The Blue Jays rode a white-panel cap to a division crown, a switch that came as losses mounted and was pushed by Jeff Hoffman and John Schneider. The move is treated less as a tactical tweak than as momentum folklore fueling a late-season surge. Across decades, the club’s rituals—rediscovering the white-panel look, then pairing it with a string of wins—are chronicled alongside other quirks: a 1993 cap switch, a red-jersey curse, Alek Manoah’s underwear, and Russell Martin’s glove-free stretch—showing how superstition colors fantasy thinking and betting narratives.

Alek Manoah was claimed by Atlanta, joining a reshaped rotation as Ozzie Albies landed on the 60-day injured list. Once a Cy Young finalist, Manoah carries a 3.34 career ERA but has faded recently, making this a low-risk add with upside as Braves depth.

Michael Harris II flashed power and speed, joining the 20/20 club as Atlanta fell 9-3 to Pittsburgh, a reminder of his diverse fantasy value.

The Braves are not done: Hurston Waldrep likely optioned again and Hayden Harris promoted, signaling ongoing roster tinkering before season’s end.

Meanwhile, Sam Hentges heads to knee rehab and Brock Stewart to shoulder surgery, underscoring how injuries shift fantasy rosters across MLB.

Alek Manoah was designated for assignment by the Toronto Blue Jays to clear 40-man space for Anthony Santander as Toronto pushes for a late-season division title. Manoah, sidelined by Tommy John surgery since 2024, can be claimed on waivers or elect free agency, leaving his immediate future uncertain while the club prioritizes depth for a win-now run.

The move adds fantasy volatility: a potential rebound could come with a new team, but Manoah’s short-term value is unclear. Santander’s return strengthens the Jays’ lineup and pitching depth as they chase postseason seeding and rely on stable depth in a critical stretch.