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Zack Wheeler (P - PHI)
7/4/26 10:06 PM - Zack Wheeler not named to initial All-Star Game roster as two Phillies pitchers make NL team. The Phillies will have two of their pitchers on the 2026 NL All-Star team. It does not seem like Zack Wheeler will be joining them.
Source: https://philliesnation.com/2026/07/philadelphia-ph...
7/4/26 10:06 PM - Zack Wheeler not named to initial All-Star Game roster as two Phillies pitchers make NL team. The Phillies will have two of their pitchers on the 2026 NL All-Star team. It does not seem like Zack Wheeler will be joining them.
Source: https://philliesnation.com/2026/07/philadelphia-ph...
Bryce Harper (1B - PHI)
7/4/26 9:45 PM - Phillies’ top two sluggers named to NL All-Star team. Phillies stars Bryce Harper and Kyle Schwarber will represent the team at the All-Star Game in Philadelphia.
Source: https://philliesnation.com/2026/07/philadelphia-ph...
7/4/26 9:45 PM - Phillies’ top two sluggers named to NL All-Star team. Phillies stars Bryce Harper and Kyle Schwarber will represent the team at the All-Star Game in Philadelphia.
Source: https://philliesnation.com/2026/07/philadelphia-ph...
Brandon Marsh (OF - PHI)
7/4/26 9:35 PM - Phillies’ Brandon Marsh named starting outfielder for NL All-Star team. Brandon Marsh will make his All-Star Game debut at Citizens Bank Park for the National League.
Source: https://philliesnation.com/2026/07/philadelphia-ph...
7/4/26 9:35 PM - Phillies’ Brandon Marsh named starting outfielder for NL All-Star team. Brandon Marsh will make his All-Star Game debut at Citizens Bank Park for the National League.
Source: https://philliesnation.com/2026/07/philadelphia-ph...
Jake Woodford (P - MIL)
7/4/26 7:57 PM - Cubs DFA struggling Wilson, sign RHP Woodford. The Chicago Cubs signed right-hander Jake Woodford to a one-year major league contract before the rain-delayed game against the St. Louis Cardinals.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49272287/cubs-...
7/4/26 7:57 PM - Cubs DFA struggling Wilson, sign RHP Woodford. The Chicago Cubs signed right-hander Jake Woodford to a one-year major league contract before the rain-delayed game against the St. Louis Cardinals.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49272287/cubs-...
Tomoyuki Sugano (P - COL)
7/4/26 7:57 PM - Rockies place Sugano, 36, on IL with back spasms. Veteran right-hander Tomoyuki Sugano, 36, who was slated to start on Saturday night for Colorado against the San Francisco Giants at Coors Field, was instead placed on the 15-day injured list due to back spasms by the Rockies.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49272328/color...
7/4/26 7:57 PM - Rockies place Sugano, 36, on IL with back spasms. Veteran right-hander Tomoyuki Sugano, 36, who was slated to start on Saturday night for Colorado against the San Francisco Giants at Coors Field, was instead placed on the 15-day injured list due to back spasms by the Rockies.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49272328/color...
Leo De Vries (SS - SD)
7/4/26 6:06 PM - [MLB: Film Room] - Athletics No. 1 prospect Leo De Vries' solo home run | 07/04/2026. Athletics No. 1 prospect Leo De Vries drills his 10th homer of the year, a solo shot for Double-A Midland
Source: https://sportspyder.com/mlb/oakland-athletics/arti...
7/4/26 6:06 PM - [MLB: Film Room] - Athletics No. 1 prospect Leo De Vries' solo home run | 07/04/2026. Athletics No. 1 prospect Leo De Vries drills his 10th homer of the year, a solo shot for Double-A Midland
Source: https://sportspyder.com/mlb/oakland-athletics/arti...
Juan Soto (OF - NYM)
7/4/26 3:00 PM - Mets' Juan Soto makes 2026 MLB All-Star Game. New York Mets outfielder Juan Soto was named to the 2026 MLB All-Star Game Saturday.
