MLB Power Rankings: Blue Jays up; how dominant are the Dodgers?
Only a few weeks remain in the MLB regular season. Which teams look best as the playoffs approach? Ben Verlander breaks down his top 10.SEPTEMBER 19, 2022
William Contreras - Delivers 19th homerContreras went 1-for-4 with a solo home run in Sunday's 5-2 win over the Phillies.
ImpactHe's recorded a hit in each of his last four games, going 7-for-16 altogether to bring his batting average up to .278 for the season. Contreras looks to have taken back control of a spot in the everyday lineup from Marcell Ozuna, who is on the bench for Monday's series opener with the Nationals. Meanwhile, Contreras will serve as Atlanta's designated hitter and No. 7 hitter, marking his fifth consecutive start.
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Robbie Grossman - Takes seat MondayGrossman isn't starting Monday's game against the Nationals.
ImpactThe veteran switch-hitter rests after tallying a home run, a double and two RBI in Sunday's game versus Philadelphia. Eddie Rosario slots into the lineup for Monday's series opener.
SEPTEMBER 19, 2022•ROTOWIRE
Phillies Breakout Prospect Continues Torrid SeasonThe Philadelphia Phillies have had a major breakout occur within their system this season.
SEPTEMBER 19, 2022•CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM
MLB Power Rankings: Goodbye, Twins, Hello, Guardians, As Playoffs Shake OutThe Braves and the Mets are still neck and neck, but the gap in the AL Central widens as just 15 teams in MLB are left fighting for 12 Octob...
SEPTEMBER 19, 2022•STAR-TELEGRAM.COM
Coonrod Isn't the Same Pitcher He Was Last SeasonRelief pitcher Sam Coonrod, who broke out as a solid bullpen arm for the Philadelphia Phillies last season, has struggled to replicate that...
SEPTEMBER 19, 2022•KANSASCITY.COM
William Woods - Sent down MondayWoods was optioned to Triple-A Gwinnett on Monday, David O'Brien of The Athletic reports.
ImpactWoods will return to Triple-A after he was called up Friday, failing to appear in a game before his return to the minors. The 23-year-old will remain a candidate to get called up down the stretch is Atlanta needs a bullpen arm. Bryce Elder was recalled from Gwinnett on Monday to replace Woods on the active roster.
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