Samwise MLB Newsletter
Sunday, July 19, 2026
Red Sox Rally for 12th Straight Win, Beating Rays 7-6
The Boston Red Sox rallied from a three-run deficit to defeat the Tampa Bay Rays 7-6 at Fenway Park on Saturday, extending their winning streak to 12 consecutive games. Wilyer Abreu hit two home runs, including a go-ahead two-run shot in the seventh inning off Garrett Cleavinger that capped a four-run comeback, finishing with three RBI. The 12-game streak matches the third longest in franchise history. Boston (49-48) moved above .500 for the first time since the season's second game, having spent 95 straight games at or below that mark. Ryan Watson (1-0) earned his first major-league win in relief, and Aroldis Chapman recorded his 21st save.
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Orioles Lock Up Kyle Bradish with Five-Year, $90M Extension
The Baltimore Orioles agreed to a five-year, $90 million contract extension with right-hander Kyle Bradish on Saturday, making him the highest-paid pitcher in franchise history. The deal, which covers the 2027 through 2031 seasons, secures one of Baltimore's key rotation pieces for the long term ahead of the August 3 trade deadline. The extension comes as other starting pitchers around the league, including Detroit's Tarik Skubal, are attracting significant trade interest. The Orioles also defeated the Houston Astros 4-2 in 11 innings Saturday, extending their winning streak to six games. Baltimore (48-51) sits 9 games behind the first-place Tampa Bay Rays in the AL East.
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Ginn Takes No-Hitter into 7th as A's Rout Nationals 15-1, End 10-Game Skid
The Athletics rebounded from a 23-4 blowout loss Friday to rout the Washington Nationals 15-1 on Saturday, snapping a 10-game losing streak. Right-hander J.T. Ginn carried a no-hitter into the seventh inning, finishing with one hit allowed over 6 1/3 innings while striking out seven and walking three. Outfielder Tyler Soderstrom went 2-for-4 with a home run, two RBI, and three runs scored. Ginn improved to 8-6 as the Athletics (42-56) battered the Nationals for 13 hits at Sutter Health Park in West Sacramento. Washington starter Zack Littell (7-7) took the loss in a complete reversal from Friday's game.
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Skubal Strikes Out Nine Over Seven Innings as Tigers Blank Angels 7-0
Tarik Skubal, winner of the past two American League Cy Young Awards, dominated the Los Angeles Angels with seven innings of shutout ball in the Detroit Tigers' 7-0 victory on Saturday night. Skubal allowed five hits while striking out nine without issuing a walk, inducing 19 swinging strikes for the third consecutive start. Spencer Torkelson homered twice and drove in four runs, including a three-run shot in the first inning and a solo 420-foot blast in the fifth. The Tigers (46-52) have won 11 of their last 14 games and are 24-14 since June 1, closing to within 5.5 games of the first-place Chicago White Sox in the AL Central.
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Mets Go Full Seller Ahead of August 3 Trade Deadline
The New York Mets shifted into full sell mode ahead of the August 3 trade deadline, making most of their roster available to prospective buyers. Sitting at 41-58 and 16 games behind the first-place Atlanta Braves in the NL East, the Mets have informed other clubs they are ready to deal. Exceptions include star outfielder Juan Soto, young outfielders Carson Benge and A.J. Ewing, and starting pitchers Christian Scott and Nolan McLean. Shortstop Francisco Lindor is reportedly being discussed despite his full no-trade protection as a player with 10-and-5 rights. Lindor has hit .210 with five home runs this season, complicating any potential deal.
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Aaron Judge Still Sidelined with Fractured Rib; August Return His Best Case
New York Yankees superstar Aaron Judge remains sidelined with a fractured right rib and has not been cleared to resume baseball activities, with August his best-case scenario for a return. The latest re-imaging showed some progress in healing, per Judge, but the rib is not fully healed and further imaging is required before upper-body workouts can begin. Judge has been out since early June and has not taken any swings. He said he remains confident he will play again this season. The Yankees (54-43), two games behind the first-place Tampa Bay Rays, are awaiting their three-time MVP to bolster a lineup that has remained competitive without him.
