit right in. Here's what's going on around the league after the trade deadline
Source: https://www.cbssports.com/mlb/news/mlb-trends-cubs...
Yordan Alvarez (DH - HOU)
8/5/26 9:02 AM - Blue Jays vs. Astros MLB picks: Yordan Alvarez, Houston should take advantage of pitching break in matinee. The Astros appear to have a sizable pitching edge today vs. the Blue Jays
Source: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/blue-jays-v...
8/5/26 9:02 AM - Blue Jays vs. Astros MLB picks: Yordan Alvarez, Houston should take advantage of pitching break in matinee. The Astros appear to have a sizable pitching edge today vs. the Blue Jays
Source: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/blue-jays-v...
Luke Weaver (P - PIT)
8/5/26 9:00 AM - Mets to pay $8.1M to Pirates as part of Weaver trade, Cubs to send Toronto nearly $5M with Taillon. The New York Mets are paying more than $8.1 million to the Pirates in a trade that sent pitcher Luke Weaver to Pittsburgh. That covers most of the $13.4 million left on Weaver's contract. Pittsburgh will pay Weaver a small portion of his salary. In other deals, the Chicago Cubs are paying nearly $5 million to Toronto in the transaction that sent pitcher Jameson Taillon to the Blue Jays. The San Francisco Giants are paying San Diego more than $4 million in the trade that sent 2021 AL Cy Young Award winner Robbie Ray to the Padres.
Source: https://www.chron.com/sports/article/mets-to-pay-8...
8/5/26 9:00 AM - Mets to pay $8.1M to Pirates as part of Weaver trade, Cubs to send Toronto nearly $5M with Taillon. The New York Mets are paying more than $8.1 million to the Pirates in a trade that sent pitcher Luke Weaver to Pittsburgh. That covers most of the $13.4 million left on Weaver's contract. Pittsburgh will pay Weaver a small portion of his salary. In other deals, the Chicago Cubs are paying nearly $5 million to Toronto in the transaction that sent pitcher Jameson Taillon to the Blue Jays. The San Francisco Giants are paying San Diego more than $4 million in the trade that sent 2021 AL Cy Young Award winner Robbie Ray to the Padres.
Source: https://www.chron.com/sports/article/mets-to-pay-8...
Jonah Tong (P - NYM)
8/5/26 8:45 AM - Mets’ Jonah Tong dinged for five home runs in tough outing at Triple-A Syracuse. Jonah Tong got off to a good start, retiring the first eight batters he faced, but the long balls came back to bite the Mets’ right-hander in a tough start on Wednesday at Triple-A Syracuse.
Source: https://sny.tv/articles/mets-jonah-tong-tough-star...
8/5/26 8:45 AM - Mets’ Jonah Tong dinged for five home runs in tough outing at Triple-A Syracuse. Jonah Tong got off to a good start, retiring the first eight batters he faced, but the long balls came back to bite the Mets’ right-hander in a tough start on Wednesday at Triple-A Syracuse.
Source: https://sny.tv/articles/mets-jonah-tong-tough-star...
Nick Pivetta (P - SD)
8/5/26 8:25 AM - Padres' Pivetta abruptly exits rehab due to elbow. Padres RHP Nick Pivetta exited his first rehab outing Tuesday with what San Diego manager Craig Stammen later told reporters was some minor tightness in his right elbow.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49532322/padre...
8/5/26 8:25 AM - Padres' Pivetta abruptly exits rehab due to elbow. Padres RHP Nick Pivetta exited his first rehab outing Tuesday with what San Diego manager Craig Stammen later told reporters was some minor tightness in his right elbow.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49532322/padre...
Adley Rutschman (C - BOS)
8/5/26 8:25 AM - Rutschman 'trying to fit in' with red-hot Red Sox. Recently acquired catcher Adley Rutschman said he's just trying to fit in with a Red Sox team that has been on a roll over the last month.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49532542/adley...
8/5/26 8:25 AM - Rutschman 'trying to fit in' with red-hot Red Sox. Recently acquired catcher Adley Rutschman said he's just trying to fit in with a Red Sox team that has been on a roll over the last month.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49532542/adley...
Tarik Skubal (P - LAD)
8/5/26 8:25 AM - Even in loss, Skubal 'plenty good' in L.A. debut. Two-time Cy Young Award winner Tarik Skubal didn't have his best stuff in his Los Angeles debut, landing only 51 strikes on 85 pitches, but the Dodgers also offered little run support as they dropped a 5-1 outing to the Cubs.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49533593/skuba...
