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Tuesday, September 29

Ozzie Albies and Braves Ready for Postseason Rivalry

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Atlanta Braves infielder Ozzie Albies expressed excitement about playing the Wild Card Series at home in Truist Park, highlighting the energy of the home crowd and the team's rivalry with the Philadelphia Phillies. Albies noted that every postseason run is special and emphasized that the team is fully focused and hyped to face the Phillies again. The Braves enter the matchup with home-field advantage after going 9-4 against Philadelphia during the regular season.

Cristopher Sánchez Tasked with Saving Phillies' Season in Game 2

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Philadelphia Phillies left-hander Cristopher Sánchez takes the mound for a season-saving Game 2 start in the NL Wild Card Series against the Atlanta Braves following a Game 1 loss. Sánchez enjoyed a stellar regular season, going 18-7 with a 2.91 ERA across 33 starts. He owns a 2.19 ERA over his last four starts against Atlanta and will look to rely on his lethal changeup—which generated a 48% whiff rate over his final two outings—to keep Philadelphia's postseason alive.

Freddy Peralta Named American League Pitcher of the Month

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Right-hander Freddy Peralta earned AL Pitcher of the Month honors for September after going 4-0 with a 0.96 ERA, 23 strikeouts, and a 0.89 WHIP across five starts. Acquired from the Mets in August, Peralta paced AL pitchers in ERA and held opponents to a .165 batting average, anchoring the Tampa Bay rotation down the stretch.

Andy Pages Rebounds After Spending Time on Injured List

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Andy Pages missed significant time over the final month before returning in the final week of the regular season. His absence tested the Dodgers' depth during the summer months, but Los Angeles weathered the stretch to finish strong and secure a first-round postseason bye.

Roki Sasaki Returns Late in Season for Dodgers Rotation

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Roki Sasaki was largely sidelined over the final month of the regular season before returning in the final week. His brief absence added to a stretch where the Dodgers played without key contributors, but the team still powered through September to capture a high playoff seed.

Mookie Betts Catches Fire for Dodgers During September Run

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Mookie Betts enjoyed a sensational September, batting .337/.438/.674 with seven home runs, nine doubles, 20 runs, and 22 RBI. His 16 extra-base hits and 1.112 OPS fueled a late-season Dodgers surge. Betts ranked among baseball's elite performers for the month, posting a 1.9 fWAR and helping propel Los Angeles into the postseason on a high note.

Josue De Paula Poised for Postseason Roster Spot with Dodgers

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Josue De Paula is projected to make the Los Angeles Dodgers' NLDS roster as a pinch-hitter, providing youthful energy and offensive pop to the oldest team in the playoffs. Dodgers president Andrew Friedman praised De Paula's contributions after the young outfielder added a spark during the team's regular-season finish. De Paula earned consideration over Daulton Rushing, who is returning from a stint on the injured list.

Tyler Freeman Finishes Difficult Season Off Rockies 40-Man

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Tyler Freeman endured a challenging 2026 season with the Colorado Rockies, finishing with a -2.0 rWAR. Despite excellent contact skills, a strong right-field arm, and 15 HBPs, injuries and a severe summer slump dropped his production. He was outrighted to Triple-A Albuquerque in September, leaving his future status uncertain as he enters the offseason seeking a path back to the majors.

Jesús Luzardo Tabbed to Open Wild Card Game for Phillies

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Jesús Luzardo is tabbed to take the mound to open up the wild card series for the Philadelphia Phillies against the Atlanta Braves. Luzardo previously faced the Braves once during the regular season and made it count with a dominant shutout performance, giving up just two hits while recording 12 strikeouts. The Phillies enter the postseason needing a strong start from him to counter a tough Atlanta matchup at Truist Park.

Drake Baldwin Named Starting Catcher for Braves in Wild Card

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Drake Baldwin is named the starting catcher for the Atlanta Braves in Game 1 of the National League Wild Card Series against the Philadelphia Phillies. Baldwin will handle left-hander Chris Sale behind the plate and bat near the top of the lineup as the Braves open the postseason at Truist Park.

