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Last updated: September 19, 2026, 6:09 AM ET

Injury Report

Houston Astros shortstop Carlos Correa will undergo ankle surgery, ending his 2026 season after doctors halted his comeback bid. The New York Yankees placed three-time AL MVP Aaron Judge back on the injured list with a calf strain, and manager Aaron Boone said he is "not going to predict anything" regarding a timeline. The New York Mets will be without first baseman Jared Young for the remainder of the season after he sustained a concussion in a collision; the 31-year-old was at home resting and recovering.

Dodgers & Ohtani

The Los Angeles Dodgers welcomed closer Edwin Diaz back from a monthlong absence due to injury, and he is ready for the series against the Giants. Meanwhile, Shohei Ohtani is making "productive" progress with his swing while on the injured list, though he has not yet faced live pitching.

Clinch & Milestones

The Atlanta Braves clinched their eighth playoff berth in nine years with a win over the Astros, returning to the postseason after missing out last season. Cleveland Guardians star Jose Ramirez reached 1,000 career RBIs with a sixth-inning homer in a 5-3 win over the Athletics on Friday, a milestone teammate and manager alike called "incredible."

Rising Star

Milwaukee Brewers phenom Jacob Misiorowski has authored one of the most electrifying seasons in recent memory, with a Cy Young-caliber campaign built on a fastball that has touched 105 mph. Those who have watched him describe the pitch as "like a flash."

October Outlook

With some teams already clinching postseason berths and others making a late push, the latest MLB Power Rankings show contenders on the move ahead of October. A separate breakdown identifies the fatal flaws threatening every contender, from Milwaukee's power concerns to the Dodgers' late-inning struggles.

Fantasy Baseball

For Saturday's slate, fantasy managers should consider adding Christian Scott for his strikeout upside, according to the latest lineup advice covering everything needed to set rosters.