#playoff-race

#playoff-race

Several Blue Jays reporters tweeted out on Tuesday afternoon that Bichette's time on the IL will be retroactive to September 7. The timing of the injury couldn't be worse for the Blue Jays and the 27-year-old. Toronto are set to begin a big series with the Astros at Rogers Centre on Tuesday evening. Both teams are fighting for a potential first-round bye and the Astros currently hold the tiebreaker over the Blue Jays after sweeping them in Houston near the beginning of the season.

Adam was carted off the Petco Park mound during this evening's loss to the Orioles (video via Talkin' Baseball). Gunnar Henderson hit a chopper up the middle. The ball was a little behind the right-handed Adam, who naturally pulls toward first base on the follow-through in his delivery. Adam appeared to try to plant and change direction to field the ball when his left leg gave out.

Braves 3B Austin Riley felt lingering soreness from his abdominal strain when he worked out today. He'll be checked out again by a doctor Wednesday, but it doesn't look like he'll return soon from IL.

The Mets have posted a dismal 4-14 record recently, falling five games behind the Phillies and struggling to maintain a postseason position.

San Jose Earthquakes secured a much-needed home victory against Vancouver Whitecaps, winning 2-1 after Preston Judd scored in extra time, shifting them into playoff contention.

The Guardians had an offensive explosion and beat the White Sox 9-5 last night, emphasizing the team's potential even without a strong performance from key players.