

One X-factor who could lead every MLB playoff team on a World Series run
In such a wide-open season, one player can make the difference between an early exit and winning it all.Headlines

MLB Insider: 6 trade deadline moves that will have a huge impact on October
With the postseason looming, we're starting to get a sense of which teams won the trade deadline — and which might've let their World Series hopes slip away.
Ozzie Albies and 6 Braves to blame as Atlanta's September swoon hits a crisis point
The gap between Atlanta and the top of the NL is only getting wider, and answers don't appear to be forthcoming.
It's officially time for Mets fans to start being normal about Pete Alonso
New York welcomed the Polar Bear back to Citi Field with open arms and a raucous ovation. And then things got ... weird.
Dodgers magic number and clinching scenarios: Skubal can solidify his place in history
After a nervy few weeks, Los Angeles is rounding back into form at the right time yet again.
Why Rafael Devers injury shouldn't overshadow his Giants resurgence
San Francisco Giants fans should be all-in on Rafael Devers’ unexpected renaissance, and his second-half surge is driven by one key stat.Free Agency






MLB magic numbers and playoff picture with the season coming to a close
The MLB Postseason is around the corner, but which MLB Playoff teams are closest to clinching? That's what MLB magic numbers are for. The Braves and Dodgers could be celebrating soon.
How Ronald Acuña Jr. has dominated the Phillies, explained
Atlanta Braves outfielder Ronald Acuña Jr. has terrorized the Philadelphia Phillies, and that's bad news ahead of a potential postseason meeting.
Predicting what the MLB Wild Card standings will look like a week from now
The Boston Red Sox, San Diego Padres, and Cleveland Guardians are among the teams looking to climb the Wild Card standings in the coming days.
Why every MLB non-playoff team should still have hope
Even MLB teams likely to miss the playoffs have a reason to hope for a brighter future, including the Rockies, Mariners and Pirates, among 11 others.
These Chicago White Sox are to blame for making the AL Central race way too close
The Chicago White Sox are in free fall and the AL Central crown hangs in the balance — not to mention their place in the postseason. Who's to blame?MLB Rumors






Cam Schlittler is forcing a historic Yankees conversation ahead of the postseason
Could New York Yankees ace Cam Schlittler become the second pitcher in franchise history to win the AL MVP Award?
Another Willson Contreras tantrum casts doubt over his looming Red Sox return
Even in a minor-league rehab game, Boston Red Sox first baseman Willson Contreras couldn't contain himself from throwing a tantrum after he wasn't allowed to apply pine tar.
Sources: Matt Strahm undergoes season-ending knee surgery, will be ready for 2027
Veteran left-handed reliever Matt Strahm underwent successful right knee surgery and will miss the remainder of the 2026 season, sources say. He’s expected to b
Byron Buxton injury update should force Twins to finally be the villain amid trade rumors
How much longer can Minnesota afford to play this game?
