https://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastballhttps://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/juan-soto-joins-exclusive-club-with-albert-pujols-3-hall-of-famers-pat3?utm_source=RSSPatrick McAvoy01m3ashggtvjThe New York Mets superstar put himself in the company of some of the game's best.Thu, 24 Sep 2026 23:17:56 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/cubs-white-sox-s-playoff-berths-make-history-in-wild-day-for-chicago-pat3?utm_source=RSSPatrick McAvoy01m3akew3anwIt was a dream-like day for the city of Chicago on Thursday.Thu, 24 Sep 2026 21:16:40 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/ben-rice-makes-yankees-history-as-race-for-al-home-run-title-heats-up-justin3?utm_source=RSSJustin Binkowski01m3a9tehy7cFirst baseman Ben Rice etched his name in New York Yankees history while also making the race to lead the American League in home runs even more interesting.Thu, 24 Sep 2026 20:16:17 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/al-west-on-verge-of-historic-new-low-for-division-winner-curt9?utm_source=RSSCurt Bishop01m3a91g1r2pThe AL West has been the weakest division in baseball this year, and it could prove to be the most historically weak division in the game's history.Thu, 24 Sep 2026 18:18:55 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/2-fits-for-max-scherzer-if-he-doesn-t-retire-after-2026-curt9?utm_source=RSSCurt Bishop01m39z48j4pbMax Scherzer hasn't confirmed what his next steps are, but these two teams could make sense for him if he doesn't retire.Thu, 24 Sep 2026 15:24:57 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/chris-sale-was-counted-out-now-he-s-defying-father-time-at-37-pat3?utm_source=RSSPatrick McAvoy01m39t8ne820Chris Sale has been one of the best overall stories in baseball throughout the 2026 season.Thu, 24 Sep 2026 14:43:29 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/aaron-judge-gives-his-own-update-on-status-for-al-wild-card-series-justin3?utm_source=RSSJustin Binkowski01m388ngd856New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge has shared significant news on the plan for the three-time MVP heading into the 2026 MLB playoffs. Thu, 24 Sep 2026 01:49:26 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/justin-verlander-vs-max-scherzer-rivalry-may-have-1-more-surprise-twist-pat3?utm_source=RSSPatrick McAvoy01m38255t6jtIt's going to be a big weekend across Major League Baseball.Wed, 23 Sep 2026 21:42:03 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/orioles-pete-alonso-in-truly-historic-mlb-company-with-305th-homer-pat3?utm_source=RSSPatrick McAvoy01m37x1mdjm6The Baltimore Orioles have potentially the most consistent elite slugger in baseball.Wed, 23 Sep 2026 20:07:56 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/impact-of-shohei-ohtani-s-return-on-dodgers-playoff-picture-curt9?utm_source=RSSCurt Bishop01m37v6ch3h5Shohei Ohtani should be back on Wednesday. Here's how it impacts the Dodgers and the playoff race.Wed, 23 Sep 2026 19:39:48 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/everything-at-stake-in-mlb-s-final-week-playoff-picture-races-and-more-pat3?utm_source=RSSPatrick McAvoy01m378wjf8z1Things aren't completely sorted in the MLB playoff race just yet.Wed, 23 Sep 2026 14:33:16 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/ronald-acuna-jr-injury-impact-on-nl-playoff-race-braves-pat3?utm_source=RSSPatrick McAvoy01m35wr7msayThe Atlanta Braves star could swing the NL playoff race if he misses time. Wed, 23 Sep 2026 01:26:56 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/mlb-s-biggest-world-series-dark-horse-should-be-crystal-clear-now-pat3?utm_source=RSSPatrick McAvoy01m35e24437nIt's going to be a fun few weeks across Major League Baseball, to say the least.Tue, 22 Sep 2026 21:09:26 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/red-sox-mets-lock-in-what-s-next-in-mlb-s-managerial-revolving-door-pat3?utm_source=RSSPatrick McAvoy01m35ct68aebThere are two manager jobs already off the table across Major League Baseball.Tue, 22 Sep 2026 20:47:38 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/aaron-boone-shares-playoff-altering-injury-update-on-yankees-aaron-judge-justin3?utm_source=RSSJustin Binkowski01m34ztzjh46New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone provided the latest news on outfielder Aaron Judge. Here's how Judge's