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Freddie Freeman has been officially named to the 2026 MLB All-Star team, one of five Dodgers players selected for the game in Philadelphia. Freeman continued his strong play in Saturday's 3-0 victory over the Padres, going 2-for-3 with a solo home run, an additional RBI, and a walk. As the Dodgers continue to lead the league in All-Star selections, Freeman remains a central component of their offensive success.
Boston first baseman Willson Contreras issued an emotional apology for his role in recent bench-clearing incidents against the Yankees and Nationals. He is currently appealing a seven-game suspension related to the Nationals brawl. On the field, Contreras remains productive, going 1-for-5 with a three-run home run in Saturday's 8-1 victory over the Angels. The veteran continues to navigate heightened on-field tension while maintaining his offensive contributions for the Red Sox.
Yoshinobu Yamamoto has been named to the 2026 MLB All-Star team. The right-hander delivered a dominant performance in Saturday's shutout win over the Padres, throwing seven innings while allowing only three hits and two walks with 10 strikeouts. Now 9-5 on the season, Yamamoto continues to be a key figure in the Dodgers' effort to maintain their lead in the NL West. He joins several teammates in Philadelphia for the All-Star festivities.
Merrill Kelly played a pivotal role in the Arizona Diamondbacks' 4-3 victory over the Milwaukee Brewers on the Fourth of July. His performance helped secure an unlikely win for the team against the odds. Kelly continues to be a reliable arm for the Diamondbacks as they compete through the summer schedule.
Adrian Del Castillo was in the starting lineup for the Milwaukee Brewers, playing catcher in their Saturday game against the Arizona Diamondbacks. Despite a hard-fought effort, the Brewers fell to the Diamondbacks in a 4-3 contest on the Fourth of July. Del Castillo continues to see consistent playing time behind the plate for Milwaukee as the team navigates its mid-season schedule.
Brewers pitcher Brandon Woodruff has been placed on the injured list following a diagnosis of an inflamed labrum in his right shoulder. The 33-year-old veteran was removed from his start against the Diamondbacks in the fourth inning on Saturday after a trainer's visit. Manager Pat Murphy confirmed the injury, which serves as a significant blow to the Milwaukee rotation.
Kyle Stowers followed up a dominant Friday performance by going 2-for-4 with a two-run home run, a walk, and two runs scored in Saturday's 7-2 win over the Athletics. This comes after his standout Friday effort where he went 4-for-5 with two home runs and three RBI, highlighting a highly productive stretch for the Miami Marlins' outfielder.
Sandy Alcantara (10-4) delivered a strong performance in Saturday's win over the Athletics, allowing only one run on six hits and one walk. He struck out eight batters over eight innings of work to secure his 10th victory of the season for the Miami Marlins.
Brice Turang had a productive outing in Saturday's 4-3 loss to the Arizona Diamondbacks, going 3-for-5 at the plate with two doubles and a run scored. Turang, who started the game at second base, continues to be a consistent presence in the Milwaukee Brewers' lineup.
Robbie Ray (8-6) earned his fourth straight win on Saturday, pitching six innings against the Colorado Rockies. He allowed three runs on five hits and three walks while striking out four batters to help lead the San Francisco Giants to victory.
Despite not being included in the initial starting lineup for Saturday's matchup against the Arizona Diamondbacks, Jackson Chourio made an impact off the bench. He finished the game 1-for-2 with a solo home run in the Milwaukee Brewers' 4-3 loss.
Christian Yelich provided offensive production in Saturday's 4-3 loss to the Arizona Diamondbacks, going 1-for-5 with a two-run home run. Yelich served as the designated hitter for the Milwaukee Brewers in the contest.
Paul Sewald earned his 20th save of the season in Saturday's 4-3 victory over the Milwaukee Brewers. He allowed one run on one hit while striking out two batters during his one inning of work.
Shota Imanaga (5-7) took the loss on Saturday against the St. Louis Cardinals. The Chicago Cubs starter allowed two runs on four hits and three walks over 4.2 innings, though he managed to record eight strikeouts in the outing.
Bryce Eldridge delivered a standout performance in the San Francisco Giants' rebound win against the Colorado Rockies at Coors Field. Eldridge hit the longest home run of his season during the contest, contributing to an offensive outburst that saw the Giants record seven doubles. The team's bats found their rhythm early against a spot starter, fueling a decisive victory.
Austin Riley went 1-for-4 with a three-run home run and an additional run scored in Saturday's 14-3 win over the Mets. This performance snapped a long home run drought for the Braves infielder, contributing to a dominant offensive showing for the team.
The Atlanta Braves placed Ha-Seong Kim on the 10-day injured list on Saturday, retroactive to Wednesday, due to right middle finger inflammation. The roster move was part of a series of shuffles by the Braves, which also included recalling JR Ritchie. The team is currently monitoring Kim's status to determine a timeline for his return to the lineup as they continue to manage their roster during the All-Star selection period.
Chris Sale (9-6) earned the win in Saturday's 14-3 victory over the Mets, allowing three runs on seven hits and two walks over five-plus innings with three strikeouts. While the start wasn't his cleanest, the Braves' offense provided ample support to secure the win. Sale was also recently named to the 2026 MLB All-Star team, representing Atlanta alongside several of his teammates.
JJ Wetherholt was a key offensive contributor in the St. Louis Cardinals' victory over the Chicago Cubs on Saturday night. Wetherholt's performance helped the Cardinals jump on the Cubs early in the nationally-broadcast game at Wrigley Field. His hitting was a major factor in the team's ability to carry their momentum through the contest and secure a win.
Kyle Leahy provided a solid effort on the mound to help the St. Louis Cardinals secure a victory over the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field on Saturday night. Leahy was instrumental in keeping the Cubs' offense at bay during the nationally-broadcast game. His performance complemented a strong offensive showing from the Cardinals, who jumped on the Cubs early to maintain momentum.
