July 22, 2026: Daily Starter Chart for Fantasy Baseball
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Jul 23, 2026
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Chicago White Sox to Honor Negro Leagues Legends with Double Duty Classic
The Chicago White Sox will host the Double Duty Classic at Rate Field, a free showcase honoring Black baseball pioneers and featuring top high school players from across the country.
Jul 23, 2026
Hamilton Honors Baseball Legend Joe Nuxhall with Inaugural Community Day
On July 25, Hamilton will host a community day at the newly renamed Joe Nuxhall Baseball Fields, featuring historic games, music and tributes to the beloved broadcaster.
Jul 23, 2026
LSU Baseball Eyes 2027 with Deep Roster and Drafted Lineups
A snake draft by the author and his partner Zach Nunez highlights the depth of LSU’s 2027 baseball squad, sparking excitement about the team’s prospects.
Jul 23, 2026
LSU Baseball Eyes 2027 with Deep Talent Pool
Coach Jay Johnson’s program blends top prospects, transfers and returning players, as a Geaux Deep Dive draft showcases two competitive lineups and the excitement surrounding LSU’s future.
Jul 23, 2026
Alabama Baseball Set for 2027 Round Rock Classic
Alabama’s baseball team will join Texas Tech, Texas State and Louisiana Tech in the 2027 Round Rock College Baseball Classic, a three‑day event at Dell Diamond in Round Rock, Texas, from Feb. 26‑28.
Jul 23, 2026
Kansas Baseball Honored with ABCA Team Academic Excellence Award for 2025-26
The Jayhawks earned the American Baseball Coaches Association’s academic honor with a 3.26 cumulative GPA, joining eight other program milestones.
Jul 23, 2026
Western Michigan Baseball Earns Ninth Consecutive ABCA Academic Excellence Award
The Broncos’ baseball program continues its academic dominance, posting a 3.57 GPA for the 2025-26 year and securing a record number of academic accolades.
Jul 23, 2026
Record‑breaking ratings light up baseball’s prime time
The Dodgers‑Yankees and Yankees‑Red Sox games topped viewership charts in fifteen years, with Jazz Chisholm Jr.’s decisive homer driving a 4.6‑million peak.
Jul 23, 2026
Notre Dame Baseball Receives ABCA Academic Excellence Award
The University of Notre Dame’s baseball program has been honored with the American Baseball Coaches Association’s Team Academic Excellence Award for the 2025‑26 academic year, highlighting a tradition of scholarly achievement.
Jul 23, 2026
Indiana State Baseball Announces Annual Golf Outing to Support NIL Fund
The Sycamores are teeing up for a charitable golf outing on August 13, with all proceeds earmarked for the Indiana State Baseball NIL Fund. Sponsorship opportunities, lunch, and online registration are now available.
Jul 23, 2026
UTRGV Baseball Team Receives ABCA Academic Excellence Award
UTRGV’s baseball program has been awarded the American Baseball Coaches Association’s Team Academic Excellence Award for 2025‑26, reflecting a 3.40 cumulative GPA and joining almost 500 teams recognized for scholarly achievement.
Jul 23, 2026
Nationals Eye Bullpen Reinforcements as Trade Deadline Looms
With a 5.30 ERA and 27 blown saves, the Washington Nationals are exploring trade options to shore up their relief corps before the postseason push.
Jul 23, 2026
Eastern Michigan Baseball Earns ABCA Academic Award
The Eagles’ baseball team captured the ABCA Team Academic Award for the 2025‑26 season, posting a 3.545 cumulative GPA and earning multiple academic all‑district selections, including pitcher John Carmichael.
Jul 23, 2026
Union Baseball Secures 11th Straight ABCA Academic Excellence Award
The Union College baseball team captured its eleventh consecutive ABCA Team Academic Excellence Award for 2026, maintaining a 3.00 GPA while achieving notable on‑field results and academic recognitions.
Jul 23, 2026
MacKenzie Gore’s Trade: A Mixed Start with the Rangers and a Promising Return for the Nationals
The January deal that sent MacKenzie Gore to Texas has produced uneven results on the mound, but the Nationals are banking on a handful of emerging talents to shape their future.
Jul 23, 2026
Realmuto’s Ninth-Inning Blunder Hands Dodgers Series Tie
A costly base-running error by JT Realmuto in the ninth inning sparked fan outrage and allowed the Dodgers to knot the series, setting up a pivotal finale between Eric Lauer and Aaron Nola.
Jul 23, 2026
St. Olaf Baseball Secures Seventh Straight ABCA Academic Excellence Award
St. Olaf baseball earns its seventh consecutive ABCA Academic Excellence Award with a 3.54 team GPA, joining 196 Division III programs honored for academic excellence.
Jul 23, 2026
Chapulines Take the Field: How Toasted Grasshoppers Became a Seattle Mariners Sensation
Toasted grasshoppers, a traditional Mexican snack, have become a surprising hit at Seattle Mariners games, selling hundreds of thousands of servings and sparking a broader conversation about sustainable eating.
Jul 23, 2026
MLB Rehab Updates: Players Eyeing August Returns After Injury Setbacks
Recent rehab assignments highlight a wave of players working toward full health, with several expected to rejoin their clubs before the trade deadline and beyond.
Jul 23, 2026
Valparaiso Baseball Earns ABCA Academic Excellence Award for Eighth Consecutive Year
Valparaiso University’s baseball program has been awarded the 2025‑2026 ABCA Team Academic Excellence Award for the eighth straight season, highlighting its commitment to academic achievement alongside athletic success.
Jul 23, 2026
Rutgers Baseball Duo Drafted in 2026 MLB Draft
Two Scarlet Knights were selected on day two of the 2026 MLB Draft, continuing a streak of professional talent production that stretches back five seasons.
Jul 23, 2026
Washington College Baseball Earns National Academic Honor
The American Baseball Coaches Association honored the Washington College baseball program with its Team Academic Excellence Award for the 2025‑26 academic year, highlighting a team GPA above 3.0 and placement among seven Centennial Conference awardees.
Jul 23, 2026
Franklin & Marshall Baseball Earns ABCA Academic Excellence Award for Tenth Consecutive Year
The Franklin & Marshall baseball team has been honored with the American Baseball Coaches Association’s Team Academic Excellence Award for the tenth straight season, posting a 3.36 GPA and celebrating multiple academic recognitions.
Jul 23, 2026