Overview
- The Philadelphia Phillies moved back into a National League wild‑card position after consecutive wins highlighted by Jesús Luzardo’s strong stretch while shortstop Trea Turner left Saturday’s game after fouling a pitch off his right knee and his status is being evaluated.
- The Boston Red Sox placed outfielder Masataka Yoshida on the injured list after he exited with left hamstring tightness on Saturday and the club is preparing reinforcements as Trevor Story, Roman Anthony and Isiah Kiner‑Falefa begin rehab assignments.
- The New York Mets rallied for a 5‑4 walk‑off win on Saturday when Francisco Lindor delivered the game‑winner, with reliever Jefry Yan recording his first major‑league win and depth pieces such as Carson Benge supplying key contributions.
- The Pittsburgh Pirates pushed ace Paul Skenes’ next start back to give him extra rest and opened Sunday with a bullpen start by Lake Bachar amid concerns about Skenes’ recent drop in velocity and workload management.
- Other developments altering rosters and short‑term outlooks include Cardinals rookie Joshua Báez homering in his first three MLB at‑bats, Blue Jays slugger Vladimir Guerrero Jr. being placed on the 7‑day concussion list, and the Texas Rangers moving into an AL wild‑card spot, all of which tighten decisions for the final six weeks before October.