Reds Promote Prospect Steele Hall to Class-A Daytona
The Cincinnati Reds have promoted Steele Hall, their 2025 first-round draft pick, to the Class-A Daytona Tortugas. Hall is considered one of the elite prospects within the Cincinnati organization.
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Wednesday, July 29
Sean Manaea Shines in Trade Deadline Audition
Sean Manaea delivered a strong performance against the Atlanta Braves during Wednesday's doubleheader, effectively using his final outing before the MLB trade deadline to showcase his value. The left-hander, who is part of the Mets' rotation, is reportedly pitching with the intent of drawing interest from other clubs. His recent success on the mound has solidified his status as a key arm to watch as the trade deadline approaches.
AJ Smith-Shawver Activated and Makes 2026 Season Debut
The Braves activated AJ Smith-Shawver from the 60-day injured list following his recovery from an elbow injury. Named the 27th man for Wednesday's doubleheader against the Mets, he made his 2026 season debut in the opener, his first start since May 29th. While he turned heads during his appearance, the Braves ultimately faltered in a 3-2 loss. His return provides a significant boost to the Atlanta rotation as the team looks to strengthen their pitching staff for the second half.
Carson Benge Helps Mets Secure Win Against Braves
Carson Benge was a key contributor in the New York Mets' 3-2 win against the Atlanta Braves in the first game of Wednesday's doubleheader. Benge's efforts were instrumental in the Mets' victory over their division rivals.
Brandyn Garcia Secures Save in Closer Committee Role
Brandyn Garcia worked around a walk and struck out two batters in a scoreless ninth inning to secure his second save of the season in Wednesday's 3-0 win over the Pirates. Garcia is currently operating as part of the Diamondbacks' closer committee following recent bullpen adjustments.
Griffin Conine Leads Marlins Comeback with Pinch-Hit Homer
Griffin Conine hit a go-ahead, pinch-hit home run in the eighth inning to help the Marlins rally from a 6-0 deficit to beat the Phillies. The victory marked the Marlins' 21st comeback win of the season.
Luis Hernández Highlighted in Giants Minor League Roundup
Luis Hernández was featured in the July 28 minor league roundup for the San Francisco Giants, highlighting his recent performance and development on the farm.
Kyle Karros Remains Sidelined with Biceps Injury
Kyle Karros remains out of the lineup for Wednesday's contest in San Diego as he continues to recover from a biceps injury.
Paul Sewald Removed from Diamondbacks Closer Role
Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo announced after Wednesday's 3-0 win over the Pirates that Paul Sewald has been removed from the closer's role for the time being. Sewald will be utilized in lower-leverage situations moving forward as the team adjusts its bullpen hierarchy.
Franklin Arias Continues Power Surge with AAA Home Run
As the Boston Red Sox navigate the trade deadline, the organization is evaluating the status of several players, including Franklin Arias, to determine his role in their long-term roster strategy. Arias continues to impress, recently hitting another home run during his time in Triple-A with Worcester. The team is weighing its options regarding who should be traded and who should remain as part of the future core.
Yordan Alvarez Featured in League-Wide MVP and Trade Discussions
Yordan Alvarez was featured in recent MLB news summaries covering league-wide topics, including trade deadline speculation and his ongoing MVP candidacy. Additionally, he was noted for his offensive performance in Tuesday's action, with reports advising opposing teams to avoid pitching to him. He is also being highlighted in expert analysis for player props and betting markets for July 29.
Matt Chapman Expected to Return This Weekend
Giants manager Tony Vitello announced Wednesday that Matt Chapman is nearing a return from the 10-day injured list. Chapman, who has been sidelined with an abdominal issue, is expected to be activated at some point during the team's upcoming weekend series against the San Diego Padres.
Gabriel Hughes Seeks First Career Win Against Padres
Gabriel Hughes is scheduled to start for the Colorado Rockies in today's game against the San Diego Padres. Hughes is looking to secure his first career MLB win in this matchup against Kyle Hart.
Kyle Hart Set for Matchup Against Colorado Rockies
Kyle Hart is slated to face the Colorado Rockies in today's game. The matchup features Hart on the mound for the San Diego Padres against Gabriel Hughes, who is seeking his first career win.
Casey Schmitt Out for Season Following Meniscus Surgery
Casey Schmitt has been placed on the 10-day injured list after suffering a torn meniscus in his left knee while rounding first base during a win over the Brewers. Giants manager Tony Vitello confirmed Wednesday that Schmitt will require surgery and is expected to miss the remainder of the season. Prior to this significant setback, Schmitt had been the subject of trade rumors involving the Seattle Mariners, but his focus has now shifted entirely to his recovery process.
Tyler Soderstrom Identified as Guardians Trade Target
Tyler Soderstrom has been identified as a potential trade target for the Cleveland Guardians as the team looks to explore options to strengthen their roster ahead of the trade deadline.
Shane Drohan Pushed to Friday Start Against Angels
After being scratched from his scheduled Wednesday start against San Francisco, Shane Drohan has been rescheduled to take the mound in Friday's series opener against the Angels in Anaheim. The adjustment to his pitching schedule was confirmed by Hunter Baumgardt of Fox Sports 920 Milwaukee.
Foster Griffin Gains Fantasy and Trade Deadline Attention
Foster Griffin is drawing attention for his fantasy value, bolstered by his strong command on the mound that allows him to outperform expectations based on his raw stuff. Beyond his fantasy utility, the left-hander is also being identified as a potential trade target for the Chicago Cubs, who are looking to bolster their rotation as the deadline approaches.
Jake Bauers Returns to Lineup Wednesday Against Giants
Jake Bauers is back in the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the San Francisco Giants. Bauers, who had been dealing with a toe injury, will play first base and bat third for the Brewers.
William Contreras Out of Lineup Wednesday
William Contreras will not be in the starting lineup for the Milwaukee Brewers' game against the San Francisco Giants on Wednesday as he receives a day of rest.