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Key moments from Wednesday’s MLB action included Ronald Acuña Jr.’s 200th career homer, a five‑run tenth‑inning surge by the Yankees, and wild‑card implications for the Diamondbacks and Cubs.
Elvis Alvarado, Juan Morillo and other relievers are staking claim to ninth‑inning duties, while uncertainty lingers with several clubs.
After a modest start in the minors, Ben Ross surged in 2026, posting a .424 average and earning a promotion to the majors, marking a dramatic turnaround in his career.
A look at historic baseball events that occurred on September 4, spanning from 1916 to 2017.
Pittsburgh Pirates shortstop Konnor Griffin is set to return from injury this Friday, bringing with him a .276 career line and a renewed hope for a postseason push.
The Oak Hall Eagles will take the field Friday at 7 p.m. against the Lecanto Seven Rivers Christian Warriors, hoping to build on a 70‑14 victory from last season while navigating injuries and a unique baseball‑football practice schedule.
Wilber Dotel is back with the Pirates for a bullpen game against the Giants, while Evan Sisk has been sent down to Triple-A after a rough stretch.
Since his August 2026 debut, Kaelen Culpepper has posted a .300/.352/.463 line with three homers, nine RBIs and 12 runs, while taking over the Twins' shortstop duties and posting an eight‑for‑ten hitting streak.
With a .256/.324/.453 slash line, 15 home runs, 10 stolen bases and a markedly improved strikeout rate, Zack Gelof offers versatile production that makes him a prime waiver wire target for fantasy managers.
The talented infielder from Plant City, Florida, has pledged to join the Florida State University baseball program in 2028, bringing a .329 career average, five home runs and a .917 fielding percentage from his sophomore season.
After a four‑month elbow surgery recovery, Jackson Jobe made his Tigers debut in August and is already being considered a high‑upside waiver wire pick in fantasy leagues.
TJ Rumfield has been one of the most consistent hitters in the Rockies lineup this season, posting a .291 average, 14 home runs and a solid .442 slugging percentage while maintaining an eight‑game hitting streak that has made him a top waiver‑wire target for fantasy baseball enthusiasts.
A drop in barrel rates among top MLB hitters since July has reshaped fantasy baseball rankings, with injuries and performance shifts influencing home run outlook.
The final weekend of the Minnesota State Amateur Baseball Tournament features championship games in Shakopee and New Prague, with seven local teams vying for titles across three classes.
The final weekend of the Minnesota State Amateur Baseball Tournament features seven St. Cloud-area teams competing for titles, while 11 local umpires receive recognition for their service.
Ball State University has appointed Alex Burden, a left‑handed pitcher and data analytics graduate, as an operations/analytics specialist for its baseball program, bolstering the staff with both on‑field experience and analytical skill.
With the 2026 season in its final month, the Worcester Red Sox are locked in a tight playoff race, and manager Iggy Suarez is counting on a decisive home series at Polar Park to propel the team toward postseason contention.
The interdisciplinary team at Auburn University’s Sports Medicine and Movement Lab uses hidden motion‑capture technology and advanced statistical modeling to monitor pitcher mechanics, reduce shoulder and elbow injuries, and provide actionable insights to coaches and athletes.
The Pirates recalled reliever Khristian Curtis and placed veteran Kirby Yates on the injured list, reshaping the bullpen as the team pushes toward the season’s final stretch.
Josiah Hartshorn led the Cubs' minor league hitters with a .333 average, six homers and a 164 wRC+ in August, while Ariel Armas, Angel Cepeda, Kane Kepley and James Triantos also posted strong offensive contributions.
Owners Carrie and Brent Curtis plan to open the D‑BAT Academy in late 2025, offering walk‑in training for families and local teams in a newly built venue on Warrenton Road.
Once celebrated for his elite range and defensive metrics, Daulton Varsho’s 2026 campaign has shown regression in both offense and defense, leading to a projected one‑year, $10‑15 million deal as he joins the Houston Astros.
The Tigers finished well below expectations, posting the largest Pythagorean projection shortfall in Wild Card history, with a .361 winning percentage in one‑run games and 29 blown saves.
With fall practice on the horizon, Tennessee baseball leans on football’s recruiting power, new leadership and fan support to build momentum for the upcoming season.