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Revisiting the 'best case scenario' for each MLB team

In March, with the regular season drawing closer each day, Yardbarker's team of MLB writers got together to identify what a best-case scenario might look like heading into the coming season. Now, with the season coming to a close, it is the perfect opportunity to look back and see how things actually unfolded.

Yankees have hidden 40-40 player in two-time All-Star

Royals' Salvador Perez adds to intriguing Hall of Fame resume

Robinson Cano joins exclusive club with 4,000th pro hit

The 25 greatest MLB teams from the 2000s

The 'Active MLB 200-strikeout seasons' quiz

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The Quiz of the Day

Giants to promote top prospect amid playoff push

The Giants have played better of late as the Mets have fallen apart. That leaves San Francisco just 1.5 games back of a playoff spot now, with two weeks left in the regular season.

Giants 1B to undergo MRI for thigh strain

The 25 greatest MLB play-by-play announcers of all-time

The 'Multiple 100-RBI MLB seasons' quiz

Jazz Chisholm News / Yardbarker / September 15

Yankees have hidden 40-40 player in two-time All-Star

The New York Yankees expected Jazz Chisholm Jr. to fill a significant hole in their lineup.

Royals' Salvador Perez adds to his intriguing Hall of Fame resume

Cardinals to activate veteran 3B amid disappointing season

Brewers starter to undergo MRI

Rangers activate OF for playoff push

Robinson Cano joins exclusive club with his 4,000th pro hit

Five stars from Japan and Korea MLB teams will fight over this offseason

Kansas City Royals News / Yardbarker / September 14

Royals' Salvador Perez adds to intriguing Hall of Fame resume

Kansas City Royals catcher Salvador Perez reached a pair of milestones on Saturday.

Pair of MLB superstars are chasing history as season concludes

End of an era: Former Cubs star announces retirement from MLB after 14 seasons

Five stars from Japan and Korea MLB teams will fight over this offseason

The 20 worst MLB teams from the 2010s

The '2014 & 2015 Kansas City Royals' quiz

Kyle Schwarber News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The '50-home run MLB seasons' quiz

How many of the players to reach the 50-home run milestone in one MLB season can you name in five minutes?

The '2000's AL and NL MVPs' quiz

The '2024 MLB RBI leaders' quiz

The 'Highest slugging percentage in a season' quiz

St. Louis Cardinals News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 14

Cardinals to activate veteran 3B amid disappointing season

In 96 games this year, he has hit just .235/.294/.366 with 10 home runs.

The 25 greatest MLB teams from the 2000s

The 'Most strikeouts in the 2010s' quiz

Milwaukee Brewers News / WI Sports Heroics / September 14

Brewers manager shares emotional letter after postseason clinch

Brewers manager shares emotional letter from Bob Uecker with team after 2025 postseason clinch

All season long, Milwaukee has played with the mantra "Win it for Ueck," who unfortunately never saw the team he loved win a World Series.

The 20 worst MLB teams from the 2010s

The 'MLB managers of the year' quiz

New York Yankees News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 14

Cashman: Yankees 'believe In' Anthony Volpe despite 'tough stretch'

Anthony Volpe’s underwhelming season has made the shortstop a topic of controversy in the Bronx.

Yankees have hidden 40-40 player in two-time All-Star

Aaron Judge heating up at the perfect time for Yankees, his MVP pursuit

Which MLB teams have the longest World Series droughts?

The 'Active hit-by-pitch leaders' quiz

Atlanta Braves News / Yardbarker / September 14

Robinson Cano joins exclusive club with 4,000th pro hit

The group welcomed its newest member on Saturday, when Robinson Canó became the 22nd player to reach the milestone.

Five stars from Japan and Korea MLB teams will fight over this offseason

There's still time for Mets to save season ... but not much

How Sandy Alcantara's second-half resurrection benefits Marlins

The 25 greatest MLB teams from the 2000s

The 'Most four-hit MLB games since 2000' quiz

MLB News / Yardbarker / September 14

Five stars from Japan and Korea MLB teams will fight over this offseason

As teams look to upgrade their rosters this offseason, several current players in Japan's NPB and Korea's KBO will look to make the jump to the Major Leagues.

There's still time for Mets to save season ... but not much

How Sandy Alcantara's second-half resurrection benefits Marlins

Padres' biggest X-factor could give them a postseason edge

The 25 most unique features in MLB ballparks

The 'Active MLB 200-strikeout seasons' quiz

New York Mets News / Yardbarker / September 13

There's still time for Mets to save season ... but not much

Despite big names and even bigger salaries, it's clear that, right now, the New York Mets aren't built for October.

Carlos Mendoza assigns blame as Mets' playoff hopes dwindle

Padres' biggest X-factor could give them a postseason edge

How Sandy Alcantara's second-half resurrection benefits Marlins

Aaron Judge heating up at the perfect time for Yankees, his MVP pursuit

Dodgers place All-Star on IL

Trey Yesavage News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 13

Blue Jays to promote Trey Yesavage for MLB debut

The Blue Jays are promoting right-hander Trey Yesavage to the majors, according to a report from Shi Davidi and Ben Nicholson-Smith of Sportsnet.

Report: Toronto Blue Jays to promote top prospect Trey Yesavage

Alejandro Kirk’s late-game heroics lead Blue Jays past Orioles

The 25 most iconic MLB batting stances

The '1992 & 1993 Toronto Blue Jays' quiz

Miami Marlins News / Yardbarker / September 13

How Sandy Alcantara's second-half resurrection benefits Marlins

That second-half surge could be beneficial for the Marlins regardless of what happens with Alcantara during the offseason.