Source: https://sny.tv/articles/mets-juan-soto-makes-2026-...
7/4/26 3:00 PM - Mets' Juan Soto makes 2026 MLB All-Star Game. New York Mets outfielder Juan Soto was named to the 2026 MLB All-Star Game Saturday.
Source: https://sny.tv/articles/mets-juan-soto-makes-2026-...
Mickey Moniak (OF - COL)
7/4/26 12:00 PM - Waiver Wire Week 16: Made For Cade.
Source: https://razzball.com/waiver-wire-week-16-made-for-...
7/4/26 12:00 PM - Waiver Wire Week 16: Made For Cade.
The waiver wire picks are always volatile, but I’ve been pleased with the results. Mickey Moniak was our highlight player last week, and he might’ve single-handedly won people their leagues. Understanding the schedule is the most impactful factor on the waiver wire, and this is one of the most unique weeks of the season. Please, blog, may I have some more?
Source: https://razzball.com/waiver-wire-week-16-made-for-...
Shohei Ohtani (DH - LAD)
7/4/26 9:22 AM - Shohei Ohtani out for Dodgers, Julio Rodriguez hea.... All of the important fantasy spin and actionable takeaways resulting from the latest baseball news.
Source: https://www.espn.com/fantasy/baseball/story/_/id/4...
7/4/26 9:22 AM - Shohei Ohtani out for Dodgers, Julio Rodriguez hea.... All of the important fantasy spin and actionable takeaways resulting from the latest baseball news.
Source: https://www.espn.com/fantasy/baseball/story/_/id/4...
Shohei Ohtani (DH - LAD)
7/4/26 6:44 AM - Ohtani leaves game against Padres with biceps issue and is unlikely to pitch in All-Star Game. Shohei Ohtani left Friday night's game against the San Diego Padres with a right biceps issue. The Los Angeles Dodgers two-way superstar was hitless in three at-bats during a 4-3 victory. On the mound, he allowed three runs in six innings and threw a season-high 110 pitches. He says he felt the biceps issue during his final at-bat in the sixth. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts says Ohtani will rest and receive treatment on Saturday. Ohtani has been dealing with left knee soreness and a blister on his right hand. Roberts says it's unlikely that Ohtani will pitch in the All-Star Game on July 14 in Philadelphia.
Source: https://www.chron.com/sports/article/shohei-ohtani...
7/4/26 6:44 AM - Ohtani leaves game against Padres with biceps issue and is unlikely to pitch in All-Star Game. Shohei Ohtani left Friday night's game against the San Diego Padres with a right biceps issue. The Los Angeles Dodgers two-way superstar was hitless in three at-bats during a 4-3 victory. On the mound, he allowed three runs in six innings and threw a season-high 110 pitches. He says he felt the biceps issue during his final at-bat in the sixth. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts says Ohtani will rest and receive treatment on Saturday. Ohtani has been dealing with left knee soreness and a blister on his right hand. Roberts says it's unlikely that Ohtani will pitch in the All-Star Game on July 14 in Philadelphia.
Source: https://www.chron.com/sports/article/shohei-ohtani...
Shohei Ohtani (DH - LAD)
7/4/26 2:44 AM - Ohtani leaves game against Padres with biceps issue and is unlikely to pitch in All-Star Game. Shohei Ohtani left Friday night's game against the San Diego Padres with a right biceps issue. The Los Angeles Dodgers two-way superstar was hitless in three at-bats during a 4-3 victory. On the mound, he allowed three runs in six innings and threw a season-high 110 pitches. He says he felt the biceps issue during his final at-bat in the sixth. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts says Ohtani will rest and receive treatment on Saturday. Ohtani has been dealing with left knee soreness and a blister on his right hand. Roberts says it's unlikely that Ohtani will pitch in the All-Star Game on July 14 in Philadelphia.
Source: https://www.chron.com/sports/article/shohei-ohtani...
