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Twins Begin Wild-Card Chase Against White Sox — 1dThe Minnesota Twins head out on a crucial road trip for a six-game stretch against the Chicago White Sox as they chase a wild-card spot with 22 games remaining, with Zebby Matthews aiming for a 10th win after a string of strong starts. The White Sox counter with Erick Fedde, while both clubs focus on key lineup moves and matchups to gain ground in the AL Central and the playoff race.

Marcus Bell games left and every series feels like a must-win now. Fedde's been solid for the Sox so this won't be an easy sweep for Minnesota.

Rocchio’s Grand Slam, Walk-Off Homer Lift Guardians — 8hBrayan Rocchio delivered a historic late-game rally for Cleveland, tying the game with a grand slam and later delivering a ninth-inning walk-off to beat Detroit in the first game of a doubleheader, keeping the Guardians in the AL wild-card race. The performance came as Cleveland weathered a rough start and as manager Stephen Vogt shuffled the lineup, with Rocchio returning to the nine-hole role in a bid to spark the offense.

Chris Dalton Grand slam to tie it then the walk-off? Rocchio was due for a game like this, glad it happened when it mattered.

Rutschman homers twice in emotional return to Baltimore as Red Sox win — 1dAdley Rutschman returned to Camden Yards as a Boston Red Sox, receiving raucous ovations after being traded from the Orioles, and homered on his first at-bat in one game while reflecting on his Baltimore memories. Since the trade, he has battled an elbow injury and a power drought, posting a challenging .170/.500 OPS over 15 games, even as his leadership and defense remain valued as both teams fight for a wild-card spot.

Jared Kim Two homers in your first game back, that's the kind of moment you can't script. Baltimore fans showed real class cheering him.

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Braves eye NL East clinch as Phillies stay hot in September stretch — 5dThe Atlanta Braves enter September riding a seven-game winning streak and a five-game NL East lead, facing a brutal final-month schedule that includes seven division games with the Phillies and a race toward a possible first-round bye with a projected around 97-win finish. Across MLB, wild-card races tighten in both leagues as teams like the Cubs, Phillies, Guardians and others vie for the final spots while analysts project a dramatic stretch run to decide the postseason field.

Dana Whitfield A bye would be huge for this pitching staff to rest up before October. 97 wins feels almost too conservative at this pace.

Padres' Rengifo exits Rays game with knee sprain — 6dPadres infielder Luis Rengifo left Saturday's 7-6 loss to the Rays with a right knee sprain and was carted off for further evaluation, with plans to fly back to San Diego for imaging. The 29-year-old, who has contributed a .291 average in 38 games since joining San Diego, represents a notable loss for a club contending for a wild-card spot.

Marlins beat Royals 6-3, take series opener — 4dThe Miami Marlins defeated the Kansas City Royals 6-3 behind a big day from Graham Pauley, who homered, tripled and drove in four runs after a recall from Triple-A, with Kyle Stowers also homering. Tyler Phillips worked five one-hit innings as Miami held off a late Royals rally, leaving the Marlins three games behind San Diego for the final NL wild card.

Sam Okafor Phillips quietly tossing five one-hit innings gets overshadowed by the offense but that's what set the whole game up.

Pirates blow six-run lead but win on ninth-inning error against Giants — 3dThe Pittsburgh Pirates outlasted the San Francisco Giants 13-12 on a walk-off throwing error by Osleivis Basabe in the ninth inning, after trading blows all game, with Brandon Lowe and Oneil Cruz fueling the Pirates with multi-hit nights. Despite a late Giants rally and a nine-run third inning, Rafael Flores Jr.’s bases-loaded grounder produced the decisive error that capped a wild, back-and-forth showdown.

Dana Whitfield That error on the bases loaded grounder is gonna haunt Basabe, but honestly the Giants pitching let it get to that point.

Yankees call up Brendan Beck, Fried to start — Aug 28, 2026The New York Yankees and the Boston Red Sox are in a pivotal four-game series, with a day-night doubleheader on Saturday that will feature Max Fried coming off the injured list to start one game and Carlos Rodón starting the other as they bolster the rotation for a potential postseason matchup. The series is shaping the AL wild-card race and offering a preview of how both teams’ rotations and health will influence late-season outcomes.

Pokémon unveils first new film in seven years, plus Disney+ deal — 5dThe Pokémon Company announced Pokemon: Wild Card, a full-length animated feature based on the Trading Card Game, starring a TCG player and Mimikyu, with a worldwide release slated for 2027—the franchise’s first new film in seven years. The reveal came at the 2026 World Championships closing ceremony, accompanied by a teaser trailer and emphasis on the competitive TCG narrative, as celebrations marked the 30th anniversary.

Cubs Forge Franchise-Record 30 Unanswered Runs Across Three Games — Aug 26, 2026The Chicago Cubs set a franchise record by scoring 30 consecutive unanswered runs over a three-game stretch against the Mariners and Diamondbacks, including a 19-2 win and a 7-0 shutout before a 5-4 comeback halted the streak. This surge surpassed the previous 29-run mark from 1969 and came as the Cubs held a strong position in the NL Wild Card race ahead of a three-game series with the Reds.

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Cards top Orioles 7-5, halt skid — Aug 27, 2026The St. Louis Cardinals ended a five-game slide with a 7-5 win over the Baltimore Orioles, highlighted by Blaze Jordan’s three-run homer before an ankle injury and Gordon Graceffo’s three perfect innings in a spot start. Ramon Urias connected for a two-run shot for the Orioles, while Cardinals closer Riley O’Brien preserved the lead with his 34th save as St. Louis moved within 5 1/2 games of the NL wild-card race.

