Both teams are battling for supremacy in the NL East, so this one's sure to be a nail-biter. The Mets have been red-hot lately, but the Braves aren't about to roll over.
At 1:00 PM ET, the Washington Nationals welcome the Pittsburgh Pirates. The Nats are looking to build on their recent success, while the Pirates are hoping to pull off an upset. It's a tough ask for Pittsburgh, but they've shown they can compete with anyone on their day.
The Baltimore Orioles head to Cincinnati to face the Reds at 1:05 PM ET. The O's have been struggling recently, but they'll be hoping to turn things around against a Reds team that's been inconsistent this season.
In the afternoon, we've got some interleague action with the Minnesota Twins visiting the Yankees at 1:35 PM ET. The Bombers have been on fire lately, but the Twins are no pushovers. Expect a high-scoring affair in the Bronx.
The Chicago White Sox travel to Cleveland to face the Guardians at 2:00 PM ET. Both teams have been up and down this season, so it's anyone's guess who'll come out on top. But one thing's for sure - it's gonna be a close one.
Stick around as we head to Wrigley Field for the St. Louis Cardinals versus the Chicago Cubs at 2:30 PM ET. The Cards have been playing great baseball lately, but the Cubbies aren't about to let them walk away with an easy win. This one could go either way.
The Phillies face off against the Kansas City Royals at 3:00 PM ET in a game that could go either way. The Phils have been solid this season, but the Royals have shown they can compete with anyone. Expect a tight contest.
At 3:30 PM ET, we've got two teams struggling to find their form as the Detroit Tigers take on the Texas Rangers. Both teams are fighting for a spot in the playoffs, so this one's crucial. It's anyone's guess who'll come out on top, but expect some fireworks.
The Tampa Bay Rays head to Houston to face the Astros at 3:30 PM ET. The Rays have been playing great baseball lately, but the Astros are a tough nut to crack. This one could go either way, but it's sure to be a close contest.
In Arizona, the Milwaukee Brewers take on the Diamondbacks at 4:00 PM ET. The Brew Crew have been playing great baseball lately, but the D-Backs are no pushovers. Expect a high-scoring affair in the desert.
The San Francisco Giants head to Colorado to face the Rockies at 4:00 PM ET. The Giants have been struggling recently, but they'll be hoping to turn things around against a Rockies team that's been inconsistent this season.
The Miami Marlins travel to Oakland to face the Athletics at 4:30 PM ET. The A's have been playing great baseball lately, but the Marlins are no pushovers. Expect a close contest in the Bay Area.
At 5:00 PM ET, we've got an interleague matchup as the Toronto Blue Jays take on the Seattle Mariners. The Jays have been playing great baseball lately, but the M's are no pushovers. Expect a high-scoring affair in the Emerald City.
The San Diego Padres travel to Los Angeles to face the Dodgers at 7:20 PM ET. The Pads have been struggling recently, but they'll be hoping to turn things around against a Dodgers team that's been dominating this season. It's gonna be a tough ask, but stranger things have happened.
Finally, we've got an interleague matchup as the Boston Red Sox take on the Angels at 9:30 PM ET. The Sox have been playing great baseball lately, but the Angels are no pushovers. Expect a high-scoring affair in Anaheim.
So there you have it - a full slate of MLB action to keep you entertained on Sunday. Buckle up and enjoy the ride!
Today's MLB Slate
- New York Mets @ Atlanta Braves (12:30 PM ET)
- Pittsburgh Pirates @ Washington Nationals (1:00 PM ET)
- Baltimore Orioles @ Cincinnati Reds (1:05 PM ET)
- Minnesota Twins @ New York Yankees (1:35 PM ET)
- Chicago White Sox @ Cleveland Guardians (2:00 PM ET)
- St. Louis Cardinals @ Chicago Cubs (2:30 PM ET)
- Philadelphia Phillies @ Kansas City Royals (3:00 PM ET)
- Detroit Tigers @ Texas Rangers (3:30 PM ET)
- Tampa Bay Rays @ Houston Astros (3:30 PM ET)
- Milwaukee Brewers @ Arizona Diamondbacks (4:00 PM ET)
- San Francisco Giants @ Colorado Rockies (4:00 PM ET)
- Miami Marlins @ Athletics (4:30 PM ET)
- Toronto Blue Jays @ Seattle Mariners (5:00 PM ET)
- San Diego Padres @ Los Angeles Dodgers (7:20 PM ET)
- Boston Red Sox @ Los Angeles Angels (9:30 PM ET)
Matchup Breakdown
New York Mets @ Atlanta Braves — 12:30 PM ET
Mets and Braves collide in a battle of division leaders, with both teams boasting strong pitching and potent offenses. The Mets aim to extend their lead while the Braves seek revenge for an earlier loss.
