AutoDraft Pro
Get the app

Player news from trusted outlets

MLB News

Combined summaries and individual breaking-news reports, all in one recency-first feed.

Thursday, July 10, 2025

Anthony Volpe's Clutch Slide Secures Yankees' Dramatic Comeback Victory

AutoDraft Pro AI

Anthony Volpe was instrumental in the New York Yankees' improbable 6-5 comeback win against the Seattle Mariners on Thursday night. Despite his struggles at the plate this season, Volpe, as the automatic runner, scored the decisive winning run in the 10th inning. His "sick" and acrobatic slide at home plate skillfully evaded Cal Raleigh's tag, following a shallow sacrifice fly by Aaron Judge, sealing the victory after the Yankees rallied from a 5-0 deficit and being no-hit through seven innings.

Clarke Schmidt to Undergo Second Tommy John Surgery, Faces Extended Absence

AutoDraft Pro AI

Yankees right-hander Clarke Schmidt will undergo Tommy John surgery for the second time in his career on Friday, manager Aaron Boone confirmed. This procedure means Schmidt will miss the remainder of the 2025 season and most, if not all, of the 2026 season. The 29-year-old, who previously had the surgery in 2017, had been dealing with elbow soreness since early June and exited his July 3rd start after just three innings due to the discomfort, ending his season with a 3.32 ERA in 14 starts.

Bryan Woo Delivers Career-Best Near No-Hitter Despite Mariners' Late Collapse

AutoDraft Pro AI

Seattle Mariners All-Star right-hander Bryan Woo delivered a dominant, career-best performance on Thursday night against the New York Yankees, taking a no-hitter into the eighth inning. Woo pitched 7 1/3 hitless innings, a career high, striking out five and walking two over a career-high 103 pitches, maintaining his stellar 2.77 ERA—the lowest among Mariners' starters. His bid for the season's first no-hitter was broken up by Jazz Chisholm Jr.'s single, after which Matt Brash replaced him. Despite Woo's impressive outing, which included a Game Score of 75, the Mariners ultimately suffered a 6-5 loss after the Yankees mounted an improbable comeback.

Aaron Judge's Walk-Off Sac Fly Lifts Yankees to 6-5 Victory Over Mariners

AutoDraft Pro AI

Aaron Judge delivered a walk-off sacrifice fly in the bottom of the 10th inning, lifting the New York Yankees to an improbable 6-5 extra-innings victory over the Seattle Mariners. The Yankees were no-hit for seven innings before mounting a late rally to force extra frames.

Athletics Demote Mitch Spence to Triple-A Following Five-Homer Outing

AutoDraft Pro AI

Right-handed pitcher Mitch Spence was demoted by the Athletics to Triple-A Las Vegas on Thursday, a day after he surrendered five home runs in a 9-2 defeat against the Atlanta Braves. During that outing, Spence, 27, was tagged for eight runs and nine hits over six innings. His season stats stand at 2-5 with a 4.70 ERA across 29 appearances, including seven starts.

Jazz Chisholm Jr. Joins Home Run Derby Field After Powering Yankees With Multi-Homer Game

AutoDraft Pro AI

Yankees infielder Jazz Chisholm Jr. has been officially named the final participant for the 2025 Home Run Derby in Atlanta, marking his first appearance in the event. The two-time All-Star, who has already hit 17 home runs this season, will become the seventh Yankees player to participate and aims to become the fifth from the team to win the competition. This announcement follows Chisholm Jr.'s recent dominant offensive performance, where he hit two home runs to significantly contribute to the Yankees' 9-6 victory over the Seattle Mariners, extending their winning streak.

Alex Bregman Expected to Return This Weekend Amidst Undiscussed Contract Extension

AutoDraft Pro AI

Boston Red Sox third baseman Alex Bregman is anticipated to return to the team this weekend, having been sidelined since May 24 due to a strained right quad. Manager Alex Cora confirmed Bregman has completed full workouts and is in 'a great place,' with no minor league rehab assignment required, although there are minor concerns about his defensive readiness for a full game. Before his injury, the three-time All-Star was hitting .299 with 11 homers and 35 RBIs; he will not participate in the upcoming All-Star Game despite his selection. Separately, reports indicate that Bregman and the Red Sox have not yet engaged in contract extension discussions, with the MLB trade deadline approaching.

Robbie Ray Replaced on All-Star Roster Due to Sunday Start, Still Pitches for Giants

AutoDraft Pro AI

Giants left-hander Robbie Ray has been replaced on the National League All-Star roster by Mets pitcher David Peterson, making him inactive for the Midsummer Classic. This decision stems from his scheduled start for San Francisco on Sunday against the Los Angeles Dodgers. Despite the All-Star roster change, Ray, a 2021 AL Cy Young Award winner, is still slated to pitch and holds an impressive 9-3 record with a 2.63 ERA over 19 starts this season.

Mets' David Peterson Earns First All-Star Nod Despite Bullpen Spoiling Stellar Outing

AutoDraft Pro AI

New York Mets left-hander David Peterson received his first career All-Star selection on Thursday, named to the National League roster as a replacement for Robbie Ray. Peterson, now the fourth Mets All-Star this season, holds a 6-4 record with a 3.06 ERA over 18 starts. Despite a strong performance in Game 1 of Thursday's doubleheader against the Orioles, where he limited them to one run into the eighth inning, his excellent outing was unfortunately spoiled when the Mets bullpen, including Ryne Stanek, failed to protect the lead, resulting in a 3-1 loss.

