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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.
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.
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.
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.
Anthony Volpe returned to the Yankees after a month in Triple-A Scranton, where he hit .284/.381/.642 with 10 home runs, 7 doubles, and 8 steals while expanding his versatility across the infield. Filling in at second base for the injured Jazz Chisholm Jr., Volpe went 3-for-4 with a grand slam, five RBI, and a stolen base against Colorado on Thursday. The 25-year-old infielder debuted an adjusted, more explosive swing stance following off-season labrum surgery.
DaShawn Keirsey has been recalled from the minor leagues by the Atlanta Braves in a corresponding roster move after outfielder Lane Thomas was officially placed on the injured list. Keirsey joins the major league club to bolster outfield depth as the Braves maintain a five-game lead in the NL East standings following their dramatic 11-inning victory over the Philadelphia Phillies.
Drake Baldwin delivered an 11th-inning walk-off RBI double to propel the Atlanta Braves to a dramatic 6-5 victory over the Philadelphia Phillies on Friday night. Baldwin's clutch hit capped an 11-hit evening for Atlanta's offense, securing the team's 87th win of the season and extending their lead in the NL East to five games as they kicked off the weekend series with a victory.
Thayron Liranzo provided crucial insurance for the Erie SeaWolves, hitting a two-run home run to left-center field in the top of the ninth inning to extend their lead to 6-3 against the Reading Fightin Phils. Liranzo had previously lined into an inning-ending double play in the seventh, but his late-game homer secured the victory and kept the series tied at two games heading into Saturday.
Roberto Campos powered the Erie SeaWolves to a 6-3 victory over the Reading Fightin Phils, breaking a 3-3 tie in the eighth inning with a clutch solo home run. Campos finished the night 3-for-4 at the plate with two runs scored, an RBI, and a homer. After scoring Erie's first run in the seventh inning following a single, his eighth-inning blast put the team ahead for good to help knot the series at two games apiece.
Former AL Rookie of the Year Michael Fulmer has gotten off to a decent start in the Bronx after being acquired by the New York Yankees in recent weeks to help shore up their bullpen depth. During the current Subway Series matchup, the veteran reliever is facing the New York Mets, the organization that originally drafted him years ago before trading him to the Detroit Tigers in exchange for Yoenis Cespedes back in 2015.
Robbie Ray secured his 100th career win despite allowing five runs on four hits and four walks over five innings against his former team, the Giants. A fifth-inning grand slam by Rafael Devers highlighted a rough outing, raising Ray's ERA with San Diego to 5.35 through seven starts. Overall, the southpaw is 12-8 with a 3.57 ERA and 132 strikeouts over 156.1 innings, helping keep the Padres a half-game ahead in the NL wild-card race. His next start is set for Colorado.
Ryan Weathers is almost a week into his throwing program after being shut down for two weeks due to a left forearm flexor strain. The Yankees left-hander expects to throw all his pitches on flat ground Saturday before advancing to a bullpen session on Monday. Weathers is pushing to be activated as soon as possible so he can pitch in at least one regular-season game out of the bullpen to gain momentum prior to the postseason.
Clarke Schmidt is closing in on a return to the New York Yankees' pitching staff as he works back from Tommy John surgery. Scheduled to make his fifth rehab appearance on Saturday, manager Aaron Boone indicated that Schmidt could be activated for the team's upcoming road trip if he completes the outing without issue. The Yankees hope to add Schmidt to their bullpen to bolster pitching depth for the final stretch of the season.
An MRI on Brett Baty's left knee revealed no structural damage after he exited Wednesday's game with discomfort while running to first base. Interim manager Andy Green confirmed Baty is 'going to be just fine' and available off the bench. Baty did not appear in Friday's 6-4 Subway Series loss to the Yankees, sitting as planned against left-hander Carlos Rodón, but remains available for duty as the Mets navigate their remaining schedule.
Rafael Devers provided the offensive highlight for San Francisco on Friday, going 1-for-4 with a grand slam and a walk in a 7-5 loss to the Padres. The blast marked his 36th home run of the season, extending a hot stretch where he has hit seven homers over his last 10 games while batting .351 (13-for-37). Devers currently ranks eighth in the majors in home runs, carrying a .258 average, .862 OPS, and 96 RBI through 147 contests for the Giants this year.
Jackson Merrill continued his hot streak on Friday, going 3-for-5 with a double, a stolen base, and two runs scored in a 7-5 victory over the Giants. Merrill has recorded at least three hits in three of his last four games, driving in nine runs and swiping two bases during that span. On the season, the outfielder is hitting .248 with a .732 OPS, 24 home runs, 26 steals, 79 RBI, and 76 runs scored through 144 games, recovering strongly from an early September slump.
Mason Miller survived a rocky ninth inning, walking two and giving up a hit before striking out two in a scoreless frame to earn his 35th save in San Diego's 7-5 win over San Francisco. Despite loading the bases, Miller preserved the victory and lowered his season ERA to 1.16 alongside a 0.87 WHIP and 115:23 K:BB across 62.1 innings. However, he has shown rare vulnerability lately, surrendering four runs over his last eight appearances.
Randy Arozarena went 1-for-5 with a stolen base and two runs scored in Friday's 6-5 extra-inning loss to the Athletics. The swipe brings him to 22 steals on the season, though he is just 3-for-6 on the basepaths since the All-Star break. Batting .272 with an .830 OPS, 22 home runs, 67 RBI, and 96 runs scored across 140 games, Arozarena also remains a premier upcoming free agent, holding top-tier status alongside elite market position players.
George Kirby allowed four runs on nine hits and two walks over six innings in a no-decision against the Athletics. The right-hander has yielded 25 runs (24 earned) over his last 33.1 innings, surrendering at least four runs in five of his past six starts. Overall, Kirby holds a 4.25 ERA, 1.36 WHIP, and 138:39 K:BB through 165.1 innings across 28 starts. Controlling opposing base runners also remains a notable point of concern for him as the season winds down.
Merrill Kelly struggled with command during Friday's start against the Rangers, lasting just 4.1 innings in a no-decision. The right-hander allowed one run on two hits and three walks while striking out three batters on 80 pitches before getting pulled in the fifth inning. Kelly laboured through a 31-pitch second frame and hit a batter before an RBI double gave Texas an early lead. Arizona's bullpen ultimately rescued the jam, and the offense rallied for a 9-1 victory.
