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Saturday, September 26

Munetaka Murakami Inspires Viral T-Shirt During White Sox Celebration

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Chicago White Sox slugger Munetaka Murakami became a viral sensation during the team's clubhouse celebration in Kansas City by paying tribute to countryman Munenori Kawasaki, inspiring a new T-shirt from BreakingT. Murakami has captured fan attention throughout his debut U.S. season as the White Sox made the postseason following three consecutive 100-loss campaigns, adding to the team's historic year with his unique energy and memorable moments on the South Side.

Freddie Freeman Gets Day Off Saturday After Tough 10-Game Stretch

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Los Angeles Dodgers first baseman Freddie Freeman is out of the starting lineup for Saturday's game against the San Francisco Giants. Freeman gets a chance to regroup after posting a meager .522 OPS across 45 plate appearances while starting each of the Dodgers' last 10 games. Enrique Hernandez will step in to start at first base and bat eighth in his place.

Colson Montgomery Sets MLB Single-Season Strikeout Record

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Chicago White Sox shortstop Colson Montgomery set an MLB single-season record Friday by recording his 224th strikeout of the year during a fifth-inning at-bat against Colorado. The 24-year-old broke Mark Reynolds' 2009 mark of 223. Despite hitting .199 with 38 strikeouts in September, Montgomery has tallied 31 home runs, 87 RBI, and a 1.9 WAR, helping Chicago clinch its first postseason berth since 2021.

Xavier Edwards Misses Sixth Straight Game With Aggravated Thumb Injury

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Miami Marlins infielder Xavier Edwards is out of the lineup Saturday against Atlanta, missing his sixth consecutive game while recovering from a thumb injury aggravated last week. Jared Serna starts at second base and bats ninth in his absence. Edwards will have just one more opportunity to play before the regular season concludes Sunday.

Jeff Hoffman Placed on 15-Day Injured List with Right Forearm Inflammation

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The Minnesota Twins placed relief pitcher Jeff Hoffman on the 15-day injured list Saturday due to right forearm inflammation, officially ending his season a few days early. Hoffman finishes his 2026 campaign with a 3.55 ERA, 1.32 WHIP, six saves, and a career-high 22 holds over 66 innings combined between Toronto and Minnesota. In a corresponding roster move, the Twins reinstated Kaelen Culpepper from the 10-day injured list.

Chayce McDermott Recalled By New York Mets From Syracuse

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Right-handed reliever Chayce McDermott has been recalled from Triple-A Syracuse by the New York Mets for his second stint with the club. Acquired from the Dodgers at the trade deadline, McDermott has thrown 5.1 innings at the major league level with the Mets. Across a total of 7.2 innings with the Mets and Dodgers this season, he holds a 5.87 ERA and 6.49 FIP, alongside a 3.92 ERA and 3.82 FIP over 41.1 minor league innings.

Jefry Yan Optioned To Minors As Mets Shake Up Roster

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The New York Mets have optioned left-handed reliever Jefry Yan to the minors, ending his major league season. Yan finished his debut campaign with a 4.34 ERA and 1.67 WHIP over 17 appearances according to team data, or a 4.87 ERA and 4.82 FIP across 20.1 innings with 26 strikeouts and 15 walks. After struggling with late-August runs and later logging 5.1 scoreless frames, he allowed a pair of runs while serving as an opener in his final outing.

Kyle Schwarber Struggles As Philadelphia Phillies Offense Fades

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Philadelphia Phillies leadoff hitter Kyle Schwarber is mired in a prolonged slump, hitting just .143 with one home run over his last 14 days and .185 over 28 days. His overall second-half struggles (.205/.336/.413 since July 1) and rising strikeout totals have drawn heavy criticism as the Phillies fight to avoid missing the postseason entirely. His offensive regression and lack of contact from the leadoff spot have placed immense pressure on the struggling team.

Hunter Brown Concludes Strong Season With Tough Loss Against Athletics

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Hunter Brown took a tough loss against the Athletics, allowing two runs on two hits and four walks with four strikeouts over 5.1 innings. Despite a fielding error sparking an A's comeback that saddled him with two runs, Brown finished the regular season strong, allowing two or fewer earned runs in seven of his last eight starts. He concludes the year with a 3.19 ERA across 107.1 innings, marking his third straight season with an ERA below 3.50.

Roman Anthony Sets Tone with Three-Hit Game in Doubleheader

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Roman Anthony starred at the top of the Red Sox order in Friday's doubleheader sweep of the Cubs, going 3-for-3 with a walk, two doubles, a triple, and three runs scored in the opener. He scored the winning run by ripping a seventh-inning triple into the right-field corner. Since returning from a finger injury in late August, the 22-year-old outfielder has posted a .267/.327/.485 slash line with 12 extra-base hits and 10 RBIs over 24 games.