7/4/26 2:44 AM - Ohtani leaves game against Padres with biceps issue and is unlikely to pitch in All-Star Game. Shohei Ohtani left Friday night's game against the San Diego Padres with a right biceps issue. The Los Angeles Dodgers two-way superstar was hitless in three at-bats during a 4-3 victory. On the mound, he allowed three runs in six innings and threw a season-high 110 pitches. He says he felt the biceps issue during his final at-bat in the sixth. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts says Ohtani will rest and receive treatment on Saturday. Ohtani has been dealing with left knee soreness and a blister on his right hand. Roberts says it's unlikely that Ohtani will pitch in the All-Star Game on July 14 in Philadelphia.
Source: https://www.chron.com/sports/article/shohei-ohtani...
Shohei Ohtani (DH - LAD)
7/4/26 2:23 AM - Dodgers to hold Ohtani (bicep) out Sat. after exit.... Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani threw a season-high 110 pitches Friday against the Padres before exiting in the seventh inning when his right biceps tightened up on a swing. He will be held out of the lineup Saturday to afford him some extra recovery time.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49265557/dodge...
7/4/26 2:23 AM - Dodgers to hold Ohtani (bicep) out Sat. after exit.... Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani threw a season-high 110 pitches Friday against the Padres before exiting in the seventh inning when his right biceps tightened up on a swing. He will be held out of the lineup Saturday to afford him some extra recovery time.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49265557/dodge...
Kyle Stowers (OF - MIA)
7/3/26 11:00 PM - [MLB: Film Room] - Marlins offense hits five home runs in 12-5 win | 07/03/2026. Kyle Stowers crushes two of the Marlins five home runs, leading to a 12-5 victory over the Athletics
Source: https://sportspyder.com/mlb/oakland-athletics/arti...
7/3/26 11:00 PM - [MLB: Film Room] - Marlins offense hits five home runs in 12-5 win | 07/03/2026. Kyle Stowers crushes two of the Marlins five home runs, leading to a 12-5 victory over the Athletics
Source: https://sportspyder.com/mlb/oakland-athletics/arti...
Hunter Greene (P - CIN)
7/3/26 7:59 PM - Reds' Greene to come off IL, start vs. Orioles. The Cincinnati Reds plan to reinstate pitcher Hunter Greene from the 60-day injured list to make his season debut Saturday night against the Baltimore Orioles.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49262547/reds-...
7/3/26 7:59 PM - Reds' Greene to come off IL, start vs. Orioles. The Cincinnati Reds plan to reinstate pitcher Hunter Greene from the 60-day injured list to make his season debut Saturday night against the Baltimore Orioles.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49262547/reds-...
Jorge Polanco (DH/2B - NYM)
7/3/26 5:52 PM - Mets' Jorge Polanco works walk, scores run in fourth game of rehab assignment. Jorge Polanco's fourth game of his Mets rehab assignment with Triple-A Syracuse is complete.
Source: https://sny.tv/articles/mets-jorge-polanco-fourth-...
7/3/26 5:52 PM - Mets' Jorge Polanco works walk, scores run in fourth game of rehab assignment. Jorge Polanco's fourth game of his Mets rehab assignment with Triple-A Syracuse is complete.
Source: https://sny.tv/articles/mets-jorge-polanco-fourth-...
Ryne Stanek (P - STL)
7/3/26 4:42 PM - Cards reinstate Stanek, send Graceffo to Triple-A. Cardinals reinstated right-hander Ryne Stanek from the paternity list ahead of Friday's game against the Cubs and optioned righty Gordon Graceffo to Triple-A Memphis.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49261234/cardi...
7/3/26 4:42 PM - Cards reinstate Stanek, send Graceffo to Triple-A. Cardinals reinstated right-hander Ryne Stanek from the paternity list ahead of Friday's game against the Cubs and optioned righty Gordon Graceffo to Triple-A Memphis.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49261234/cardi...
Spencer Steer (1B - CIN)
7/3/26 4:25 PM - Free MLB home run picks, odds for July 3: Spencer Steer in expert's best bets for Friday HR player props. SportsLine's Jacob Fetner reveals his best MLB home run props picks for Friday, July 3
Source: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/free-mlb-ho...