H2H LAST 5 (New York Mets vs Atlanta Braves)Atlanta Braves 3-2 | Avg margin: +1.2
Jul 04: W vs New York Mets 14-3 (+11) | Jul 03: W vs New York Mets 5-3 (+2) | Jun 14: L @ New York Mets 1-8 (-7) | Jun 13: W @ New York Mets 3-1 (+2) | Jun 12: L @ New York Mets 5-7 (-2)
ATLANTA BRAVES LAST 53-2 | Avg score: 6-5 | Avg margin: +1.8
Jul 04: W vs New York Mets 14-3 (+11) | Jul 03: W vs New York Mets 5-3 (+2) | Jul 02: L vs St. Louis Cardinals 5-11 (-6) | Jul 01: W vs St. Louis Cardinals 5-1 (+4) | Jun 30: L vs St. Louis Cardinals 3-5 (-2)
NEW YORK METS LAST 51-4 | Avg score: 3-6 | Avg margin: -3.4
Jul 04: L @ Atlanta Braves 3-14 (-11) | Jul 03: L @ Atlanta Braves 3-5 (-2) | Jul 01: L @ Toronto Blue Jays 3-9 (-6) | Jun 30: W @ Toronto Blue Jays 3-0 (+3) | Jun 29: L @ Toronto Blue Jays 1-2 (-1)
ATLANTA BRAVES RECENT STATS3.1 PPG (L10) | 4.2 allowed (L10) | -1.1 diff | 3-7 L10
NEW YORK METS RECENT STATS3.2 PPG (L10) | 4.9 allowed (L10) | -1.7 diff | 2-8 L10
INJURIES — Atlanta BravesHa-Seong Kim (10-Day-IL — Inflammation, return: 2026-07-11); AJ Smith-Shawver (60-Day-IL — Surgery, return: 2026-07-28); Ronald Acuna Jr. (10-Day-IL — Strain, return: 2026-07-17); Spencer Schwellenbach (60-Day-IL — Surgery, return: 2026-08-25); Robert Suarez (15-Day-IL — Inflammation, return: 2026-07-20); Spencer Strider (60-Day-IL — Inflammation, return: 2026-08-25); Sean Murphy (60-Day-IL — Fracture, return: 2026-07-17); Joe Jimenez (60-Day-IL — Surgery, return: 2026-08-01); Joey Wentz (60-Day-IL — Surgery, return: 2027-02-01)
INJURIES — New York MetsLuis Robert Jr. (60-Day-IL — Not Specified, return: 2026-07-16); Marcus Semien (10-Day-IL — Strain, return: 2026-08-01); Clay Holmes (60-Day-IL — Fracture, return: 2026-07-27); Jorge Polanco (60-Day-IL — Inflammation, return: 2026-07-07); Dedniel Nunez (60-Day-IL — Surgery, return: 2026-07-24); Reed Garrett (60-Day-IL — Surgery, return: 2027-02-01); Justin Hagenman (60-Day-IL — Fracture, return: 2026-07-17); Tylor Megill (60-Day-IL — Surgery, return: 2027-02-01)
RANKINGS (last 10g)Atlanta Braves: #25, score: 24.1, L10: 3-7, ATS: 33% | New York Mets: #28, score: 15.6, L10: 2-8, ATS: 60%
Pittsburgh Pirates @ Washington Nationals — 1:00 PM ET
Nationals host Pirates as Washington looks to bounce back from a recent slump. Pittsburgh, on the other hand, hopes to build on their momentum after a surprising win streak. This matchup could swing either way in a tight NL race.
