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Harrison Bader (OF - SF)
7/29/26 8:13 AM - Giants' Bader further injures foot in scooter crash. Giants center fielder Harrison Bader is awaiting evaluation after a scooter crash caused further damage to an already injured left foot.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49478602/harri...
7/29/26 8:13 AM - Giants' Bader further injures foot in scooter crash. Giants center fielder Harrison Bader is awaiting evaluation after a scooter crash caused further damage to an already injured left foot.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49478602/harri...
Bryce Harper (1B - PHI)
7/29/26 8:13 AM - Harper says Phillies 'need some help' at deadline. With the Phillies now 3-8 since the All-Star break, Bryce Harper was blunt when asked if the team needs reinforcements as Monday's trade deadline approaches.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49477042/as-tr...
7/29/26 8:13 AM - Harper says Phillies 'need some help' at deadline. With the Phillies now 3-8 since the All-Star break, Bryce Harper was blunt when asked if the team needs reinforcements as Monday's trade deadline approaches.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49477042/as-tr...
Enrique Hernandez (OF/1B/3B - LAD)
7/29/26 8:13 AM - Ohtani's mound return still up in air for Dodgers. While the Dodgers -- including Enrique Hernandez, Edwin Diaz, Blake Snell, Will Smith and Tyler Gasnow -- continue to get healthier, the mound return of Shohei Ohtani remains in question.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49475955/ohtan...
7/29/26 8:13 AM - Ohtani's mound return still up in air for Dodgers. While the Dodgers -- including Enrique Hernandez, Edwin Diaz, Blake Snell, Will Smith and Tyler Gasnow -- continue to get healthier, the mound return of Shohei Ohtani remains in question.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49475955/ohtan...
Mason Miller (P - SD)
7/29/26 7:35 AM - Building the perfect MLB trade deadline for Yankees, Mets. From another extreme makeover in Queens to Mason Miller in the Bronx, here's a wish list for both New York teams.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49470728/2026-...
7/29/26 7:35 AM - Building the perfect MLB trade deadline for Yankees, Mets. From another extreme makeover in Queens to Mason Miller in the Bronx, here's a wish list for both New York teams.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49470728/2026-...
Shohei Ohtani (DH - LAD)
7/29/26 6:33 AM - Ohtani’s bat stays hot, but his next bullpen session waits on 2 aching spots. Shohei Ohtani says his right biceps isn't 100% in addition to lingering soreness in his left knee, and it's affecting his ability to pitch. The Los Angeles Dodgers' two-way superstar hasn't pitched since July 3 but has continued to play regularly as the designated hitter. He hit his 10th leadoff home run of the season in a 7-6 loss to Seattle on Tuesday. Ohtani had a lubricant injection in his knee just before the All-Star break and skipped the festivities in Philadelphia to rest. He says the knee soreness is from pitching. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts believes Ohtani will pitch again this season if his health continues to improve.
Source: https://www.chron.com/sports/article/ohtani-s-bat-...
7/29/26 6:33 AM - Ohtani’s bat stays hot, but his next bullpen session waits on 2 aching spots. Shohei Ohtani says his right biceps isn't 100% in addition to lingering soreness in his left knee, and it's affecting his ability to pitch. The Los Angeles Dodgers' two-way superstar hasn't pitched since July 3 but has continued to play regularly as the designated hitter. He hit his 10th leadoff home run of the season in a 7-6 loss to Seattle on Tuesday. Ohtani had a lubricant injection in his knee just before the All-Star break and skipped the festivities in Philadelphia to rest. He says the knee soreness is from pitching. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts believes Ohtani will pitch again this season if his health continues to improve.
Source: https://www.chron.com/sports/article/ohtani-s-bat-...
Shohei Ohtani (DH - LAD)
7/29/26 2:33 AM - Ohtani’s bat stays hot, but his next bullpen session waits on 2 aching spots. Shohei Ohtani says his right biceps isn't 100% in addition to lingering soreness in his left knee, and it's affecting his ability to pitch. The Los Angeles Dodgers' two-way superstar hasn't pitched since July 3 but has continued to play regularly as the designated hitter. He hit his 10th leadoff home run of the season in a 7-6 loss to Seattle on Tuesday. Ohtani had a lubricant injection in his knee just before the All-Star break and skipped the festivities in Philadelphia to rest. He says the knee soreness is from pitching. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts believes Ohtani will pitch again this season if his health continues to improve.
