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Monday, September 14, 2026
Ohtani Placed on IL With Biceps Inflammation, Dodgers Call Up Prospect De Paula
The Dodgers placed two-way star Shohei Ohtani on the 15-day injured list Thursday, retroactive to September 8, with right biceps inflammation. Ohtani had been managing lingering issues with his knee, biceps and neck. He has been shut down from pitching for the remainder of the regular season, with the earliest possible return date of September 23. To fill his roster spot, Los Angeles promoted top prospect Josue De Paula from Double-A Tulsa. The IL placement came as the Dodgers managed their stretch run while holding a nine-game lead over San Diego in the NL West.
Sources: MLB Trade Rumors
Ramírez Walk-Off Homer Caps Four-Run Ninth as Marlins Stun Dodgers 6-4
Miami’s Agustín Ramírez delivered a walk-off two-run homer in the ninth inning Sunday as the Marlins rallied for four runs to stun the Los Angeles Dodgers 6-4. Xavier Edwards and Jakob Marsee opened the ninth with consecutive infield singles against Tanner Scott, and Javier Sanoja followed with a tying two-run double before Ramírez connected off Brock Stewart on a 2-1 fastball. In defeat, the Dodgers received a memorable debut from 21-year-old prospect Josue De Paula, promoted from Double-A on Friday after Shohei Ohtani was placed on the injured list. De Paula homered for his first career hit, a three-run shot in the fourth inning.
Bohm’s Tie-Breaking Double Keys Seven-Run Eighth as Phillies Avoid Braves Sweep
Alec Bohm hit a tie-breaking two-run double in a seven-run eighth inning as the Philadelphia Phillies avoided a series sweep with a 9-4 victory over the Atlanta Braves on Sunday. Bohm’s double to center field drove in Trea Turner and Bryce Harper, who had reached on his second double of the game. J.T. Realmuto also drove in three runs on three hits, including a two-run homer, while Bryson Stott and Kyle Schwarber added run-scoring hits in the big frame. Despite the win, Philadelphia fell five games behind first-place Atlanta in the NL East after entering the series four games back.
Seager’s 458-Foot Homer Powers Rangers Past Diamondbacks, Tightens AL West Race
Corey Seager launched a 458-foot two-run homer and Cal Quantrill delivered six quality innings as the Texas Rangers edged the Arizona Diamondbacks 7-6 Sunday, claiming the series. The victory pulled Texas within one game of the Houston Astros in the AL West, with the Rangers now at 74-76 and the Astros at 75-75. Houston lost for the third consecutive game Sunday to help Texas close the gap. The Rangers secured their first road series win since a stretch in Toronto and Cleveland in late June and early July. Arizona’s playoff hopes took a significant hit with the defeat.
Yankees Complete Subway Series Sweep With 2-0 Shutout of Mets
The New York Yankees completed a Subway Series victory over the crosstown Mets with a 2-0 shutout Sunday at Yankee Stadium, with two home runs powering the offense in front of an attendance of 45,508. Each team managed just three hits in a low-scoring final. The win extended the Yankees’ hold on second place in the AL East, where they trail the division-leading Tampa Bay Rays by four games. New York, at 86-63, remained solidly in the top American League wild-card position entering the final weeks of the regular season.
Jobe Fans Career-High Eight Over 6⅓ Innings as Tigers Complete Rockies Sweep
Jackson Jobe struck out a career-high eight batters over 6⅓ innings Sunday, leading the Detroit Tigers to an 8-1 victory over the Colorado Rockies to complete a sweep. Jobe pitched into the seventh inning for the first time in his career and generated 16 swings and misses. He allowed Adael Amador’s first-inning homer and just two additional hits while walking one. Jobe struck out Mickey Moniak on a 96.2 mph sinker to set his new strikeout mark, on his 87th and final pitch of the game. The win was the Tigers’ fourth straight.