Andrés Muñoz Placed on Injured List with Right Knee Inflammation

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Seattle Mariners closer Andrés Muñoz has been placed on the injured list due to right knee inflammation and will not throw any pitches during the final weekend of the regular season. The shutdown comes as the Mariners wrap up their schedule following a 7-5 loss to the Angels. Muñoz's absence is a significant blow to the bullpen as Seattle navigates the conclusion of their campaign and looks ahead to necessary offseason adjustments.

David Peterson Throws Five Shutout Innings with Six Strikeouts

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David Peterson delivered a stellar outing for the Chicago Cubs, tossing five shutout innings while allowing just three hits and two walks and striking out six batters in a 2-0 loss to the Red Sox. Peterson also induced a crucial double play off Connor Wong with a runner on first and no outs. The strong performance showcased his effectiveness down the stretch as the Cubs navigate the final games of the regular season before heading into the postseason.

Miguel Amaya Stars with Double and Two RBIs in Cubs' Red Sox Series

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Miguel Amaya delivered key production for the Chicago Cubs against the Red Sox, going 1-for-3 with a double and two RBIs in a 4-3 loss. His second-inning double drove in two runs to provide an early lead. Despite a strong start to the 2026 season, Amaya has largely struggled to meaningfully contribute since May, though his recent performance highlighted a bright spot in the team's late-season stretch as the Cubs look toward wrapping up their campaign.

Jackson Jobe Earns Win After Tossing 5 1/3 Frames

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Detroit Tigers right-hander Jackson Jobe earned the win in Friday's 8-7 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates at Comerica Park. Jobe tossed 5 1/3 frames of two-run ball, helping the Tigers' offense fend off a furious late rally from the Pirates to open up the final series of the 2026 regular season campaign.

Carson Benge Becomes First Rookie in Mets History to Reach 20-20 Mark

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New York Mets outfielder Carson Benge made franchise history by hitting his 20th home run of the season during a 7-6 loss to the Washington Nationals. With the milestone blast, Benge became the first rookie in Mets history to record a 20-home run, 20-stolen base season. Despite the team being locked into last place in the NL East, the rookie called the historic achievement something special that he will cherish forever.

Jonny DeLuca Drives In Opening Run in Rays Victory Over Phillies

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Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Jonny DeLuca helped propel his team to a 2-0 victory against the Philadelphia Phillies by driving in the game's opening run. DeLuca delivered an opposite-field RBI single off Phillies starter Christopher Sanchez in the top of the first inning to set the early tone. The victory capped off a solid late-season performance for Tampa Bay as they keep momentum going after having already clinched their postseason berth.

Josue De Paula Named Baseball America Double-A Player of the Year

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Los Angeles Dodgers prospect Josue De Paula was named Double-A Player of the Year by Baseball America. De Paula, who previously captured the Texas League Most Valuable Player award, earned the honors as part of Baseball America's minor league award announcements. He headlines a strong class of Dodgers minor league honorees, reinforcing Los Angeles' top-ranked farm system depth as awards are handed out across all levels.

Tarik Skubal Strikes Out 10 Over Seven Scoreless in Final Regular Season Start

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Los Angeles Dodgers left-hander Tarik Skubal dominated in his final regular season tuneup against the San Francisco Giants, throwing seven scoreless innings with 10 strikeouts and zero walks on just 75 pitches. Skubal finishes the regular season with a 2.72 ERA and 3.06 xERA over 158.2 total innings, including a 2.61 ERA and a 23.2% strikeout-minus-walk rate across 10 starts since joining Los Angeles ahead of the postseason run.

Jake McCarthy Chasing Historic 15-15-15-15 Season in Final Two Games

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Colorado Rockies outfielder Jake McCarthy enters the final two games of the 2026 regular season with an outside chance at achieving a rare statistical milestone. McCarthy currently sits at 30 doubles, 13 triples, 15 home runs, and 32 stolen bases. He needs two additional triples over the final two contests to reach 15 in all four categories, a rare feat accomplished by only six players over the past 21 seasons, most recently by Corbin Carroll.

Mickey Gasper Suffers Significant Biceps Injury, Out for Postseason

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Boston Red Sox utility player Mickey Gasper suffered a significant biceps injury on a swing during the first game of Friday's doubleheader. Subsequent MRI results indicate he is likely done for the year and will miss the upcoming Wild Card Series against the New York Yankees. Red Sox manager Chad Tracy confirmed the severity of the injury, stating Gasper is seeking additional medical opinions, but a full recovery will take him out for the remainder of the season.