Owen Ayers Is on the Doorstep of an MLB Call-Up
Cubs prospect Owen Ayers — the 572nd pick in the 2024 draft — is the most likely September call-up candidate in Chicago. Here’s what his minor league numbers really say.
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Ethan Salas: From Triple-A Debut to the September Doorstep
Three weeks at Triple-A, a 1.053 OPS, and an August 31 deadline. Here is how Ethan Salas built his way to the edge of the majors — one plate appearance at a time.
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Samuel Basallo Hits Go-Ahead Homer Three Days After Return
Samuel Basallo hit a 411-foot two-run homer in the eighth inning to tie the game three days after returning from injury. Here is what young catchers can learn from his preparation.
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Drake Baldwin August Home Run Streak
Drake Baldwin homered for Atlanta on August 18 — his 21st of 2026. The 2025 NL Rookie of the Year is proving this sophomore season is no fluke.
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Cal Raleigh Hits Three-Run Homer Despite .115 August
Cal Raleigh was batting .115 in August 2026, but the 2025 Home Run King still hit a three-run homer in Seattle’s 6-5 walk-off win. Here’s what every young catcher can learn from his at-bat.