injury could impact the MLB playoffs as a whole.Tue, 22 Sep 2026 20:33:39 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/tarik-skubal-sweepstakes-early-twist-months-before-free-agency-pat3?utm_source=RSSPatrick McAvoy01m34r635ca4The Tarik Skubal sweepstakes already is interesting a few months before free agency.Tue, 22 Sep 2026 14:57:32 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/aaron-judge-injury-yankees-impact-reshaping-al-playoff-race-pat3?utm_source=RSSPatrick McAvoy01m32r7na97cAll eyes in the American League are on the New York Yankees and Aaron Judge.Mon, 21 Sep 2026 22:00:03 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/blue-jays-get-last-chance-lifeline-in-al-wild-card-race-pat3?utm_source=RSSPatrick McAvoy01m32px2yt86Could the AL Wild Card race end up being flipped at the last second?Mon, 21 Sep 2026 19:44:15 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/alex-bregman-injury-impact-on-cubs-nl-playoff-race-curt9?utm_source=RSSCurt Bishop01m32nh3jwjrHere is what Alex Bregman's injury could mean for the Cubs and the playoff race.Mon, 21 Sep 2026 19:27:01 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/cubs-pete-crow-armstrong-close-to-landing-on-list-every-star-wishes-pat3?utm_source=RSSPatrick McAvoy01m32f58avh6The Chicago Cubs superstar is having himself a season for the ages.Mon, 21 Sep 2026 17:27:36 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/blue-jays-astros-orioles-closing-in-as-al-elimination-numbers-drop-pat3?utm_source=RSSPatrick McAvoy01m326qgk0trThere are three more teams in the American League who will be eliminated shortly.Mon, 21 Sep 2026 15:09:40 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/cam-schlittler-enters-mlb-history-with-sandy-koufax-bob-gibson-during-cy-young-race-justin3?utm_source=RSSJustin Binkowski01m2zmd3f4mnNew York Yankees right-hander Cam Schlittler continues to add his name to historic company, this time joining a couple of Hall of Famers. Sun, 20 Sep 2026 17:23:50 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/aaron-judge-injury-casts-negative-shadow-over-al-playoff-race-pat3?utm_source=RSSPatrick McAvoy01m2zn8gnb21The American League playoff race looks completely different with Aaron Judge on the shelf. Sun, 20 Sep 2026 15:42:48 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/juan-soto-joins-alex-rodriguez-ken-griffey-jr-in-exclusive-group-of-mlb-stars-justin3?utm_source=RSSJustin Binkowski01m2xa68epjrNew York Mets outfielder Juan Soto is officially one of just four players in MLB history to achieve a rare feat. Sat, 19 Sep 2026 20:04:46 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/padres-cubs-phillies-bracing-for-wild-nl-playoff-race-finish-pat3?utm_source=RSSPatrick McAvoy01m2x6ds226sThings are getting a bit wild in the National League Wild Card race with the Chicago Cubs, San Diego Padres and the Philadelphia Phillies.Sat, 19 Sep 2026 17:00:00 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/mlb-power-rankings-6-non-playoff-teams-built-to-surprise-in-2027-pat3?utm_source=RSSPatrick McAvoy01m2wxpp0vcfThere are a few teams out there that could certainly turn things around before the 2027 season.Sat, 19 Sep 2026 13:58:44 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/the-al-rookie-of-the-year-candidate-nobody-is-talking-about-pat3?utm_source=RSSPatrick McAvoy01m2vmp4caatThe Los Angeles Angels rookie has looked like a legit star throughout the 2026 season.Sat, 19 Sep 2026 01:57:16 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/al-power-rankings-immediately-after-yankees-aaron-judge-lands-on-il-pat3?utm_source=RSSPatrick McAvoy01m2tar037ksThings are getting interesting in the American League, to say the least.Fri, 18 Sep 2026 23:02:13 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/yankees-lose-aaron-judge-and-suddenly-al-looks-wide-open-pat3?utm_source=RSSPatrick McAvoy01m2v6rjesf1The New York Yankees just took a significant hit in the American League playoff race.Fri, 18 Sep 2026 22:04:41 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/3-nl-wild-card-hopefuls-that-could-be-eliminated-tonight-curt9?utm_source=RSSCurt Bishop01m2ttvmcf7wThese playoff hopefuls could be eliminated by the end of the day, making the picture much clearer with one week to go.Fri, 18 Sep 2026 18:22:45 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/braves-red-sox-cubs-near-the-finish-line-as-magic-numbers-fall-pat3?utm_source=RSSPatrick