MLB news, Thursday, July 9, 2026

14 full Posterior articles, with the original source linked.

  1. Mike Trout activated from IL by Angels, homers in first game back

    The Angels activated Mike Trout from the injured list; he homered in his first game back, with the All-Star Game now in view.

    Source · MLB.com

  2. Cole Ragans out for UCL surgery, a season-ending blow for the Royals

    Cole Ragans is reportedly headed for UCL surgery in a significant season-ending injury, per the MLB Trade Rumors Podcast.

    Source · MLB Trade Rumors

  3. Justin Verlander reportedly retiring at the end of the 2026 season

    Verlander revealed his plans in a statement tied to his All-Star "legend pick" selection, citing physical and mental challenges as the signal his time had come.

    Source · MLB Trade Rumors

  4. Red Sox place Ranger Suárez on 15-day IL with left groin strain

    Boston placed Suárez on the 15-day IL retroactive to July 6 with a left adductor strain; Brett Harris was recalled from Triple-A Worcester to fill the roster spot.

    Source · MLB Trade Rumors

  5. Jordan Walker named 5th participant in 2026 Home Run Derby field

    MLB.com reports Cardinals OF Jordan Walker is the fifth participant in the 2026 Home Run Derby, with three spots in the field still to be filled.

    Source · MLB.com

  6. Ranger Suarez placed on 15-day IL with left groin strain

    The Red Sox placed Suarez on the 15-day IL retroactive to July 6; per Yahoo Sports, his earliest return would come in the second series after the All-Star break.

    Source · Yahoo Sports

  7. Six teams identified as likely trade deadline sellers, per FanGraphs RosterResource chat

    FanGraphs' RosterResource chat flagged CIN, COL, KCR, LAA, NYM, and SFG as probable sellers heading into the 2026 trade deadline.

    Source · FanGraphs

  8. NL East team reportedly eyeing Sonny Gray ahead of trade deadline

    An unidentified NL East club is reportedly targeting Sonny Gray as a trade candidate, per CBS Sports, with no deal in place.

    Source · CBS Sports

  9. NL East team reportedly targeting Sonny Gray ahead of trade deadline

    An unidentified NL East club is reportedly interested in Gray as a trade target, per CBS Sports, with the deadline less than a month away.

    Source · CBS Sports

  10. Foster Griffin is Washington's most effective pitcher in 2026 and a trade deadline target

    After three seasons in Japan and nearly four years away from MLB, Foster Griffin has become the Nationals' best pitcher in 2026, drawing trade deadline interest, per Yahoo Sports.

    Source · Yahoo Sports

  11. MLB ball change and summer heat could combine to lift home run rates

    A mid-2025 manufacturing change has reportedly reduced drag on the baseball enough to add roughly five feet to batted ball distance, with warmer summer air expected to amplify the effect.

    Source · Yahoo Sports

  12. Tigers recall Eduardo Valencia, designate Jahmai Jones amid Dingler hand concern

    Detroit recalled catcher/first baseman Eduardo Valencia and designated outfielder Jahmai Jones after Dillon Dingler took a foul ball off his hand; X-rays negative, may miss a day or two.

    Source · MLB Trade Rumors

  13. Braves re-sign Carlos Carrasco to minor league deal for the sixth time this season

    Carlos Carrasco has reportedly re-signed with Atlanta on a minor league deal after his latest DFA, a waiver run, and an election of free agency, per MLB.com transaction data.

    Source · MLB Trade Rumors

  14. Angels sign Pablo Reyes to minor league deal, assign him to Triple-A Salt Lake

    The Angels reportedly signed infielder/outfielder Pablo Reyes to a minor league deal after the Padres released him last week; he has been assigned to Triple-A Salt Lake.

    Source · MLB Trade Rumors