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MLB Power Rankings: Which teams are rising -- and falling -- in mid-September?
With a few weeks left in the regular season, the 2026 postseason picture is taking shape -- with one team jumping up our list amid a playoff push.[read more]

🏆 Playoff tracker: Clinching scenarios, matchups
From current playoff matchups to league races to the postseason schedule, we have everything you need.[read more]

Harimoto, the Japanese 'Hit Machine,' dies at 86
Isao Harimoto, the baseball great who survived the atomic bombing of Hiroshima and still holds Japan's hits record, has died at 86.[read more]

Brewers send Sproat to minors after 'unacceptable' ninth vs. Cubs
The Brewers sent pitcher Brandon Sproat back to Triple-A Nashville after he allowed four runs in the ninth inning of an 8-6 victory over the Cubs.[read more]

Braves' Thomas to IL after batting cage injury
Braves outfielder Lane Thomas is headed to the 15-day IL with an intercostal injury after hurting himself in the batting cage before Thursday's game vs. the Rays.[read more]

Volpe rejoins Yankees with Chisholm placed on IL
Anthony Volpe rejoined the Yankees on Thursday after the team placed second baseman Jazz Chisholm Jr. on the 10-day injured list with a thumb sprain.[read more]

Ohtani heads to IL; Dodgers calling up top prospect De Paula to play DH
The Dodgers are putting Shohei Ohtani on the 15-day injured list and will call up top prospect Josue De Paula from Double-A to temporarily take his place at designated hitter, manager Dave Roberts said.[read more]

Pirates put 14-game winner Ashcraft on 15-day IL
The Pirates placed All-Star right-hander Braxton Ashcraft on the 15-day injured list due to right arm discomfort.[read more]

Passan's early MLB free agency intel
Front offices are already thinking ahead to the offseason. Here are the storylines and names to know.[read more]

News and notes: Ohtani, Chisholm to the IL and more for Thursday
All of the important fantasy spin and actionable takeaways resulting from the latest baseball news.[read more]