8/5/26 8:25 AM - Even in loss, Skubal 'plenty good' in L.A. debut. Two-time Cy Young Award winner Tarik Skubal didn't have his best stuff in his Los Angeles debut, landing only 51 strikes on 85 pitches, but the Dodgers also offered little run support as they dropped a 5-1 outing to the Cubs.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49533593/skuba...
Luis Arraez (1B/DH - PHI)
8/5/26 8:25 AM - Arraez has 2 hits, 2 RBIs in 'beautiful' Phils debut. Newly acquired Phillies second baseman Luis Arraez had two hits and drove in two runs in the Phillies' 5-0 win on Tuesday.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49532294/luis-...
8/5/26 8:25 AM - Arraez has 2 hits, 2 RBIs in 'beautiful' Phils debut. Newly acquired Phillies second baseman Luis Arraez had two hits and drove in two runs in the Phillies' 5-0 win on Tuesday.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49532294/luis-...
Freddy Peralta (P - TB)
8/5/26 8:25 AM - Sources: Peralta arranged Soto-Lindor meeting. Multiple sources told ESPN that former Mets pitcher Freddy Peralta in June arranged for franchise cornerstones Juan Soto and Francisco Lindor to vent and work through their disconnected relationship.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49536047/forme...
8/5/26 8:25 AM - Sources: Peralta arranged Soto-Lindor meeting. Multiple sources told ESPN that former Mets pitcher Freddy Peralta in June arranged for franchise cornerstones Juan Soto and Francisco Lindor to vent and work through their disconnected relationship.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49536047/forme...
Dalton Rushing (C - LAD)
8/5/26 8:25 AM - Dodgers' Rushing dealing with slight tear in elbow. Dodgers catcher Dalton Rushing has a slight tear in the UCL in his right elbow, follow-up testing revealed.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49534224/dodge...
8/5/26 8:25 AM - Dodgers' Rushing dealing with slight tear in elbow. Dodgers catcher Dalton Rushing has a slight tear in the UCL in his right elbow, follow-up testing revealed.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49534224/dodge...
Cody Bradford (P - TEX)
8/5/26 8:25 AM - Bradford set for first Rangers start since 2024. Left-hander Cody Bradford, in his comeback from elbow surgery, will make his first start for the Rangers since the end of the 2024 season Wednesday against the Giants. The team is also awaiting the season debut of left-hander Jordan Montgomery.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49534151/cody-...
8/5/26 8:25 AM - Bradford set for first Rangers start since 2024. Left-hander Cody Bradford, in his comeback from elbow surgery, will make his first start for the Rangers since the end of the 2024 season Wednesday against the Giants. The team is also awaiting the season debut of left-hander Jordan Montgomery.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49534151/cody-...
Ronny Simon (OF - PIT)
8/5/26 7:52 AM - Source: Pirates releasing Marcell Ozuna; Ronny Simon to take roster spot. No content provided
Source: https://www.mlb.com/news/source-pirates-releasing-...
8/5/26 7:52 AM - Source: Pirates releasing Marcell Ozuna; Ronny Simon to take roster spot. No content provided
Source: https://www.mlb.com/news/source-pirates-releasing-...
Mickey Moniak (OF - COL)
8/5/26 7:04 AM - Rockies lock up outfielder Mickey Moniak with a $16.25 million, 2-year contract for 2027 and '28. Colorado Rockies outfielder Mickey Moniak agreed Tuesday to a $16.25 million, two-year contract that covers 2027 and '28. He gets $7.25 million next season.
Source: https://www.denver7.com/sports/rockies/rockies-loc...
8/5/26 7:04 AM - Rockies lock up outfielder Mickey Moniak with a $16.25 million, 2-year contract for 2027 and '28. Colorado Rockies outfielder Mickey Moniak agreed Tuesday to a $16.25 million, two-year contract that covers 2027 and '28. He gets $7.25 million next season.
Source: https://www.denver7.com/sports/rockies/rockies-loc...
Kodai Senga (P - NYM)
8/5/26 6:30 AM - Mets making Kodai Senga a high-leverage reliever is a smart move that could pay off. Mets right-hander Kodai Senga's upside as a starting pitcher remains tantalizing. But after a year of struggles, his future could be as a high-leverage reliever.
Source: https://sny.tv/articles/mets-kodai-senga-high-leve...
