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MLB Season Finale: Final Standings and Playoff Picture

by Alex Carter - Sports Editor
written by Alex Carter - Sports Editor

MLB Playoff Races Reach Fever Pitch on Final Day of 2025 Season

The 2025 Major League Baseball regular season culminates⁢ today, september 28, with a slate of games carrying immense playoff implications for several teams vying for postseason berths. Multiple division titles and Wild Card spots remain undecided as teams make one last ⁤push to secure their place in October baseball.

This⁢ final day of competition will determine the full field of 12 playoff​ teams -⁣ six⁣ division winners and six Wild Card selections – across both the american and National Leagues. The outcomes⁣ of today’s games will not only finalize the postseason ‍bracket but also⁣ set the stage for a highly anticipated playoff run, with potential matchups already ⁢beginning to take shape.

Here’s a look at today’s schedule:

* Arizona Diamondbacks at San Diego Padres, 3:10 p.m.
* ‍ Los Angeles Dodgers at Seattle Mariners,3:10 p.m.
* ⁢ Texas⁢ Rangers at Cleveland‌ Guardians,3:10 p.m.
* Cincinnati Reds at milwaukee Brewers, 3:10 p.m.
* Pittsburgh Pirates at Atlanta Braves, 3:15 p.m.
* St. Louis Cardinals at Chicago Cubs,3:20⁢ p.m.

Fans can⁤ stream today’s MLB action on Fubo.

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Dodgers Rally Past Giants After Kershaw Retirement Announcement

by David Harrison – Chief Editor
written by David Harrison – Chief Editor

dodgers Complete Dramatic Comeback, Defeat Giants 6-4

LOS ANGELES – The⁣ los Angeles Dodgers rallied‍ from a four-run deficit to defeat the San Francisco Giants 6-4 on Saturday night at Dodger Stadium,⁤ fueled by a solo home run and a⁣ game-tying single. The victory came as the Dodgers celebrated veteran pitcher Clayton Kershaw’s career with a bobblehead giveaway honoring his 3,000 strikeout milestone.

The ‍Giants jumped to an early lead in the top ⁤of the first inning, scoring ⁣four​ runs against Dodgers ‍pitcher Tyler Glasnow. Bryce Eldridge delivered a three-run double for his first major league career⁣ hit, and Glasnow walked Gilbert with the bases loaded. Glasnow faced 10 batters and threw 43 pitches in the​ inning before finally striking out Heliot Ramos to end the frame.

The Dodgers began to chip away at the ‍lead in ⁤the bottom of the first with a two-run home run ​by ‍Muncy against Giants pitcher Kai-Wei Teng.Though, the Dodgers‍ were unable​ to capitalize on a bases-loaded situation in the bottom of the third, leaving the score at ⁤4-2.

The momentum shifted in the fourth. A solo home run by a Dodgers player -⁣ his ⁤12th of the season – cut the Giants’ lead to 4-3. Later in the inning, Freddie Freeman singled to⁢ right ‌field, bringing in ⁢Shohei Ohtani to tie the game at ⁣4-4.

The Dodgers ultimately took the lead and secured the 6-4 victory ⁢with continued⁤ offensive pressure.

The Dodgers and Giants will continue their series on Sunday.

Game Details:

* Date: Saturday, Sept.​ 20
* Time: 9:10 p.m. ET | 6:10 p.m. PT
* TV: SportsNet LA and NBCS-BA
* ⁣ Stream: https://www.fubo.tv/stream/tv/?irad=343747&irmp=1205322&subId1=USAT&subId2=MLB&subId3=2024

* Location: Dodger Stadium

Other News:

Dodgers catcher‍ will Smith is likely to miss the remainder of the regular season with a hairline⁢ fracture in his right hand, according⁤ to manager Dave Roberts. Smith’s​ postseason status is currently uncertain. Veteran⁢ pitcher Clayton Kershaw announced earlier this week his intention to retire at the end of⁣ the season,having made his final‍ regular-season ⁢home start on Friday.

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Standings and games to make MLB playoffs

by Alex Carter - Sports Editor
written by Alex Carter - Sports Editor

MLB Playoff Picture Takes Shape as Regular Season Nears Close

With just days remaining‍ in the 2024 Major League Baseball regular season, the ⁤playoff field is coming into focus. The Chicago Cubs have clinched the ​National League Central division with ⁤an 88-66 record. Several other teams are battling for both division titles and coveted Wild Card spots. The regular season concludes Sunday, September 28,⁢ followed by the ‍start of the Wild ​Card Series on tuesday, September 30.