Source: https://www.chron.com/sports/article/ohtani-s-bat-...
7/29/26 2:33 AM - Ohtani’s bat stays hot, but his next bullpen session waits on 2 aching spots. Shohei Ohtani says his right biceps isn't 100% in addition to lingering soreness in his left knee, and it's affecting his ability to pitch. The Los Angeles Dodgers' two-way superstar hasn't pitched since July 3 but has continued to play regularly as the designated hitter. He hit his 10th leadoff home run of the season in a 7-6 loss to Seattle on Tuesday. Ohtani had a lubricant injection in his knee just before the All-Star break and skipped the festivities in Philadelphia to rest. He says the knee soreness is from pitching. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts believes Ohtani will pitch again this season if his health continues to improve.
Source: https://www.chron.com/sports/article/ohtani-s-bat-...
Enrique Hernandez (OF/1B/3B - LAD)
7/29/26 2:18 AM - Ohtani's mound return still up in air for Dodgers. While the Dodgers -- including Enrique Hernandez, Edwin Diaz, Blake Snell, Will Smith and Tyler Gasnow -- continue to get healthier, the mound return of Shohei Ohtani remains in question.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49475955/ohtan...
7/29/26 2:18 AM - Ohtani's mound return still up in air for Dodgers. While the Dodgers -- including Enrique Hernandez, Edwin Diaz, Blake Snell, Will Smith and Tyler Gasnow -- continue to get healthier, the mound return of Shohei Ohtani remains in question.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49475955/ohtan...
Bryce Harper (1B - PHI)
7/29/26 2:18 AM - Harper says Phillies 'need some help' at deadline. With the Phillies now 3-8 since the All-Star break, Bryce Harper was blunt when asked if the team needs reinforcements as Monday's trade deadline approaches.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49477042/as-tr...
7/29/26 2:18 AM - Harper says Phillies 'need some help' at deadline. With the Phillies now 3-8 since the All-Star break, Bryce Harper was blunt when asked if the team needs reinforcements as Monday's trade deadline approaches.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49477042/as-tr...
Casey Schmitt (2B/3B - SF)
7/29/26 2:18 AM - Giants' Schmitt to IL as MRI shows torn meniscus. Giants infielder Casey Schmitt underwent an MRI that revealed a torn meniscus in his left knee, and the team said there is no timetable for his return.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49476190/giant...
7/29/26 2:18 AM - Giants' Schmitt to IL as MRI shows torn meniscus. Giants infielder Casey Schmitt underwent an MRI that revealed a torn meniscus in his left knee, and the team said there is no timetable for his return.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49476190/giant...
Enrique Hernandez (OF/1B/3B - LAD)
7/28/26 10:23 PM - Ohtani's mound return still up in air for Dodgers. While the Dodgers -- including Enrique Hernandez, Edwin Diaz, Blake Snell, Will Smith and Tyler Gasnow -- continue to get healthier, the mound return of Shohei Ohtani remains in question.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49475955/ohtan...
7/28/26 10:23 PM - Ohtani's mound return still up in air for Dodgers. While the Dodgers -- including Enrique Hernandez, Edwin Diaz, Blake Snell, Will Smith and Tyler Gasnow -- continue to get healthier, the mound return of Shohei Ohtani remains in question.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49475955/ohtan...
Jake Bauers (1B/OF - MIL)
7/28/26 10:23 PM - Brewers 1B Bauers has broken toe, out vs. Giants. Milwaukee Brewers veteran first baseman Jake Bauers, 30, who fouled a ball off his foot on Monday night, has a broken big toe on his right foot and was not in the lineup for Tuesday's game against the San Francisco Giants at Oracle Park.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49475316/broke...
