Willson Contreras Earns AL All-Star Nod After Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Withdrawal

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Willson Contreras Earns AL All-Star Nod After Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Withdrawal

Willson Contreras has been added to the American League All-Star roster after Vladimir Guerrero Jr. withdrew because of a lower back injury. Contreras earns a deserved first AL All-Star selection after producing one of baseball’s best seasons at first base, rewarding his outstanding offensive production and consistent impact before the Midsummer Classic in Philadelphia.

By Abhay Aggarwal

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Junior Caminero and Ben Rice headline the early Home Run Derby field with two of baseball’s brightest young power bats. Caminero is hitting .284 with 26 homers, 56 RBI and a .928 OPS for the Rays, while Rice is batting .267 with 25 homers, 57 RBI and a .925 OPS for the Yankees. Both add serious juice to July’s showcase.

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Konnor Griffin Suffers Torn Finger Tendon as Pirates Weigh Rehab Decision

Konnor Griffin has a torn tendon in his left ring finger, creating another setback for Pittsburgh. He can continue playing through the injury, but rehab remains the likely option and would sideline him for about a month. Griffin has been a bright spot in his rookie season, batting .270 with five home runs, 25 RBIs and 14 stolen bases.

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Jacob Misiorowski Brings MLB's Lowest ERA Into Brewers Doubleheader

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Jacob Misiorowski Brings MLB's Lowest ERA Into Brewers Doubleheader

Jacob Misiorowski opens Milwaukee’s doubleheader against St. Louis carrying MLB’s only qualifying ERA below 2.00. The rookie has dominated hitters with elite command and swing-and-miss stuff, giving the Brewers another opportunity to strengthen their division position. Milwaukee will lean on its breakout starter to keep rolling before the All-Star break and extend its impressive summer surge.

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Braves Reunite With Rowdy Tellez on New Minor League Deal

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Braves Reunite With Rowdy Tellez on New Minor League Deal

Rowdy Tellez's short stay with Atlanta has ended after the veteran first baseman elected free agency following an outright assignment to Triple-A Gwinnett. Tellez batted .200 with one home run and four RBI across seven games for the Braves in 2026. Atlanta had designated him for assignment to clear a roster spot before his departure.

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Fifteen Games, Plenty at Stake Across Tuesday's MLB Slate

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Fifteen Games, Plenty at Stake Across Tuesday's MLB Slate

A full 15-game MLB schedule headlines Tuesday with the Yankees trying to build momentum against the AL East-leading Rays. The Brewers and Cardinals play a doubleheader, while the Royals visit the Mets after Monday's rout. The Braves meet the Pirates, the Dodgers host the Rockies, and several division races continue tightening before the All-Star break.

By Abhay Aggarwal

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