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Paul Goldschmidt's name was brought up by the Yankees in preliminary trade talks with another club last week. These discussions occurred during a period when the Yankees were concerned about Aaron Judge potentially needing season-ending elbow surgery. While these talks suggest groundwork was being laid in case of a shift to selling, a trade involving Goldschmidt would still be considered surprising.
The Brewers have acquired catcher Danny Jansen in a trade, sending infielder Jadher Areinamo and cash to Tampa Bay. Jansen, a 30-year-old Wisconsin native who has previously played for the Blue Jays, Red Sox, and Rays, will provide crucial catching depth for Milwaukee. He compiled a .703 OPS with 11 home runs in 73 games this season, and his addition comes as starter William Contreras has been playing with a fractured middle finger.
Diamondbacks All-Star third baseman Eugenio Suárez exited Monday's game against the Detroit Tigers after being hit on his right index finger by a 95.6 mph pitch. Fortunately, initial X-rays on his finger were negative, though more tests are scheduled for Tuesday as he hopes to avoid a major injury. The 34-year-old, who boasts 36 home runs and 87 RBIs this season, is widely considered a prime trade deadline candidate as Arizona signals its intention to be a seller.
Yoshinobu Yamamoto delivered a dominant performance for the Los Angeles Dodgers in their 5-2 victory over the Cincinnati Reds on Monday. The right-hander pitched seven superb innings, allowing just one run on four hits and striking out nine batters. This impressive outing improved his record to 9-7 with a 2.48 ERA, which ranks third in the National League, as he continues to rediscover his early-season dominance.
Pitcher Chris Paddack was acquired by the Detroit Tigers from the Minnesota Twins on Monday in a three-player trade that also sent right-hander Randy Dobnak to Detroit in exchange for catching prospect Enrique Jimenez. Paddack, who posted a 3-9 record with a 4.95 ERA in 21 starts for the Twins this season, will join the Tigers' rotation to address recent injuries to Reese Olson and Jackson Jobe. The 29-year-old right-hander is expected to make his debut for Detroit on Wednesday against Arizona and is set to become a free agent at the end of the 2025 season.
Kansas City Royals catcher Salvador Perez left Monday night's game against the Atlanta Braves after being hit by a 94 mph fastball from Spencer Strider in the third inning. He remained in the game until the fifth inning before being replaced by Freddy Fermin, with the team announcing he suffered a bruised left elbow. Perez, a nine-time All-Star, is batting .293 with 15 homers and 62 RBI this season.
Houston Astros shortstop Jeremy Peña is set to begin a rehabilitation assignment at Triple-A Sugar Land on Tuesday night. Peña has been sidelined since June 27 due to a small rib fracture sustained after being hit by a pitch. The 27-year-old, who has a .322 batting average with 11 homers and 40 RBIs in 82 games this season, recently faced live pitching and worked out with the team as he progresses toward his return.
Mets veteran pitcher Paul Blackburn tossed six-plus innings for Triple-A Syracuse on Sunday, allowing only one run and bringing his total to three runs over three rehab outings. He is now traveling back to check with trainers ahead of a decision on his return from a shoulder injury. Manager Carlos Mendoza noted Blackburn's good ball velocity at 91-93 mph and his effective command.
Phillies starting pitcher Cristopher Sánchez fell to 9-3 on the season after giving up two two-run homers in 6.2 innings during Monday's 6-2 loss to the White Sox. Sánchez stated he felt a little sluggish due to travel and humidity, contributing to him hanging a breaking ball to Colson Montgomery and a changeup to Luis Robert that lacked its normal action.
Cleveland Guardians closer Emmanuel Clase, a 27-year-old three-time All-Star, has been placed on non-disciplinary paid leave through August 31st as part of an ongoing MLB sports betting investigation. This probe, which also linked teammate Luis Ortiz, could result in Clase being declared permanently ineligible or banned for one year depending on the nature of any betting. His absence significantly impacts the Guardians' bullpen and also puts a $315,000 investment made by fans in his future earnings at risk.
The Los Angeles Dodgers are reportedly intensifying their interest in Minnesota Twins outfielder Harrison Bader, seeking to upgrade their outfield defense ahead of the trade deadline. Bader, considered a premium defender, is also having one of his best offensive seasons with a .255 average, 12 home runs, and a .777 OPS. As a likely free agent in 2026, he could be an affordable acquisition, potentially in a package deal with other Twins relievers.
Yankees right-hander Clarke Schmidt is aiming to return after the 2026 All-Star break, approximately 11-13 months after undergoing an internal brace procedure on the ulnar collateral ligament in his pitching elbow on July 11. The surgery, performed by Dr. Keith Meister, involved reattaching the ligament to the bone rather than a full reconstruction. Schmidt, who had been 4-4 with a 3.32 ERA in 14 starts this season, experienced forearm soreness that led to his exit from a July 3 start.
Left-handed pitcher Keegan Akin has been reinstated from the injured list by the Baltimore Orioles. Akin had missed 21 games due to left shoulder inflammation. He returns to the bullpen with a record of 3-0 and a 3.32 ERA.
Baltimore Orioles catcher Adley Rutschman was reinstated from the 10-day injured list on Monday, July 28. He had been sidelined since June 20 due to a left oblique strain. Before his injury, the 2019 top overall pick was batting .227 with eight home runs and 20 RBIs. His return is expected to boost the team's offense and morale.
Kansas City Royals All-Star left-hander Kris Bubic will miss the remainder of the 2025 season due to a left rotator cuff strain. Bubic, who has experienced shoulder soreness throughout the season, struggled in his last start against Cleveland, exiting after 2⅔ innings. Despite this, he maintained a 2.55 ERA, ranking fifth in the American League.
Michael Harris II has been recognized as one of the Players of the Week. This honor highlights his recent outstanding performance and contributions.
Atlanta Braves pitcher Grant Holmes has been moved to the 60-day injured list due to right elbow inflammation, after initially being placed on the 15-day IL on Sunday. This move follows the Braves' acquisition of Erick Fedde, and Holmes is now one of five members of Atlanta’s opening day rotation currently on the 60-day IL.
Veteran pitcher Carlos Carrasco was traded by the New York Yankees to the Atlanta Braves for cash considerations, providing much-needed depth to the Braves' injury-depleted pitching staff. The 38-year-old right-hander previously posted a 2-2 record with a 5.91 ERA in eight games for the Yankees before being designated for assignment in May. Since then, he has recorded a 4-2 record with a 3.27 ERA in 11 Triple-A outings, including a strong 4-0 record with a 2.23 ERA in five July starts.
Philadelphia Phillies star Bryce Harper confronted Commissioner Rob Manfred over a potential MLB salary cap, reportedly telling him to 'get the f--- out' of the clubhouse during an intense meeting. Harper expressed significant displeasure regarding the leak of details from this discussion, stating that such conversations should remain private within the clubhouse. He emphasized his focus on playing baseball and supporting the Players Association's stance against a salary cap, while teammate Nick Castellanos confirmed the passionate nature of the exchange.
New York Yankees slugger and reigning AL MVP Aaron Judge has been sidelined indefinitely after being diagnosed with a flexor strain in his right elbow and placed on the 10-day injured list. While he did not tear his UCL, the Yankees are expected to proceed with caution, raising questions about his return to the field this season. This injury has significantly impacted his AL MVP odds, with Cal Raleigh now surpassing him as the frontrunner for the award.