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Rangers Rally from Five-Run Hole to Down Braves 7-6
The Texas Rangers rallied from a five-run deficit to defeat the Atlanta Braves 7-6 at Truist Park on Saturday. Brandon Nimmo delivered a two-run single in the sixth inning to give Texas the lead, finishing with three RBI. Evan Carter hit a two-run homer off Tyler Kinley to tie the game at 5-5 before Nimmo's go-ahead knock. MacKenzie Gore (6-8) allowed five earned runs in 5 2/3 innings but improved his record, and Jacob Latz earned his 19th save. Owen Murphy, making his first major league start, lasted 2 2/3 innings for Atlanta. The Braves (56-41) posted 19 hits in Friday's 15-1 series-opening win.
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Brewers Beat Marlins 8-6 to Maintain Six-Game Lead in NL Central
The Milwaukee Brewers defeated the Miami Marlins 8-6 at American Family Field on Saturday, maintaining their commanding lead atop the NL Central. Starter S. Drohan allowed three earned runs on five hits in six innings while striking out nine to improve to 5-3. Outfielder Jackson Chourio went 1-for-3 with two RBI and two runs scored. T. Megill recorded his 15th save. The Brewers (61-37) lead the NL Central by six games over the second-place Chicago Cubs and own one of the best records in the majors. Miami (52-47) has now lost five consecutive games despite being third in the NL East.
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Luzardo Deals as Phillies Top Reeling Mets 6-1
The Philadelphia Phillies defeated the New York Mets 6-1 at Citizens Bank Park on Saturday, with left-hander Jesus Luzardo limiting New York to two hits and one run over five innings while striking out seven. Luzardo improved to 9-4. Shortstop Trea Turner went 3-for-4 with a home run, three runs scored, and one RBI for Philadelphia. The Mets (41-58) committed three errors and sit 16 games behind Atlanta in the NL East. Mets starter Sean Manaea (2-5, 4.74 ERA) took the loss. New York officially entered sell mode this week ahead of the August 3 trade deadline as the team's struggles continue.
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American League
AL East
1. Tampa Bay Rays — 56–41
2. New York Yankees — 54–43, 2 GB
3. Boston Red Sox — 49–48, 7 GB
4. Baltimore Orioles — 48–51, 9 GB
5. Toronto Blue Jays — 46–52, 10.5 GB
AL Central
1. Chicago White Sox — 51–46
2. Cleveland Guardians — 52–47, 0 GB
3. Minnesota Twins — 49–50, 3 GB
4. Detroit Tigers — 46–52, 5.5 GB
5. Kansas City Royals — 40–59, 12 GB
AL West
1. Texas Rangers — 50–48
2. Seattle Mariners — 49–50, 1.5 GB
3. Houston Astros — 47–53, 4 GB
4. Athletics — 42–56, 8 GB
5. Los Angeles Angels — 38–61, 12.5 GB
National League
NL East
1. Atlanta Braves — 56–41
2. Philadelphia Phillies — 55–44, 2 GB
3. Miami Marlins — 52–47, 5 GB
4. Washington Nationals — 49–50, 8 GB
5. New York Mets — 41–58, 16 GB
NL Central
1. Milwaukee Brewers — 61–37
2. Chicago Cubs — 55–43, 6 GB
3. St. Louis Cardinals — 51–46, 9.5 GB
4. Pittsburgh Pirates — 51–48, 10.5 GB
5. Cincinnati Reds — 44–53, 16.5 GB
NL West
1. Los Angeles Dodgers — 62–36
2. Arizona Diamondbacks — 50–48, 12 GB
3. San Diego Padres — 48–50, 14 GB
4. San Francisco Giants — 42–56, 20 GB
5. Colorado Rockies — 40–60, 23 GB
Curated by JD · samwise.agency
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