7/28/26 10:23 PM - Brewers 1B Bauers has broken toe, out vs. Giants. Milwaukee Brewers veteran first baseman Jake Bauers, 30, who fouled a ball off his foot on Monday night, has a broken big toe on his right foot and was not in the lineup for Tuesday's game against the San Francisco Giants at Oracle Park.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49475316/broke...
Harrison Bader (OF - SF)
7/28/26 9:14 PM - SF Giants player aggravates injured foot in weekend scooter accident.
Source: https://www.sfgate.com/giants/article/sf-giants-pl...
7/28/26 9:14 PM - SF Giants player aggravates injured foot in weekend scooter accident.
Harrison Bader's already injured foot got hurt worse over the weekend.
Source: https://www.sfgate.com/giants/article/sf-giants-pl...
Pete Crow-Armstrong (OF - CHC)
7/28/26 3:23 PM - MLB MVP Race: Pete Crow-Armstrong Closes Gap On Shohei Ohtani. Pete Crow-Armstrong is closing the gap on Shohei Ohtani in the National League MVP race. Check out the biggest risers and fallers from the past week.
Source: https://www.foxsports.com/stories/mlb/mlb-mvp-race...
7/28/26 3:23 PM - MLB MVP Race: Pete Crow-Armstrong Closes Gap On Shohei Ohtani. Pete Crow-Armstrong is closing the gap on Shohei Ohtani in the National League MVP race. Check out the biggest risers and fallers from the past week.
Source: https://www.foxsports.com/stories/mlb/mlb-mvp-race...
Clay Holmes (P - NYM)
7/28/26 2:59 PM - Mets' Clay Holmes pitches four innings with St. Lucie in second, and potentially final, rehab start. Clay Holmes got back on the mound, this time with St. Lucie, on Tuesday evening in his second and potentially final rehab start, and the Mets right-hander pitched four strong innings.
Source: https://sny.tv/articles/mets-clay-holmes-second-re...
7/28/26 2:59 PM - Mets' Clay Holmes pitches four innings with St. Lucie in second, and potentially final, rehab start. Clay Holmes got back on the mound, this time with St. Lucie, on Tuesday evening in his second and potentially final rehab start, and the Mets right-hander pitched four strong innings.
Source: https://sny.tv/articles/mets-clay-holmes-second-re...
Bryce Harper (1B - PHI)
7/28/26 1:51 PM - Free MLB home run picks, odds for July 28: Bryce Harper in expert's best bets for Tuesday HR player props. SportsLine's Jacob Fetner reveals his best MLB home run props picks for Tuesday, July 28
Source: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/free-mlb-ho...
7/28/26 1:51 PM - Free MLB home run picks, odds for July 28: Bryce Harper in expert's best bets for Tuesday HR player props. SportsLine's Jacob Fetner reveals his best MLB home run props picks for Tuesday, July 28
Source: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/free-mlb-ho...
Mason Miller (P - SD)
7/28/26 1:43 PM - MLB rumors: Why the Padres would consider a Mason Miller trade; a CJ Abrams catch; Red Sox eye more IF help. The trade deadline is less than a week away
Source: https://www.cbssports.com/mlb/news/mlb-rumors-trad...
7/28/26 1:43 PM - MLB rumors: Why the Padres would consider a Mason Miller trade; a CJ Abrams catch; Red Sox eye more IF help. The trade deadline is less than a week away
Source: https://www.cbssports.com/mlb/news/mlb-rumors-trad...
Shohei Ohtani (DH - LAD)
7/28/26 1:35 PM - How to listen to 'The Betrayal of Shohei Ohtani,' .... Listen now to how Shohei Ohtani's relationship with his interpreter Ippei Mizuhara unraveled amid a massive sports betting scheme.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49358425/how-l...
7/28/26 1:35 PM - How to listen to 'The Betrayal of Shohei Ohtani,' .... Listen now to how Shohei Ohtani's relationship with his interpreter Ippei Mizuhara unraveled amid a massive sports betting scheme.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49358425/how-l...
Michael King (P - SD)
7/28/26 1:01 PM - Rockies vs. Padres MLB picks: Trade candidate and ace Michael King could be making final San Diego start. Michael King might be making his last Padres start on Tuesday ahead of the MLB trade deadline
Source: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/rockies-vs-...