8/5/26 6:30 AM - Mets making Kodai Senga a high-leverage reliever is a smart move that could pay off. Mets right-hander Kodai Senga's upside as a starting pitcher remains tantalizing. But after a year of struggles, his future could be as a high-leverage reliever.
Source: https://sny.tv/articles/mets-kodai-senga-high-leve...
Ben Williamson (3B - TB)
8/5/26 4:41 AM - Peralta roughed up in Rays debut but Hicks hits grand slam and Tampa Bay rallies past Rockies in 11. Ben Williamson scored the tiebreaking run on a wild pitch in the 11th inning and Junior Caminero added a two-out RBI single as Tampa Bay rallied to beat Colorado 9-7 on Tuesday night.
Source: https://www.denver7.com/sports/rockies/peralta-rou...
8/5/26 4:41 AM - Peralta roughed up in Rays debut but Hicks hits grand slam and Tampa Bay rallies past Rockies in 11. Ben Williamson scored the tiebreaking run on a wild pitch in the 11th inning and Junior Caminero added a two-out RBI single as Tampa Bay rallied to beat Colorado 9-7 on Tuesday night.
Source: https://www.denver7.com/sports/rockies/peralta-rou...
Nick Kurtz (1B - Ath)
8/5/26 3:33 AM - [Locked On A's] - SHUT DOWN KURTZ AND WILSON: Athletics Should REST Nick Kurtz and Jacob Wilson, Season Now IRRELEVANT. Athletics fans are wondering—should Nick Kurtz and Jacob Wilson call it a season after more tough injuries throughout the year? The A’s just blew another hea...
Source: https://sportspyder.com/mlb/oakland-athletics/arti...
8/5/26 3:33 AM - [Locked On A's] - SHUT DOWN KURTZ AND WILSON: Athletics Should REST Nick Kurtz and Jacob Wilson, Season Now IRRELEVANT. Athletics fans are wondering—should Nick Kurtz and Jacob Wilson call it a season after more tough injuries throughout the year? The A’s just blew another hea...
Source: https://sportspyder.com/mlb/oakland-athletics/arti...
Luis Arraez (1B/DH - PHI)
8/5/26 2:55 AM - Jesús Luzardo shines as pitching excellence continues to power Phillies in August. PHILADELPHIA — Much of the focus this week for the Phillies has been on position changes and the energy shift in the lineup with the arrival of Luis Arraez. Three players debuted at unfamiliar positions and the big acquisition Arraez stole the show with a pair of runs batted in as the Phillies’ new cleanup […]
Source: https://philliesnation.com/2026/08/philadelphia-ph...
8/5/26 2:55 AM - Jesús Luzardo shines as pitching excellence continues to power Phillies in August. PHILADELPHIA — Much of the focus this week for the Phillies has been on position changes and the energy shift in the lineup with the arrival of Luis Arraez. Three players debuted at unfamiliar positions and the big acquisition Arraez stole the show with a pair of runs batted in as the Phillies’ new cleanup […]
Source: https://philliesnation.com/2026/08/philadelphia-ph...
Bryce Harper (1B - PHI)
8/5/26 2:49 AM - New-look Phillies have big day with strong debut from Luis Arraez, busy game in right field for Bryce Harper. PHILADELPHIA — Bryce Harper was pleased to see that the fans in the right-field stands remembered his old routine. It had been a while — not since April 16, 2022 — that he played the outfield, but the crowd was still ready for his signature pregame bow to make its return. Harper acknowledged the patrons, […]
Source: https://philliesnation.com/2026/08/new-look-philli...
8/5/26 2:49 AM - New-look Phillies have big day with strong debut from Luis Arraez, busy game in right field for Bryce Harper. PHILADELPHIA — Bryce Harper was pleased to see that the fans in the right-field stands remembered his old routine. It had been a while — not since April 16, 2022 — that he played the outfield, but the crowd was still ready for his signature pregame bow to make its return. Harper acknowledged the patrons, […]
Source: https://philliesnation.com/2026/08/new-look-philli...
Tarik Skubal (P - LAD)
8/5/26 2:39 AM - Tarik Skubal takes loss in Dodgers debut as Los Angeles' season-long losing streak continues. Skubal had a solid first outing in a Dodgers uniform but didn't get much run support from his new teammates
Source: https://www.cbssports.com/mlb/news/tarik-skubal-do...
