MLB Weekly Highlights: 2026-07-03 to 2026-07-09

Dylan Cease delivered a dominant performance in his best game of the week, tossing 8.0 IP with 0 ER against the San Francisco Giants as the Toronto Blue Jays won 10-0. Over the full week he made two starts, logging 15.0 IP while striking out 20 and allowing zero earned runs on just four hits. The right-hander issued only four walks, demonstrating sharp command and swing-and-miss stuff that kept opponents off balance. As a top prospect, Cease’s score of 54 reflects both the quality of his innings and the efficiency of his strikeout rate. His 0.00 ERA across the seven-day span underscores why scouts remain high on his long-term outlook.

Jesús Luzardo turned in his best outing with 7.0 IP of shutout ball against the Cincinnati Reds, helping the Philadelphia Phillies secure a 1-0 victory. Across two starts he totaled 13.0 IP, fanning 20 batters while surrendering just one earned run on six hits and two walks. The lefty’s ability to miss bats at a high clip continued to shine, posting a 13.8 K/9 rate for the week. Despite not factoring into any decisions, Luzardo’s score of 48 highlights the quality of his command and the limited hard contact he allowed. As a prospect still building innings, his 1.18 WHIP projection remains intact after this strong stretch.

Jordan Walker’s best game came when he went 1-for-2 with a homer and four RBI against the Chicago Cubs in a 6-4 Cardinals loss. Across eight games he hit .333 with a 1.219 OPS, collecting three doubles, three home runs, ten runs, and ten RBI. Walker added one stolen base and drew five walks while striking out only seven times. The young right fielder’s power-speed combination produced a score of 47 and reinforced his prospect pedigree. Even in a week that included mixed team results, his consistent extra-base production and plate discipline stood out.

James Wood delivered his best performance with a 1-for-2, one-homer, four-RBI night against the Houston Astros in a 12-11 Nationals win. In six games he posted a .333 average and 1.586 OPS, smashing three home runs and stealing two bases while scoring ten runs. Wood drew an impressive 11 walks against only two strikeouts, showcasing advanced plate discipline. His score of 47 reflects both the power and on-base skills that have scouts excited about his future. The left fielder’s ability to impact games in multiple ways defined a standout week.

Juan Soto’s best game featured a 2-for-4 night with a homer and two RBI against the Atlanta Braves in a 5-3 Mets loss. Over seven games he batted .333 with a 1.348 OPS, launching four home runs and driving in 11 runs. Soto walked nine times, stole one base, and scored six runs while striking out only five times. His elite on-base skills and power produced a score of 47 and reaffirmed his status among the game’s top hitters. The right fielder’s consistent production against quality pitching highlighted the week.

Ben Rice had his best game when he went 2-for-4 with two homers and five RBI against the Tampa Bay Rays in a 12-4 Yankees win. Across seven games he hit .346 with a 1.356 OPS, belting five home runs and driving in 11 runs. Rice scored six times and struck out only five times in 26 at-bats. His power surge produced a score of 44 and showcased the offensive upside that has prospect evaluators intrigued. The first baseman’s ability to deliver in the middle of the order stood out during the week.

Matt Olson’s best game was a 2-for-5, two-homer, three-RBI performance against the New York Mets in a 7-6 Braves loss. In seven games he batted .276 with a 1.226 OPS, hitting five home runs and scoring nine runs. Olson added two doubles and drove in six while walking four times. His power output earned a score of 44 and demonstrated the consistent production expected from the veteran first baseman. Even with a modest batting average, the extra-base hits and run scoring made for a strong week.

Michael Harris II posted his best game with a 3-for-5, one-homer, two-RBI outing against the New York Mets in a 14-3 Braves victory. Over seven games he hit .400 with a 1.057 OPS, collecting three doubles, two home runs, eight runs, and nine RBI. Harris stole one base and struck out nine times without drawing a walk. His contact-oriented approach and multi-hit games produced a score of 41 and highlighted his speed and gap power. The center fielder’s consistent presence on the bases and in the lineup defined his week.

Luis García Jr. had his best game when he went 2-for-4 with two homers and three RBI against the Pittsburgh Pirates in a 9-5 Nationals win. Across six games he batted .417 with a 1.420 OPS, hitting four home runs and stealing two bases. García scored six runs, drove in nine, and struck out only four times. His power and speed combination earned a score of 42 and signaled continued growth at the plate. The second baseman’s efficient production stood out during the week.

Otto Lopez delivered his best game with a 3-for-4, one-homer, three-RBI performance against the Athletics in a 9-8 Marlins win. In six games he hit .462 with a 1.385 OPS, collecting three doubles, two home runs, six runs, and eight RBI. Lopez stole one base, walked three times, and struck out only twice. His contact skills and extra-base production produced a score of 41 and highlighted his emerging offensive profile. The shortstop’s high batting average and low strikeout rate defined a productive week.