This late-season surge for playoff contention impacts not onyl the participating teams and their fanbases, but also the broader baseball landscape, setting the stage for a high-stakes October. Teams⁣ are vying​ for a chance to compete for the World Series title, while others face elimination. Here’s⁢ a look at the current standings and the⁤ teams in ⁤the hunt:

National League Standings:

* ⁤‌ ‌ NL East:

⁢ * x-Atlanta Braves: 101-53
⁣ * ⁣ Philadelphia Phillies:⁢ 90-64
*⁢ New York Mets: 80-74
* NL Central:

‍ * x-Chicago Cubs: 88-66
* Milwaukee Brewers: 86-68
*​ Cincinnati Reds: 78-76
* NL west:

* ⁣ Los Angeles Dodgers: 98-56
* San Diego Padres: 83-71
* Arizona Diamondbacks: 77-77
‍ ⁣ * San Francisco Giants: 76-78
* e-Colorado Rockies: 42-112

NL Wild Card:

  1. x-Chicago cubs: 88-66
  2. San Diego Padres: 83-71
  3. New York Mets: 80-74
  4. Cincinnati⁢ Reds: 78-76
  5. Arizona Diamondbacks: 77-77
  6. San Francisco Giants: 76-78
  7. St. Louis Cardinals: 75-79
  8. Miami Marlins: 74-80

y-clinched playoff berth
x-clinched division
e-eliminated from playoff contention

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San Francisco Bay FC Breaks Ground on New Training Facility

by Alex Carter - Sports Editor
written by Alex Carter - Sports Editor

Bay⁣ FC⁢ Breaks Ground​ on New Performance ⁤Center on treasure Island, San⁤ Francisco

San ⁤Francisco, CA – September 18, 2025 – Bay Football⁢ Club ​(Bay FC), the Bay Area’s newest National Women’s⁤ Soccer League (NWSL) franchise, and the City and County of San Francisco today celebrated the groundbreaking of a state-of-the-art⁣ sports performance center on ‌Treasure Island.The facility represents a significant investment in the revitalization of the former 1939 Golden Gate‌ International Exposition site and ​U.S.⁢ Naval ‍base,contributing ​to its transformation into a sustainable,mixed-use neighborhood.

The performance center will provide comprehensive resources for Bay ⁣FC athletes, focusing on both on-field performance and off-field development. Designed by‍ Olson Kundig and ⁢constructed by Devcon Construction ‍Inc., the facility boasts sweeping ​360-degree views of san Francisco, the Golden Gate⁢ Bridge,⁣ and the⁣ East Bay. it will integrate‍ athletic training with recovery resources, career development programs, educational opportunities, and business ‍training, supporting the long-term‍ success of Bay FC⁢ players.

“Bay FC’s investment in Treasure Island ⁤will further boost economic activity, supporting San Francisco’s long-term growth,” stated a‍ press release ‌from the club. ​The ⁤project has been developed in collaboration with the City of San Francisco,the Treasure island Development Authority,and⁤ the City Administrator’s Office,ensuring integration with the⁣ island’s ⁣recreational landscape and opportunities for youth engagement.

bay⁣ FC is⁤ committed to community partnerships on Treasure Island. The club reaffirmed its support for Life Learning Academy, a⁣ local nonprofit and public high school, by ⁤continuing‍ to offer internships to students and collaborating ‍on ⁤a⁢ new health and wellness platform. ⁢ Bay FC also recently partnered with‍ Treasure ⁢Island-based⁢ Pacific​ House Gin to​ launch Bay FC Poppy, a⁢ limited-edition gin inspired by the ‍club’s regional dedication.

Founded in April 2023 by USWNT legends Brandi Chastain, Leslie Osborne, Danielle Slaton, ‍and Aly Wagner, in partnership with Sixth ​Street and‍ a group of investors,​ Bay⁢ FC is the 14th ⁢team​ in the NWSL. Sixth Street’s investment represents the largest institutional investment​ to date in a women’s professional sports⁤ franchise. Bay FC begins⁣ play in the 2024 season.

Tickets for Bay FC are currently on sale at https://bayfc.com, and fans can follow the team’s social channels⁣ (@wearebayfc) for updates, merchandise, and event facts.

