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Tuesday, September 22

Yordan Alvarez Slugs 41st Homer And Drives In 102nd Run In Win

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Houston Astros slugger Yordan Alvarez went 2-for-4 with a two-run home run, an RBI single, and a walk in a 7-0 win over the Mariners, bringing his season totals to 41 homers and 102 RBIs. Alvarez, who recently voiced frustration during a team meeting, leads the majors with a 1.032 OPS and trails Pete Alonso by six RBIs in the Triple Crown race. Ken Rosenthal believes Alvarez deserves American League MVP consideration amid his stellar offensive campaign.

Logan Gilbert Suffers Loss And Struggles Against Houston Astros

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Seattle Mariners right-hander Logan Gilbert took the loss against the Houston Astros, allowing four runs on 10 hits and two walks while striking out three over four innings. Gilbert has allowed 14 runs over 15.2 innings across three home starts in September and lost four of his last five outings overall, bringing his season record to 12-11 with a 3.81 ERA and 1.10 WHIP through 182 innings as Seattle nears postseason elimination.

Jazz Chisholm Returns From IL, Makes Costly Defensive Blunder in Loss

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The New York Yankees activated Jazz Chisholm from the 10-day injured list following a two-week absence due to a right thumb sprain, optioning Max Schuemann in a corresponding move. Returning for Game 2 of Tuesday's doubleheader against the Rays, Chisholm went 1-for-3 with a single and a walk. However, he made a key defensive blunder by failing to cover first base on a safety squeeze in the 6-1 loss. He now faces an infield playing time competition at second base with Anthony Volpe.

Randal Grichuk Stars with Four-Hit Game in White Sox Win

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Randal Grichuk went 4-for-5 with two doubles, a home run, four runs scored, and three RBIs, finishing a triple shy of the cycle in the White Sox's 14-11 win over the Royals. Grichuk mashed his 25th home run of the season in the fourth inning off Daniel Lynch IV. He ranks among the league leaders in recent OPS, spearheading an explosive Chicago offense down the stretch.

Chase Meidroth Leads White Sox Offense in 14-11 Slugfest

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Chase Meidroth went 3-for-4 with two runs scored, a walk, and five RBIs, helping power the Chicago White Sox to a wild 14-11 victory over the Kansas City Royals. Meidroth opened the scoring with a two-run single in the first inning and later crushed a three-run home run in the third, marking his 16th long ball of the season as part of a high-powered Chicago attack.

Taj Bradley Records 200th Strikeout in Twins' Victory Over Giants

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Minnesota Twins starting pitcher Taj Bradley tallied his 200th strikeout of the year, fanning Drew Gilbert to become the 10th pitcher in franchise history to reach the milestone. Bradley pitched six strong innings, allowing just one run on three hits and three walks while striking out six to anchor a 3-2 win over the San Francisco Giants at Oracle Park.

Francisco Alvarez Delivers Go-Ahead Double in Mets' 6-3 Win Over Rangers

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New York Mets designated hitter Francisco Alvarez went 2-for-5 with two doubles and two RBIs, delivering a go-ahead two-run double in the sixth inning to lead a 6-3 victory over the Texas Rangers. This marked his third straight multihit game as he works on staying back and making deeper contact. Alvarez previously hit a 396-foot double off the wall, reached base on a fielding error, and scored on a foul pop fly during a strong recent stretch for the Mets.

Yandy Díaz Drives In Four Runs in Rays' Clinching Win

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Tampa Bay Rays infielder Yandy Díaz powered the offense with a four-RBI performance in a 6-1 victory over the New York Yankees that clinched the AL East division title. Díaz drove in the game's first run with a sacrifice fly and later added two crucial two-run singles in the seventh and ninth innings, cementing a dominant offensive night at Yankee Stadium as the Rays celebrated their first division crown since 2021.

Drew Rasmussen Carries No-Hitter into Seventh, Clinches AL East

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Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Drew Rasmussen tossed 6 2/3 brilliant innings, taking a no-hit bid into the seventh against the Yankees before sealing a 6-1 victory that clinched the AL East title and top seed. He finished with 11 strikeouts, allowing just one hit and one run on a career-high 114 pitches. The dominant outing capped a stellar season in which the right-hander relies heavily on his signature cutter and a strong 44-percent groundball rate to navigate high-stakes matchups.

Sean Manaea Delivers Six Strong Innings in Mets' Victory

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New York Mets starting pitcher Sean Manaea delivered six strong innings, allowing three runs on three hits with two walks, two hit-by-pitches, and nine strikeouts on 99 pitches to help secure a 6-3 win over the Texas Rangers. Manaea anchored the pitching staff as the team enters the final stretch of the regular season under newly permanent manager Andy Green, looking to maintain strong momentum into the final games following a productive second half of the 2026 campaign.

