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MLB Daily Digest – July 18, 2026

The latest MLB headlines, trade updates, game reaction, standings stories and talking points from across baseball.

Red Sox Sweep Doubleheader Against Rays to Extend Winning Streak to 11 Games

The Boston Red Sox swept a doubleheader against the Tampa Bay Rays, winning 10-0 and 5-3 to reach .500 for the first time since their second game. The 11-game streak is their longest since 2016.

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Max Muncy’s Two-Run Home Run Powers Dodgers to 2-1 Victory Over Yankees

Max Muncy hit a decisive two-run home run in the seventh inning off Gerrit Cole, rallying the Los Angeles Dodgers to a 2-1 win over the host New York Yankees at Yankee Stadium.

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Yankees Star Aaron Judge Still Not Cleared for Baseball Activities

New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge has not been cleared to resume baseball activities as his broken rib has not fully healed, delaying his return to the lineup.

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Trent Grisham Thrown Out at Plate as Yankees Fall to Dodgers

The New York Yankees fell short against the Los Angeles Dodgers as outfielder Trent Grisham was thrown out at the plate during a critical play, highlighting execution differences between the teams.

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Astros Suffer 3-2 Loss to Orioles After Late-Inning Blown Lead

The Houston Astros opened the second half of the season with a 3-2 loss to the Baltimore Orioles, blowing a late lead in front of a home crowd as the Orioles secured their fifth straight win.

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Mariners Hopeful Julio Rodriguez Will Return Saturday From Concussion

Seattle Mariners general manager Justin Hollander expressed optimism that center fielder Julio Rodriguez could return to the lineup on Saturday after recovering from a concussion.

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Roki Sasaki Shines on Mound as Dodgers Edge Yankees 2-1

Dodgers pitcher Roki Sasaki delivered a strong start, limiting the Yankees to five hits and one unearned run, while Max Muncy’s two-run homer and sharp defense secured a 2-1 victory for Los Angeles.

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Yankees Pitcher Max Fried Begins Minor-League Rehab Assignment

Recovering from a left elbow bone bruise, Yankees left-hander Max Fried threw 52 pitches over three innings in his first rehab start for Triple-A Scranton-Wilkes Barre, allowing two runs.

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Athletics Outfielder Brent Rooker Undergoes Season-Ending Knee Surgery

Oakland Athletics designated hitter and outfielder Brent Rooker underwent season-ending surgery on his left knee, marking a significant loss for the team’s lineup and clubhouse leadership.

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MLB Bans In-Game AI Dugout Software After Mets and Others Exploit Loophole

Major League Baseball has cracked down on dugout iPad usage, banning custom programs that provided AI-generated recommendations for in-game decisions, a loophole previously used by several teams.

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Dodgers Positioned to Pursue Tigers Ace Tarik Skubal via Trade

With a deep farm system, the Los Angeles Dodgers possess the valuable prospect assets required to potentially trade for Detroit Tigers ace Tarik Skubal ahead of the trade deadline.

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Pirates-Guardians Series Opener Postponed Due to Hazardous Air Quality

Friday’s game between the Cleveland Guardians and Pittsburgh Pirates was postponed due to poor air quality from wildfires. The teams will play a split doubleheader on Saturday.

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Former MLB Player Ron Hunt, Known for Hit-by-Pitch Record, Dies at 85

Ron Hunt, who set a modern-era Major League Baseball record by being hit by pitches 50 times in a single season with the Montreal Expos, has died at the age of 85.

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Carter Jensen’s Walk-Off Single Lifts Royals Over Padres in 10th Inning

Carter Jensen hit a decisive two-run single in the bottom of the 10th inning, capping a four-run rally to secure a thrilling 7-6 comeback victory for the Kansas City Royals over the Padres.

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Roki Sasaki Dominates Yankees With Career-Best Pitch Velocity

Dodgers pitcher Roki Sasaki threw 21 pitches at 100 mph or faster, allowing just one unearned run over 5 2/3 innings to lead Los Angeles to a 2-1 victory over the New York Yankees.

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