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HOUHouston AstrosSEASeattle Mariners
LineupMLB

Houston Astros vs Seattle Mariners: lineup posted

One batting order is posted by MLB.

HOU lineup pendingSEA lineup confirmed

Lineup Summary

HOU

Not yet posted by the source

SEA
  1. J.P. Crawford
  2. Randy Arozarena
  3. Dominic Canzone
  4. Cal Raleigh
  5. Julio Rodríguez

Game Context

  • J.P. Crawford leads off for SEA

First pitch · Sep 23, 10:10 PM EDT

One lineup posted · opponent pending

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Houston Astros

Awaiting posted order

Seattle Mariners

  1. J.P. Crawford
  2. Randy Arozarena
  3. Dominic Canzone
  4. Cal Raleigh
  5. Julio Rodríguez
  6. Josh Naylor
  7. Cole Young
  8. Lazaro Montes
  9. Weston Wilson

Current orders only; the source does not supply change history.

SLAM IMPACT
4/10News significance
Lineup or starter information
How this is rated

Rule-based news significance, not medical severity, win probability or a betting recommendation. Availability reports rank above routine context. Extended absences rank higher; unconfirmed reports are capped. Market scores use recorded movement size, not its cause.

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Confirmed · Source: MLB

SDSan Diego PadresLADLos Angeles Dodgers
LineupMLB

San Diego Padres vs Los Angeles Dodgers: both lineups posted

Both batting orders are posted by MLB.

SD lineup confirmedLAD lineup confirmed

Lineup Summary

SD
  1. Fernando Tatis Jr.
  2. Dustin Harris
  3. Manny Machado
  4. Ty France
  5. Jackson Merrill
LAD
  1. Mookie Betts
  2. Shohei Ohtani
  3. Will Smith
  4. Freddie Freeman
  5. Teoscar Hernández

Game Context

  • Fernando Tatis Jr. leads off for SD
  • Mookie Betts leads off for LAD

First pitch · Sep 23, 10:10 PM EDT

Both lineups posted

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San Diego Padres

  1. Fernando Tatis Jr.
  2. Dustin Harris
  3. Manny Machado
  4. Ty France
  5. Jackson Merrill
  6. Xander Bogaerts
  7. Jake Cronenworth
  8. Samad Taylor
  9. Ethan Salas

Los Angeles Dodgers

  1. Mookie Betts
  2. Shohei Ohtani
  3. Will Smith
  4. Freddie Freeman
  5. Teoscar Hernández
  6. Kyle Tucker
  7. Andy Pages
  8. Max Muncy
  9. Tommy Edman

Current orders only; the source does not supply change history.

SLAM IMPACT
4/10News significance
Lineup or starter information
How this is rated

Rule-based news significance, not medical severity, win probability or a betting recommendation. Availability reports rank above routine context. Extended absences rank higher; unconfirmed reports are capped. Market scores use recorded movement size, not its cause.

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Confirmed · Source: MLB

LAALos Angeles AngelsATHAthletics
LineupMLB

Los Angeles Angels vs Athletics: both lineups posted

Both batting orders are posted by MLB.

LAA lineup confirmedATH lineup confirmed

Lineup Summary

LAA
  1. Zach Neto
  2. Mike Trout
  3. Vaughn Grissom
  4. Denzer Guzman
  5. Wade Meckler
ATH
  1. Henry Bolte
  2. Lawrence Butler
  3. Shea Langeliers
  4. Jeff McNeil
  5. Zack Gelof

Game Context

  • Zach Neto leads off for LAA
  • Henry Bolte leads off for ATH

First pitch · Sep 23, 9:40 PM EDT

Both lineups posted

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Los Angeles Angels

  1. Zach Neto
  2. Mike Trout
  3. Vaughn Grissom
  4. Denzer Guzman
  5. Wade Meckler
  6. Jose Siri
  7. Christian Moore
  8. Bryce Teodosio
  9. Tyler Heineman

Athletics

  1. Henry Bolte
  2. Lawrence Butler
  3. Shea Langeliers
  4. Jeff McNeil
  5. Zack Gelof
  6. Donovan Walton
  7. Carlos Cortes
  8. Alika Williams
  9. Brian Serven

Current orders only; the source does not supply change history.

