Charlie Barnes Elects Free Agency After Outright Assignment
Charlie Barnes was sent outright to OKC by the Los Angeles Dodgers. Following the assignment, Barnes elected to pursue free agency rather than remain with the organization.
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Saturday, August 1
Wyatt Mills Activated by Dodgers Following Roster Shuffle
Wyatt Mills has been activated by the Los Angeles Dodgers, receiving a call-up from Triple-A following the news that Will Klein was placed on the injured list with right elbow discomfort. Mills joins the active roster as the team makes several adjustments, including the DFA of Cole Irvin and the promotion of Kyle Hurt.
Will Klein Placed on Injured List With Elbow Discomfort
Will Klein has been placed on the injured list due to right elbow discomfort. In corresponding roster moves for the Dodgers, Wyatt Mills was called up from Triple-A, and Kyle Hurt was also added to the roster. The team continues to manage its pitching depth as they navigate these injury-related adjustments.
Bryan Baker Records MLB-High 31st Save Against White Sox
Bryan Baker secured his MLB-leading 31st save in Saturday's 1-0 win over the White Sox, throwing a clean ninth inning and striking out one. Beyond his on-field performance, Baker has been linked to trade speculation involving the Rays. Reports note his history as a former teammate of Adley Rutschman in Baltimore, adding context to his role as a potential trade target as the deadline nears.
Alex Call Addresses Trade Deadline Rumors
Alex Call has been dealing with trade deadline speculation over the past week, describing the rumors as 'fake news.' A year after being acquired by the Dodgers, Call remains focused despite the hopeful and wishful thinking regarding his status as the deadline approaches.
Kyle Hurt Called Up to Dodgers Active Roster
Kyle Hurt has been called up to the Dodgers' active roster. The move coincides with the team designating Cole Irvin for assignment and placing Will Klein on the injured list with right elbow discomfort.
Cole Irvin Designated for Assignment by Dodgers
Cole Irvin has been designated for assignment by the Los Angeles Dodgers. The move was part of a series of roster changes on Saturday, which also included the promotion of Kyle Hurt and the activation of Wyatt Mills.
Nate Furman Called Up by Giants for Major League Debut
The San Francisco Giants have called up Nate Furman to the major league roster. His promotion comes as the team places Jesús Rodríguez on the injured list. Furman is set to make his Major League debut.
Tyler Mahle Faces Walker Buehler in Giants-Padres Clash
Tyler Mahle is scheduled to start for the San Francisco Giants in their game against the San Diego Padres, opposing Walker Buehler on the mound.
Walker Buehler Takes the Mound Against Giants
Walker Buehler is slated to start for the San Diego Padres in their matchup against the San Francisco Giants, facing off against Tyler Mahle.
Drew Rasmussen Dominates White Sox in 10th Win of Season
Drew Rasmussen earned his 10th win of the season in Saturday's 1-0 victory over the White Sox. He delivered a dominant performance, allowing no runs on four hits and one walk while striking out 10 batters over six innings. The pitching staff combined for 16 strikeouts in the win. As the trade deadline approaches, Rasmussen remains a subject of speculation while providing a critical boost to the Rays' rotation.
Kyle Harrison Expected to Return Against Pirates
Kyle Harrison (forearm) is expected to make his next start for the Milwaukee Brewers during their upcoming home series against the Pittsburgh Pirates, according to Todd Rosiak of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel.
Zac Thornton Struggles in Loss to Marlins
Zac Thornton had his least effective outing since joining the starting rotation a month ago, allowing four runs (three earned) over 4.2 innings in Saturday's 6-2 loss to the Marlins. Pitching in front of the 1986 Mets, Thornton showed grit but struggled to contain the Marlins' offense in his first taste of adversity with the club.
Luinder Avila Faces Rockies in August Series
Luinder Avila is scheduled to take the mound against Ryan Feltner and the Colorado Rockies. The matchup serves as a key point of discussion as both teams navigate the final stretch of the season with the trade deadline looming.
Ryan Feltner Set for Royals Matchup
Ryan Feltner is slated to face Luinder Avila as the Colorado Rockies look to maintain momentum in August. With the team having already matched last year's win total, the focus remains on the upcoming trade deadline and continued performance on the field.
David Peterson Faces Yankees in Chicago
David Peterson is set to face Max Fried and the New York Yankees in a matchup in Chicago. The game is a focal point for analysts evaluating pitching rotations as both teams look for stability.
Jazz Chisholm Returns to Yankees Lineup Against Cubs
Jazz Chisholm Jr. is back in action Saturday, starting at second base and batting fifth for the New York Yankees against the Chicago Cubs. Beyond his on-field performance, teammates continue to praise his high level of play, while ongoing discussions persist regarding his potential future participation with Team GB in the Olympics.
Ben Rice Begins Saturday Game on the Bench
Ben Rice is not included in the New York Yankees' starting lineup for Saturday's matchup against the Chicago Cubs.
Nick Kurtz Out of Starting Lineup Saturday
Nick Kurtz is not in the Athletics' starting lineup for Saturday's game against Detroit. Kurtz has been identified as one of several players on the team who have missed significant time due to injuries throughout the 2026 season. The Athletics have struggled with a cluster of health issues that have impacted their roster depth and overall performance this year.
Shane Baz Outdueled in Loss to Phillies
Shane Baz faced off against the Philadelphia Phillies in a game where the Orioles were unable to generate enough offense. Baz was outdueled by Phillies starter Cristopher Sánchez, contributing to a loss that snapped Philadelphia's four-game losing skid.