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Sunday, September 20

Will Warren Unravels in Fifth Inning of Loss to Diamondbacks

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New York Yankees right-hander Will Warren suffered a tough outing Sunday, taking the loss after unraveling in the fifth inning of an 8-4 defeat against the Arizona Diamondbacks. Warren held Arizona to one run through four frames before filling the bases with one out in the fifth. He was charged with five earned runs on four hits and two walks over 4.1 innings with four strikeouts. Warren finishes his regular-season road campaign with a 3.89 ERA.

Jacob deGrom Struggles in Loss to Toronto Blue Jays

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Texas Rangers ace Jacob deGrom dropped to 11-10 after yielding three runs on five hits and four walks over 4.1 innings in Sunday's loss to Toronto. DeGrom matched a season low with just two strikeouts and suffered his shortest outing since Aug. 25, halting a stretch of four dominant starts. He holds a 3.86 ERA, 1.10 WHIP, and 196 strikeouts across 158.2 innings heading into his final regular-season start in Minnesota.

Riley Martin Tosses Perfect Frame in Rehab Outing

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Chicago Cubs relief pitcher Riley Martin made a successful rehab appearance in Iowa's minor league season finale on Sunday. Relieving starter Kohl Franklin in the third inning against the Omaha Storm Chasers, Martin retired all three batters he faced in order, striking out two. The sharp outing was Martin's first official game appearance since April as he works his way back to full health.

Jose Altuve Launches Solo Home Run in Loss to Braves

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Houston Astros second baseman Jose Altuve went 2-for-4 with a solo home run in Sunday's 4-2 defeat against the Atlanta Braves. The home run snapped a lengthy power outage for the veteran, marking his first long ball since Sept. 3 and his first RBI since Sept. 4. Through 545 plate appearances during the 2026 campaign, Altuve is batting .249/.307/.402 with 16 home runs, 45 RBIs, five stolen bases, and 67 runs scored.

Cade Smith Secures 39th Save with Four-Out Effort

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Cleveland Guardians relief pitcher Cade Smith earned his 39th save of the season in Sunday's 1-0 shutout against the Oakland Athletics. Tasked with entering in the eighth inning with two outs, Smith worked 1.1 scoreless frames while allowing one hit and striking out three on 20 pitches. Smith has yielded no runs over his last 10 appearances and holds a 2.02 ERA, 0.98 WHIP, and 103 strikeouts in 71.1 innings as Cleveland's closer.

Dominic Canzone Drives In Both Runs in Mariners Victory

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Seattle Mariners outfielder Dominic Canzone produced all the offense in Sunday's 2-1 victory against the Colorado Rockies. Canzone knocked an RBI single up the middle in the fourth inning to score Randy Arozarena, then doubled home J.P. Crawford in the sixth inning. His crucial hits helped Seattle claim the rubber match and remain alive in the playoff race entering the final week of the regular season.

Hunter Brown Strikes Out 10 Over Five Scoreless Innings

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Houston Astros right-hander Hunter Brown struck out 10 batters and allowed three hits across five scoreless innings in a no-decision against Atlanta on Sunday. Generating 18 whiffs, Brown achieved double-digit strikeout totals for a second straight outing. Over his last nine starts, he holds a 5-2 record with six outings allowing under three runs. Brown now carries a 3.26 ERA, 1.27 WHIP, and 120 strikeouts across 102 innings this season.

Ivan Herrera Cracks Two Home Runs in Cardinals Victory

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St. Louis Cardinals catcher Ivan Herrera went 2-for-4 with a pair of solo home runs in Sunday's 5-3 victory over the Washington Nationals. The performance marked Herrera's second multi-homer game of 2026 and third of his career, extending his hitting streak to three games after a brief slump. On the season, Herrera is slashing .247/.358/.388 with 18 home runs, 68 RBIs, eight stolen bases, and 95 runs scored across 692 plate appearances.

Pete Crow-Armstrong Hits 45th HR as Historic Season Continues

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Chicago Cubs center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong continued his historic season on Sunday, going 3-for-5 with a two-run home run and a stolen base in a 9-1 win over the Reds. The blast marked his 45th HR to go along with 38 steals, placing him within reach of a 40-40 campaign. PCA also became the first center fielder in MLB history to record 40 home runs, 30 doubles, and 30 stolen bases in a single season, leading the surging Cubs toward the postseason.

Trent Grisham Return Complicated by Yankees Playoff Roster Rules

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Trent Grisham could be on the Yankees’ playoff roster, but manager Aaron Boone stated he almost certainly will not play in a regular-season game due to roster complications and a hamstring strain. Activating him would require optioning or designating a player, impacting postseason eligibility. Grisham is currently deep into his running and baseball activities progression, but New York must weigh his return against Spencer Jones' strong play in center field.