H2H LAST 5 (Pittsburgh Pirates vs Washington Nationals)Washington Nationals 3-2 | Avg margin: -0.4
Jul 04: L vs Pittsburgh Pirates 1-7 (-6) | Jul 03: W vs Pittsburgh Pirates 9-5 (+4) | Apr 16: W @ Pittsburgh Pirates 8-7 (+1) | Apr 15: L @ Pittsburgh Pirates 0-2 (-2) | Apr 14: W @ Pittsburgh Pirates 5-4 (+1)
WASHINGTON NATIONALS LAST 53-2 | Avg score: 6-4 | Avg margin: +2.0
Jul 04: L vs Pittsburgh Pirates 1-7 (-6) | Jul 03: W vs Pittsburgh Pirates 9-5 (+4) | Jul 01: W @ Boston Red Sox 10-2 (+8) | Jun 30: W @ Boston Red Sox 8-1 (+7) | Jun 29: L @ Boston Red Sox 3-6 (-3)
PITTSBURGH PIRATES LAST 52-3 | Avg score: 5-6 | Avg margin: -1.0
Jul 04: W @ Washington Nationals 7-1 (+6) | Jul 03: L @ Washington Nationals 5-9 (-4) | Jul 02: W @ Philadelphia Phillies 6-1 (+5) | Jul 01: L @ Philadelphia Phillies 6-10 (-4) | Jun 30: L @ Philadelphia Phillies 0-8 (-8)
WASHINGTON NATIONALS RECENT STATS5.9 PPG (L10) | 5.3 allowed (L10) | +0.6 diff | 5-5 L10
PITTSBURGH PIRATES RECENT STATS6.4 PPG (L10) | 5.6 allowed (L10) | +0.8 diff | 5-5 L10
INJURIES — Washington NationalsMitchell Parker (60-Day-IL — Sprain, return: 2027-09-01); Richard Lovelady (15-Day-IL — Strain, return: 2026-07-17); Trevor Williams (60-Day-IL — Surgery, return: 2026-07-29); Jake Irvin (15-Day-IL — Strain, return: 2026-07-17); DJ Herz (60-Day-IL — Strain, return: 2026-08-15); Ken Waldichuk (60-Day-IL — Surgery, return: 2027-06-01); Josiah Gray (60-Day-IL — Strain, return: 2026-08-01)
INJURIES — Pittsburgh PiratesEvan Sisk (15-Day-IL — Inflammation, return: 2026-07-17); Spencer Horwitz (10-Day-IL — Strain, return: 2026-07-17); Oneil Cruz (10-Day-IL — Fracture, return: 2026-07-17)
RANKINGS (last 10g)Washington Nationals: #11, score: 53.8, L10: 5-5, ATS: 50% | Pittsburgh Pirates: #16, score: 48.9, L10: 5-5, ATS: 56%
Baltimore Orioles @ Cincinnati Reds — 1:05 PM ET
Orioles travel to Reds in a clash of struggling teams. Both squads are grappling with inconsistency and searching for answers. Fans will be watching closely as both teams try to avoid falling too far behind.
H2H LAST 5 (Baltimore Orioles vs Cincinnati Reds)Cincinnati Reds 2-3 | Avg margin: +3.4
Jul 04: L vs Baltimore Orioles 5-8 (-3) | Jul 03: L vs Baltimore Orioles 0-3 (-3) | Apr 20, 2025: W @ Baltimore Orioles 24-2 (+22) | Apr 19, 2025: L @ Baltimore Orioles 5-9 (-4) | Apr 18, 2025: W @ Baltimore Orioles 8-3 (+5)
CINCINNATI REDS LAST 51-4 | Avg score: 3-5 | Avg margin: -1.6
Jul 04: L vs Baltimore Orioles 5-8 (-3) | Jul 03: L vs Baltimore Orioles 0-3 (-3) | Jul 02: W @ Milwaukee Brewers 7-2 (+5) | Jul 01: L @ Milwaukee Brewers 2-4 (-2) | Jun 30: L @ Milwaukee Brewers 2-7 (-5)
BALTIMORE ORIOLES LAST 53-2 | Avg score: 4-5 | Avg margin: -0.2
Jul 04: W @ Cincinnati Reds 8-5 (+3) | Jul 03: W @ Cincinnati Reds 3-0 (+3) | Jul 01: W vs Chicago White Sox 6-1 (+5) | Jun 30: L vs Chicago White Sox 3-9 (-6) | Jun 29: L vs Chicago White Sox 2-8 (-6)
CINCINNATI REDS RECENT STATS3.8 PPG (L10) | 4.9 allowed (L10) | -1.1 diff | 3-7 L10
BALTIMORE ORIOLES RECENT STATS3.7 PPG (L10) | 4.2 allowed (L10) | -0.5 diff | 4-6 L10
INJURIES — Cincinnati RedsKe'Bryan Hayes (10-Day-IL — Not Specified, return: 2026-07-17); Graham Ashcraft (60-Day-IL — Sprain, return: 2026-08-01); Dane Myers (10-Day-IL — Bruise, return: 2026-07-17); Brandon Williamson (60-Day-IL — Soreness, return: 2026-08-01); Blake Dunn (10-Day-IL — Sprain, return: 2026-07-07); Tony Santillan (15-Day-IL — Strain, return: 2026-08-01)
INJURIES — Baltimore OriolesRyan Helsley (15-Day-IL — Inflammation, return: 2026-07-17); Keegan Akin (15-Day-IL — Soreness, return: 2026-07-17); Yaramil Hiraldo (60-Day-IL — Inflammation, return: 2026-07-17); Felix Bautista (60-Day-IL — Surgery, return: 2026-09-07); Colin Selby (60-Day-IL — Inflammation, return: 2026-08-01); Chris Bassitt (15-Day-IL — Surgery, return: 2026-07-31); Ryan Mountcastle (60-Day-IL — Fracture, return: 2026-07-07); Jordan Westburg (60-Day-IL — Surgery, return: 2027-03-01); Zach Eflin (60-Day-IL — Surgery, return: 2027-07-01)
RANKINGS (last 10g)Cincinnati Reds: #26, score: 23.6, L10: 3-7, ATS: 38% | Baltimore Orioles: #21, score: 35.1, L10: 4-6, ATS: 50%
Minnesota Twins @ New York Yankees — 1:35 PM ET
Twins take on Yankees in an AL East showdown, with Minnesota looking to keep pace after a strong start to the season. The Yankees, meanwhile, aim to regain their form following a disappointing stretch. This game could have major implications for the division standings.