Lombard Jr. Day-to-Day After Knee Incident — 5dGeorge Lombard Jr., the Yankees’ 21-year-old rookie shortstop, exited Saturday’s game with right knee discomfort after a check swing, but evaluations found no structural damage and he remains day-to-day with inflammation in the patella. While not ruled out for the rest of the series or the season’s critical stretch, Boone and team officials caution that swelling and discomfort must clear before he can return, potentially affecting the Yankees’ lineup as they chase divisional and wild-card positioning.

Diamondbacks Set for Eight-Game Stretch Versus Cubs, Giants — Aug 21, 2026The Arizona Diamondbacks face an eight-games-in-seven-days stretch, juggling a homestand against the Reds and Cubs while trying to stay in the NL wild-card race amid Ketel Marte's knee injury and a recent rough patch. After a standout return by Jordan Lawlar and solid showings from pitchers like Michael Soroka, the club is aiming to regain momentum as the chase for the postseason intensifies with rivals including the Cubs leading the wild-card race.

Guardians beat Angels 4-2, reach .500 — Aug 24, 2026The Cleveland Guardians kept their postseason push alive with a 4-2 win over the Los Angeles Angels, extending a five-game winning streak and closing in on the AL Central lead while staying in the mix for the third wild-card spot. Parker Messick earned his 10th win as Cleveland improved to 66-66, with Jo Adell contributing in the Angels’ lineup during the same game.

Orioles Rally Past Cardinals to Stay in Wild-Card Race — Aug 23, 2026Samuel Basallo delivered a clutch pinch-hit two-run homer to tie the game, and Dylan Beavers followed with a pinch-hit double to score the automatic runner for a 3-2 extra-inning win, helping the Orioles inch closer to a wild-card berth. Basallo’s timely hitting has been a key factor in Baltimore’s late-inning rallies against the Rays as the team fights for a postseason spot.

Rockies end skid with 3-1 win over Nationals — Aug 25, 2026Colorado Rockies outfielder Hunter Goodman returned from a shoulder injury to homer in a 3-1 win over the Washington Nationals, snapping a seven-game skid and highlighting a 35-homer season. Rookie Mason Adams contributed a quality start in his big-league debut, with Mark Manfredi earning the win and Jordan Romano closing out the save as Colorado benefited from a late scoring sequence on a wild pitch.

Dodgers announce starting lineup vs Pirates — Aug 21, 2026Multiple MLB series highlight the weekend, including the Dodgers hosting the Pirates with Yoshinobu Yamamoto slated to face Bubba Chandler and the Astros facing the Athletics as Houston chases the AL West lead. In the National League, the Rockies welcome the Guardians in a three-game set with the wild-card race intensifying, while Colorado aims to bounce back from a rough stretch and Cleveland contends for a postseason spot, with injury reports and probable starters outlined for both matchups.

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Diamondbacks rout Reds 9-0 as Lawlar shines — Aug 22, 2026The Arizona Diamondbacks rolled to a 9-0 victory over the Cincinnati Reds as Jordan Lawlar hit a two-run homer and drove in a career-best three RBIs, part of a multi-hit effort that highlighted a dominant offensive showing. Eduardo Rodríguez pitched effectively to improve his season coverage in a game the D-backs built a 6-0 lead early, with four stolen bases and Arizona remaining in the NL wild-card race.

Watch: Mahomes Reacts to ‘Wild’ Conspiracy Theory the Super Bowl Was ‘Scripted’Reporting — Feb 13, 2024Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes is reacting to a “wild” conspiracy theory that Super Bowl 58 was scripted for political reasons. After Chiefs’ victory at the big game, their third in five years and second…

Phillies Cardinals Series Tests Wild-Card Push — Aug 10, 2026The Phillies and Cardinals meet in a pivotal three-game series at Busch Stadium with NL Wild Card implications, as Philadelphia seeks to extend momentum and shore up its bullpen while St. Louis hopes its rising offense can carry them. The series pits Andrew Painter against Hunter Dobbins, with park and weather factors likely boosting scoring as stars on both sides—Harper and Schwarber for the Phillies, and Walker and Burleson for the Cardinals—fuel the contest.

Mariners walk off Cubs in 10th — Aug 22, 2026Leo Rivas delivered a walk-off single in the 10th inning to lift the Seattle Mariners to a 6-5 win over the Chicago Cubs, capping a drama-filled opener at T-Mobile Park highlighted by Cal Raleigh’s early three-run homer and Alex Bregman’s later two homers for the Cubs. The result keeps Seattle four games behind Houston in the AL West, while the Cubs extend their NL wild-card lead as Emerson Hancock steadied after a rough first inning and Pete Crow-Armstrong and Bregman provided key moments on both sides.

NHL Team Enrages Leftists by Refusing to Wear Scheduled LGBT Jerseys Just Before GameReporting — Mar 9, 2023An NHL team didn’t get fully aboard the LGBT bandwagon Tuesday, and now some activists want it sent to the penalty box. The Minnesota Wild enraged its leftist fans by not following through on a plan to have players wear…

Arenado's grand slam powers D-backs 9-0 rout — Aug 11, 2026Nolan Arenado's first-inning grand slam propelled the Arizona Diamondbacks to a 9-0 win over the Colorado Rockies, highlighting Michael Soroka's scoreless return and Zack Littell's strong relief debut. The victory moved Arizona to eight games over .500 and solidified its position in the NL wild-card race as the team pours it on during a late-season surge.

Michigan Star Reveals Key Factor in Dominating Win Over Ohio State: ‘We Have Love for the Lord’Opinion — Nov 28, 2022For anyone who spent Saturday recovering from an L-tryptophan or football overdose, you missed perhaps the most exciting blowout game in recent college football memory. Michigan crushed Ohio State 45-23 in a wild…

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