MLB Weekly Highlights: 2026-07-24 to 2026-07-30

Chris Sale anchored the week with a dominant outing, highlighted by his best game of 6.0 IP, 0 ER against the New York Mets in a 1-0 Atlanta Braves victory. Across two starts he posted 12.0 IP with 18 strikeouts and zero earned runs, allowing just 4 hits and no walks. The veteran left-hander showed elite command and swing-and-miss stuff, keeping opponents off balance throughout. His performance underscores a strong projection of 2.81 ERA over 188 IP with 220 strikeouts, positioning him as a top fantasy asset despite the prospect tag.

Pete Crow-Armstrong delivered a power-packed week, highlighted by a 4-for-5, 1 HR, 3 RBI performance versus the Pittsburgh Pirates in an 11-0 Chicago Cubs win. Over seven games he hit .323 with a 1.210 OPS, including five doubles and three home runs while adding a stolen base. The center fielder drove in eight runs and scored five times, showing plus plate discipline with three walks. His strong projection of 128.7 wRC+ and 27 home runs with 32 steals signals a breakout campaign ahead.

Munetaka Murakami powered through the week, capped by a 3-for-5, 2 HR, 6 RBI masterpiece against the Houston Astros in a 12-3 Chicago White Sox victory. In seven games he posted a .321 average and 1.139 OPS with three home runs and eight runs scored. Five walks helped him reach base consistently despite nine strikeouts. His outlook of 138.3 wRC+ and 34 home runs suggests significant power production in the coming seasons.

Noah Cameron turned in a scoreless week, highlighted by his best game of 8.0 IP and 0 ER versus the Minnesota Twins. Across 15 innings he allowed just three hits while striking out 15, showcasing strong command despite five walks. The outing helped the Kansas City Royals in a 4-3 result. With a projected 4.24 ERA over 172 innings and 154 strikeouts, Cameron looks poised for a solid rotation role.

CJ Abrams sparked the Nationals’ offense, highlighted by a 3-for-5, 2 HR, 3 RBI showing against the Arizona Diamondbacks in a 10-7 win. Over seven games he hit .333 with a 1.104 OPS, three home runs, and three stolen bases while scoring six runs. The shortstop’s speed and power combination stands out, aligning with his 120.1 wRC+ projection and 22 home runs plus 28 steals expected.

Sal Stewart heated up at the plate, highlighted by a 2-for-3, 1 HR, 3 RBI effort versus the Cleveland Guardians. In eight games he batted .370 with a 1.077 OPS, two home runs, and two steals while driving in nine runs. Six walks helped offset ten strikeouts. His 128.1 wRC+ projection and 26 home runs with 12 steals point to a promising power-speed profile at first base.

Sean Burke dominated with swing-and-miss stuff, highlighted by 6.0 IP, 0 ER against the New York Yankees in a 2-1 Chicago White Sox win. Over 12 innings he struck out 20 while allowing just seven hits and two earned runs. The right-hander’s 4.06 ERA projection over 163 innings with 166 strikeouts suggests continued growth in the rotation.

Cam Schlittler delivered a near-flawless week on the mound, highlighted by his best game of 7.1 IP, 0 ER versus the Philadelphia Phillies in a 1-0 New York Yankees victory. Across 13.2 innings he posted 20 strikeouts and allowed only five hits and one earned run with one walk. The outing demonstrated outstanding control and dominance that could translate into future rotation opportunities.

Dominic Canzone provided consistent power, highlighted by a 2-for-4, 2 HR, 3 RBI performance against the Los Angeles Dodgers in a 7-6 Seattle Mariners win. Over seven games he hit .296 with a 1.107 OPS, three doubles, and three home runs while driving in nine runs. His 116.0 wRC+ projection and 27 home runs indicate steady outfield production potential.

Tarik Skubal remained a strikeout machine, highlighted by 7.1 IP, 1 ER against the Kansas City Royals in a 2-1 Detroit Tigers win. In 14 innings he recorded 18 strikeouts while allowing eight hits and four earned runs. The left-hander’s elite 2.65 ERA projection over 193 innings with 229 strikeouts and 1.02 WHIP cements his status as an ace.

In his best game, Elly De La Cruz went 3-for-4 with 0 HR and 1 RBI against the Pittsburgh Pirates as the Cincinnati Reds won 3-2. Over the week the shortstop delivered speed and contact, stealing 4 bases while posting an .895 OPS across 8 games. Three doubles and a homer helped him score 7 runs, and his 4 walks showed plate discipline amid 12 strikeouts. The multi-category outburst reinforced his top-prospect standing with strong on-base and power production.

In his best game, Dylan Cease threw 9.0 IP with 0 ER against the Boston Red Sox as the Toronto Blue Jays won 6-0. The lone start of the week featured elite strikeout stuff with 12 K’s and just one hit allowed. Three walks were the only blemish on an otherwise dominant shutout effort that kept his ERA projection in the low 3.00s while showcasing swing-and-miss dominance.

In his best game, Rafael Devers went 3-for-4 with 1 HR and 4 RBI against the Los Angeles Angels as the San Francisco Giants won 9-2. Across seven games the DH slugged two homers and drove in eight runs while posting a 1.035 OPS. Four walks helped him reach base consistently, and his power surge provided key production despite a modest hit total.

In his best game, James Wood went 2-for-4 with 2 HR and 3 RBI against the Arizona Diamondbacks as the Washington Nationals won 10-7. The outfielder combined power and patience over seven games, launching two homers, stealing two bases, and drawing eight walks. His .980 OPS reflected strong extra-base production and on-base skills that continue to elevate his prospect profile.

In his best game, Jeremy Peña went 2-for-4 with 2 HR and 2 RBI against the Chicago White Sox as the Chicago White Sox won 12-3 over Houston Astros. In six games the shortstop hit three homers and posted a 1.103 OPS while scoring eight runs. Eleven hits in 29 at-bats underscored a hot streak even as strikeouts remained elevated.

In his best game, Jacob Misiorowski threw 5.0 IP with 1 ER against the Colorado Rockies as the Milwaukee Brewers won 11-2. The single start delivered 12 strikeouts on just one hit allowed and zero walks. The dominant outing reinforced his elite strikeout rate and sub-3.00 ERA projection heading into the second half.

In his best game, Seiya Suzuki went 3-for-5 with 0 HR and 2 RBI against the St. Louis Cardinals as the Chicago Cubs won 10-2. Over seven games the DH collected seven RBI and five runs while drawing five walks. Two doubles and a homer helped produce an .822 OPS despite a modest batting average and elevated strikeouts.

In his best game, Brandon Lowe went 2-for-5 with 1 HR and 2 RBI against the Arizona Diamondbacks as the Arizona Diamondbacks won 8-7 over Pittsburgh Pirates. The second baseman hit .400 with a 1.204 OPS in six games, including three doubles and two homers. Five runs and five RBI highlighted a power-packed week.

In his best game, Luis García Jr. went 3-for-5 with 1 HR and 2 RBI against the Atlanta Braves as the Atlanta Braves won 5-4 over Washington Nationals. Across seven games the second baseman hit .357 with a 1.129 OPS, three doubles, and two homers while driving in six runs. Low strikeouts underscored his contact-oriented approach.

In his best game, Alex Bregman went 4-for-5 with 1 HR and 2 RBI against the St. Louis Cardinals as the Chicago Cubs won 7-3 over St. Louis Cardinals. The third baseman posted a 1.179 OPS in six games with six doubles and seven runs scored. Strong contact skills and extra-base production defined the hot streak.