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Saturday, September 12

Cam Schlittler Builds Cy Young and AL MVP Case for Yankees

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Cam Schlittler is establishing himself as both the AL Cy Young favorite and a legitimate AL MVP candidate following another dominant performance for the New York Yankees. The 25-year-old right-hander tossed seven strong innings of one-run ball against the Colorado Rockies, pushing him to the AL lead in bWAR while ranking third in fWAR. Schlittler has served as the ultimate stabilizing force for New York, taking every turn in the rotation despite pervasive injuries across the pitching staff and lineup.

Carson Kelly Powers Cubs Offense in 12-2 Victory Over Pirates

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Carson Kelly delivered a marquee performance in the Chicago Cubs' 12-2 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates, earning Superhero status for his offensive impact. Kelly went 2-for-3 with a double, two RBIs, a run scored, and a hit-by-pitch. His crucial two-out, two-run double in the second inning provided the game's key WPA play and gave Chicago a lead they would not relinquish. The veteran catcher continues to be a steadying presence behind the plate as Chicago prepares for a postseason push.

Liam Doyle Concludes Strong First Pro Season with Springfield Cardinals

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Liam Doyle wrapped up his first professional season with the Double-A Springfield Cardinals on a dominant run. The left-hander posted a stellar 1.50 ERA with 52 strikeouts over 42 innings in his final eight starts, overcoming an initial slow start while developing his secondary pitches to pair with an electric fastball. On the year, Doyle maintained an elite 30 percent strikeout rate against a 12.5 percent walk rate in the hitter-friendly Texas League, establishing high upside for St. Louis.

Maikel Garcia Begins Rehab Assignment with Triple-A Omaha

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Maikel Garcia went 1-for-5 with an RBI as the designated hitter in his second rehab game with Triple-A Omaha on Friday. Garcia is recovering from a left hamstring strain after playing five innings at third base on Thursday. In a 2026 season impacted by injuries, the 26-year-old is slashing .269/.324/.385 with three home runs, 32 RBI, and five stolen bases in 73 games. Pending any setbacks, he could rejoin the Royals in the coming days.

Josue De Paula Called Up to Dodgers Active Roster

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The Los Angeles Dodgers promoted top prospect Josue De Paula to the active roster on Friday. To open a spot on the 40-man roster for the phenom, Los Angeles transferred left-handed pitcher Eric Lauer to the 60-day injured list. De Paula's call-up coincided with star Shohei Ohtani being placed on the 15-day injured list, bringing the young outfielder into the major-league mix during the final stretch of the regular season.

Eric Lauer Transferred to 60-Day IL, Ending 2026 Season

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The Los Angeles Dodgers transferred left-hander Eric Lauer to the 60-day injured list to clear 40-man roster space for prospect Josue De Paula. On the 15-day IL since September 2 with left elbow inflammation, Lauer is now ineligible for postseason play, officially ending his 2026 campaign. Acquired from Toronto in May, Lauer posted a 4.50 ERA in 72 innings with Los Angeles and finished the year with a combined 5.23 ERA across 22 total pitching appearances.

Riley Greene Fuels Tigers Offense in Victory Over Rockies

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Riley Greene powered the Detroit Tigers offense on Friday night, going 3-for-4 in a 6-2 victory over the Colorado Rockies at Comerica Park. Greene's strong night at the plate led Detroit to its second straight victory, marking the team's first multi-game winning streak since early August. The performance helped position the Tigers to pursue their second consecutive series win as they prepare for Saturday's matchup against Colorado.

Cade Smith Secures 36th Save in Guardians Win Over Twins

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Cade Smith pitched a scoreless ninth inning, allowing one hit, to earn his 36th save of the season in Friday's 5-2 victory over the Twins. Handed a three-run lead in the ninth, Smith erased a leadoff single by inducing a double play before closing out the win with a groundout. Smith holds a 2.18 ERA as Cleveland's primary closer and has converted eight of 10 save chances since the All-Star break, recording a 0.83 ERA over his last 20 appearances.

Parker Messick Limits Twins to One Run in Strong Outing

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Parker Messick allowed one run on three hits and two walks while striking out five over 5.1 innings in a no-decision against the Twins on Friday. Messick kept Minnesota quiet outside of an RBI double in the second inning. Denied his 12th win, he lowered his ERA to 2.51. In 10 starts since the All-Star break, Messick has posted a 2.09 ERA, 0.96 WHIP, and 68:11 K:BB across 60.1 innings. He is scheduled to start next week against the White Sox.

Brice Turang Hits 18th HR as Brewers Rout Reds 20-0

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Brice Turang fell just a triple short of the cycle in Friday's dominant 20-0 victory over the Reds, going 3-for-3 with a three-run home run, an RBI double, three runs scored, and a walk. Turang's second-inning blast off Andrew Abbott was his 18th homer of the year, matching his career high, while his four total RBI pushed him past the 90-RBI mark for the season. The star second baseman is off to a blazing start in September, batting .394 with a 1.130 OPS across 10 games.