Tarik Skubal injured in Tigers' loss to Sandy Alcantara, Marlins

Tigers' World Series hopes depend on Skubal injury

The 20 worst MLB teams from the 2010s

The '2003 Florida Marlins' quiz

Boston Red Sox News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 13

Three-time All-Star pitcher's future in question after Alex Cora's latest update

It is fair to wonder if retirement could be in the cards after all the tumult of his last three seasons.

Tigers' World Series hopes depend on Tarik Skubal injury

Pirates reinstate former Rockies pitcher from 60-day IL

Astros place former All-Star pitcher on IL

The 20 worst MLB teams from the 1990s

The 'MLB Comeback Player of the Year award winners' quiz

Tampa Bay Rays News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 13

Rays select pitcher with ghastly 12.71 ERA

He made his major league debut in less-than-stellar fashion.

Rays' player hits HR at Wrigley Field that harkens back to familiar memory

The 25 most unique features in MLB ballparks

Jeff McNeil News / Larry Brown Sports / September 13

Hot-tempered Mets star ejected for profane outburst directed toward umpire

He is known for a bit of a hot temper and once even triggered a benches-clearing incident.

Carlos Mendoza assigns blame as Mets' playoff hopes dwindle

Francisco Lindor speaks honestly about Mets' woes amid fears of missing the playoffs

Phillies all but wrap up NL East crown with emphatic sweep of Mets

The 25 most unique features in MLB ballparks

The 'MLB active home run leaders' quiz

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The 'NFL's three-passing TD game leaders' quiz

The 'FBS animal teams' quiz

The '50-home run MLB seasons' quiz

The '200-passing yards in first 20 NFL games' quiz

San Diego Padres News / Yardbarker / September 13

Padres' biggest X-factor could give them a postseason edge

In last season’s MLB playoffs, the San Diego Padres came relatively close to toppling the dominant Los Angeles Dodgers. This year, the Padres are once more an underdog.

Rockies seek to deal Padres another blow in quest for NL West title

The 25 greatest designated hitters in MLB history

The 25 greatest MLB play-by-play announcers of all-time

The '1984 San Diego Padres' quiz

Tarik Skubal News / Yardbarker / September 12

Tigers' World Series hopes depend on Tarik Skubal injury

The Detroit Tigers' hopes for a deep run in the postseason may have been dealt a significant blow.

Tigers reinstate former World Series champion from 60-day IL

Phillies making Walker Buehler move

Astros place All-Star pitcher on IL

Elly De La Cruz's sudden slump threatens Reds' playoff push

Surprising decision gives Giants big boost in NL wild-card chase

New York Yankees News / Field Level Media / September 13

Aaron Judge passes Joe DiMaggio on Yankees HR list with 362nd

Aaron Judge passed Joe DiMaggio and took sole possession of fourth place on the New York Yankees' all-time home run list.

Yankees facing Judge decision as manager Brian Cashman comments on matter

Carlos Mendoza assigns blame as Mets' playoff hopes dwindle

Hot-tempered Mets star ejected for profane outburst directed at umpire

Rays' player hits HR at Wrigley Field that harkens back to familiar memory

Rockies end historic scoreless streak vs. Padres with surprising HR

MLB News / Yardbarker / September 13

Aaron Judge heating up at the perfect time for Yankees, his MVP pursuit

The numbers don't lie: Judge should be the MVP.

Aaron Judge passes Joe DiMaggio on Yankees HR list with 362nd

Photo of Aaron Judge shaking hands with Donald Trump draws attention online

The 25 greatest designated hitters in MLB history

The 'Multiple 50-home run MLB seasons' quiz

MLB News / Yardbarker / September 12

Rockies end historic scoreless streak vs. Padres with surprising HR

The Colorado Rockies were looking for any way they could to get on the scoreboard against the San Diego Padres. Then an unexpected source of power provided the end to what had been a historic run of zeroes inside Petco Park on Friday.

Rockies to place talented young pitcher on injured list

Examining the aftermath of Reds' series win over Padres

Athletics' Shea Langeliers adds to historic 2025 season for catchers

Which MLB teams have the longest World Series droughts?

The '2024 MLB Silver Sluggers' quiz

New York Yankees News / Athlon Sports / September 12

Yankees facing Judge decision, Cashman comments on situation

Yankees facing Aaron Judge decision as Brian Cashman comments on situation

The New York Yankees (81-65) are looking to make another deep postseason run, currently holding the top American League wild-card spot with a three-game deficit in the division.

Aaron Judge keeps climbing Yankees all-time home run list, ties legend of the game

Yankees' Anthony Volpe has injury that could explain his poor season

End of an era: Former Cubs star announces retirement from MLB after 14 seasons

The 20 worst MLB teams from the 2010s

The 'Most home runs for every MLB team in 2019' quiz

San Francisco Giants News / Yardbarker / September 12

Surprising decision gives Giants big boost in NL wild-card chase

FanGraphs listed San Francisco's chances to make the postseason at 8.3 percent before Friday's play.

Tigers reinstate former World Series champion from 60-day IL

Astros place former All-Star pitcher on IL

The 20 worst MLB teams from the 1990s

The 'World Series MVPs' quiz

Paul Skenes News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Active MLB 200-strikeout seasons' quiz

How many of the active MLB pitchers to strikeout 200 batters in a season at least once can you name in six minutes?

Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 12

Astros place former All-Star pitcher on IL

The Astros have placed right-hander Lance McCullers Jr. on the 15-day injured list due to right-hand soreness, per Matt Kawahara of The Houston Chronicle.

Astros place Luis Garcia on IL due to elbow injury

Carlos Correa's milestone HR becomes difference-maker for Astros

The 20 worst MLB teams from the 1990s

The '2017 Houston Astros World Series roster' quiz