MLB Power Rankings Week 23: Top teams in first September edition

As the season enters the stretch run, our top 10 remains mostly the same while teams on the fringe of the playoffs continue to try and make a push.

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MLB trade deadline 2026: Winners and losers, one month later

Here's how all 30 teams have scored -- or struck out -- so far.

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Astros face the White Sox leading series 2-1

Chicago White Sox (73-66, first in the AL Central) vs. Houston Astros (71-69, first in the AL West)

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Nelson Velázquez's 2-run single in the 8th inning gives Astros 2-0 win over White Sox

— Nelson Velázquez hit a two-run single in the eighth inning to break a scoreless tie, Hayden Wesneski and two relievers combined on a three-hitter and the Houston Astros defeated the Chicago White Sox 2-0 on Wednesday night.

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Chicago White Sox vs Houston Astros

Chicago White Sox vs Houston Astros

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Who are the current MLB team owners?

Team owners approved the sale of the Padres in August 2026.

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2026 MLB playoff contenders: Remaining strength of schedule

Which teams have the most -- and least -- favorable paths to October? We broke down every playoff hopefuls September matchups.

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Houston Astros host the Chicago White Sox Wednesday

Chicago White Sox (73-65, first in the AL Central) vs. Houston Astros (70-69, first in the AL West)

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