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One player from each MLB team trying to save his job for 2026

One player from each MLB team trying to save his job for 2026

With a month remaining in the 2025 season, Yardbarker's MLB writers got together to identify one player from each club who is playing to save his job for 2026. 

Most overhyped prospect for every team
Best AL trades from the last decade
Best NL trades from the last decade
Which MLB teams have the longest World Series droughts?
The 25 greatest MLB play-by-play announcers of all-time
Kansas City Royals News / Yardbarker / August 25
Vinnie Pasquantino a major reason for Royals' improved offense

Royals' Vinnie Pasquantino a major reason for team's improved offense

Kansas City Royals first baseman Vinnie Pasquantino just had a monstrous week.

Royals salvage series finale in slugfest with Tigers
Mariners' Cal Raleigh breaks MLB record
One player from each MLB team trying to save his job for 2026
The 25 greatest designated hitters in MLB history
The '2024 MLB home run leaders' quiz
New York Mets News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 25
Mets pitcher done for the season due to 'pretty significant' injury

Mets manager confirms veteran pitcher done for the season due to 'pretty significant' injury

It’s the latest setback in what was been a brutal inaugural season for him in Queens.

Two biggest concerns for Mets as they vie for postseason spot
Phillies ace Zack Wheeler needs surgery, to miss rest of season
Which MLB teams have the longest World Series droughts?
The 'Active MLB players to hit .300 multiple times' quiz
Cal Raleigh News / Yardbarker Quizzes
The 'MLB home run record by position' quiz

The 'MLB home run record by position' quiz

Can you name the player with the most home runs in one MLB season for each position on the diamond?

The 'MLB single-season switch-hitter home run leaders' quiz
The 'Four+ 20-home run/20-stolen base MLB seasons' quiz
The 'Active MLB RBI leaders' quiz
Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / August 25
Astros set to get big boost for stretch run

Astros set to get big boost for stretch run

It looks like the Astros will be getting some reinforcements as they look to hold off the Seattle Mariners in the AL West.

Astros designate former first-round pick for assignment
Astros promote LHP John Rooney
Which 20 players have hit four home runs in an MLB game?
The 'MLB playoff home run leaders' quiz
Athletics News / Yardbarker
Which MLB teams have the longest World Series droughts?

Which MLB teams have the longest World Series droughts?

Here is every MLB team’s current title drought, though obviously for some of them “drought” is an overstatement.

Seattle Mariners News / Yardbarker / August 24
Mariners' Cal Raleigh breaks MLB record

Mariners' Cal Raleigh breaks MLB record

Seattle Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh continued his MVP-worthy season on Sunday afternoon.

Pirates' Paul Skenes boasts historic numbers through first 50 starts
Aaron Judge offers update on his recovery from elbow injury
Yankees manager gives ominous answer about benching Anthony Volpe
Return date for Braves ace revealed
This Mets pitching prospect is closing in on his MLB debut
Best landing spots for Adley Rutschman
Jazz Chisholm News / Yardbarker / August 25
Yankees' Chisholm calls his big game 'surreal' for personal reasons  

Yankees' Jazz Chisholm calls his big game 'surreal' for personal reasons  

The New York Yankees were struggling so much during their series with the Boston Red Sox that it seemed as if they needed some divine intervention to get back on track.

Yankees avoid sweep with power display against Red Sox
Yankees manager gives ominous answer about benching Anthony Volpe
Aaron Judge offers update on his recovery from elbow injury
The best player ever to play for each MLB franchise
The '2025 American League All-Stars' quiz
New York Yankees News / Yardbarker / August 24
Yankees manager gives ominous answer on benching Anthony Volpe

Yankees manager gives ominous answer about benching Anthony Volpe

In a surprising turn of events, the New York Yankees appear to be turning their backs on struggling shortstop Anthony Volpe. 

Aaron Judge offers update on his recovery from elbow injury
Yankees' late implosion against Red Sox reveals bigger issues
Defunct MLB stadiums we wish were still around
The 'Active hit-by-pitch leaders' quiz
Atlanta Braves News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 24
Expected return date for Braves ace left-hander revealed

Expected return date for Braves ace left-hander revealed

After more than two months on the injured list, the ace southpaw is set to make his return to the mound.