SLAM IMPACT
4/10News significance
Lineup or starter information
How this is rated

Rule-based news significance, not medical severity, win probability or a betting recommendation. Availability reports rank above routine context. Extended absences rank higher; unconfirmed reports are capped. Market scores use recorded movement size, not its cause.

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Confirmed · Source: MLB

NYGNew York GiantsLARLos Angeles Rams
InjuryNFL

Giants’ Jaxson Dart Likely Done for Season After MRI; Winston Thrust into Full-Time Role

NFL insiders report that New York rookie QB Jaxson Dart suffered significant left-knee damage in Monday’s loss to the Rams and is expected to require season-ending surgery. The club has not yet confirmed.

New York Giants · Jaxson Dart · Jameis Winston · Los Angeles Rams · Matthew Stafford · Davante Adams · John Harbaugh

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3/10News significance
Availability report; duration and game effect not established
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Reported · Source: NFL

NYGNew York Giants
InjuryNFL

Giants QB Dart to have knee surgery, miss rest of regular season

Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart will undergo surgery on his knee and sit out the rest of the regular season, though head coach John Harbaugh didn't rule out the possibility Dart would return if the Giants were to make the playoffs.

New York Giants · Jaxson Dart

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3/10News significance
Availability report; duration and game effect not established
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Rule-based news significance, not medical severity, win probability or a betting recommendation. Availability reports rank above routine context. Extended absences rank higher; unconfirmed reports are capped. Market scores use recorded movement size, not its cause.

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Reported · Source: ESPN

WNBA
InjuryWNBA

Stewart scratch for Liberty regular-season finale 'precautionary'

New York Liberty star Breanna Stewart will miss the team's regular-season finale Wednesday with left knee soreness, coach Chris DeMarco said pregame.

Breanna Stewart · New York Liberty

SLAM IMPACT
3/10News significance
Availability report; duration and game effect not established
How this is rated

Rule-based news significance, not medical severity, win probability or a betting recommendation. Availability reports rank above routine context. Extended absences rank higher; unconfirmed reports are capped. Market scores use recorded movement size, not its cause.

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Reported · Source: ESPN

NYGNew York Giants
InjuryNFL

With Jaxson Dart out, what's next for Giants, Jameis Winston?

New York fans just don't seem to be allowed nice things these days. Our insiders get into the implications of Dart's injury and its effect on the Giants going forward.

New York Giants · Jaxson Dart

SLAM IMPACT
3/10News significance
Availability report; duration and game effect not established
How this is rated

Rule-based news significance, not medical severity, win probability or a betting recommendation. Availability reports rank above routine context. Extended absences rank higher; unconfirmed reports are capped. Market scores use recorded movement size, not its cause.

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Reported · Source: ESPN

SFSan Francisco 49ers
InjuryNFL

49ers place starting DT C.J. West on IR due to knee injury

49ers defensive tackle C.J. West, who is going to miss at least a chunk of the season with a bone chip in his knee that will require surgery, was placed on injured reserve Wednesday.

San Francisco 49ers · CJ West

SLAM IMPACT
3/10News significance
Availability report; duration and game effect not established
How this is rated

Rule-based news significance, not medical severity, win probability or a betting recommendation. Availability reports rank above routine context. Extended absences rank higher; unconfirmed reports are capped. Market scores use recorded movement size, not its cause.

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Reported · Source: ESPN

LADLos Angeles Dodgers
InjuryMLB

Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani returns from IL stint, starts vs. Padres

Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani, who was on the injured list since Sept. 8, was activated and in the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the Padres.