Trea Turner Starts at Shortstop for Phillies in Wild Card

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Trea Turner is slated to start at shortstop and anchor the top of the batting order for the Philadelphia Phillies as they open their National League Wild Card Series against the Atlanta Braves at Truist Park. Turner's speed and table-setting abilities will be vital against Braves left-hander Chris Sale.

Derek Hill Projected to Start in Center Field for Braves

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Derek Hill is projected to patrol center field for the Atlanta Braves in Game 1 of the National League Wild Card Series against the Philadelphia Phillies. Hill brings his defensive prowess and speed to the outfield as the Braves kick off their postseason run at Truist Park.

Alec Bohm Included in Phillies Lineup for Wild Card Series

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Alec Bohm is set to start for the Philadelphia Phillies in the opening game of their National League Wild Card Series against the Atlanta Braves. Bohm will play first base and look to contribute key hits from the lineup against Braves starter Chris Sale at Truist Park.

Matt Olson Set to Play First Base for Braves in Wild Card

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Matt Olson is penciled in to start at first base and hit in the middle of the order for the Atlanta Braves in Game 1 of the National League Wild Card Series against the Philadelphia Phillies. Olson looks to anchor the Braves' infield defense and provide crucial run-producing power as Atlanta hosts the opening game at Truist Park.

Kyle Schwarber Slated to DH in Wild Card Series Opener

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Kyle Schwarber is slated to serve as the designated hitter in the Philadelphia Phillies' starting lineup for Game 1 of the National League Wild Card Series against the Atlanta Braves. Schwarber brings his formidable power bat to the top of the order as the Phillies face off against Braves left-handed starting pitcher Chris Sale at Truist Park.

Bryce Harper Named in Phillies Wild Card Starting Lineup

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Bryce Harper has been named in the starting lineup for the Philadelphia Phillies as they prepare to face the Atlanta Braves in the National League Wild Card Series opener at Truist Park. Harper will take his customary position in right field and bat in the heart of the order, looking to spark the Phillies' offense against Braves left-hander Chris Sale in the crucial postseason matchup.

Kevin Gausman Named to Cubs' Wild-Card Roster Despite Shoulder Issue

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Kevin Gausman (shoulder) is on the Cubs' roster for the wild-card series against the Padres. Gausman injured his left non-throwing shoulder during his final regular-season start last Wednesday. While the Cubs have not yet announced probable starters for Game 2 on Wednesday or a potential Game 3 on Thursday, it is likely Gausman will start one of those contests. He logged a 4.83 ERA and 57:11 K:BB over 50.1 innings in nine starts after being acquired at the trade deadline.

Chase Meidroth Ready to Start at Second Base in Game 1 vs. Houston

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Chase Meidroth (hamstring) will start at second base and bat eighth Tuesday in Game 1 of the American League Wild Card series in Houston. Meidroth dealt with a left hamstring issue down the stretch, with his final regular-season start coming last Thursday, though he did appear off the bench Saturday. The infielder is ready for his first career postseason contest after putting together a strong second half for the White Sox, slashing .286/.364/.473 with nine home runs.

Garrett Crochet Activated From IL for Red Sox Playoff Roster

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Red Sox left-hander Garrett Crochet has been activated from the 60-day injured list for the AL Wild Card series against the Yankees. Recovering from a strained left lat and shoulder inflammation, he has not pitched in a major league game since April 25. The 2025 Cy Young runner-up will be available out of the bullpen in a relief role, though manager Chad Tracy noted his availability may be limited as he shakes off the long-awaited rust from his lengthy absence.

Cole Carrigg Crowned NL Rookie of the Month for September

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Colorado Rockies IF/OF Cole Carrigg has been selected as the National League’s Rookie of the Month for September. In 24 games during the month, Carrigg slashed .327/.340/.571 with four doubles, a triple, six home runs, and 17 RBI. He led qualified rookies in at-bats (98), home runs (6), RBI (17), and slugging percentage (.571), capping off a strong finish to his breakout rookie campaign since bursting onto the scene in June.