H2H LAST 5 (Minnesota Twins vs New York Yankees)New York Yankees 3-2 | Avg margin: -1.0
Jul 04: L vs Minnesota Twins 4-11 (-7) | Jul 03: W vs Minnesota Twins 5-2 (+3) | Sep 17, 2025: W @ Minnesota Twins 10-5 (+5) | Sep 16, 2025: W @ Minnesota Twins 10-9 (+1) | Sep 15, 2025: L @ Minnesota Twins 0-7 (-7)
NEW YORK YANKEES LAST 51-4 | Avg score: 3-7 | Avg margin: -3.6
Jul 04: L vs Minnesota Twins 4-11 (-7) | Jul 03: W vs Minnesota Twins 5-2 (+3) | Jul 01: L vs Detroit Tigers 2-6 (-4) | Jun 30: L vs Detroit Tigers 3-9 (-6) | Jun 29: L vs Detroit Tigers 3-7 (-4)
MINNESOTA TWINS LAST 53-2 | Avg score: 6-4 | Avg margin: +1.6
Jul 04: W @ New York Yankees 11-4 (+7) | Jul 03: L @ New York Yankees 2-5 (-3) | Jul 01: W @ Houston Astros 8-3 (+5) | Jun 30: L @ Houston Astros 4-6 (-2) | Jun 29: W @ Houston Astros 5-4 (+1)
NEW YORK YANKEES RECENT STATS3.0 PPG (L10) | 5.0 allowed (L10) | -2.0 diff | 3-7 L10
MINNESOTA TWINS RECENT STATS4.3 PPG (L10) | 5.4 allowed (L10) | -1.1 diff | 4-6 L10
INJURIES — New York YankeesCarlos Rodon (15-Day-IL — Inflammation, return: 2026-07-19); Max Fried (15-Day-IL — Bruise, return: 2026-07-24); Giancarlo Stanton (10-Day-IL — Strain, return: 2026-07-17); Aaron Judge (10-Day-IL — Fracture, return: 2026-08-03); Clarke Schmidt (60-Day-IL — Surgery, return: 2026-08-01)
INJURIES — Minnesota TwinsZebby Matthews (Day-To-Day — Laceration, return: 2026-07-10); Ryan Jeffers (10-Day-IL — Surgery, return: 2026-07-10); Anthony Banda (15-Day-IL — Strain, return: 2026-09-01); Bailey Ober (15-Day-IL — Strain, return: 2026-07-09); Mick Abel (15-Day-IL — Surgery, return: 2026-09-01); Garrett Acton (60-Day-IL — Strain, return: 2026-07-17); Cole Sands (15-Day-IL — Strain, return: 2026-07-11); David Festa (60-Day-IL — Pinched Nerve, return: 2026-07-24); Pablo Lopez (60-Day-IL — Surgery, return: 2027-04-01)
RANKINGS (last 10g)New York Yankees: #29, score: 15.3, L10: 3-7, ATS: 22% | Minnesota Twins: #20, score: 37.1, L10: 4-6, ATS: 44%
Chicago White Sox @ Cleveland Guardians — 2:00 PM ET
White Sox and Guardians meet in a matchup of two powerful AL Central teams. Chicago is looking to build on their recent winning streak, while Cleveland hopes to rebound from a tough loss. Both clubs are eager to establish dominance in the division.
