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Last updated: August 28, 2026, 3:56 AM ET

AL East

The Yankees' infield defense remains a liability as George Lombard Jr. committed an error for a sixth consecutive game in Thursday's 5-1 loss to Houston, tying a franchise mark that had stood since 1921. Aaron Judge, meanwhile, is progressing well from his injury and adamantly declared he will not need a rehab assignment before rejoining the lineup.

Astros & Pitching

Houston's pitching staff is getting a familiar voice back in the clubhouse, as Brent Strom will return as a consultant five years after departing. The move comes amid a rough stretch for the rotation and bullpen, and the team is hoping his expertise can steady the staff down the stretch.

Braves & Dodgers

Chris Sale delivered a vintage performance, throwing his first complete game since 2019 and touching 100 mph twice — both against Shohei Ohtani — as Atlanta swept the Dodgers. Sale's electric outing lowered his season ERA to 2.29, and he emphatically staked his claim to the mound with a "this is mine" mentality.

Rays Stadium

The Tampa City Council voted narrowly, 4-3, to approve a $2.3 billion deal for a new Rays ballpark, mixing public and private funding. The deal is contentious among locals but appears to clear the way for the team's long-term residency in the region.

Farm Systems

With the trade deadline behind us, the Brewers boast the best farm system in baseball, displacing last year's leader. Minnesota is also trending upward, having just recalled Walker Jenkins while Byron Buxton's health remains an open question.

Offseason & Power Rankings

MLB has proposed a dramatic shift to the winter calendar, seeking a December shopping window modeled after the NFL and NBA, with a full ban on trades during the pause. As September looms, the latest power rankings have a surprise NL team cracking the top three.

Off the Field

The White Sox made an unusual papal visit at the Vatican, giving Pope Leo XIV a team-themed miter — the second custom hat interaction after the club's Aug. 11 promo at home against Cincinnati.