Red Sox match 1946 record with 15th consecutive win
Red Sox match 1946 record with 15-game winning streak; Chapman ties saves record.
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Kyle Bradish records first start after signing $90 million five-year contract
Kyle Bradish, 29, made his first start after agreeing to a $90 million, five-year contract for 2027-31 on Saturday. Bradish pitched six innings of one-run ball, allowing four hits with four strikeouts and a walk. His record improved to 7-9 with the victory.
Red Sox's 15-game winning streak ended by Orioles 5-1
The Baltimore Orioles defeated the Boston Red Sox 5-1 in the second game of a doubleheader on Wednesday, ending Boston's franchise record-tying 15-game winning streak. It was Boston's first loss since July 1. The Red Sox had won the first game of the doubleheader 6-3 to match the club's 80-year-old record set by the 1946 team led by Ted Williams.
Red Sox 15-game winning streak longest in majors since 2021
Boston's 2026 winning streak of 15 consecutive games was the longest in Major League Baseball since the St. Louis Cardinals won 15 straight in September 2021.
Royals have second-worst record in American League
The Kansas City Royals maintain a record of 42-60, giving them the second-worst record in the American League and the third-worst in Major League Baseball. The team is not in playoff contention heading into the trade deadline.
Royals select Andrew Velazquez to roster, transfer Stephen Kolek to 60-day IL
The Royals selected infielder Andrew Velazquez's contract from Triple-A Omaha to fill the roster spot vacated by Witt's injured list placement. Simultaneously, the team transferred pitcher Stephen Kolek from the 15-day injured list to the 60-day injured list due to a right flexor strain. Velazquez, 32, has played 275 major league games and has 1,500 innings of experience at shortstop.
Bobby Witt Jr. signed 14-year contract with Royals in 2024
In 2024, shortstop Bobby Witt Jr., who was selected second overall in the 2019 MLB Draft, signed a 14-year contract with the Kansas City Royals that included 11 years guaranteed.
Royals' entire opening day infield on injured list
The Kansas City Royals have had their entire starting infield from opening day placed on the injured list this season. Maikel Garcia is currently on the IL with a left hand muscle strain, Vinnie Pasquantino recently returned from a thumb injury, and Jonathan India is out for the season due to left shoulder surgery. Additionally, Bobby Witt Jr. and pitcher Stephen Kolek have been placed on injured lists.
Bobby Witt Jr. leads American League in wins above replacement
Despite playing for a last-place team, shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. leads the American League in wins above replacement (WAR) with nearly five WAR already this season. He is slashing .279/.350/.450 with 13 home runs and has stolen 30 bases in 35 attempts while maintaining elite shortstop defense.
Bobby Witt Jr. placed on 10-day injured list with lower back tightness
Kansas City Royals shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. was placed on the 10-day injured list due to lower back tightness. Witt exited Monday's game early because of the injury after missing Sunday's game entirely. The 26-year-old All-Star has not been provided with a recovery timetable. This is the first injured list placement of Witt's career.
Red Sox pitcher Jake Bennett takes liner to stomach but continues playing
Red Sox rookie left-hander Jake Bennett was struck by a 102.8 mph line drive off the stomach from batter Taylor Ward in the fifth inning. After being checked by a trainer, interim manager Chad Tracy, and first baseman Willson Contreras, Bennett remained in the game and worked 5 2/3 innings total, allowing three runs on nine hits.
Boston Red Sox achieve 15th consecutive victory, matching 1946 club record
The Boston Red Sox won their 15th straight game, defeating the Baltimore Orioles 6-3 in the opener of a split doubleheader. This victory matched the longest winning streak in franchise history, previously set by the 1946 American League champion team led by future Hall of Famer Ted Williams.
Aroldis Chapman ties Dennis Eckersley's career saves record
Relief pitcher Aroldis Chapman earned his 23rd save of the season and 390th of his career, tying Hall of Famer Dennis Eckersley for ninth all-time in career saves.
Jac Caglianone competing in 2026 MLB All-Star Home Run Derby
Jac Caglianone, a 23-year-old right fielder for the Kansas City Royals, competed in the 2026 T-Mobile Home Run Derby during Major League Baseball's All-Star festivities the week prior to his injury.