H2H LAST 5 (Chicago White Sox vs Cleveland Guardians)Cleveland Guardians 3-2 | Avg margin: +0.0
Jul 04: L vs Chicago White Sox 1-3 (-2) | Jul 03: W vs Chicago White Sox 4-3 (+1) | Jul 02: W vs Chicago White Sox 6-5 (+1) | Jun 24: W @ Chicago White Sox 4-3 (+1) | Jun 23: L @ Chicago White Sox 1-2 (-1)
CLEVELAND GUARDIANS LAST 53-2 | Avg score: 4-4 | Avg margin: +0.6
Jul 04: L vs Chicago White Sox 1-3 (-2) | Jul 03: W vs Chicago White Sox 4-3 (+1) | Jul 02: W vs Chicago White Sox 6-5 (+1) | Jul 01: W vs Texas Rangers 9-4 (+5) | Jun 30: L vs Texas Rangers 2-4 (-2)
CHICAGO WHITE SOX LAST 52-3 | Avg score: 4-4 | Avg margin: +0.2
Jul 04: W @ Cleveland Guardians 3-1 (+2) | Jul 03: L @ Cleveland Guardians 3-4 (-1) | Jul 02: L @ Cleveland Guardians 5-6 (-1) | Jul 01: L @ Baltimore Orioles 1-6 (-5) | Jun 30: W @ Baltimore Orioles 9-3 (+6)
CLEVELAND GUARDIANS RECENT STATS4.0 PPG (L10) | 3.8 allowed (L10) | +0.2 diff | 6-4 L10
CHICAGO WHITE SOX RECENT STATS5.9 PPG (L10) | 3.3 allowed (L10) | +2.6 diff | 5-5 L10
INJURIES — Cleveland GuardiansJose Ramirez (10-Day-IL — Surgery, return: 2026-07-24); Angel Martinez (10-Day-IL — Fracture, return: 2026-07-17)
INJURIES — Chicago White SoxMunetaka Murakami (10-Day-IL — Strain, return: 2026-07-07); Everson Pereira (7-Day IL — Concussion, return: 2026-07-07); Tyler Gilbert (15-Day-IL — Pinched Nerve, return: 2026-07-07); Austin Hays (60-Day-IL — Strain, return: 2026-07-07); Jordan Leasure (60-Day-IL — Strain, return: 2026-07-28); Ky Bush (60-Day-IL — Surgery, return: 2026-07-17); Drew Thorpe (60-Day-IL — Surgery, return: 2026-07-11); Prelander Berroa (60-Day-IL — Surgery, return: 2026-07-17); Mike Vasil (60-Day-IL — Surgery, return: 2027-07-01); Tanner Murray (60-Day-IL — Surgery, return: 2026-09-01); Brooks Baldwin (60-Day-IL — Surgery, return: 2027-02-01)
RANKINGS (last 10g)Cleveland Guardians: #10, score: 54.8, L10: 6-4, ATS: 50% | Chicago White Sox: #8, score: 55.1, L10: 5-5, ATS: 56%
St. Louis Cardinals @ Chicago Cubs — 2:30 PM ET
Cardinals face Cubs in an interleague battle between rival teams. St. Louis aims to maintain their momentum after a strong start to the season, while Chicago seeks to find consistency following a rocky beginning. This game promises tension and excitement.
H2H LAST 5 (St. Louis Cardinals vs Chicago Cubs)Chicago Cubs 2-3 | Avg margin: -2.8
Jul 03: L vs St. Louis Cardinals 1-17 (-16) | May 31: L @ St. Louis Cardinals 1-5 (-4) | May 30: W @ St. Louis Cardinals 6-1 (+5) | May 29: L @ St. Louis Cardinals 5-6 (-1) | Sep 28, 2025: W vs St. Louis Cardinals 2-0 (+2)
CHICAGO CUBS LAST 54-1 | Avg score: 8-6 | Avg margin: +1.6
Jul 03: L vs St. Louis Cardinals 1-17 (-16) | Jul 01: W vs San Diego Padres 23-3 (+20) | Jun 30: W vs San Diego Padres 9-7 (+2) | Jun 29: W vs San Diego Padres 3-2 (+1) | Jun 28: W @ Milwaukee Brewers 4-3 (+1)
ST. LOUIS CARDINALS LAST 54-1 | Avg score: 7-3 | Avg margin: +4.2
Jul 03: W @ Chicago Cubs 17-1 (+16) | Jul 02: W @ Atlanta Braves 11-5 (+6) | Jul 01: L @ Atlanta Braves 1-5 (-4) | Jun 30: W @ Atlanta Braves 5-3 (+2) | Jun 28: W vs Miami Marlins 2-1 (+1)
CHICAGO CUBS RECENT STATS7.4 PPG (L10) | 5.1 allowed (L10) | +2.3 diff | 8-2 L10
ST. LOUIS CARDINALS RECENT STATS4.7 PPG (L10) | 3.9 allowed (L10) | +0.8 diff | 5-5 L10