McAvoy01m2tbttt6s3Get ready for a few more celebrations across Major League Baseball over the weekend. Fri, 18 Sep 2026 13:53:56 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/mlb-may-never-see-another-run-like-the-dodgers-again-pat3?utm_source=RSSPatrick McAvoy01m2rgs98215MLB fans may not see a run more dominant than the Los Angeles Dodgers' for years to come.Thu, 17 Sep 2026 21:24:57 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/sandy-alcantara-did-something-mlb-hasn-t-seen-since-randy-johnson-pat3?utm_source=RSSPatrick McAvoy01m2qtytexp9The Miami Marlins hurler has had himself a good week, to say the least.Thu, 17 Sep 2026 14:55:33 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/4-most-overrated-mlb-teams-in-playoff-picture-including-cubs-pat3?utm_source=RSSPatrick McAvoy01m2ncqjrj9fIt's going to be a wild few weeks, to say the least. Thu, 17 Sep 2026 01:59:31 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/latest-aaron-judge-injury-scare-could-shake-up-al-east-playoff-picture-justin3?utm_source=RSSJustin Binkowski01m2pameqe0zNew York Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge might be dealing with another injury. Here's what that could mean for the AL East race. Thu, 17 Sep 2026 01:18:45 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/fernando-tatis-jr-had-one-of-mlb-s-wildest-turnarounds-of-2026-pat3?utm_source=RSSPatrick McAvoy01m2n81kyad4Fernando Tatis Jr. has had one of the most surprising seasons in Major League Baseball in 2026. Wed, 16 Sep 2026 14:39:41 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/rays-junior-caminero-continues-to-stake-his-claim-for-2026-al-mvp-justin3?utm_source=RSSJustin Binkowski01m2kwnbgpkxAll-Star slugger Junior Caminero has been a big part of the Tampa Bay Rays' success this year. As a result, he's making the 2026 AL MVP race more interesting.Wed, 16 Sep 2026 03:52:16 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/how-latest-carlos-correa-injury-news-impacts-astros-al-west-race-justin3?utm_source=RSSJustin Binkowski01m2kjn20vdtThe Houston Astros have shared significant news on veteran infielder Carlos Correa. Here's what this latest development means for the battle to win the AL West.Wed, 16 Sep 2026 01:08:01 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/jesus-luzardo-injury-shakes-up-nl-wild-card-race-hurts-phillies-pat3?utm_source=RSSPatrick McAvoy01m2kre0xgh5The National League playoff push took a hit with Jesús Luzardo landing on the Injured List.Wed, 16 Sep 2026 00:34:02 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/mlb-playoff-elimination-numbers-mariners-cardinals-orioles-nearing-end-pat3?utm_source=RSSPatrick McAvoy01m2k1vavn07The clock is ticking on a few teams in Major League Baseball with the season winding down.Tue, 15 Sep 2026 17:51:43 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/blue-jays-kazuma-okamoto-keeps-climbing-mlb-s-record-books-pat3?utm_source=RSSPatrick McAvoy01m2jns63bzdIt sure looks like the Toronto Blue Jays got a steal in Kazuma Okamoto. Tue, 15 Sep 2026 14:56:47 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/mlb-playoff-picture-takes-turn-as-dodgers-yankees-clinch-pat3?utm_source=RSSPatrick McAvoy01m2jeyy5yt7The Los Angeles Dodgers and the New York Yankees have punched their ticket to the postseason.Tue, 15 Sep 2026 12:15:52 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/phillies-could-be-the-nl-s-most-dangerous-non-division-leader-pat3?utm_source=RSSPatrick McAvoy01m2gwcprwa0The Philadelphia Phillies are a team that is built for October.Mon, 14 Sep 2026 21:47:13 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/could-yankees-cam-schlittler-actually-win-the-2026-american-league-mvp-justin3?utm_source=RSSJustin Binkowski01m2gm7rskctNew York Yankees right-hander Cam Schlittler has been one of the best pitchers in baseball this year. That may lead to him receiving some AL MVP votes.Mon, 14 Sep 2026 20:33:02 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/blue-jays-suddenly-look-like-al-s-biggest-dark-horse-pat3?utm_source=RSSPatrick McAvoy01m2gdq494nbThe Toronto Blue Jays have gotten themselves back into the hunt for a playoff spot.Mon, 14 Sep 2026 17:30:58 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/dodgers-yankees-more-on-verge-of-clinching-2026-mlb-playoff-spots-pat3?utm_source=RSSPatrick