[Image of Bay FC Performance Center Groundbreaking – as provided in original text]

[Bay FC Logo – as provided in original text]

Source: https://www.prnewswire.co.uk/news-releases/bay-fc-and-city-and-county-of-san-francisco-break-ground-on-sports-performance-center-on-treasure-island-302561068.html

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MLB Playoff Picture: AL & NL Standings, Bracket & Wild Card Race

by Alex Carter - Sports Editor
written by Alex Carter - Sports Editor

MLB Playoff Picture: Phillies and Brewers Clinch,Wild Card Races Heat Up

As the⁣ regular season nears its conclusion,the Major League Baseball playoff picture is taking shape. The Philadelphia Phillies secured the NL East title on September 15, while the Milwaukee Brewers have clinched a playoff berth. Though, several teams are still battling for Wild Card spots in both ​the American and National Leagues, creating a tense ⁤finish to the season. The stakes are high, ⁢with a coveted spot in ⁢the postseason on⁢ the line,‌ and the coming days will determine wich teams will⁣ continue their quest for a World Series championship.

The current standings reveal a dynamic landscape. Teams ‌are separated by ⁢mere games in ‌several divisions,and the Wild Card races are particularly tight. This late-season surge ⁣adds excitement for fans ‌and intensifies the pressure on players as they strive to secure their place in ‌October baseball.Here’s a breakdown of the ‌current standings as of September 17:

NL Wild card standings

* Arizona Diamondbacks (77-75): 1.5 GB
* Cincinnati Reds (75-76): ⁤3 ​GB
* San Francisco ‌Giants (75-76): 3 GB
* St.Louis Cardinals (74-78): 4.5 GB
* San Diego⁢ Padres (82-69): +4 games
* Atlanta Braves (82-69): +9 games

AL Standings

AL East

* Toronto Blue Jays (89-62)

* New York Yankees (84-67): 5 games back
* ⁢ Boston Red Sox (82-69): 7 GB

AL Central

* ‌ Detroit Tigers (85-66)

* Cleveland Guardians⁢ (79-71): 5.5 ‌GB
* Kansas City Royals (75-76): 10 GB

AL West

* Seattle Mariners (83-68)

* Houston Astros (83-69): 0.5 GB
* ⁤ Texas Rangers (79-73): ⁤4.5 GB

NL Standings

NL East

* Philadelphia Phillies (91-61) – clinched NL East title on Sept. 15

NL Central

* milwaukee Brewers (92-59) – clinched playoff berth

* Chicago Cubs (87-64): 5 GB

NL West

* Los Angeles Dodgers (84-67)

* San Diego Padres (82-69): 2‌ GB

The Wild‍ Card Series, a best-of-three format, will feature the three division runners-up with the best records in each league. These ⁤series will be played ⁣at the higher seed’s home ballpark.The winners of the‌ Wild Card Series will advance ​to the division Series to face the division winners. The League Championship Series will follow, culminating in the World Series to determine the MLB champion.

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Mets somehow survive skid in NL wild card race

by Alex Carter - Sports Editor
written by Alex Carter - Sports Editor

Mets Hold On, maintain ‍Wild Card Position Despite ⁣Recent Struggles

NEW YORK – The New York Mets narrowly avoided a catastrophic‌ collapse, clinging to a National League wild card spot despite a⁣ concerning losing streak that threatened to derail their postseason hopes. A series of late-game heroics and timely pitching performances allowed the team to weather the storm,‌ though their playoff berth remains far from secure with just weeks ‌remaining in the regular season.

The Mets’ recent⁣ skid raised serious questions about⁤ their ability to compete in October, prompting anxious reactions from fans and analysts alike. entering play on September 15th, the team’s playoff outlook was precarious, facing stiff competition from several ⁤teams vying for the limited wild card berths. The pressure is mounting as the ‍team navigates a challenging schedule,‍ with crucial matchups against division rivals looming.

Elsewhere in MLB power rankings,⁤ Junior Caminero of the Tampa ​Bay Rays has amassed 43 home ​runs. Ryan Weathers returned from the 60-day injured list for the miami Marlins, delivering five scoreless innings. The Athletics‘ ⁣bullpen has⁢ surprisingly emerged as one⁢ of the league’s best as trading Mason Miller, posting a 2.94 ERA. Christian⁢ Moore‌ is back with the Los⁤ Angeles Angels after a‌ minor league assignment.Atlanta Braves manager Brian Snitker reached 800 career wins‍ as speculation‍ about his potential retirement grows. Kody⁤ Clemens hit three home runs in a single game for​ the Minnesota Twins, bringing his season total to 19. Bubba Chandler of the Pittsburgh Pirates pitched into the sixth inning with a perfect game. A back injury has ended Cole Henry’s rookie season⁤ with the Washington Nationals. The Chicago White Sox are 25-28 as the All-Star break and are ⁤on pace to potentially⁢ match their franchise record of 121 losses.

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