Braves place Aaron Bummer on IL, release Erick Fedde
Mets go for series sweep in final game against Braves in '25
Mets display power (6 homers) to rout Braves
The 25 most unique features in MLB ballparks
The 'MLB 2024 strikeout leaders' quiz
New York Yankees News / Yardbarker / August 24
Aaron Judge offers update on his recovery from elbow injury

Aaron Judge offers update on his recovery from elbow injury

Judge took another step in his recovery from an elbow injury on Sunday, but the New York Yankees star tried to temper expectations ahead of his team's series finale against the Boston Red Sox.

Red Sox seek four-game sweep of 'angry' Yankees
Yankees' late implosion against Red Sox reveals bigger issues
Yankees sign former Mets pitcher for the stretch run
The best player ever to play for each MLB franchise
The '2024 MLB home run leaders' quiz
New York Mets News / Yardbarker / August 24
Mets pitching prospect closing in on major league debut

Mets pitching prospect closing in on major league debut

He exploded onto the prospect scene in 2024 and has rapidly climbed up top prospect lists.

Mets manager confirms veteran pitcher done for the season due to 'pretty significant' injury
The 25 most unique features in MLB ballparks
The 'MLB franchise home run leaders' quiz
MLB News / Yardbarker
25 Negro Leaguers every baseball fan should know

25 Negro Leaguers every baseball fan should know

Here is a look at 25 of the greatest performers in the distinguished (and varied) history of Negro League baseball.

MLB News / New York Yankees on SI / August 24
Former Yankees outfielder rips Aaron Boone, Brian Cashman

Former Yankees outfielder rips Aaron Boone, Brian Cashman

The New York Yankees have been having a rough couple of months, losing their once-dominant lead of the AL East.

Yankees' late implosion against Red Sox reveals bigger issues
Yankees' continued defensive meltdowns hurt them again against Red Sox
The 25 most unique features in MLB ballparks
The 'MLB managers with multiple 100+ win seasons' quiz
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 24
Pirates' Paul Skenes boasts historic numbers through first 50 starts

Pirates' Paul Skenes boasts historic numbers through first 50 starts

Skenes made the 50th start of his Major League career on Sunday afternoon and threw another gem.

Phillies get terrible injury news on ace starting pitcher
Three best landing spots for Adley Rutschman this offseason
Yankees' late implosion against Red Sox reveals bigger issues
Which MLB teams have the longest World Series droughts?
The 'MLB 2024 strikeout leaders' quiz
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The 'Season TD pass leaders by NFL team' quiz
 The 'Season TD pass leaders by NFL team' quiz
The '2024-25 NFL rushing touchdown leaders' quiz
 The '2024-25 NFL rushing touchdown leaders' quiz
The 'Second-leading receiver by NFL team' quiz
 The 'Second-leading receiver by NFL team' quiz
The 'Active 20-home run MLB seasons' quiz
 The 'Active 20-home run MLB seasons' quiz
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 24
Three best landing spots for Adley Rutschman this offseason

Three best landing spots for Adley Rutschman this offseason

The Baltimore Orioles (59-70) made a potentially franchise-altering move this week, and it could lead to a significant addition to the trade market this offseason.

Orioles place IF Jordan Westburg, P Brandon Young on injured list
Which MLB teams have the longest World Series droughts?
The 'AL and NL Rookie of the Year award winners since 2000' quiz
New York Yankees News / Yardbarker / August 24
Yankees' late implosion against Red Sox reveals bigger issues

Yankees' late implosion against Red Sox reveals bigger issues

If the New York Yankees are going to stay in contention for a postseason berth, the issues that surfaced in the ninth inning of Saturday's 12-1 loss to the Boston Red Sox must be resolved.

Unexpected slugger could be challenging Shohei Ohtani for NL MVP
NL West race heats up as Padres fire back at Dodgers
Shane Bieber draws rave reviews from manager after Blue Jays debut
Blue Jays make MLB history in their win over the Marlins
Red Sox closer Aroldis Chapman turning back the clock
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 24
Blue Jays make MLB history in win over Marlins

Blue Jays make MLB history in win over Marlins

The Toronto Blue Jays gave new meaning to the phrase "snatching a win out of the jaws of defeat" on Saturday night. Toronto's 7-6 win in 12 innings over the Miami Marlins was so bizarre that it made MLB history. 