McAvoy01m2g0dwpv2hThe Los Angeles Dodgers, New York Yankees and a few other contenders are about to land playoff spots.Mon, 14 Sep 2026 13:27:53 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/astros-may-have-hail-mary-coming-for-al-playoff-race-pat3?utm_source=RSSPatrick McAvoy01m2dm98khw8The Houston Astros could be a surprise team to watch in the AL playoff race.Sun, 13 Sep 2026 16:30:00 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/yankees-red-sox-and-rays-major-weaknesses-before-al-playoffs-pat3?utm_source=RSSPatrick McAvoy01m294jpy4m5There are three teams clearly above all else in the American League.Sun, 13 Sep 2026 14:51:25 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/mlb-playoff-power-rankings-yankees-drop-outside-top-2-brewers-rising-pat3?utm_source=RSSPatrick McAvoy01m2az1ay5fnWho should be considered the favorite for the 2026 World Series?Sat, 12 Sep 2026 14:37:20 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/red-sox-yankees-playoff-race-setting-up-for-a-wild-finish-pat3?utm_source=RSSPatrick McAvoy01m29fv6sy5vThe Boston Red Sox and the New York Yankees are on a collision course right now.Sat, 12 Sep 2026 00:55:32 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/dansby-swanson-could-throw-a-twist-into-cubs-phillies-wild-card-race-pat3?utm_source=RSSPatrick McAvoy01m294khzrhpThe top National League Wild Card spot hasn't been determined and another big variable is coming into the mix.Fri, 11 Sep 2026 21:27:09 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/dodgers-brewers-phillies-and-braves-fatal-flaws-before-nl-playoffs-pat3?utm_source=RSSPatrick McAvoy01m28j271ad6Who is going to come out of the National League playoffs and make a run to the World Series?Fri, 11 Sep 2026 15:57:30 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/mets-bo-bichette-expected-to-opt-out-4-teams-stand-out-pat3?utm_source=RSSPatrick McAvoy01m28bd8vwamIf Bo Bichette opts out of his deal with the New York Mets, he should have plenty of suitors.Fri, 11 Sep 2026 14:06:11 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/luis-robert-jr-sweepstakes-almost-went-very-differently-pat3?utm_source=RSSPatrick McAvoy01m285ym57tcThe Baltimore Orioles aren't the only team that was interested in former All-Star Luis Robert Jr. Fri, 11 Sep 2026 12:31:49 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/jeff-passan-expects-truly-absurd-tarik-skubal-deal-in-free-agency-pat3?utm_source=RSSPatrick McAvoy01m26dp0d7q0The Los Angeles Dodgers ace will be a free agent this winter and can transform the market.Thu, 10 Sep 2026 21:11:57 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/braves-rangers-nearly-made-2026-mlb-trade-deadline-even-wilder-pat3?utm_source=RSSPatrick McAvoy01m25zzpzme0The 2026 MLB trade deadline was wild. While this is the case, there could've been even more moves.Thu, 10 Sep 2026 16:09:07 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/mlb-magic-numbers-a-look-at-the-wild-card-races-with-2026-winding-down-curt9?utm_source=RSSCurt Bishop01m25szpmw7kThe wild card races are relatively close, and soon, teams will secure their spots in the playoffs. Here is how to calculate the magic numbers for each team and where they currently stand.Thu, 10 Sep 2026 14:31:34 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/braves-phillies-locked-into-mlb-s-most-intriguing-playoff-race-pat3?utm_source=RSSPatrick McAvoy01m25s2d0ectThe Philadelphia Phillies and Atlanta Braves are still battling for the top spot in the National League East.Thu, 10 Sep 2026 14:07:42 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/shohei-ohtani-injury-rocks-nl-playoff-race-should-drop-dodgers-pat3?utm_source=RSSPatrick McAvoy01m25jn3mgr4The Los Angeles Dodgers shouldn't be the favorites for the World Series any longer.Thu, 10 Sep 2026 12:10:27 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/yankees-playoff-push-hit-hard-as-jazz-chisholm-goes-down-pat3?utm_source=RSSPatrick McAvoy01m249e23d5bThe New York Yankees look a bit more vulnerable now in the standings after losing Jazz Chisholm.Thu, 10 Sep 2026 00:09:07 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/brewers-dodgers-braves-closing-in-as-nl-division-magic-numbers-drop-pat3?utm_source=RSSPatrick McAvoy01m248f4hagzThe Milwaukee Brewers, Los Angeles Dodgers and the Atlanta Braves have a big few weeks ahead.Wed, 09 Sep 2026 23:52:07 