MLB news, Saturday, July 11, 2026
7 full Posterior articles, with the original source linked.
Ryan Jeffers returns to Twins lineup after nearly two months with fractured hamate bone
Twins catcher Ryan Jeffers is back in the active lineup after missing nearly two months with a fractured hamate bone, with the Yankees and Rays reportedly sending scouts to evaluate him.
Source · MLB Trade Rumors
Ranger Suarez lands on injured list, opening All-Star spot for Nick Martinez
Red Sox pitcher Ranger Suarez's IL placement opened an All-Star roster spot for Rays right-hander Nick Martinez, per Yahoo Sports — injury details unreported.
Source · Yahoo Sports
Hurston Waldrep optioned to Triple-A Gwinnett as Braves reinstate Tyler Kinley
Atlanta optioned right-hander Hurston Waldrep to Triple-A Gwinnett on Friday and reinstated lefty Tyler Kinley from the paternity list, per the club's announcement.
Source · Yahoo Sports
Red Sox enter All-Star break 1.5 games out of a playoff spot
Boston sits 1.5 games outside a wild card position heading into the break, per Yahoo Sports, despite not being considered a true contender.
Source · Yahoo Sports
Royals sign Vince Velasquez to minor league deal, assign him to Triple-A Omaha
Vince Velasquez reportedly joined Kansas City's organization on a minor league contract, heading to Triple-A Omaha after electing free agency from the Cubs, per his MLB.com profile page.
Source · MLB Trade Rumors
Braves place Mike Yastrzemski on 10-day IL with left elbow inflammation
Atlanta announced five roster moves headlined by Yastrzemski's IL placement; Owen Murphy and Brewer Hicklen were called up, and Jose Azocar cleared waivers and was outrighted to Triple-A Gwinnett.
Source · MLB Trade Rumors
Ryan Helsley expected to avoid elbow surgery after UCL inflammation diagnosis
Orioles closer Ryan Helsley has UCL inflammation but no ligament tear and is expected to avoid surgery, per manager Craig Albernaz — his second IL stint of the season.
Source · MLB Trade Rumors