7/28/26 1:01 PM - Rockies vs. Padres MLB picks: Trade candidate and ace Michael King could be making final San Diego start. Michael King might be making his last Padres start on Tuesday ahead of the MLB trade deadline
Source: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/rockies-vs-...
Michael King (P - SD)
7/28/26 10:01 AM - Rockies vs. Padres MLB picks: Trade candidate and ace Michael King could be making final San Diego start. Michael King might be making his last Padres start on Tuesday ahead of the MLB trade deadline
Source: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/rockies-vs-...
7/28/26 10:01 AM - Rockies vs. Padres MLB picks: Trade candidate and ace Michael King could be making final San Diego start. Michael King might be making his last Padres start on Tuesday ahead of the MLB trade deadline
Source: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/rockies-vs-...
Shohei Ohtani (DH - LAD)
7/28/26 9:38 AM - New audio sheds light on Ohtani interpreter case. Shohei Ohtani's former interpreter initially told a reporter that the Dodgers slugger had agreed to cover his massive gambling debt but reversed course less than 24 hours later, according to newly released audio.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49466019/betra...
7/28/26 9:38 AM - New audio sheds light on Ohtani interpreter case. Shohei Ohtani's former interpreter initially told a reporter that the Dodgers slugger had agreed to cover his massive gambling debt but reversed course less than 24 hours later, according to newly released audio.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49466019/betra...
Jameson Taillon (P - CHC)
7/28/26 9:38 AM - Cubs DFA veteran pitcher Taillon amid struggles. Jameson Taillon was designated for assignment by the Cubs on Monday, one day after giving up seven runs in four innings against the Pirates.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49465134/cubs-...
7/28/26 9:38 AM - Cubs DFA veteran pitcher Taillon amid struggles. Jameson Taillon was designated for assignment by the Cubs on Monday, one day after giving up seven runs in four innings against the Pirates.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49465134/cubs-...
Casey Schmitt (2B/3B - SF)
7/28/26 9:38 AM - Giants' Schmitt exits with apparent leg injury. San Francisco manager Tony Vitello said Casey Schmitt would be evaluated Tuesday and was "probably going to miss some significant time."
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49466648/giant...
7/28/26 9:38 AM - Giants' Schmitt exits with apparent leg injury. San Francisco manager Tony Vitello said Casey Schmitt would be evaluated Tuesday and was "probably going to miss some significant time."
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49466648/giant...
Griffin Conine (OF - MIA)
7/28/26 9:38 AM - Conine's walk-off hit snaps Marlins' 12-game skid. Griffin Conine hit a walk-off single against the Phillies to end the Marlins' franchise-record 12-game losing streak. Before Monday's game, manager Clayton McCullough said he recently saw "The Odyssey" and couldn't help but think of Miami's misfortunes.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49466459/griff...
7/28/26 9:38 AM - Conine's walk-off hit snaps Marlins' 12-game skid. Griffin Conine hit a walk-off single against the Phillies to end the Marlins' franchise-record 12-game losing streak. Before Monday's game, manager Clayton McCullough said he recently saw "The Odyssey" and couldn't help but think of Miami's misfortunes.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49466459/griff...
Esmerlyn Valdez (OF - PIT)
7/28/26 9:38 AM - Pirates rookie Valdez hit in hand by pitch, exits. Pirates rookie outfielder Esmerlyn Valdez was removed from Monday night's game against Arizona after being hit in the left hand by a pitch.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49465782/pirat...
7/28/26 9:38 AM - Pirates rookie Valdez hit in hand by pitch, exits. Pirates rookie outfielder Esmerlyn Valdez was removed from Monday night's game against Arizona after being hit in the left hand by a pitch.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49465782/pirat...
Freddy Peralta (P - NYM)
7/28/26 8:20 AM - Latest Freddy Peralta trade deadline buzz: Rays have interest, Mets talking to Brewers. Mets starting pitcher Freddy Peralta is likely to be dealt ahead of the Aug. 3 MLB trade deadline. Here is the latest buzz surrounding the righty...
