MLB Baseball 24 Hours

Last updated: September 19, 2026, 2:01 PM ET

José Ramírez Reaches 1,000 RBIs

José Ramírez launched a homer in the sixth inning of Cleveland's 5-3 win over the Athletics, becoming the latest Guardian to reach 1,000 career RBIs. The milestone homer proved decisive as Cleveland held on late.

Braves Punch Their Postseason Ticket

Atlanta clinched a playoff berth with a win over Houston, securing the franchise's eighth postseason appearance in nine years after missing out last season. The victory underscored Atlanta's resilience following a disappointing 2025 campaign.

Injury Woes Mount Across the League

Houston shortstop Carlos Correa will miss the rest of the season after doctors ordered ankle surgery, halting his comeback bid. The Yankees placed Aaron Judge back on the IL with a calf strain, and manager Aaron Boone said he is "not going to predict anything" regarding a timeline. The Mets lost first baseman Jared Young for the season after a collision left the 31-year-old recovering from a concussion.

Ohtani and Díaz Progress Toward Returns

Shohei Ohtani is progressing with his swing while on the injured list, though he has yet to face live pitching. The Dodgers welcomed closer Edwin Díaz back from the IL after a monthlong absence, restoring a key late-inning arm for the stretch run.

Misiorowski's Historic Season

Jacob Misiorowski's epic season has captivated the sport, with the Cy Young favorite unleashing a fastball that one observer described as "like a flash" at 105 mph. Those who have watched him closely say his dominance is unlike anything they have seen.

Playoff Picture and Power Rankings

The playoff tracker lays out current matchups, league races, and clinching scenarios as October approaches. MLB's power rankings show contenders jockeying for position, with some teams already locked in and others surging. A separate analysis of fatal October flaws examines whether weaknesses like Milwaukee's power or Los Angeles' struggles will sink their postseason hopes.

Fantasy Focus

For Saturday's action, fantasy managers are advised to add Christian Scott for strikeout upside, among other lineup recommendations ahead of the day's games.