INJURIES — Chicago CubsMatt Shaw (10-Day-IL — Sprain, return: 2026-07-17); Edward Cabrera (15-Day-IL — Strain, return: 2026-07-27); Jameson Taillon (15-Day-IL — Strain, return: 2026-07-11); Ethan Roberts (15-Day-IL — Strain, return: 2026-07-17); Daniel Palencia (15-Day-IL — Tendinitis, return: 2026-07-21); Hoby Milner (15-Day-IL — Surgery, return: 2026-07-27); Phil Maton (15-Day-IL — Tendinitis, return: 2026-07-11); Ben Brown (15-Day-IL — Strain, return: 2026-08-21); Justin Steele (60-Day-IL — Surgery, return: 2027-02-01); Riley Martin (15-Day-IL — Strain, return: 2026-07-07); Hunter Harvey (60-Day-IL — Inflammation, return: 2026-07-07); Porter Hodge (60-Day-IL — Surgery, return: 2027-05-01); Shelby Miller (60-Day-IL — Surgery, return: 2026-09-15); Cade Horton (60-Day-IL — Surgery, return: 2027-08-01); Tyler Austin (60-Day-IL — Surgery, return: 2026-07-17)
INJURIES — St. Louis CardinalsDustin May (Day-To-Day — Bruise, return: 2026-07-07); Ramon Urias (60-Day-IL — Tendinitis, return: 2026-07-24)
RANKINGS (last 10g)Chicago Cubs: #3, score: 82.6, L10: 8-2, ATS: 60% | St. Louis Cardinals: #13, score: 51.4, L10: 5-5, ATS: 44%
Philadelphia Phillies @ Kansas City Royals — 3:00 PM ET
Phillies visit Royals in a clash of teams with high expectations but mixed results so far. Philadelphia is searching for answers after a sluggish start, while Kansas City looks to build on their recent success. Both squads will be fighting hard for a much-needed victory.
H2H LAST 5 (Philadelphia Phillies vs Kansas City Royals)Kansas City Royals 1-4 | Avg margin: -2.8
Jul 04: L vs Philadelphia Phillies 1-6 (-5) | Sep 14, 2025: W @ Philadelphia Phillies 10-3 (+7) | Sep 13, 2025: L @ Philadelphia Phillies 6-8 (-2) | Sep 12, 2025: L @ Philadelphia Phillies 2-8 (-6) | Aug 25, 2024: L vs Philadelphia Phillies 3-11 (-8)
KANSAS CITY ROYALS LAST 51-4 | Avg score: 2-6 | Avg margin: -3.4
Jul 04: L vs Philadelphia Phillies 1-6 (-5) | Jul 02: L vs Tampa Bay Rays 2-5 (-3) | Jul 01: L vs Tampa Bay Rays 0-4 (-4) | Jun 30: L vs Tampa Bay Rays 4-10 (-6) | Jun 28: W @ Chicago White Sox 5-4 (+1)
PHILADELPHIA PHILLIES LAST 53-2 | Avg score: 6-5 | Avg margin: +1.6
Jul 04: W @ Kansas City Royals 6-1 (+5) | Jul 02: L vs Pittsburgh Pirates 1-6 (-5) | Jul 01: W vs Pittsburgh Pirates 10-6 (+4) | Jun 30: W vs Pittsburgh Pirates 8-0 (+8) | Jun 29: L vs Pittsburgh Pirates 7-11 (-4)
KANSAS CITY ROYALS RECENT STATS3.2 PPG (L10) | 7.1 allowed (L10) | -3.9 diff | 3-7 L10
PHILADELPHIA PHILLIES RECENT STATS6.4 PPG (L10) | 5.2 allowed (L10) | +1.2 diff | 7-3 L10
INJURIES — Kansas City RoyalsKris Bubic (60-Day-IL — Soreness, return: 2026-07-28); Cole Ragans (60-Day-IL — Surgery, return: 2027-08-02); Carlos Estevez (60-Day-IL — Strain, return: 2026-07-17); Connor Seabold (15-Day-IL — Strain, return: 2026-07-28); Kyle Isbel (10-Day-IL — Plantar Fasciitis, return: 2026-07-17); Vinnie Pasquantino (10-Day-IL — Surgery, return: 2026-07-17); Jonathan India (60-Day-IL — Surgery, return: 2027-02-01); James McArthur (60-Day-IL — Surgery, return: 2026-08-01); Alec Marsh (60-Day-IL — Surgery, return: 2027-02-01)
INJURIES — Philadelphia PhilliesBrad Keller (15-Day-IL — Tendinitis, return: 2026-07-07); Johan Rojas (60-Day-IL — Surgery, return: 2027-02-01); Adolis Garcia (60-Day-IL — Surgery, return: 2027-02-01)
RANKINGS (last 10g)Kansas City Royals: #30, score: 13.0, L10: 3-7, ATS: 44% | Philadelphia Phillies: #5, score: 65.8, L10: 7-3, ATS: 40%
Detroit Tigers @ Texas Rangers — 3:30 PM ET
Tigers head to Rangers in a matchup between two teams looking to turn things around. Detroit is struggling mightily, while Texas has shown signs of life after a slow start. This game could provide a spark for either team as they fight to climb out of the basement.