Shohei Ohtani · Josue De Paula · Los Angeles Dodgers

SLAM IMPACT
3/10News significance
Availability report; duration and game effect not established
How this is rated

Rule-based news significance, not medical severity, win probability or a betting recommendation. Availability reports rank above routine context. Extended absences rank higher; unconfirmed reports are capped. Market scores use recorded movement size, not its cause.

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Reported · Source: ESPN

LARLos Angeles Rams
InjuryNFL

McVay says Nacua's injury not 'long-term' concern, but Rams being cautious

Rams coach Sean McVay said receiver Puka Nacua does not have a hernia, but the team will "err on the side of caution" with the injury.

Los Angeles Rams · Puka Nacua

SLAM IMPACT
3/10News significance
Availability report; duration and game effect not established
How this is rated

Rule-based news significance, not medical severity, win probability or a betting recommendation. Availability reports rank above routine context. Extended absences rank higher; unconfirmed reports are capped. Market scores use recorded movement size, not its cause.

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Reported · Source: ESPN

WSHWashington Commanders
InjuryNFL

Commanders say clip didn't reflect team response to Daniels injury

After a short video clip showed a number of Commanders walking past Jayden Daniels as he was being helped by medical personnel Sunday, many players fired back at the takes being spouted on social media, emphasizing, "It's bulls--- what people are saying."

Washington Commanders · Jayden Daniels · Brandon Coleman · Ben Sinnott · Terry McLaurin · Josh Conerly Jr

SLAM IMPACT
3/10News significance
Availability report; duration and game effect not established
How this is rated

Rule-based news significance, not medical severity, win probability or a betting recommendation. Availability reports rank above routine context. Extended absences rank higher; unconfirmed reports are capped. Market scores use recorded movement size, not its cause.

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Reported · Source: ESPN

ATLAtlanta Braves
InjuryMLB

Braves activate set-up man Suarez, target 2 appearances ahead of playoffs

Braves reliever Robert Suarez, who has been sidelined more than three months with right elbow inflammation, was activated with the aim of being used Wednesday night and again Saturday ahead of the postseason.

Atlanta Braves · Robert Suarez

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3/10News significance
Availability report; duration and game effect not established
How this is rated

Rule-based news significance, not medical severity, win probability or a betting recommendation. Availability reports rank above routine context. Extended absences rank higher; unconfirmed reports are capped. Market scores use recorded movement size, not its cause.

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Reported · Source: ESPN

CARCarolina PanthersATLAtlanta Falcons
InjuryNFL

Sources: Panthers RB Jonathon Brooks set for surgery, put on IR

Panthers running back Jonathon Brooks is expected to undergo surgery to repair a core muscle injury and is set to miss at least six weeks, sources told NFL Network.

Jonathon Brooks · Carolina Panthers · Chuba Hubbard · Atlanta Falcons · Chicago Bears

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3/10News significance
Availability report; duration and game effect not established
How this is rated

Rule-based news significance, not medical severity, win probability or a betting recommendation. Availability reports rank above routine context. Extended absences rank higher; unconfirmed reports are capped. Market scores use recorded movement size, not its cause.

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Reported · Source: ESPN

BUFBuffalo Sabres
InjuryNHL

Sabres' Mattias Samuelsson injured, may miss start of season

Sabres defenseman Mattias Samuelsson is listed as week to week with a lower-body injury, leaving him in jeopardy of missing the start of the season.

Buffalo Sabres · Mattias Samuelsson

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3/10News significance
Uncertain or qualified report; absence severity not established
How this is rated

Rule-based news significance, not medical severity, win probability or a betting recommendation. Availability reports rank above routine context. Extended absences rank higher; unconfirmed reports are capped. Market scores use recorded movement size, not its cause.

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Reported · Source: ESPN

MINMinnesota Vikings
InjuryNFL

Vikings RB Aaron Jones working through knee injury

The Vikings' offensive backfield is in flux this week as starter Aaron Jones Sr. works through a knee injury and backup Jordan Mason remains on injured reserve.