Seiya Suzuki Blasts 25th Home Run in Cubs' Win Over Reds

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Chicago Cubs outfielder Seiya Suzuki hit his 25th home run of the season on Sunday, crushing an eighth-inning solo shot during a 9-1 blowout victory over the Cincinnati Reds. The long ball was Suzuki's first homer of September in a strong bounce-back effort after previously delivering a two-RBI single in a 6-4 loss to Cincinnati. Suzuki is enjoying a strong offensive campaign for Chicago despite missing time earlier in the year due to a right knee sprain.

Shohei Ohtani Set to Return as Designated Hitter on Wednesday

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Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts revealed Shohei Ohtani could return to the lineup as early as Wednesday against San Diego. Out since Sept. 7, Ohtani will play every game down the stretch strictly as a designated hitter, as he will not pitch for the remainder of the season or playoffs. Through 130 games, he is batting .277 with 30 home runs, 80 RBIs, and a .902 OPS. Meanwhile, a pitcher from his high school alma mater threw a ceremonial first pitch at Dodger Stadium.

Vladimir Guerrero Exits Game Early With Left Lower Back Tightness

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Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. exited early in Sunday's finale against the Texas Rangers due to left lower-back tightness. The veteran slugger went 1-for-2 before being replaced at first base for the bottom of the fourth inning. The severity of the injury remains unclear, but any potential absence would be a massive blow for Toronto with just one week remaining in the regular season.

Shane Baz Poised to Start Monday After Elbow Injury Scare

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Baltimore Orioles right-hander Shane Baz is scheduled to start Monday's game against the Toronto Blue Jays. Baz was removed from his previous start Tuesday versus the Mets after being struck in the elbow by a comebacker, but he is fully ready to make his next rotation turn. Baz carries a 4.11 ERA and 1.35 WHIP through 30 starts after surrendering eight runs in his past two outings.

Kyle Schwarber Tied for MLB Home Run Lead After Pete Crow-Armstrong Blast

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Philadelphia Phillies slugger Kyle Schwarber shares the Major League Baseball home run lead following a furious late-season surge across the league. Schwarber, who walked twice and scored in the Phillies' 4-2 win over the Mets, remains locked in a tight race at the top of the home run leaderboard as Philadelphia chases a postseason berth with just one week remaining in the regular season.

Jack Dreyer Serves as Opening Pitcher for Dodgers Against Giants

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Jack Dreyer served as the opening pitcher for the Los Angeles Dodgers in Sunday's matchup against the San Francisco Giants at Dodger Stadium. Following Dreyer's short stint on the mound, recently recalled right-hander Emmet Sheehan took over as the bulk reliever in the bullpen game as Los Angeles aimed for a series sweep.

Mookie Betts Continues Torrid Stretch With Four-Hit Game

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Mookie Betts is heating up for the Los Angeles Dodgers, going 4-for-4 with three doubles and an RBI in a 10-4 win over the Giants. Batting in the leadoff role, Betts has turned his season around after missing a month with an oblique injury. Over his last 56 games, he is slashing .290/.364/.452 with 11 home runs and 36 RBI. Betts also hit a key two-run homer earlier in the series as the Dodgers navigate their lineup.

Corbin Burnes Targeted to Face Yankees in Final Road Stretch

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Corbin Burnes prepares to start for the Arizona Diamondbacks against the New York Yankees in the final road game of the regular season. Returning from a 16-month absence following Tommy John surgery, Burnes has allowed five runs over 7.2 innings across his first two starts back. He remains on a strict pitch count of approximately 80 to 85 pitches.

Michael Busch Powers Cubs Past Reds With Go-Ahead HR

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Michael Busch delivered a key performance for the Chicago Cubs, hitting a go-ahead home run in the sixth inning to secure a 5-2 win over the Cincinnati Reds. Busch also reached base after being hit by a pitch and added a single. During the same game, his unusual check-swing foul ball accidentally struck teammate Alex Bregman in the on-deck circle.

Dylan Cease Undergoes Shoulder MRI and Misses Start

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Toronto Blue Jays right-hander Dylan Cease underwent an MRI for right shoulder fatigue and missed his scheduled Wednesday start against Baltimore. Cease struggled in his last outing against Texas, throwing only 2.2 innings. Manager John Schneider noted his velocity has declined recently, and a decision on whether he pitches again depends on the MRI results and Toronto's playoff standing.