MLB playoffs 2026: Ranking teams by World Series pressure

For some teams this October, a victory would be even sweeter -- and a defeat all the more painful.

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Lombard's incredible slide, tiebreaking homer lift Yanks over Rays. Schlitter finishes with 1.95 ERA

— Rookie George Lombard Jr. scored on an incredible slide and followed with a tiebreaking. two-run homer as Cam Schlitter finished his season with an...

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Tampa Bay Rays vs. New York Yankees: Game Highlights

Tampa Bay Rays vs. New York Yankees: Game Highlights

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MLB Power Rankings Week 26: Where teams stand entering playoffs

The final days of the 2026 regular season are upon us -- and a number of races are coming down to the wire.

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MLB 2026 playoff intel: Bold predictions, dangerous teams, more

Which wild cards could win it all? Are the Yankees cooked without Judge? Here's what those in the sport think could decide October.

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Ben Rice hits 40th and 41st homers as Yankees beat Rays 9-2 a day after Tampa Bay clinches AL East

— Ben Rice hit his 40th and 41st home runs, Ryan McMahon added a grand slam while matching his career high with five RBI and the New York Yankees beat the Tampa Bay Rays 9-2 on Wednesday night.

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Tampa Bay Rays vs. New York Yankees: Game Highlights

Tampa Bay Rays vs. New York Yankees: Game Highlights

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MLB playoff picture 2026: Clinching scenarios, bracket, schedule

From current playoff matchups to league races to the postseason schedule, we have everything you need to know.

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