7/3/26 4:25 PM - Free MLB home run picks, odds for July 3: Spencer Steer in expert's best bets for Friday HR player props. SportsLine's Jacob Fetner reveals his best MLB home run props picks for Friday, July 3
Source: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/free-mlb-ho...
Rafael Devers (DH/1B - SF)
7/3/26 3:28 PM - MLB DFS: Top DraftKings, FanDuel daily Fantasy baseball picks include Rafael Devers on Friday, July 3. SportsLine's Mike McClure, a daily Fantasy pro with more than $2 million in winnings, gives optimal MLB DFS lineup advice for Friday, July 3
Source: https://www.cbssports.com/mlb/news/mlb-dfs-draftki...
7/3/26 3:28 PM - MLB DFS: Top DraftKings, FanDuel daily Fantasy baseball picks include Rafael Devers on Friday, July 3. SportsLine's Mike McClure, a daily Fantasy pro with more than $2 million in winnings, gives optimal MLB DFS lineup advice for Friday, July 3
Source: https://www.cbssports.com/mlb/news/mlb-dfs-draftki...
Shohei Ohtani (DH - LAD)
7/3/26 10:32 AM - Rushing to catch Ohtani's start Friday vs. Padres. Shohei Ohtani will be in the Dodgers' lineup when he makes his pitching start Friday, and catching him will be Dalton Rushing.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49254636/dodge...
7/3/26 10:32 AM - Rushing to catch Ohtani's start Friday vs. Padres. Shohei Ohtani will be in the Dodgers' lineup when he makes his pitching start Friday, and catching him will be Dalton Rushing.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49254636/dodge...
Randy Vasquez (P - SD)
7/3/26 10:32 AM - Padres' Vasquez taken to hospital after fainting. Padres right-hander Randy Vasquez was in stable condition after fainting following his abbreviated start Thursday night against the Dodgers, manager Craig Stammen said.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49256066/padre...
7/3/26 10:32 AM - Padres' Vasquez taken to hospital after fainting. Padres right-hander Randy Vasquez was in stable condition after fainting following his abbreviated start Thursday night against the Dodgers, manager Craig Stammen said.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49256066/padre...
Cade Cavalli (P - WSH)
7/3/26 10:32 AM - MLB hands Cavalli, Contreras 7-game suspensions. Cade Cavalli and Willson Contreras each have been suspended seven games for their roles in a benches-clearing brawl at Fenway Park on Tuesday night. Miles Mikolas received a five-game suspension, and Red Sox outfielder Nate Eaton got a three-game ban.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49252034/caval...
7/3/26 10:32 AM - MLB hands Cavalli, Contreras 7-game suspensions. Cade Cavalli and Willson Contreras each have been suspended seven games for their roles in a benches-clearing brawl at Fenway Park on Tuesday night. Miles Mikolas received a five-game suspension, and Red Sox outfielder Nate Eaton got a three-game ban.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49252034/caval...
Jacob Misiorowski (P - MIL)
7/3/26 10:32 AM - Misiorowski's ASG status in doubt due to schedule. Brewers ace Jacob Misiorowski is in line to start the Sunday before the All-Star break, which would make him ineligible to pitch in the All-Star Game two nights later.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49252333/misio...
7/3/26 10:32 AM - Misiorowski's ASG status in doubt due to schedule. Brewers ace Jacob Misiorowski is in line to start the Sunday before the All-Star break, which would make him ineligible to pitch in the All-Star Game two nights later.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49252333/misio...
Jim Jarvis (SS - ATL)
7/3/26 10:32 AM - Braves bring back IF Jarvis, designate 1B Tellez. The Braves recalled infielder Jim Jarvis from Triple-A Gwinnett on Thursday and designated veteran first baseman Rowdy Tellez for assignment.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49251676/brave...
