The preliminary rosters for the upcoming All-Star Futures Game have been announced by Major League Baseball, showcasing a remarkable lineup of talent. Standout names include Boston Red Sox shortstop Marcelo Mayer, San Diego Padres catcher Ethan Salas, Washington Nationals outfielder Dylan Crews, and Detroit Tigers outfielder Max Clark.

The Los Angeles Angels have hit a big problem with their starting pitcher, Patrick Sandoval. He needs Tommy John surgery, which is a serious operation. This surgery will fix a torn ligament in his elbow. It will take Sandoval a long time to get better, maybe up to 14 months. He might not be able to play again until 2026.

As injuries mount for the Los Angeles Dodgers, they are reportedly eyeing several players on the Chicago White Sox for potential trade-deadline acquisitions. Several sources say the Dodgers are looking at pitcher Garrett Crochet and outfielder Luis Robert Jr. as possible trades before the July 30 deadline. 

New York Mets pitcher Edwin Díaz will not appeal his 10-game suspension. He broke Major League Baseball's rules about using foreign substances. This decision was shared by Mets manager Carlos Mendoza on Tuesday. The Mets will play the New York Yankees at home in a two-game series.

This year’s MLB trade deadline is shaping up to be an unpredictable affair. With the addition of a third wild-card spot in each league, it's harder than ever to determine which teams will be buyers and which will be sellers, let alone the MLB Odds going forward. Let’s break down the current landscape, starting with the National League.