Brewers clinch a playoff berth as the Mets lose to Texas, sparked by Rowdy Tellez’s eighth-inning tying double off Edwin Diaz that unleashed Milwaukee’s celebration. The Cubs’ loss to the Rays nudges Milwaukee’s magic number to nine for the NL Central, sealing a postseason spot for the seventh time in eight years.

The moment sets Milwaukee on a clear path into October, with key questions about rotation and rest looming as they chase a potential division title and deep playoff run.

Juan Soto has delivered a star turn in Queens, blasting his 40th homer as the Mets chase a hopeful postseason finish. He sits at 40 HR, 32 stolen bases and 118 walks, placing him in an elite 40 30 100 club with only Bonds and Bagwell ever reaching those marks in the same season window. Soto also joins a rare list of players who have hit 40 homers with different teams in consecutive seasons, underscoring both his power and adaptability while the Mets grapple with a late season skid that could derail big payoffs.

Despite Soto power, the Mets have dropped eight straight and sit 21 30 in the second half, threatening a disappointing end to a contract that reshaped MLBs payroll landscape. The season opens the door to MVP chatter on a personal high note, even as the team fights to salvage a playoff berth. The contract race sits in the backdrop as Soto continues to produce at an historically elite level.

Adolis García’s live batting-practice session in an indoor cage signals a strong chance he returns soon, with Bochy noting he could play the outfield immediately upon activation and a Sunday or Houston series window in play. The Rangers also map Mahle’s return from Triple-A, Semien’s gradual ramp after foot surgery, and Eovaldi’s shoulder-imaging with postseason aims in sight, plus rehab stints for Haggerty and Coulombe. Fantasy managers should track activation timelines and lineup shuffles.

With García looming back, the Rangers’ offense could regain balance and run production as Mahle, Semien, and Eovaldi rejoin the mix. Haggerty and Coulombe are nearing returns, adding depth to a bullpen and bench scenario that could influence daily fantasy and streaming decisions late in the season.