8/5/26 2:39 AM - Tarik Skubal takes loss in Dodgers debut as Los Angeles' season-long losing streak continues. Skubal had a solid first outing in a Dodgers uniform but didn't get much run support from his new teammates
Source: https://www.cbssports.com/mlb/news/tarik-skubal-do...
Wilyer Abreu (OF - BOS)
8/5/26 2:31 AM - Durbin hits grand slam and Abreu goes deep twice as streaking Red Sox rout White Sox 14-2.
Source: https://www.boston.com/sports/boston-red-sox/2026/...
8/5/26 2:31 AM - Durbin hits grand slam and Abreu goes deep twice as streaking Red Sox rout White Sox 14-2.
Wilyer Abreu launched a pair of solo homers for the rolling Red Sox, who have won 24 of their last 27.
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Tarik Skubal (P - LAD)
8/5/26 2:28 AM - Tarik Skubal pitches 6 effective innings in Dodgers debut against Cubs. Tarik Skubal has made his Los Angeles Dodgers debut, pitching six effective innings in a 5-1 loss to the Chicago Cubs. It was the first start for Skubal since he was acquired in a blockbuster trade with Detroit on Saturday night. The two-time Cy Young Award winner was booed when he was introduced with the starting lineups and once again when he went out to the mound for his first career appearance at Wrigley Field. Skubal surrendered a leadoff homer to Dansby Swanson on his first pitch of the third. He allowed two runs and four hits while throwing 85 pitches, 51 for strikes.
Source: https://www.chron.com/sports/article/tarik-skubal-...
8/5/26 2:28 AM - Tarik Skubal pitches 6 effective innings in Dodgers debut against Cubs. Tarik Skubal has made his Los Angeles Dodgers debut, pitching six effective innings in a 5-1 loss to the Chicago Cubs. It was the first start for Skubal since he was acquired in a blockbuster trade with Detroit on Saturday night. The two-time Cy Young Award winner was booed when he was introduced with the starting lineups and once again when he went out to the mound for his first career appearance at Wrigley Field. Skubal surrendered a leadoff homer to Dansby Swanson on his first pitch of the third. He allowed two runs and four hits while throwing 85 pitches, 51 for strikes.
Source: https://www.chron.com/sports/article/tarik-skubal-...
Jarren Duran (OF - BOS)
8/5/26 2:06 AM - Jarren Duran: ‘I thought I was going to be released’ by Red Sox.
Source: https://www.boston.com/sports/boston-red-sox/2026/...
8/5/26 2:06 AM - Jarren Duran: ‘I thought I was going to be released’ by Red Sox.
"I hate looking at the numbers but when you’re going bad, you look at the numbers and it was pretty obvious how bad I was."
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Source: https://www.boston.com/sports/boston-red-sox/2026/...
Cody Bradford (P - TEX)
8/5/26 12:47 AM - Bradford set for first Rangers start since 2024. Left-hander Cody Bradford, in his comeback from elbow surgery, will make his first start for the Rangers since the end of the 2024 season Wednesday against the Giants. The team is also awaiting the season debut of left-hander Jordan Montgomery.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49534151/cody-...
8/5/26 12:47 AM - Bradford set for first Rangers start since 2024. Left-hander Cody Bradford, in his comeback from elbow surgery, will make his first start for the Rangers since the end of the 2024 season Wednesday against the Giants. The team is also awaiting the season debut of left-hander Jordan Montgomery.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49534151/cody-...
Dalton Rushing (C - LAD)
8/5/26 12:47 AM - Dodgers' Rushing dealing with slight tear in elbow. Dodgers catcher Dalton Rushing has a slight tear in the UCL in his right elbow, follow-up testing revealed.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49534224/dodge...
8/5/26 12:47 AM - Dodgers' Rushing dealing with slight tear in elbow. Dodgers catcher Dalton Rushing has a slight tear in the UCL in his right elbow, follow-up testing revealed.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49534224/dodge...
Jarren Duran (OF - BOS)
8/5/26 12:06 AM - Jarren Duran: ‘I thought I was going to be released’ by Red Sox.
Source: https://www.boston.com/sports/boston-red-sox/2026/...
8/5/26 12:06 AM - Jarren Duran: ‘I thought I was going to be released’ by Red Sox.
"I hate looking at the numbers but when you’re going bad, you look at the numbers and it was pretty obvious how bad I was."
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Source: https://www.boston.com/sports/boston-red-sox/2026/...