Astros vs. Athletics MLB picks: Schedule-makers handed Houston a final-weekend gift starting Thursday

Sporting NewsSep 25

AL wild-card standings, explained: Updated playoff chances and tiebreakers for 2026 MLB bracket

CBS SportsSep 25

Today's top games to watch, best bets, odds: Clemson at Cal, Northwestern at No. 5 Indiana, MLB and more

Sporting NewsSep 25

Updated NL wild-card standings highlight Phillies and Diamondbacks playoff chances

The National League wild-card playoff picture has been updated, with the Philadelphia Phillies and Arizona Diamondbacks among the teams in contention. The Phillies are currently playing against the Tampa Bay Rays, trailing 0-2 as of 25 September. Their recent form includes losses to the Milwaukee Brewers and New York Mets, with only two wins in their last five games.

Sporting NewsSep 25

Milwaukee Brewers face intense pressure as MLB postseason nears

The Milwaukee Brewers have been identified by ESPN as the Major League Baseball team under the greatest pressure heading into the 2026 postseason. This assessment comes amid a strong run of form, with the Brewers currently leading 3-1 against the St. Louis Cardinals in a live game on 25 September.

Sporting NewsSep 25

MLB analyst labels Diamondbacks' Ketel Marte as 'LVP'

Ketel Marte, the star infielder for the Arizona Diamondbacks, has been given a harsh evaluation by a Major League Baseball analyst, who labelled him as a 'LVP' (least valuable player). This critical assessment contrasts with Marte's status as a key player for the Diamondbacks in the ongoing MLB season.

Sporting NewsSep 25

Yankees' Schlittler matches Koufax in MLB history

Cam Schlittler of the New York Yankees has achieved a historic feat that places him alongside Sandy Koufax in Major League Baseball history, a milestone that should settle the debate over the American League Cy Young Award. This accomplishment highlights Schlittler's exceptional performance in the current MLB season.