Source: https://sny.tv/articles/latest-mets-freddy-peralta...
7/28/26 8:20 AM - Latest Freddy Peralta trade deadline buzz: Rays have interest, Mets talking to Brewers. Mets starting pitcher Freddy Peralta is likely to be dealt ahead of the Aug. 3 MLB trade deadline. Here is the latest buzz surrounding the righty...
Source: https://sny.tv/articles/latest-mets-freddy-peralta...
Freddy Peralta (P - NYM)
7/28/26 6:01 AM - Latest Freddy Peralta trade deadline buzz: Mets starter drawing interest from Rays. Mets starting pitcher Freddy Peralta is likely to be dealt ahead of the Aug. 3 MLB trade deadline. Here is the latest buzz surrounding the righty...
Source: https://sny.tv/articles/latest-mets-freddy-peralta...
7/28/26 6:01 AM - Latest Freddy Peralta trade deadline buzz: Mets starter drawing interest from Rays. Mets starting pitcher Freddy Peralta is likely to be dealt ahead of the Aug. 3 MLB trade deadline. Here is the latest buzz surrounding the righty...
Source: https://sny.tv/articles/latest-mets-freddy-peralta...
Casey Schmitt (2B/3B - SF)
7/28/26 5:33 AM - Giants 3B Casey Schmitt leaves game versus Brewers in 2nd inning due to apparent leg injury. San Francisco Giants third baseman Casey Schmitt left Monday night’s game against the Milwaukee Brewers in the bottom of the second inning due to an apparent leg injury. Schmitt appeared to hurt his left leg after rounding first base following a single to right field. He showed discomfort and was grasping at his lower left leg after the play. Schmitt was able to walk off the field on his own power, limping with a trainer at his side as he left the game.
Source: https://www.chron.com/sports/article/giants-3b-cas...
7/28/26 5:33 AM - Giants 3B Casey Schmitt leaves game versus Brewers in 2nd inning due to apparent leg injury. San Francisco Giants third baseman Casey Schmitt left Monday night’s game against the Milwaukee Brewers in the bottom of the second inning due to an apparent leg injury. Schmitt appeared to hurt his left leg after rounding first base following a single to right field. He showed discomfort and was grasping at his lower left leg after the play. Schmitt was able to walk off the field on his own power, limping with a trainer at his side as he left the game.
Source: https://www.chron.com/sports/article/giants-3b-cas...
Casey Schmitt (2B/3B - SF)
7/28/26 2:33 AM - Giants 3B Casey Schmitt leaves game versus Brewers in 2nd inning due to apparent leg injury. San Francisco Giants third baseman Casey Schmitt left Monday night’s game against the Milwaukee Brewers in the bottom of the second inning due to an apparent leg injury. Schmitt appeared to hurt his left leg after rounding first base following a single to right field. He showed discomfort and was grasping at his lower left leg after the play. Schmitt was able to walk off the field on his own power, limping with a trainer at his side as he left the game.
Source: https://www.chron.com/sports/article/giants-3b-cas...
7/28/26 2:33 AM - Giants 3B Casey Schmitt leaves game versus Brewers in 2nd inning due to apparent leg injury. San Francisco Giants third baseman Casey Schmitt left Monday night’s game against the Milwaukee Brewers in the bottom of the second inning due to an apparent leg injury. Schmitt appeared to hurt his left leg after rounding first base following a single to right field. He showed discomfort and was grasping at his lower left leg after the play. Schmitt was able to walk off the field on his own power, limping with a trainer at his side as he left the game.
Source: https://www.chron.com/sports/article/giants-3b-cas...
Casey Schmitt (2B/3B - SF)
7/28/26 12:03 AM - Giants' Schmitt exits with apparent leg injury. Giants third baseman Casey Schmitt left Monday night's win against the Brewers in the bottom of the second inning because of an apparent leg injury.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49466648/giant...
7/28/26 12:03 AM - Giants' Schmitt exits with apparent leg injury. Giants third baseman Casey Schmitt left Monday night's win against the Brewers in the bottom of the second inning because of an apparent leg injury.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49466648/giant...