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/mlb-magic-numbers-rays-white-sox-astros-control-al-playoff-races-pat3?utm_source=RSSPatrick McAvoy01m23kwz9vwsThe Tampa Bay Rays, Chicago White Sox and the Houston Astros are right where they want to be.Wed, 09 Sep 2026 17:53:28 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/mlb-playoff-elimination-numbers-blue-jays-mariners-mets-in-trouble-pat3?utm_source=RSSPatrick McAvoy01m2377nqc0tThere are just a few weeks left to go in the 2026 Major League Baseball regular season.Wed, 09 Sep 2026 14:57:12 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/phillies-kyle-schwarber-keeps-climbing-mlb-homer-record-books-pat3?utm_source=RSSPatrick McAvoy01m21d86xf7bThe Philadelphia Phillies superstar continues to find ways to make MLB history.Tue, 08 Sep 2026 21:20:20 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/blue-jays-may-have-hail-mary-for-al-wild-card-race-pat3?utm_source=RSSPatrick McAvoy01m214h223veThe Toronto Blue Jays may have another big piece on the way before the 2026 season ends.Tue, 08 Sep 2026 18:45:49 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/jeff-passan-discusses-mlb-expansion-which-city-holds-most-compelling-case-curt9?utm_source=RSSCurt Bishop01m212khj4pgJeff Passan discusses cities looking for an expansion MLB team in the next few years and which one holds the inside track.Tue, 08 Sep 2026 18:19:22 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/3-teams-that-can-be-counted-out-of-mlb-playoff-race-curt9?utm_source=RSSCurt Bishop01m20wbfscm5These three teams are watching their playoff hopes take a hit with less than a month remaining in the season.Tue, 08 Sep 2026 16:32:44 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/mlb-world-series-rankings-after-shohei-ohtani-pitching-news-pat3?utm_source=RSSPatrick McAvoy01m20my9d21fThe Los Angeles Dodgers aren't likely to get Shohei Ohtani back on the mound in 2026.Tue, 08 Sep 2026 15:22:59 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/aaron-judge-returns-as-yankees-suddenly-flip-al-playoff-race-pat3?utm_source=RSSPatrick McAvoy01m1z5vdzxevThe New York Yankees superstar is back and things are different in the American League.Tue, 08 Sep 2026 00:35:45 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/mlb-playoff-rankings-dodgers-red-sox-lead-1st-playoff-picture-pat3?utm_source=RSSPatrick McAvoy01m1yr1kwyghThings are starting to get real across Major League Baseball.Mon, 07 Sep 2026 20:47:57 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/what-latest-shohei-ohtani-injury-news-means-for-dodgers-rest-of-mlb-justin3?utm_source=RSSJustin Binkowski01m1wh7yxcpaLos Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts has provided some significant comments on superstar Shohei Ohtani. Here's what this means for the league as a whole.Mon, 07 Sep 2026 03:20:17 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/mlb-power-rankings-dodgers-unseated-yankees-dangerous-in-top-5-pat3?utm_source=RSSPatrick McAvoy01m1t7t22qyrIt's going to be a wild few weeks across Major League Baseball.Sun, 06 Sep 2026 02:36:29 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/5-things-we-think-will-shake-up-2026-mlb-season-including-dodgers-upset-pat3?utm_source=RSSPatrick McAvoy01m1mvjtsm14It's going to be a fun few weeks, to say the least. Fri, 04 Sep 2026 00:18:51 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/aaron-judge-is-about-to-be-a-serious-problem-for-american-league-pat3?utm_source=RSSPatrick McAvoy01m1hh9tx4svAaron Judge is the catalyst who could transform the American League playoff race.Wed, 02 Sep 2026 17:21:34 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/ken-rosenthal-explains-why-he-s-worried-about-the-dodgers-this-year-justin3?utm_source=RSSJustin Binkowski01m1ceakm6jtMLB insider Ken Rosenthal recently discussed a "legitimate concern" he has with the Los Angeles Dodgers in their bid for a third consecutive World Series title.Mon, 31 Aug 2026 20:10:02 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/two-mlb-teams-who-can-play-spoiler-down-the-stretch-in-september-curt9?utm_source=RSSCurt Bishop01m1c5vtdw1aNon contenders can still impact the playoff race, and these two teams have some key matchups that could determine what the playoff field looks like.Mon, 31 Aug 2026 15:30:01 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/pete-crow-armstrong-making-his-case-to-dethrone-shohei-ohtani-as-nl-mvp-justin3?utm_source=RSSJustin