Overview
- The Boston Red Sox extended their winning streak to 11 games and climbed back to .500 at 48-48 after sweeping a Friday doubleheader against the Tampa Bay Rays.
- The Los Angeles Dodgers opened the second half with a 2-1 win over the New York Yankees, led by a strong start from Rōki Sasaki and a go-ahead two‑run homer from Max Muncy.
- Red Sox interim manager Chad Tracy said lefthander Ranger Suárez, sidelined with a left groin strain, is throwing and could be ready to rejoin the rotation next week if he responds well to more work.
- The Yankees received imaging that showed Aaron Judge's fractured right rib is healing but not healed enough for baseball activity, and Judge says he still expects to play this season.
- Trade chatter is increasing with the Aug. 3 deadline approaching, including reported interest in Nationals first baseman Luis García Jr., while wildfire smoke has already forced stadium roof closures and at least one postponement that complicates short‑term planning.