A.J. Ewing Homers to Extend Hitting Streak in Mets Loss

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A.J. Ewing continued his strong September rebound by going 2-for-4 with a solo home run and an RBI single in Friday's 5-3 Subway Series loss to the Yankees. The 22-year-old rookie crushed a ninth-inning homer off David Bednar, extending his hitting streak to five games. Over that span, Ewing has produced two home runs and nine RBI. Following a prolonged two-month slump, he has turned his season around, hitting .316 with an .829 OPS over his past 15 games for the Mets.

Travis Bazzana Reaches Base Four Times in Guardians Victory

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Travis Bazzana delivered a flawless performance at the plate in Friday's 5-2 victory over the Twins, going 2-for-2 with two walks and two runs scored. The rookie second baseman reached base to lead off an inning in all four of his plate appearances, scoring runs in both the seventh and ninth frames. Bazzana has been on a tear over his last six contests, batting 9-for-18 (.500) with four walks, two doubles, two home runs, and eight RBI as Cleveland continues its late-season push.

Mason Adams Shows Potential Through Four Starts with Rockies

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Mason Adams completed his fourth major-league start for the Colorado Rockies, working five innings with five strikeouts against Detroit while adjusting his six-pitch mix. Acquired from the White Sox after Tommy John surgery, Adams features a diverse repertoire including a four-seamer, curveball, sinker, cutter, sweeper, and changeup. While he generated impressive whiff rates on his curveball (58.3%) and four-seam fastball, high hard-hit (61.1%) and air-ball rates remain key areas for refinement.

Michael Conforto Regains Fastball Power Amid Pitch Struggles

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Michael Conforto continues to work through a mixed stretch at the plate for the Chicago Cubs. While the veteran outfielder has successfully regained his run-producing impact against fastballs, off-speed pitches continue to expose a notable weakness in his overall hitting profile. Despite these vulnerabilities against breaking and off-speed offerings, the Cubs remain committed to his presence in the lineup as they navigate a tight National League playoff race down the stretch of the 2026 season.

Shota Imanaga Earns 10th Win as Cubs Rout Pirates 12-2

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Shota Imanaga earned his 10th win of the season in Friday's 12-2 victory over the Pirates, pitching six innings while allowing two runs on five hits and two walks with four strikeouts. It marked his 13th quality start of the year on 100 pitches. Imanaga has excelled in the second half, posting a 5-2 record with a 3.31 ERA, 1.12 WHIP, and a 51:10 K:BB ratio over 54.1 innings across his last 10 starts. He is scheduled to make his next start at home against Atlanta next week.

Chris Sale Extends Quality Start Streak to Nine Outings for Braves

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Atlanta Braves starter Chris Sale allowed three runs on three hits and two walks while striking out six over seven innings in Friday's 6-5 extra-inning win over the Phillies. The veteran left-hander has now recorded a quality start in all nine of his outings since the All-Star break, holding a 2.14 ERA during that stretch and bringing his season total to a 2.18 ERA, 0.99 WHIP, and 190:31 K:BB across 157 innings.

Ketel Marte Extends Hitting Streak to Nine Games in Diamondbacks Win

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Arizona Diamondbacks second baseman Ketel Marte went 2-for-5 with two doubles, three RBI, and two runs scored in Friday's 9-1 victory over Texas. Marte delivered RBI doubles in both the fourth and fifth frames, extending his hitting streak to nine consecutive games since returning from the injured list. Over that span, he is 10-for-35 with three doubles, one home run, six RBI, and six runs scored.

Bryson Stott Continues Solidifying Infield Role for Phillies

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Philadelphia Phillies infielder Bryson Stott continues to serve as a reliable anchor in the starting lineup. Although Stott is still considered one of the younger key contributors on the Phillies' infield, he has established himself as a polished, high-performing finished product, playing an essential role in Philadelphia's post-All-Star offensive surge as they gear up for their upcoming postseason run.

Trea Turner Looks to Heat Up Ahead of Phillies Playoff Push

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Philadelphia Phillies shortstop Trea Turner has endured a challenging overall season, but he is showing signs of heating up at the plate as the regular season enters its final weeks. The Phillies hope Turner's recent momentum continues to build heading into the postseason, providing crucial offensive support for a team that has maintained a strong post-All-Star offensive approach against elite pitching.

Luis Robert Draws Strong Waiver Interest Across Major League Baseball

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Outfielder Luis Robert was recently placed on waivers and surprisingly generated widespread interest across Major League Baseball. According to reports, Robert proved to be significantly more popular as a waiver claim than he was as a trade candidate prior to the deadline, with four different teams putting in a claim for the talented outfielder as teams look for roster upgrades late in the season.