Why Blue Jays’ contender status may ride on Shane Bieber
Shane Bieber draws rave reviews from manager after dominant Blue Jays debut
Defunct MLB stadiums we wish were still around
The '1992 & 1993 Toronto Blue Jays' quiz
Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker / August 23
Phillies get terrible injury news on ace starting pitcher

Phillies get terrible injury news on ace starting pitcher

There is no way to sugarcoat this for the Phillies — this is brutal news.

Mets manager confirms pitcher done for season due to 'pretty significant' injury
Rangers place Marcus Semien on IL, activate Adolis Garcia
Astros designate former first-round pick for assignment
World Series-winning pitcher won't commit to playing beyond 2025
Orioles' latest extension could spell doom for All-Star catcher
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 23
NL West race heats up as Padres fire back at Dodgers

NL West race heats up as Padres fire back at Dodgers

Get ready for a photo finish in the NL West. 

Blue Jays make MLB history in win over Marlins
Unexpected slugger challenging Shohei Ohtani for NL MVP
The biggest MLB draft busts for every NL West team
The best player ever to play for each MLB franchise
The 'Famous MLB families' quiz
Boston Red Sox News / Yardbarker / August 23
Red Sox closer Aroldis Chapman turning back the clock

Red Sox closer Aroldis Chapman turning back the clock

Boston Red Sox closer Aroldis Chapman is no stranger to dominating in the ninth inning.

Yankees' continued defensive meltdowns hurt them again against Red Sox
Yankees' late implosion against Red Sox reveals bigger issues
Which MLB teams have the longest World Series droughts?
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 23
Unexpected slugger challenging Shohei Ohtani for NL MVP

Unexpected slugger challenging Shohei Ohtani for NL MVP

In Ohtani’s quest to make history, there is one surprising slugger standing in the way.

Phillies, Nationals starters get rematch after brief encounter
Daylen Lile, Nationals overtake Phillies in 9th inning
Phillies starters achieve impressive new franchise mark
The 25 greatest designated hitters in MLB history
The '2024 MLB home run leaders' quiz
Texas Rangers News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 23
World Series-winning pitcher won't commit to playing beyond 2025

World Series-winning pitcher won't commit to playing beyond 2025

His season was all but officially ended last week by a diagnosis of thoracic outlet syndrome.

Rangers outfielder diagnosed with fractured wrist
Justin Verlander needs to listen to Father Time despite desire to keep pitching
Which MLB teams have the longest World Series droughts?
The 'American and National League strikeout leaders since 2000' quiz
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / August 23
Which MLB prospect should be next to get long-term contract extension?

Which MLB prospect should be next to get long-term contract extension?

It's actually a very easy answer.

Pirates look for success from another rookie pitcher against Rockies
Veteran bats, rookie pitchers lead Pirates to shutout of Rockies
Defunct MLB stadiums we wish were still around
The '1979 ‘We Are Family’ Pittsburgh Pirates' quiz
Toronto Blue Jays News / Yardbarker / August 23
Shane Bieber draws rave reviews after dominant Blue Jays debut

Shane Bieber draws rave reviews from manager after dominant Blue Jays debut

Bieber had not pitched since April of 2024 because of an elbow injury that required Tommy John surgery.

Shane Bieber dazzles in return to lead Blue Jays past Marlins
Why Blue Jays’ contender status may ride on Shane Bieber
Which MLB teams have the longest World Series droughts?
The 'American League WAR leaders' quiz
Baltimore Orioles News / Yardbarker / August 23
Orioles' latest extension could spell doom for All-Star catcher

Orioles' latest extension could spell doom for All-Star catcher

It's not a good day to be Adley Rutschman.

Orioles two-time All-Star's career-worst season gets worse
Craig Kimbrel lands with World Series contender after latest release
Brian Van Belle could finally make MLB debut after Rays' latest moves
Jesus Sanchez needs to be consistent to help Astros get back on track
Which MLB teams are suffering through the longest World Series droughts?
San Francisco Giants News / Yardbarker / August 22
Justin Verlander needs to listen to Father Time despite desire to keep pitching

Justin Verlander needs to listen to Father Time despite desire to keep pitching

The 42-year-old Verlander has been inconsistent at best this season.

Angels reliever finally set to return after lengthy absence
Why Blue Jays’ contender status may ride on Shane Bieber
Rangers OF suffers fractured wrist
Who is the biggest MLB Draft bust for every NL West team?
Best player ever to play for each team

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