H2H LAST 5 (Detroit Tigers vs Texas Rangers)Texas Rangers 2-3 | Avg margin: -1.2
Jul 04: L vs Detroit Tigers 0-3 (-3) | Jul 02: W vs Detroit Tigers 10-4 (+6) | May 03: L @ Detroit Tigers 1-7 (-6) | May 02: L @ Detroit Tigers 1-5 (-4) | May 01: W @ Detroit Tigers 5-4 (+1)
TEXAS RANGERS LAST 53-2 | Avg score: 5-4 | Avg margin: +0.6
Jul 04: L vs Detroit Tigers 0-3 (-3) | Jul 02: W vs Detroit Tigers 10-4 (+6) | Jul 01: L @ Cleveland Guardians 4-9 (-5) | Jun 30: W @ Cleveland Guardians 4-2 (+2) | Jun 29: W @ Cleveland Guardians 6-3 (+3)
DETROIT TIGERS LAST 54-1 | Avg score: 6-4 | Avg margin: +2.2
Jul 04: W @ Texas Rangers 3-0 (+3) | Jul 02: L @ Texas Rangers 4-10 (-6) | Jul 01: W @ New York Yankees 6-2 (+4) | Jun 30: W @ New York Yankees 9-3 (+6) | Jun 29: W @ New York Yankees 7-3 (+4)
TEXAS RANGERS RECENT STATS5.1 PPG (L10) | 4.3 allowed (L10) | +0.8 diff | 7-3 L10
DETROIT TIGERS RECENT STATS5.1 PPG (L10) | 4.3 allowed (L10) | +0.8 diff | 4-6 L10
INJURIES — Texas RangersJakob Junis (15-Day-IL — Pinched Nerve, return: 2026-07-17); Jalen Beeks (15-Day-IL — Surgery, return: 2027-02-01); Corey Seager (10-Day-IL — Inflammation, return: 2026-07-17); Jordan Montgomery (60-Day-IL — Surgery, return: 2026-07-24); Wyatt Langford (10-Day-IL — Strain, return: 2026-07-17); Cody Freeman (10-Day-IL — Not Specified, return: 2026-07-07); Jack Leiter (15-Day-IL — Surgery, return: 2026-08-03); Danny Jansen (10-Day-IL — Strain, return: 2026-07-07); Michael Helman (60-Day-IL — Fracture, return: 2026-08-20); Carter Baumler (60-Day-IL — Strain, return: 2026-07-09); Cody Bradford (60-Day-IL — Surgery, return: 2026-07-25)
INJURIES — Detroit TigersWill Vest (15-Day-IL — Inflammation, return: 2026-07-17); Jackson Jobe (60-Day-IL — Surgery, return: 2026-08-15); Wenceel Perez (60-Day-IL — Fracture, return: 2026-08-16); Parker Meadows (60-Day-IL — Surgery, return: 2026-07-20); Burch Smith (60-Day-IL — Inflammation, return: 2026-07-21); Gleyber Torres (10-Day-IL — Strain, return: 2026-07-17); Justin Verlander (60-Day-IL — Strain, return: 2026-07-08); Javier Baez (60-Day-IL — Sprain, return: 2026-07-17); Trey Sweeney (60-Day-IL — Surgery, return: 2027-02-01); Brant Hurter (60-Day-IL — Inflammation, return: 2026-07-23); Bailey Horn (60-Day-IL — Surgery, return: 2026-07-11); Reese Olson (60-Day-IL — Surgery, return: 2027-03-01)
RANKINGS (last 10g)Texas Rangers: #4, score: 70.9, L10: 7-3, ATS: 56% | Detroit Tigers: #17, score: 47.9, L10: 4-6, ATS: 62%
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Tampa Bay Rays @ Houston Astros — 3:30 PM ET
Rays and Astros square off in a tight AL race, with both teams boasting strong pitching and potent offenses. The winner could gain an advantage in the division standings.
