J.T. Realmuto delivered the big blow, a go-ahead two-run homer in the eighth as the Phillies toppled the Mariners 6-4. Kyle Schwarber opened Philadelphia’s scoring with his 44th homer, and Bryson Stott added his eighth as Bryce Harper contributed with a sacrifice fly. Realmuto reached base three times and drove in three runs, including an RBI single and a catcher’s interference that kept Philly’s offense humming. David Robertson earned the win in relief, while Jhoan Duran closed for his 22nd save. Seattle’s Cal Raleigh slugged his 47th homer and Eugenio Suárez added RBI doubles, but their four-game slide continued.

Bryce Miller was activated for Seattle and logged five innings, allowing four runs on five hits. Cal Raleigh’s power pace remains notable, with his HR total one shy of the catcher-season record. Cristopher Sánchez struck out a dozen in 6 1/3 for Philadelphia, tying a career high. The Mariners got RBI doubles from Randy Arozarena and Suárez, and Seattle’s offense showed flashes, even as the night ended with Philly’s third straight win. Up next, Luis Castillo faces Jesus Luzardo in a matchup that should favor Philly’s lefty-heavy approach.

Realmuto’s performance stands out not only for the bat but for timing, giving Philadelphia a critical cushion in a tight NL race. The Phillies’ ability to win with timely hits, plus their bullpen hold from Robertson and the closing save by Duran, underscores their depth entering the stretch run. Seattle, meanwhile, will lean on continued power from Raleigh and a sharper pitching plan from Miller as they look to snap the skid.

The Mets beat Seattle 7-3 in Williamsport, sparked by Francisco Alvarez, Brett Baty and Mark Vientos driving in three straight runs in the second inning, giving New York a quick 3-0 edge. Vientos added a three-run homer in the fifth, Lindor followed with an RBI double, and Cal Raleigh spoiled with a late two-run shot for Seattle. Raleigh’s hit capped his MLB-leading 47th homer, a reminder of the power across both teams. The Little League crowd soaked it all in as Soto delighted with his signature shuffle, and the event offered a rare mix of big-lelague dingers and Little League joy as players traded hats, autographs and stories with the Williamsport youngsters. Autographs, hats, and even a toilet-seat signing highlighted the day, with cross-border and cross-country meets that underscored the fun overlap between the majors and the Little League World Series.

Beyond the box score, the game served as a fantasy lens: Mets’ early offense and Vientos’ power surge point to a deeper lineup threat as the season winds down, while Raleigh’s blast reinforces his elite power upside for Seattle. Soto’s presence and the playful sidebars with Little Leaguers add narrative fuel for daily fantasy and DFS tournaments, where cost-effective stacks from the Mets or the Mariners could pay off in the right matchups. The event also underscored how crossovers between the majors and Williamsport can spark momentum and spark plug performances from rosters that fantasy owners watch closely in late-season runs.

Bottom line: the Mets’ offense looked strong, Raleigh kept Seattle in the conversation with power, and the Little League Classic delivered memorable moments that are as valuable for fantasy chatter as for fans watching the ball fly out of Bowman Field.

Seattle’s season turned in a heartbeat at the trade deadline. Cal Raleigh’s power and Julio Rodríguez’s return to superstar form anchor a lineup that quietly grew deeper by adding Eugenio Suárez and Josh Naylor, giving the Mariners a legitimate late-season edge. An eight-game surge to pull even with Houston validated the shift, and the club now leans on a rotation that combines four former All-Stars with a bullpen that can lock down games late. With 41 games left, Seattle isn’t just chasing momentum—it’s pursuing a true October profile.

The upgrade isn’t just the two big bats; it’s the depth across the lineup and the stability in the rotation. Matt Brash’s 1.42 ERA highlights a bullpen capable of closing out wins, while Bryan Woo, George Kirby, Logan Gilbert, and Luis Castillo form a four-man backbone that can grind through innings. Raleigh’s continued climb and Rodríguez’s matured approach keep the offense flexible, making Seattle a dangerous contender down the stretch.

In a season defined by one-run stress and late leads, Seattle’s confidence feels earned. The front office bet on depth, the players delivered, and the vibe inside the clubhouse shifted to a ready-for-anything mindset. The last month will test consistency, but the Mariners appear ready to execute when it matters most, turning talent into a genuine late-season threat and a potential deep postseason run.

Texas Rangers pitching has become the ultimate what-if, with Nathan Eovaldi needing to stay healthy enough to qualify for league ERA titles and Cole Winn thriving as a bullpen weapon who could force a shift in late-inning usage. Winn has transformed his arc from top prospect to trusted reliever, pushing the Rangers into a more flexible bullpen dynamic. His five-pitch blend—a near-even split among sinker, four-seam, slider, cutter, and splitter—has produced an elite slider that batters can’t touch. The club’s current low-leverage work for Winn may soon give way to high-leverage chances, especially if he keeps producing spotless lines in tight spots. On the other side, Eovaldi’s durability remains the fuel that could power a stronger overall rotation. Arizona’s Diamondbacks serve as a reminder that even strong rosters face volatility, and the Rangers’ depth could determine fantasy value across the staff. The league context features top-tier arms like Matt Brash, Aroldis Chapman, Danny Coulombe, and Andrés Muñoz anchoring the ERA leaderboard, underscoring how specialized relief and mid-rotation stability define fantasy upside in 2024-25.

Oneil Cruz, the Pittsburgh Pirates' center fielder, is struggling significantly in the 2025 season, accumulating seven errors, the most among MLB outfielders. In a recent game against the Texas Rangers, Cruz's lack of effort on a play led to two early runs for Texas, highlighting his frustrations and inexperience in his first full season at center field after switching from shortstop. On the same day, Cruz went 0-for-4 at the plate.

His poor performance is a concern for fantasy managers who expected more from the speedy player, who ranks second in MLB with 25 stolen bases. The Pirates are currently facing a tough season with a record of 30-46, and Cruz's personal struggles only add to the team's woes.