Significant Injuries: Justin Verlander out with Tommy John

Ron Gardenhire retires-

Brief Analysis of Playoff Picture:

*Cincinnati 8-2/ last 10 taking the 8th seed. Giants, Brewers, and Reds all .500 as of now

* Phillies are holding on despite injury bug

*TB/Chi batting for 1/2 spot w opponent either being CLE or TOR

Padres clinched Postseason birth for first time since 2006.

Fans snuck into Fenway/ Fires happening behind Citi Field + Cohen buys the team

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