Major League Baseball teams have made numerous roster moves and injury updates between July 6 and July 12, 2026, reflecting ongoing adjustments as the regular season progresses.

Injuries featured prominently across the league, with several players returning from or being placed on the injured list. Arizona Diamondbacks’ catcher James McCann was removed from the 10-day injured list (IL) on July 6 after recovering from a strained right quadriceps and was recalled from a rehab assignment in the minors. Similarly, Houston Astros shortstop Braden Shewmake was activated from the 10-day IL on the same day following a right adductor strain. The Boston Red Sox saw Patrick Sandoval come off the 60-day IL after recovering from left elbow surgery.

On the other hand, some teams reported new injuries. The Milwaukee Brewers transferred left fielder Brandon Lockridge to the 60-day IL due to a right knee laceration and contusion on July 7, while teammate third baseman David Hamilton was placed on the 10-day IL with a strained left hamstring. The Minnesota Twins placed center fielder Byron Buxton on the 10-day IL with a strained right hip. Other notable injuries included St. Louis Cardinals pitcher Max Rajcic, who was moved to the 60-day IL because of right elbow soreness, and New York Mets first baseman Mark Vientos, placed on the 10-day IL with a right hand fracture.

Several players began serving suspensions or returned from them, including Boston Red Sox designated hitter Nate Eaton, who started serving a suspension on July 7 and was reinstated on July 9. First baseman Willson Contreras of the Red Sox also began a suspension on July 9.

Teams actively adjusted their rosters through minor league call-ups, options, and signings. The Atlanta Braves purchased right fielder Jose Azocar from the minors on July 6 and then outrighted him back to the minors on July 11. The Braves also signed pitcher Carlos Carrasco to a minor league contract on July 9. The Philadelphia Phillies called up pitcher Max Lazar from the minors on July 7, while the Pittsburgh Pirates signed pitcher Yunior Marte to a contract to play in Japan’s Tohoku Rakuten Golden Eagles as of July 6.

Trade and contract moves included the Boston Red Sox acquiring pitcher Jack Anderson off waivers from the Minnesota Twins on July 11. The Chicago Cubs signed pitcher Josh Fleming to a minor league deal on July 6, whereas the Texas Rangers signed pitcher Vince Velasquez to a minor league contract on July 10. Additionally, Astros shortstop Braden Shewmake was traded to the Milwaukee Brewers for cash considerations on July 12.

Teams continued to manage their pitching staffs amid injuries and performance needs. The New York Mets placed pitcher Austin Warren on the 15-day IL July 8 with a strained right forearm, while the San Francisco Giants had pitcher Keaton Winn move from the 15-day IL and be recalled from minors rehab on July 11. The Washington Nationals placed pitcher Brad Lord on the 15-day IL for left side tightness on July 8 and transferred Jake Irvin to the 60-day IL due to a right shoulder strain on July 11.

Roster adjustments during this period were extensive, with frequent minor league call-ups and options reflecting teams’ efforts to maintain competitiveness despite injuries. For example, the Atlanta Braves recalled pitcher James Karinchak on July 7 and sent him back to the minors on July 11. Boston’s roster featured multiple additions and options, including calling up pitcher Eduardo Rivera on July 11 while sending Brett Harris back to the minors.

Overall, the transactions between July 6 and July 12 highlight the dynamic nature of MLB rosters during the season, as teams respond to player health, performance, and strategic requirements ahead of the trade deadline and postseason push.