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Jays playoff standings: Magic number 7 for AL’s best record

Patrick Ho

Toronto Star

Jays playoff standings: Magic number 7 for AL’s best record

Toronto tightened its grip on the AL’s Best Record race, moving two steps closer to home-field advantage for the playoffs for just the fourth time in franchise history. With a four-game cushion over Detroit and a favorable finish, the Jays own their destiny in the final stretch as the magic number drifts toward clinching scenarios.

The chase revolves around seven wins by Toronto or losses by rivals to clinch the league’s best record, six to seal the AL East, and three to lock a playoff berth. A potential Friday night clinch looms, though debates persist after a Jays-Royals clash lands on Apple TV while fans crave Sportsnet.

What is the realistic path for the Blue Jays to clinch the AL best record in the final two weeks, and how would that affect fantasy priorities?How should fantasy managers handle the AL East race’s remaining games and tiebreakers in their lineups?If Toronto maintains the lead, which adjacent outcomes (AL East winner, wild-card, etc.) would most influence fantasy strategies?What late-season indicators best predict a strong finish for the Jays and how should you adjust rosters accordingly?

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https://www.thestar.com/sports/blue-jays/blue-jays..

September 16, 2025

Twins nearly claw all the way back but fall to Yankees – Twin Cities

Betsy Helfand

Twin Cities

Twins mount a dramatic late rally but fall 10-9 to the Yankees at Target Field as Byron Buxton chases a 30-30 milestone, swiping two bases in a wild inning. James Outman delivers his fifth homer, Fitzgerald adds a two-run shot, and Larnach homers late, but Minnesota’s comeback falls just short. Zebby Matthews labors early; the bullpen steadies, and the offense refuses to quit, creating fertile ground for fantasy fits and risk assessment.

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@Austin Martin | Minnesota Twins | MLB

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https://www.twincities.com/2025/09/16/twins-nearly..

September 16, 2025

Yankees record 16 hits, hang on to beat Twins 10-9 and even series

James O'Connell

New York Daily News

Yankees record 16 hits, hang on to beat Twins 10-9 and even series

Yankees erupt for 16 hits and 10 runs in the first four innings to outslug the Twins 10-9. Anthony Volpe returned from a shoulder issue and went 2-for-4 with a double, a walk, and an RBI. Ben Rice added a 3-for-4 night with an RBI double, while Trent Grisham drove in three and hit his 31st homer. Giancarlo Stanton added two RBIs as Cam Schlittler battled control and the bullpen hiccuped, but David Bednar closed it out for the save as Luis Gil awaits Wednesday.

Which Yankees hitters look like the strongest bets to carry the lineup moving into October after this 16-hit effort?What does Volpe’s return mean for the Yankees’ shortstop stability and lineup balance?How should fantasy managers price Grisham and Rice after multi-hit, multi-RBI nights?Which Twins players offer upside for fantasy or betting after this result?

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@Aaron Boone | New York Yankees | MLB

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https://www.nydailynews.com/2025/09/16/yankees-ant..

September 16, 2025

Texas Rangers activate Danny Coulombe from injured list after shoulder fatigue - Yahoo Sports

@YahooSports

Yahoo Sports

Texas Rangers activate lefty Danny Coulombe from the 15-day IL after a shoulder fatigue spell, with a two-inning rehab stint at Frisco. He owns a 2-1 record with two saves and a 2.52 ERA in 51 appearances this season for Texas and Minnesota. Luis Curvelo is optioned to Triple-A Round Rock to clear room as Coulombe returns to bolster the bullpen.

Which Rangers bullpen moves should fantasy managers expect after Coulombe's return?How might Coulombe's IL stint affect rest-of-season ERA and WHIP projections?Which upcoming schedule best suits Coulombe's fantasy value?Does Round Rock's roster impact any MLB bullpen strategy?

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@Danny Coulombe | Texas Rangers | MLB

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https://sports.yahoo.com/article/texas-rangers-act..

September 16, 2025

MLB Props September 16

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RotoWire

Three MLB prop bets aim at late-season value: Kremer over 15.5 outs against Chicago’s light-hitting lineup, Horton over 4.5 strikeouts vs Pittsburgh amid rookie buzz and a favorable strikeout environment, and Judge over 1.5 total bases against Zebby Matthews and Minnesota. Each play leans on hot recent form, favorable opponent grades, and the ability to push through through lineups that struggle to limit baserunners.

Which prop on the slate offers the best risk-reward for fantasy managers this week?If you had to pick one anchor prop for a cash game, which would it be?Which squad has the clearest path to a big night given the props?What is the most impactful hedge to consider with these three bets?

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@Aaron Judge | New York Yankees | MLB

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https://www.rotowire.com/baseball/article/mlb-play..

September 17, 2025

Jays playoff standings: Magic number 7 for AL’s best record

Patrick Ho

Toronto Star

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https://www.thestar.com/sports/blue-jays/blue-jays..

September 16, 2025

Twins nearly claw all the way back but fall to Yankees – Twin Cities

Betsy Helfand

Twin Cities

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@Austin Martin | Minnesota Twins | MLB

@Byron Buxton | Minnesota Twins | MLB

@James Outman | Minnesota Twins | MLB

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@Rocco Baldelli | Minnesota Twins | MLB

@Trevor Larnach | Minnesota Twins | MLB

https://www.twincities.com/2025/09/16/twins-nearly..

September 16, 2025

Yankees record 16 hits, hang on to beat Twins 10-9 and even series

James O'Connell

New York Daily News

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@Aaron Boone | New York Yankees | MLB

@Anthony Volpe | New York Yankees | MLB

@Ben Rice | New York Yankees | MLB

@David Bednar | New York Yankees | MLB

Minnesota Twins | MLB

New York Yankees | MLB

@Trevor Larnach | Minnesota Twins | MLB

https://www.nydailynews.com/2025/09/16/yankees-ant..

September 16, 2025

Texas Rangers activate Danny Coulombe from injured list after shoulder fatigue - Yahoo Sports

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Yahoo Sports

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@Danny Coulombe | Texas Rangers | MLB

@Luis Curvelo | Texas Rangers | MLB

Minnesota Twins | MLB

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https://sports.yahoo.com/article/texas-rangers-act..

September 16, 2025

MLB Props September 16

@rotowire

RotoWire

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@Aaron Judge | New York Yankees | MLB

@Cade Horton | Chicago Cubs | MLB

Chicago Cubs | MLB

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@Dean Kremer | Baltimore Orioles | MLB

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https://www.rotowire.com/baseball/article/mlb-play..