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Shane McClanahan's Velocity Suddenly Dropped. What the Rays Know So Far

Rays pitcher Shane McClanahan left his start after a notable velocity decline, with current reports pointing to a possible back issue. That is not yet a confirmed long-term diagnosis or timetable.

Jul 30, 2026Read →02explainer

The MLB Trade Deadline Is Later This Year. Here Is the Exact Cutoff and Every Confirmed Deal

MLB's 2026 trade deadline is Monday, August 3 at 6 p.m. Eastern. Confirmed transactions should come from MLB's tracker or club announcements; rumor accounts are not completed trades.

Jul 30, 2026Read →03explainer

Rangers Acquire Logan O'Hoppe and Chase Silseth From Angels

The move targets two injured areas of the Rangers' roster, though O'Hoppe was optioned to Triple-A as Texas begins a development plan.

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