Blue Jays' George Springer Enjoys Resurgent Season, Stands Out as All-Star Snub

AutoDraft Pro AI

Toronto Blue Jays star George Springer is experiencing his best season since joining the team in 2021, emerging as a major catalyst for their AL East takeover and being considered one of the biggest All-Star snubs. The 35-year-old outfielder is slashing an impressive .280/.375/.509 with 16 home runs, and has elevated his game further in July, hitting .412 with five homers and a 1.369 OPS. Springer's offensive resurgence has significantly bolstered the Blue Jays' lineup, alleviating pressure on key players like Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and Bo Bichette.

Shohei Ohtani's Historic 2024 Season Benchmarked Against 2025's Early Power-Speed Feats

AutoDraft Pro AI

Shohei Ohtani's historic 2024 season, where he became baseball's first 50-50 batter, featured an impressive 26 home runs and 23 stolen bases by the All-Star break. This remarkable power-speed combination, while exceptional, was recently referenced as a benchmark when compared to Pete Crow-Armstrong's rare achievement of 25 home runs and 25 stolen bases before the 2025 All-Star break, underscoring Ohtani's past milestones in baseball history.

Bryan Baker Traded to Rays; Orioles Signal Deadline Selling

AutoDraft Pro AI

Right-handed reliever Bryan Baker was traded by the Baltimore Orioles to the Tampa Bay Rays on Thursday in exchange for the 37th overall pick in the 2025 MLB amateur draft. This move signals that the Orioles, currently 40-50 and one of baseball's more disappointing clubs, are committing to being sellers ahead of the July 31 trade deadline. Baker had been a solid contributor for Baltimore, posting a 3.52 ERA, striking out 49 batters, and achieving a 1.096 WHIP across 38⅓ innings as a setup man for Felix Bautista.

Ryne Stanek and Mets Bullpen Unable to Hold Lead in Loss to Orioles

AutoDraft Pro AI

Ryne Stanek entered Game 1 of Thursday's doubleheader against the Orioles after David Peterson was pulled in the eighth inning, but he and the New York Mets bullpen failed to protect a late 1-0 lead. This inability to secure the lead ultimately spoiled Peterson's strong outing and contributed to the Mets' 3-1 loss.

Jacob deGrom Returns to Vintage All-Star Form for Texas Rangers

AutoDraft Pro AI

After several injury-filled seasons, Jacob deGrom is finally pitching like his vintage self for the Texas Rangers, earning an All-Star nod. The lanky right-hander, now 37, is demonstrating the ace-level performance that fans have come to expect, solidifying his role as a key pitcher for the Rangers.

Byron Buxton Held Out of Lineup with Hand Contusion; All-Star & Home Run Derby Status Monitored

AutoDraft Pro AI

All-Star center fielder Byron Buxton was held out of the Minnesota Twins' starting lineup on Thursday after sustaining a bruised left hand from a 98 mph fastball. Initial X-rays confirmed a contusion with no breaks, and manager Rocco Baldelli anticipates Buxton will be fine and could return soon, potentially even as a pinch-hitter. Despite the soreness, his participation in next week's All-Star Game and Home Run Derby does not appear to be in jeopardy, but his day-to-day status is being closely monitored as he continues his standout season, which includes 20 home runs, tied for sixth in the AL, along with strong slugging and OPS numbers.

Jarren Duran Emerges as 'Best Match' for Padres Ahead of Trade Deadline

AutoDraft Pro AI

Boston Red Sox outfielder Jarren Duran has been identified by ESPN's Jeff Passan as the "best match" for the San Diego Padres, suggesting a strong possibility of a trade ahead of the upcoming MLB deadline. This insider report indicates significant interest in Duran as teams prepare for the transactional period.

Nick Lodolo to Start for Reds, Projected for Strong Strikeout Performance

AutoDraft Pro AI

Nick Lodolo (5-6, 3.58 ERA) is scheduled to pitch for the Cincinnati Reds against the Miami Marlins on Thursday. Projections indicate he is likely to exceed 5.5 strikeouts, a target he has cleared in five of his last ten games, including an impressive eight-strikeout performance in his most recent start. Lodolo, who leads the Reds with 93 strikeouts this season, has also surpassed 5.5 strikeouts in two of his last four outings against Miami, making him a strong consideration for prop bets.

Cal Quantrill Set to Start for Marlins Against Reds

AutoDraft Pro AI

Cal Quantrill (3-7, 5.40 ERA) is scheduled to start for the Miami Marlins in their National League matchup against the Cincinnati Reds on Thursday. He will face off against Nick Lodolo as the Marlins aim to close out the series with another victory at Great American Ball Park. Quantrill's performance will be key for the Marlins in the series finale.

Cardinals Closer Ryan Helsley Identified as Top Trade Target for Red Sox

AutoDraft Pro AI

Elite St. Louis Cardinals closer Ryan Helsley has been linked to the Boston Red Sox as a potential trade target ahead of the MLB deadline. ESPN's Jeff Passan specifically named Helsley as the 'best match' for Boston, suggesting a strong possibility of a move as teams prepare for the upcoming deadline.

Clayton Kershaw Honored as NL's Sole All-Star Legends Pick, Cementing Generational Status

AutoDraft Pro AI

Clayton Kershaw has been selected by Commissioner Rob Manfred as the National League's sole All-Star legends pick for this year, an honor that underscores his immense contributions to baseball. MLB experts widely consider him, alongside Max Scherzer and Justin Verlander, as among the greatest pitchers of their generation, with discussions often highlighting their intertwined careers, multiple Cy Young awards, and 3,000+ career strikeouts. The selection suggests a future joint All-Star legend recognition for the trio due to their strong symmetry.