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Saturday, September 26

Hunter Goodman Smashes 41st Home Run in Rockies Victory

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Colorado Rockies catcher Hunter Goodman went 2-for-5 with two home runs and four RBIs on Saturday, leading a 9-6 win over the Chicago White Sox. Goodman hit a solo shot in the third inning and a decisive three-run blast in the ninth, bringing his season total to 41 home runs. This milestone makes him the eighth player in the majors to reach 40 homers and sets a new record for the most road home runs by an NL catcher, capping the best offensive season ever by a Rockies catcher.

Kyle Harrison Delivers Sharp Relief Outing in Brewers' Win

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Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Kyle Harrison provided two dominant innings of scoreless relief during Saturday's 3-2 win over the St. Louis Cardinals. Harrison struck out four batters and allowed only a single baserunner via a hit-by-pitch, showcasing improved fastball velocity and vertical movement. The strong outing builds confidence for Harrison as he competes for a key position on Milwaukee's postseason pitching staff.

Brice Turang Crushes Go-Ahead Home Run to Drive Brewers Past Cardinals

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Brice Turang launched a decisive 421-foot, two-run home run in the fifth inning Saturday to lead the Milwaukee Brewers to a 3-2 victory over the St. Louis Cardinals. The 21st home run of the season brings the second baseman to 99 RBIs, putting him just one away from his first career 100-RBI season. Turang went 1-for-3 with a walk and two RBIs, continuing a hot streak where he has hit .368 with a 1.076 OPS during September.

Bobby Witt Reaches 45 Stolen Bases in Royals' Loss to Cleveland

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Bobby Witt went 2-for-4 with two runs scored and a stolen base during Saturday's 11-5 loss to the Cleveland Guardians. Witt stole second base and scored in the first inning, extending his hitting streak to eight games. Through 628 plate appearances this season, the shortstop is slashing .283/.361/.444 with 18 home runs, 54 RBIs, 94 runs scored, and 45 stolen bases.

Patrick Bailey Hits Two Home Runs as Guardians Clinch AL Central

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Patrick Bailey recorded a multi-home run performance on Saturday to propel the Cleveland Guardians to an AL Central title victory. Bailey's powerful display at the plate was part of a relentless offensive effort that secured a first-round postseason bye for Cleveland, capping off a strong end to the regular season for the team's young core.

Brayan Rocchio Powers Guardians to AL Central Title with Multi-HR Game

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Brayan Rocchio delivered a standout offensive performance with a multi-home run game to help the Cleveland Guardians capture the AL Central championship. Cleveland's offense surged late in the regular season to secure a first-round playoff bye, with Rocchio providing vital power at the plate alongside key contributions across the young lineup to cap off the division-winning campaign.

Shohei Ohtani Tops Jersey Sales Amid Concern Over Late-Season Form

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Shohei Ohtani became the first player to top MLB jersey sales for four straight seasons. However, on the field, the Dodgers star has struggled since returning from a 15-day IL stint, going 1-for-9 with five strikeouts in two games against San Francisco. Despite visible swing issues, manager Dave Roberts expects Ohtani to play in the regular-season finale and start as DH in the NLDS on Oct. 3, prioritizing workload management during the team's five-day break.

Emmet Sheehan Takes the Mound in Triple-A Championship Game

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Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Emmet Sheehan got the start on the mound for the Triple-A Oklahoma City Comets in their championship game against the Rochester Red Wings on Saturday. Sheehan, who spent time with the major league club earlier in the season, led Oklahoma City in the final matchup of the 2026 campaign at Las Vegas Ballpark.

Quinn Mathews Strikes Out Seven in Final Season Start Against Brewers

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St. Louis Cardinals rookie left-hander Quinn Mathews completed his final start of the regular season Saturday night, taking the loss against the Milwaukee Brewers. Mathews surrendered three earned runs on five hits over five innings while striking out seven and walking one. A two-run homer by Brice Turang in the fifth inning proved to be the decisive blow, ending Mathews' final outing of his rookie campaign.

Dustin May Pitches Three Innings in Final Tune-Up for Postseason

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Milwaukee Brewers right-hander Dustin May pitched three innings in his final regular-season start Saturday against the St. Louis Cardinals, surrendering two earned runs on three hits with five strikeouts and one walk. Manager Pat Murphy pulled May after 67 pitches as the starter works on pitch mix and sequencing. May is preparing to take the mound as Milwaukee's scheduled starter for Game 3 of the upcoming NLDS.