Carrigg delivered his best performance of the week with a 2-for-4 effort and 3 RBI in the Colorado Rockies’ 15-3 win over the San Francisco Giants. Across seven games he hit .360 with a 1.167 OPS, collecting three doubles, one homer, nine runs scored, and eight RBI. The prospect showed strong plate discipline with two walks against five strikeouts while adding consistent extra-base production. His hot streak highlighted an ability to drive the ball and contribute in multiple facets of the game, finishing the week with an impressive overall line that underscored his growing offensive impact.

Ewing posted his strongest outing with a 4-for-4 performance that included a homer and three RBI during the Kansas City Royals’ 16-12 victory over the New York Mets. In seven games overall he batted .333 with a 1.083 OPS, launching three home runs, stealing one base, and scoring eight runs. The prospect mixed power and speed while drawing two walks, showing the ability to impact games both at the plate and on the bases despite eight strikeouts. His multi-hit effort anchored a productive week that featured consistent extra-base hits and run production.

Devers highlighted his week by going 2-for-5 with two home runs and two RBI in the Colorado Rockies’ 7-6 win over the San Francisco Giants. Across seven games he hit .308 with a 1.112 OPS, belting three homers, drawing five walks, and scoring seven runs while striking out just three times. The prospect displayed excellent plate discipline and power, using a patient approach to reach base frequently and deliver extra-base production. His strong on-base skills and timely hitting stood out during a week that featured multiple multi-run contributions.

Stowers delivered his top performance with a 4-for-5 showing that included two home runs and three RBI in the Miami Marlins’ 12-5 victory over the Athletics. In five games he posted a .381 average and 1.344 OPS, crushing four homers while scoring six runs and driving in eight. The prospect showcased elite power in limited action, though he struck out seven times against one walk. His ability to deliver extra-base hits and run production in a small sample highlighted a breakout week focused on long balls and clutch hitting.

Hernández posted his best game with a 3-for-4 line that featured two home runs and two RBI during the Miami Marlins’ 9-8 win over the Athletics. Over six games he hit .389 with a 1.667 OPS, launching four homers, collecting two doubles, and drawing four walks against four strikeouts. The prospect combined power and patience to post elite rate stats, scoring four runs and driving in six while showing strong plate discipline. His week was defined by consistent extra-base production and an ability to impact the scoreboard in multiple contests.

O’Hearn turned in his signature performance by going 4-for-5 with three home runs and a career-highlight 10 RBI in the Pittsburgh Pirates’ 12-4 win over the Atlanta Braves. Across six games he batted .333 with a 1.116 OPS, hitting three homers, scoring six runs, and driving in 10 while drawing three walks against three strikeouts. The prospect delivered massive run production in a short span, using power to clear bases consistently. His week stood out for the combination of high RBI totals and efficient contact that maximized scoring opportunities.

Reynolds delivered his best effort with a 2-for-5 game that included a homer and two RBI in the Washington Nationals’ 9-5 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates. In six games he hit .292 with a 1.101 OPS, belting three home runs, stealing two bases, and scoring seven runs. The prospect combined power, speed, and on-base ability with four walks, showing versatility across the bases and in the batter’s box. His week featured timely hitting and extra-base production that helped generate consistent offense.

Turang enjoyed his top game by going 2-for-5 with a homer and two RBI in the Milwaukee Brewers’ 8-4 victory over the St. Louis Cardinals. Across seven games he batted .364 with a .958 OPS, collecting four doubles, one homer, and two steals while scoring five runs and driving in seven. The prospect delivered consistent contact and speed, using extra-base hits to set up scoring chances. His high hit total and multi-faceted contributions highlighted a productive week at the plate and on the bases.

Thomas posted his best performance with a 3-for-4 outing that produced four RBI during the Kansas City Royals’ 16-12 win over the New York Mets. In six games he hit .409 with a 1.409 OPS, collecting five doubles, two homers, six runs scored, and seven RBI while drawing four walks. The prospect combined high average with extra-base power and plate discipline, driving in runs consistently. His week was marked by strong contact rates and the ability to deliver key hits in high-scoring contests.

Wheeler turned in a dominant outing by tossing 7.0 innings with 14 strikeouts and just one earned run on four hits and zero walks in the Philadelphia Phillies’ 4-1 win over the Cincinnati Reds. In his lone start of the week the prospect showcased elite command and swing-and-miss stuff, limiting baserunners while missing bats at a high rate. The performance underscored his ability to dominate lineups with precision and velocity, finishing the week with one of the strongest single-game pitching lines of the period.