7/3/26 10:32 AM - Braves bring back IF Jarvis, designate 1B Tellez. The Braves recalled infielder Jim Jarvis from Triple-A Gwinnett on Thursday and designated veteran first baseman Rowdy Tellez for assignment.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49251676/brave...
Jake McCarthy (OF - COL)
7/3/26 4:22 AM - Rockies erupt for 14-4 win over the Marlins, fueled by a 7-run sixth. Jake McCarthy drove in four runs, Mickey Moniak had two RBIs and finished a triple shy of a cycle, and the Colorado Rockies beat the Miami Marlins 14-4 on Thursday to earn a split in the four-game series.
Source: https://www.denver7.com/sports/rockies/rockies-eru...
7/3/26 4:22 AM - Rockies erupt for 14-4 win over the Marlins, fueled by a 7-run sixth. Jake McCarthy drove in four runs, Mickey Moniak had two RBIs and finished a triple shy of a cycle, and the Colorado Rockies beat the Miami Marlins 14-4 on Thursday to earn a split in the four-game series.
Source: https://www.denver7.com/sports/rockies/rockies-eru...
Shohei Ohtani (DH - LAD)
7/3/26 2:59 AM - Rushing to catch Ohtani's start Friday vs. Padres. Shohei Ohtani will be in the Dodgers' lineup when he makes his pitching start Friday, and catching him will be Dalton Rushing.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49254636/dodge...
7/3/26 2:59 AM - Rushing to catch Ohtani's start Friday vs. Padres. Shohei Ohtani will be in the Dodgers' lineup when he makes his pitching start Friday, and catching him will be Dalton Rushing.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49254636/dodge...
Randy Vasquez (P - SD)
7/3/26 2:59 AM - Padres' Vasquez taken to hospital after fainting. Padres right-hander Randy Vasquez was in stable condition after fainting following his abbreviated start Thursday night against the Dodgers, manager Craig Stammen said.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49256066/padre...
7/3/26 2:59 AM - Padres' Vasquez taken to hospital after fainting. Padres right-hander Randy Vasquez was in stable condition after fainting following his abbreviated start Thursday night against the Dodgers, manager Craig Stammen said.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49256066/padre...
Cade Cavalli (P - WSH)
7/3/26 2:59 AM - MLB hands Cavalli, Contreras 7-game suspensions. Cade Cavalli and Willson Contreras each have been suspended seven games for their roles in a benches-clearing brawl at Fenway Park on Tuesday night. Miles Mikolas received a five-game suspension, and Red Sox outfielder Nate Eaton got a three-game ban.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49252034/caval...
7/3/26 2:59 AM - MLB hands Cavalli, Contreras 7-game suspensions. Cade Cavalli and Willson Contreras each have been suspended seven games for their roles in a benches-clearing brawl at Fenway Park on Tuesday night. Miles Mikolas received a five-game suspension, and Red Sox outfielder Nate Eaton got a three-game ban.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49252034/caval...
Jim Jarvis (SS - ATL)
7/3/26 2:59 AM - Braves bring back IF Jarvis, designate 1B Tellez. The Braves recalled infielder Jim Jarvis from Triple-A Gwinnett on Thursday and designated veteran first baseman Rowdy Tellez for assignment.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49251676/brave...
7/3/26 2:59 AM - Braves bring back IF Jarvis, designate 1B Tellez. The Braves recalled infielder Jim Jarvis from Triple-A Gwinnett on Thursday and designated veteran first baseman Rowdy Tellez for assignment.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49251676/brave...
Jacob Misiorowski (P - MIL)
7/3/26 2:59 AM - Misiorowski's ASG status in doubt due to schedule. Brewers ace Jacob Misiorowski is in line to start the Sunday before the All-Star break, which would make him ineligible to pitch in the All-Star Game two nights later.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49252333/misio...
7/3/26 2:59 AM - Misiorowski's ASG status in doubt due to schedule. Brewers ace Jacob Misiorowski is in line to start the Sunday before the All-Star break, which would make him ineligible to pitch in the All-Star Game two nights later.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49252333/misio...