MacKenzie Gore Named Confirmed Starter for Sunday's Season Finale

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Texas Rangers southpaw MacKenzie Gore is scheduled to start Sunday's regular-season finale against the Minnesota Twins as Texas battles for the AL West title. Gore enters the pivotal outing carrying a 4.59 ERA and 1.34 WHIP across a career-high 170.2 innings pitched this season, coming off a no-decision appearance against the New York Mets in his previous start on Tuesday.

Trea Turner Hits 104 MPH Line Drive That Knocks Out Rays Starter

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Philadelphia Phillies shortstop Trea Turner hit a 104 mph comebacker off Tampa Bay Rays starter Griffin Jax's lower back during Saturday's game. Turner grounded out on the play to end the third inning, but the impact resulted in Jax being diagnosed with a lower-back contusion and exiting the contest early for precautionary reasons ahead of the postseason.

Griffin Jax Exits Start Early Due to Lower-Back Contusion

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Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Griffin Jax exited Saturday's game against the Philadelphia Phillies after taking a 104 mph comebacker off his lower back from Trea Turner in the third inning. Jax completed the inning before being replaced by Steven Matz. The removal is believed to be precautionary with Tampa Bay already locked into the American League's top postseason seed ahead of the ALDS opener on Oct. 3.

Kirby Yates Announces Retirement After Making First Career Start

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Pittsburgh Pirates two-time All-Star reliever Kirby Yates announced his retirement from Major League Baseball after making his first career start Saturday against the Detroit Tigers. Over 12 big league seasons, Yates established himself as a dominant bullpen arm, finishing his final campaign with a 3.32 ERA, 3.25 FIP, and an elite 40.2% strikeout rate over 45 innings pitched for Pittsburgh this season.

Jack Perkins Starts Season Finale Series Game for Athletics vs. Astros

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Oakland Athletics right-hander Jack Perkins takes the mound Saturday night against the Houston Astros at Sutter Health Park in West Sacramento. Perkins carries a 3-12 record and a 5.90 ERA into the division matchup as Oakland looks to spoil Houston's attempt to clinch the American League West division crown in the penultimate game of the regular season.

Hayden Wesneski Takes Mound for Astros in AL West Title Pursuit

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Houston Astros right-hander Hayden Wesneski makes his 11th start of the season Saturday against the Athletics as Houston aims to clinch the AL West title. Wesneski has been a key rotation piece since returning July 29 from a 14-month recovery following Tommy John surgery, posting a 5-2 record with a 3.50 ERA over 54.0 innings while leading the team in wins during that span.

Brett Baty Adds Shortstop to Defensive Versatility for Mets

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New York Mets infielder Brett Baty made his first career start at shortstop against the Nationals, adding a sixth starting position to his defensive versatility as the team prepares for 2027 roster flexibility. Manager Andy Green praised Baty's athleticism and plans to continue the experiment into spring training. Baty has also logged time at first, second, and third base, as well as both corner outfield spots, while maintaining strong production at the plate.

Francisco Lindor Aims to Return to Plus Form After Injury

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New York Mets star shortstop Francisco Lindor reflected on an uncharacteristic, injury-plagued season that featured elbow cleanup surgery, a broken hamate bone in spring training, and a two-month absence for a calf strain. Lindor posted a career-worst .731 OPS and 11 errors. With the season winding down, Lindor is focused on bouncing back defensively, running, and hitting next year to lead the Mets' young core.

Brock Stewart Called in Relief After Bullpen Injury to Treinen

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Los Angeles Dodgers reliever Brock Stewart was pressed into emergency action Saturday during a 4-3 victory over the San Francisco Giants, entering to pitch the seventh inning without warming up in the bullpen beforehand. Stewart was granted extra warm-up pitches on the mound after scheduled reliever Blake Treinen suffered a sudden shoulder injury, helping Los Angeles secure its 99th victory of the 2026 season.

Blake Treinen Suffers Season-Ending Shoulder Injury in Bullpen

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Los Angeles Dodgers reliever Blake Treinen suffered a season-ending shoulder injury while warming up in the bullpen Saturday during a 4-3 win over the Giants. Manager Dave Roberts confirmed the 38-year-old right-hander will undergo imaging and be placed on the injured list, removing him from postseason contention. Treinen posted a 3.64 ERA across 36 games this season after previously missing ten weeks with elbow inflammation.