Miguel Rojas Voted Dodgers Roy Campanella Award Winner Again

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Veteran infielder Miguel Rojas was voted by his Dodgers teammates and coaching staff as the 2026 winner of the Roy Campanella Award for leadership and spirit. Rojas also won in 2024 and 2025, becoming the first player to win in three straight seasons. The 37-year-old has played all over the infield, hitting .271/.311/.399 across 101 games. He signed a one-year extension to return for his 13th and final season before transitioning to a front office role.

Shota Imanaga Pitches Well in No-Decision Against Marlins

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Chicago Cubs pitcher Shota Imanaga allowed just one run on four hits across five innings in an 8-2 extra-innings loss to the Marlins. He struck out seven without issuing any walks. Over his last four appearances, Imanaga has a sparkling 1.96 ERA with 23 strikeouts across 23 innings, lowering his overall ERA to 3.74. He is not currently slated to pitch again in the regular season, with the Cubs positioning him near the top of their postseason rotation.

Kyle Freeland Exits Early as Rockies Suffer 100th Loss

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Kyle Freeland made his 24th start of the season against the Arizona Diamondbacks in a game that cemented the Rockies' 100th loss. Freeland pitched three innings, allowing nine hits and five earned runs while striking out two. In what could be his final start at Coors Field as his contract expires, the veteran reflected emotionally on his tenure, having battled shoulder inflammation and cervical radiculopathy during the 2026 campaign.

Brandon Nimmo Focuses on Rangers' Postseason Chase Against Former Mets

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Texas Rangers outfielder Brandon Nimmo is focused entirely on the team's AL West playoff push rather than facing his former club, the New York Mets, for the first time. Traded last offseason for Marcus Semien after agreeing to waive his no-trade clause, Nimmo is batting .260 with 14 home runs and 34 doubles. Having recently returned from a stomach bug, Nimmo reflected on the Mets' offseason overhaul, noting he and Pete Alonso were simply not viewed as part of the team's future.

Munetaka Murakami Extends On-Base Streak With 33rd Home Run

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Chicago White Sox third baseman Munetaka Murakami went 1-for-3 with a two-run homer, two runs, a walk, and a strikeout in a 14-11 victory over the Kansas City Royals. Murakami extended his impressive on-base streak to 10 games by reaching twice, highlighted by his 33rd blast of the year off Tony Gonsolin in the seventh inning. Over 531 plate appearances, Murakami is batting .203/.348/.469 with 33 homers, 72 RBIs, and 91 walks on the season.

Vinnie Pasquantino Smashes Grand Slam In Royals Slugfest Loss

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Kansas City Royals infielder Vinnie Pasquantino went 3-for-5 with a grand slam, an RBI double, and three runs scored during a high-scoring 14-11 loss to the Chicago White Sox. Pasquantino launched his fourth home run in his last six games by connecting off Luis Castillo in the ninth inning to narrow the deficit. The 28-year-old is slashing .249/.333/.418 with 15 home runs, 59 RBIs, and 19 doubles across 460 plate appearances this season.

Dalton Rushing Battles Back From Elbow Discomfort For Postseason Bid

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Los Angeles Dodgers catcher Dalton Rushing is working his way back from a flexor strain and elbow discomfort to secure a left-handed bench role for the postseason roster. Manager Dave Roberts noted that activating Rushing presents an evaluation challenge due to missed time. Rushing took live BP and received a PRP injection, remaining confident he can avoid surgery while competing with rookie Josue De Paula for a roster spot before the regular season concludes.

Michael Harris Records Multi-Hit Game And Swipes 12th Base

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Atlanta Braves outfielder Michael Harris went 2-for-4 with a stolen base during a 4-0 loss to the Cincinnati Reds, recording his fifth multi-hit performance over his last 10 games. Harris swiped his 12th base of the season in the seventh inning in an effort to spark a late Atlanta rally. Over 604 plate appearances this year, the 25-year-old outfielder is maintaining a .291/.319/.488 slash line with 26 home runs and 85 RBIs.

Ceddanne Rafaela Expected To Return From Quad Strain On Wednesday

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Boston Red Sox outfielder Ceddanne Rafaela is expected to be activated from the injured list Wednesday after missing time since Sept. 6 with a right quad strain. Rafaela began rehabbing at Triple-A Worcester and has been hitting against a Trajekt machine, and the Red Sox believe he is ready to use their final five regular-season games to get back into a rhythm before the postseason gets underway.

JR Ritchie Delivers Strong Outing In Braves Loss To Cincinnati Reds

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JR Ritchie delivered a strong start for the Atlanta Braves, striking out eight batters across five innings while allowing just one run on a homer during a 4-0 loss to the Cincinnati Reds. Despite a few walks to Elly De La Cruz, Ritchie posted a sub-3.00 xFIP in his best multi-inning outing to date. The Braves clinched the NL East division title despite the defeat, as Ritchie builds momentum for a potential postseason bullpen role or strong offseason preparation.