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Buffalo Wild Wings closes California locations before seasonBusiness — 3dBuffalo Wild Wings is closing two California locations in 2026 as part of a broader footprint reduction across several states, while the brand leans into nostalgia-driven menu items to draw diners during football season. Analysts say the moves reflect strategic portfolio pruning rather than retreat, with the company continuing to operate widely and focus on takeout and franchising in other markets.

Pirates blow six-run lead but win on ninth-inning error against Giants — 6hThe 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.

Riley Greene returns from hamstring injury as Tigers chase playoff hopes — 22hThe Detroit Tigers activated three-time All-Star Riley Greene off the injured list, with him set to start in left field and hit cleanup as they host the Minnesota Twins, hoping his return sparks an offense that has struggled for weeks. His reintroduction is aimed at providing energy and stability to a lineup that has fallen out of contention, as Detroit tries to rebound from a rough stretch and chase a Wild Card.

Tom Gallagher Hope his hamstring actually holds up this time, rushing him back for a playoff push isn't worth risking a setback later.

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Williams Sisters Secure US Open Doubles Wild Card — Aug 26, 2026Serena and Venus Williams have been awarded wild cards to compete in the US Open doubles, reuniting for what is expected to be a high-profile run at Flushing Meadows. The legendary pair, aged 44 and 46, have claimed the US Open doubles titles twice and already showed they can compete with top talent in recent doubles play, rekindling excitement for a potential deep run this year.

Marlins beat Royals 6-3, take series opener — 1dThe 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.

Padres place Sheets, Rengifo on 10-day IL — 3dThe San Diego Padres placed Gavin Sheets on the 10-day injured list with a left foot sprain and Luis Rengifo on the 10-day IL with a right knee sprain, while recalling Sung-Mun Song and activating Samad Taylor to bolster the roster. The injuries come as San Diego competes for the final NL wild-card spot.

Pokémon unveils first new film in seven years, plus Disney+ deal — 2dThe 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.

Padres' Rengifo exits Rays game with knee sprain — 3dPadres 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.

Alan Jackson's Livin' on Love Remains Generational Hit — 5dA collection of 1980s–1990s hits remains culturally potent: Alan Jackson’s Livin’ on Love endures as a 1994 No. 1 country classic about lifelong partnership; Eddie Money’s Take Me Home Tonight, featuring Ronnie Spector, revived 60s nostalgia and reached the top five; The Escape Club’s Wild, Wild West dominated the US charts yet never charted in the UK; Phil Collins’ Against All Odds finds new life in GTA VI’s soundtrack; George Michael’s Monkey topped the US charts in 1988 from the Faith era, noted for its candid look at addiction. Together, these stories illustrate how older pop and rock songs continue to reappear in media and reach new audiences decades after their initial release.

Reds edge Padres 4-3 on eighth-inning bases-loaded single — 1dJose Trevino delivered a bases-loaded single in the eighth to lift the Reds to a 4-3 win over the Padres, with an insurance sac fly from Juan Brito after Elly De La Cruz scored earlier. Fernando Tatis Jr. homered twice for San Diego, but Emilio Pagán secured his 20th save as Cincinnati pitchers shut down the late threat. Lodolo yielded two earned runs over six innings as Cincinnati moved to a 66-73 record while Padres remained in the wild-card mix.

Rachel Meyers Tatis going deep twice wasn't enough to bail out that bullpen down the stretch. Padres need more from the pen if they want that wild card spot.

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Lombard Jr. Day-to-Day After Knee Incident — 3dGeorge 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.

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.

Braves eye NL East clinch as Phillies stay hot in September stretch — 2dThe 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.

Yankees call up Brendan Beck, Fried to start — 4dThe 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.

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.

Padres rally past Twins 7-5, stay in wild-card — Aug 22, 2026The San Diego Padres used a seventh‑inning rally to beat the Minnesota Twins 7-5, keeping themselves in contention for a National League wild-card spot while Ty France provided key run support as he continues a standout season. France’s Player Weekend baguette-and-flag bat highlighted his production, part of a breakout year that includes 18 homers and a .293 average, complementing a Padres lineup led by stars like Manny Machado and Jake Cronenworth.

Cardinals Beat Pirates as Mathews Earns MLB Win — 4dRookie left-hander Quinn Mathews earned his first major league win by working 5 2/3 innings of one-run ball, and Jimmy Crooks delivered a two-run homer as the St. Louis Cardinals defeated the Pittsburgh Pirates 4-1, with Walker contributing multiple hits. The win keeps the Cardinals within reach in the NL wild-card race as they pull ahead 6-2 this season against the Pirates and rely on a strong bullpen finish after Mathews exited.

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Sosa's pinch-hit grand slam lifts Phillies over Angels — 4dEdmundo Sosa delivered a pinch-hit go-ahead grand slam in the ninth to lift the Phillies to a 5-3 win over the Angels, in a dramatic rally that followed Meckler's near-homer robbery and capped Philadelphia’s second ninth-inning comeback in a week. The feat made Sosa one of the Phillies’ few players to hit a pinch-hit, go-ahead grand slam in the ninth, as the team narrowed the wild-card race and extended their NL East lead in the standings.

Yankees Lead AL Wild Card Race Over Red Sox — Aug 26, 2026Cody Bellinger has established himself as a premier defender for the Yankees, leading in Defensive Runs Saved and other metrics while delivering clutch plays such as a go-ahead, center-field fence hit against the Astros. He also ended a lengthy homer drought with a three-run shot after returning from the injured list, contributing to a season where he remains a central figure in New York’s playoff push.

Cards top Orioles 7-5, halt skid — 5dThe 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.

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.

Holliday three-hit night powers Orioles rout Cardinals — Aug 26, 2026Jackson Holliday supplied three hits as the Orioles routed the Cardinals 13-1 in St. Louis, aiming to fuel a late-season push as he works to rebound from a slower August and move back into a top-of-the-order role. The series at Busch Stadium highlighted his family ties, with his father Matt Holliday watching and sharing memories, as Baltimore remains within striking distance of a wild-card spot.

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.

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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