Binkowski01m17faj3yt6The 2026 National League MVP debate between Chicago Cubs outfielder Pete Crow-Armstrong and Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani is heating up.Sat, 29 Aug 2026 21:49:03 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/5-biggest-threats-to-yordan-alvarez-s-bid-for-2026-al-triple-crown-justin3?utm_source=RSSJustin Binkowski01m14mcts8dzHouston Astros star Yordan Alvarez has a good shot at winning the 2026 American League Triple Crown. Here are a few hitters who could play spoiler.Fri, 28 Aug 2026 18:48:46 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/jj-wetherholt-or-sal-stewart-nl-rookie-of-the-year-favorites-with-one-month-to-go-justin3?utm_source=RSSJustin Binkowski01m1002qyea6Here are some of the leading candidates for the 2026 National League Rookie of the Year Award heading into September.Thu, 27 Aug 2026 18:13:24 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/the-only-3-al-teams-capable-of-reaching-the-world-series-curt9?utm_source=RSSCurt Bishop01m11rck0f0gIt's slim pickings in the American League for World Series contenders. Here are the only three.Thu, 27 Aug 2026 14:22:56 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/cam-schlittler-or-dylan-cease-top-al-cy-young-candidates-heading-into-september-justin3?utm_source=RSSJustin Binkowski01m0x7dzmtjnWith just about one month remaining in the 2026 MLB season, here are a few of the pitchers who could win this year's AL Cy Young Award. Tue, 25 Aug 2026 22:25:28 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/mlb-s-biggest-winners-losers-dodgers-red-sox-mets-more-pat3?utm_source=RSSPatrick McAvoy01m0x8h81f39It's been a fun season so far across Major League Baseball, including some surprises.Tue, 25 Aug 2026 20:27:55 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/diamondbacks-ketel-marte-could-shake-up-entire-nl-wild-card-race-pat3?utm_source=RSSPatrick McAvoy01m0x3hpshb8The biggest question in the NL Wild Card race is over with the Arizona Diamondbacks.Tue, 25 Aug 2026 18:58:20 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/will-smith-roman-anthony-among-5-mlb-stars-taking-key-rehab-steps-this-week-pat3?utm_source=RSSPatrick McAvoy01m0tw0wszzcThere is some star power down in the minors right now.Mon, 24 Aug 2026 23:24:12 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/3-gm-s-on-the-hot-seat-after-astros-fire-dana-brown-curt9?utm_source=RSSCurt Bishop01m0tbnyf0baDana Brown was relieved of his duties on Monday, but he may not be the last GM fired. Here are three more that could follow suit.Mon, 24 Aug 2026 17:22:48 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/3-starting-pitchers-who-could-be-weapons-out-of-the-bullpen-in-the-playoffs-justin3?utm_source=RSSJustin Binkowski01m0kabvwk8qHere are a few pitchers who are usually starters but could be used as relievers for one reason or another in the 2026 MLB postseason. Sat, 22 Aug 2026 02:59:01 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/how-imminent-returns-of-yankees-red-sox-outfielders-impact-al-playoff-picture-justin3?utm_source=RSSJustin Binkowski01m0ghjhpa14The New York Yankees and Boston Red Sox are expected to have an outfielder return from injury soon. Here's what that means for the AL East and Wild Card races.Fri, 21 Aug 2026 01:44:26 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/brewers-dodgers-series-shows-nl-power-dynamic-isn-t-straightforward-justin3?utm_source=RSSJustin Binkowski01m06hs4bpjrThe Milwaukee Brewers and Los Angeles Dodgers played a crucial regular season series over the last four days. Here's what we learned from this matchup. Mon, 17 Aug 2026 02:44:12 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/is-it-time-to-start-worrying-about-reigning-nl-cy-young-paul-skenes-justin3?utm_source=RSSJustin Binkowski01kzvhsvnatmPittsburgh Pirates ace Paul Skenes has been dealing with decreased fastball velocity and other struggles during the 2026 MLB season.Wed, 12 Aug 2026 20:52:40 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/matt-olson-is-heating-up-as-race-to-lead-mlb-in-home-runs-intensifies-justin3?utm_source=RSSJustin Binkowski01kzvbyden5qEntering play on Aug. 12, four players, including Atlanta Braves first baseman Matt Olson, are tied for the league lead in home runs. Wed, 12 Aug 2026 17:45:54 +0000en