Jac Caglianone exits game with right shoulder soreness
Kansas City Royals right fielder Jac Caglianone was removed from Tuesday's game against the San Francisco Giants in the sixth inning due to right shoulder soreness. The injury occurred when Caglianone attempted a diving catch on a fly ball hit by Giants catcher Jesus Rodriguez in the fifth inning. He completed the fifth inning but was replaced defensively in the sixth. Caglianone was 1-for-2 with a strikeout before exiting. He will undergo further evaluation and possibly imaging to determine the severity of the injury.
Royals continue dealing with multiple player injuries
The Kansas City Royals are managing numerous injuries this season. In addition to Jac Caglianone's shoulder soreness on Tuesday, shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. was replaced on Monday due to low back tightness and is day-to-day. The team is also without All-Star trio Cole Ragans, Kris Bubic, and Carlos Estévez. Stephen Kolek requires a second opinion for a right flexor strain, and Kyle Isbel is on a rehab assignment in Triple-A Omaha.
Mariners infielder J.P. Crawford scratched from lineup with wrist soreness
Seattle Mariners infielder J.P. Crawford was scratched from the lineup shortly before Monday's game against Cincinnati. The team reported Crawford is day-to-day with wrist soreness.
Rodriguez records run-scoring single in Mariners victory over Reds
Julio Rodriguez hit a chopper between third and short that Reds shortstop Elly De La Cruz backhanded. De La Cruz double-clutched before throwing to first baseman Sal Stewart, but the throw went wild and struck Rodriguez. Rodriguez was credited with a run-scoring single that broke a scoreless tie, contributing to the Mariners' 8-0 home victory over the Cincinnati Reds.
Rodriguez returns to Mariners lineup after concussion-related absence
Julio Rodriguez returned to the Seattle Mariners lineup on Saturday after being on the 7-day concussion list since July 2, when he was hit in the back of the helmet by a throw while sliding into second base. In his first three games back, Rodriguez was 2-for-11 with two RBIs.
Julio Rodriguez exits Mariners game after being struck by errant throw
Seattle Mariners center fielder Julio Rodriguez left Monday's game against the Cincinnati Reds after five innings after being hit in the left leg by an errant throw from Reds shortstop Elly De La Cruz. The throw occurred while Rodriguez was running out a run-scoring infield single. Manager Dan Wilson deemed the exit a precautionary measure and confirmed Rodriguez did not sustain an injury.
Yankees score most runs in home game since June 17
The New York Yankees scored 8 runs against the Pittsburgh Pirates on July 21, their highest-scoring home game since a 10-5 victory over the Chicago White Sox on June 17, 2026. The Yankees improved to 3 wins in their past 12 home games.
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Caglianone advances to All-Star Home Run Derby spotlight
Caglianone selected for 2026 All-Star Home Run Derby competition.
Caglianone joins growing Royals injury list with shoulder soreness
Royals suffer another injury blow as Caglianone exits with shoulder soreness.
Rodriguez sidelined after errant throw as Mariners face mounting injury concerns
Rodriguez exits game after errant throw injury; Mariners face mounting health concerns.
Chisholm powers Yankees past Pirates with two-homer game
Chisholm's two-homer game leads Yankees past Pirates with season-high home scoring.
Giants pitcher Trevor McDonald exits game with undisclosed injury
Giants pitcher Trevor McDonald exits game with undisclosed injury.
Witt exits game with back tightness as Royals navigate injury challenges
All-Star Bobby Witt Jr. exits with back tightness amid Royals' injury crisis.
Red Sox extend winning streak to 12 with comeback victory over Rays
Red Sox win 12th straight, comeback 7-6 over Rays with Abreu's go-ahead homer.
Tigers shut out Angels as Detroit extends winning streak to 11 of 14
Tigers beat Angels 7-0, extending their hot streak as Detroit wins 11 of last 14 games.
Phillies acquire White Sox outfielder Hill amid roster adjustments
Phillies trade for White Sox outfielder Derek Hill to address roster depth amid García's injury.