TAMPA BAY RAYS LAST 32-1 | Avg score: 5-4 | Avg margin: +1.0
Jul 04: L @ Houston Astros 8-10 (-2) | Jul 03: W @ Houston Astros 3-1 (+2) | Jul 02: W @ Kansas City Royals 5-2 (+3)
HOUSTON ASTROS LAST 31-2 | Avg score: 5-6 | Avg margin: -1.7
Jul 04: W vs Tampa Bay Rays 10-8 (+2) | Jul 03: L vs Tampa Bay Rays 1-3 (-2) | Jul 01: L vs Minnesota Twins 3-8 (-5)
Milwaukee Brewers @ Arizona Diamondbacks — 4:00 PM ET
Brewers face Diamondbacks in a matchup of two NL Central contenders. Milwaukee aims to build on their recent success, while Arizona looks to rebound from a tough loss. This game promises excitement.
MILWAUKEE BREWERS LAST 32-1 | Avg score: 4-4 | Avg margin: +0.0
Jul 03: W @ Arizona Diamondbacks 7-4 (+3) | Jul 02: L vs Cincinnati Reds 2-7 (-5) | Jul 01: W vs Cincinnati Reds 4-2 (+2)
ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS LAST 31-2 | Avg score: 5-5 | Avg margin: +0.3
Jul 03: L vs Milwaukee Brewers 4-7 (-3) | Jul 01: L vs San Francisco Giants 4-6 (-2) | Jun 30: W vs San Francisco Giants 8-2 (+6)
San Francisco Giants @ Colorado Rockies — 4:00 PM ET
Giants take on Rockies in an interleague battle between rival teams. San Francisco seeks to maintain their momentum after a strong start to the season, while Colorado hopes to find consistency following a rocky beginning. Tension and drama are guaranteed.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS LAST 32-1 | Avg score: 5-8 | Avg margin: -2.7
Jul 04: W @ Colorado Rockies 6-4 (+2) | Jul 03: L @ Colorado Rockies 3-15 (-12) | Jul 01: W @ Arizona Diamondbacks 6-4 (+2)
COLORADO ROCKIES LAST 32-1 | Avg score: 11-4 | Avg margin: +6.7
Jul 04: L vs San Francisco Giants 4-6 (-2) | Jul 03: W vs San Francisco Giants 15-3 (+12) | Jul 02: W vs Miami Marlins 14-4 (+10)
Miami Marlins @ Athletics — 4:30 PM ET
Marlins head to Athletics in a clash of two struggling teams. Both squads are grappling with inconsistency and searching for answers. Fans will be watching closely as both teams try to avoid falling too far behind.
MIAMI MARLINS LAST 31-2 | Avg score: 6-8 | Avg margin: -2.0
Jul 03: W @ Athletics 12-5 (+7) | Jul 02: L @ Colorado Rockies 4-14 (-10) | Jul 01: L @ Colorado Rockies 3-6 (-3)
ATHLETICS LAST 31-2 | Avg score: 5-7 | Avg margin: -2.3
Jul 03: L vs Miami Marlins 5-12 (-7) | Jul 01: W vs Los Angeles Dodgers 7-1 (+6) | Jun 30: L vs Los Angeles Dodgers 3-9 (-6)
Toronto Blue Jays @ Seattle Mariners — 5:00 PM ET
Blue Jays visit Mariners in an AL West showdown, with Toronto looking to keep pace after a strong start to the season. The Mariners, meanwhile, aim to regain their form following a disappointing stretch. This game could have major implications for the division standings.
TORONTO BLUE JAYS LAST 32-1 | Avg score: 4-5 | Avg margin: -1.0
Jul 04: L @ Seattle Mariners 0-11 (-11) | Jul 03: W @ Seattle Mariners 2-0 (+2) | Jul 01: W vs New York Mets 9-3 (+6)
SEATTLE MARINERS LAST 32-1 | Avg score: 4-1 | Avg margin: +3.3
Jul 04: W vs Toronto Blue Jays 11-0 (+11) | Jul 03: L vs Toronto Blue Jays 0-2 (-2) | Jul 02: W vs Los Angeles Angels 1-0 (+1)
Final Word
As we wrap up today's MLB article on Sunday, there are 15 exciting games to look forward to. One matchup that stands out is the New York Mets facing off against the Atlanta Braves. With both teams boasting strong pitching and potent offenses, this game promises to be a tight contest in the NL East race. The winner could gain an advantage in the division standings, so it's definitely worth tuning in for. Let's enjoy the games and see who comes out on top!