Suárez Homer Snaps Five-Game Skid as Reds Edge Brewers 4-3
Eugenio Suárez hit a three-run homer in the sixth inning and Tyler Stephenson added a sacrifice fly in the eighth as the Cincinnati Reds snapped a five-game losing streak with a 4-3 victory over the Milwaukee Brewers on Sunday. Suárez, reaching the 349th homer of his career, drove his shot off Senzatela at 105 mph to the opposite field to give Cincinnati a 3-2 lead. Stephenson’s fly scored De La Cruz from third against reliever Abner Uribe in the eighth for the deciding run. Joey Ortiz had hit a two-run homer for Milwaukee in the second inning.
Sources: Sports Illustrated
Burleson’s Bases-Clearing Double Lifts Cardinals Over White Sox 3-1
Alec Burleson hit a bases-clearing double in the sixth inning as the St. Louis Cardinals topped the Chicago White Sox 3-1 on Sunday, completing the series. Michael McGreevey allowed three hits and one run over six innings, walking three and striking out six. David Sandlin, recalled from Triple-A Charlotte that morning, carried a perfect game into the sixth inning before faltering. Reliever George Soriano allowed a single and a walk in the ninth before pitching out of the jam to earn his fourth save in 12 opportunities. Chicago remains half a game ahead of Cleveland in the AL Central at 76-73.
Lile’s Eighth-Inning Triple Keys Rally as Nationals Complete Angels Sweep
Daylen Lile tripled to key a four-run rally in the eighth inning as the Washington Nationals beat the Los Angeles Angels 6-5 on Sunday, completing a three-game sweep of the series. Jacob Young and Dylan Crews each added RBI to help Washington finish off the sweep. The Nationals have now won three consecutive games while Los Angeles dropped their third straight. The Angels, now 56-93 on the season, sit last in the AL West, well out of playoff contention. Washington closed the home series on a high note with the comeback win.
American League
| Team | W | L | GB |
|---|---|---|---|
| AL East | |||
| Tampa Bay Rays | 90 | 59 | — |
| New York Yankees | 86 | 63 | 4 |
| Boston Red Sox | 82 | 68 | 8.5 |
| Toronto Blue Jays | 75 | 75 | 15.5 |
| Baltimore Orioles | 72 | 78 | 18.5 |
| AL Central | |||
| Chicago White Sox | 76 | 73 | — |
| Cleveland Guardians | 76 | 74 | 0.5 |
| Minnesota Twins | 70 | 79 | 6 |
| Detroit Tigers | 70 | 79 | 6 |
| Kansas City Royals | 66 | 84 | 10.5 |
| AL West | |||
| Houston Astros | 75 | 75 | — |
| Texas Rangers | 74 | 76 | 1 |
| Seattle Mariners | 70 | 80 | 5 |
| Athletics | 61 | 89 | 14 |
| Los Angeles Angels | 56 | 93 | 18.5 |
National League
| Team | W | L | GB |
|---|---|---|---|
| NL East | |||
| Atlanta Braves | 88 | 62 | — |
| Philadelphia Phillies | 83 | 67 | 5 |
| Miami Marlins | 74 | 76 | 14 |
| Washington Nationals | 70 | 81 | 18.5 |
| New York Mets | 69 | 80 | 18.5 |
| NL Central | |||
| Milwaukee Brewers | 93 | 57 | — |
| Chicago Cubs | 83 | 67 | 10 |
| Pittsburgh Pirates | 75 | 75 | 18 |
| St. Louis Cardinals | 74 | 76 | 19 |
| Cincinnati Reds | 70 | 79 | 22.5 |
| NL West | |||
| Los Angeles Dodgers | 90 | 59 | — |
| San Diego Padres | 81 | 68 | 9 |
| Arizona Diamondbacks | 79 | 71 | 11.5 |
| San Francisco Giants | 62 | 88 | 28.5 |
| Colorado Rockies | 55 | 94 | 35 |
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