Minnesota Vikings · Aaron Jones Sr

SLAM IMPACT
3/10News significance
Availability report; duration and game effect not established
How this is rated

Rule-based news significance, not medical severity, win probability or a betting recommendation. Availability reports rank above routine context. Extended absences rank higher; unconfirmed reports are capped. Market scores use recorded movement size, not its cause.

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Reported · Source: ESPN

LACLos Angeles Chargers
InjuryNFL

In reversal, Chargers not placing Charlie Kolar (forearm) on IR

In a surprising reversal, the Chargers are not placing tight end Charlie Kolar on injured reserve after he injured his left forearm in Sunday's game.

Los Angeles Chargers · Charlie Kolar · Hayden Rucci · David Njoku

SLAM IMPACT
3/10News significance
Availability report; duration and game effect not established
How this is rated

Rule-based news significance, not medical severity, win probability or a betting recommendation. Availability reports rank above routine context. Extended absences rank higher; unconfirmed reports are capped. Market scores use recorded movement size, not its cause.

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Reported · Source: ESPN

INDIndianapolis Colts
InjuryNFL

Steichen defends Colts' handling of WR Pierce's heel injury

The Colts are placing wide receiver Alec Pierce on injured reserve, giving him time to rehab his heel injury, coach Shane Steichen said Wednesday.

Indianapolis Colts · Alec Pierce · Darius Slayton

SLAM IMPACT
3/10News significance
Availability report; duration and game effect not established
How this is rated

Rule-based news significance, not medical severity, win probability or a betting recommendation. Availability reports rank above routine context. Extended absences rank higher; unconfirmed reports are capped. Market scores use recorded movement size, not its cause.

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Reported · Source: ESPN

CLECleveland GuardiansCHWChicago White Sox
AnalysisMLB

Why MLB’s end to the Game 163 makes the 2026 AL races a season‑long tiebreaker

With five days left in the regular season the American League’s tightest races show exactly what MLB’s removal of tiebreaker games means: head‑to‑head results and small margins from earlier in the year are…

Cleveland Guardians · Chicago White Sox · Houston Astros · Texas Rangers · New York Yankees · Boston Red Sox

SLAM IMPACT
3/10News significance
Matchup analysis and context
How this is rated

Rule-based news significance, not medical severity, win probability or a betting recommendation. Availability reports rank above routine context. Extended absences rank higher; unconfirmed reports are capped. Market scores use recorded movement size, not its cause.

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Reported · Source: MLB

LACLos Angeles Chargers
NewsNFL

Herbert shuts down leadership questions amid Chargers' 0-2 start

Justin Herbert was uncharacteristically fiery when asked Wednesday about increased vocal leadership on the Chargers amid the team's 0-2 start.

Los Angeles Chargers · Justin Herbert

SLAM IMPACT
2/10News significance
General reporting; no specific availability or market change identified
How this is rated

Rule-based news significance, not medical severity, win probability or a betting recommendation. Availability reports rank above routine context. Extended absences rank higher; unconfirmed reports are capped. Market scores use recorded movement size, not its cause.

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Reported · Source: ESPN

NYYNew York Yankees
NewsMLB

Stanton, Grisham take steps toward rejoining Yankees

Yankees slugger Giancarlo Stanton could return for the playoffs after a 5½-month absence due to calf strains.

New York Yankees · Giancarlo Stanton · Trent Grisham · Clarke Schmidt · Max Fried · Gerrit Cole · Jazz Chisholm Jr · Anthony Volpe

SLAM IMPACT
2/10News significance
General reporting; no specific availability or market change identified
How this is rated

Rule-based news significance, not medical severity, win probability or a betting recommendation. Availability reports rank above routine context. Extended absences rank higher; unconfirmed reports are capped. Market scores use recorded movement size, not its cause.

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Reported · Source: ESPN

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