MLB Standings
There will be one regular season in October in 2035 but it is almost all done and dusted in the playoff picture.
In the American League, the division winners are the White Sox (99-62, the best record in baseball), Yankees (93-68), and Astros (85-76). The Wild Cards are set as well with the Royals and the Blue Jays sharing a 91-70 record and the Orioles half a game back at 90-70.
In the National League, it’s a similar picture with the Mets (96-65), Cardinals (89-72) and Giants (95-66) wrapping up the divisions. One of the Padres and Rockies (91-70) will finish with the top Wild Card spot, with the Phillies (84-77) having secured the final place in the post season.
Kansas City Results
A 16-10 record for September has the Royals feeling a little better heading into the post season although, like the whole season, it has been a struggle.
It was a great start to the month, completing a four-game sweep of the Astros before taking two-of-three in the final regular season series against the White Sox.
They continued the strong performances, winning five of their next six, with a home sweep of the Twins, including a 7.1 IP outing from Mike Hoffer giving up only 5 hits, followed by two of three in Boston.
The two former Mariners, Nava and Phillips, combined for a five-hit shutout of the Phillies on the way to a 2-1 series victory. Cleveland came to Kansas City and took two-of-three before the Giants came to town and went down to the reverse score.
The final trip of the season were road trips to Washington and New York. As has become the norm, the Royals struggled to the end of the season, dropping two of three to the National, and back to back games against the Mets.
Kansas City Team Statistics
The Royals were fairly consistent to their style in September as the bats remained top four in most categories while the arms remained top two. The defence is still a problem (8th) while they are now into the top three in Stolen Bases.
Edgar Mir (151 wRC+) returned to win the September Rookie on the Month Award, 8 HRs and a .574 SLG rate bringing an end to a very impressive rookie campaign. Alex Duke (151 wRC+) stepped up in the absence of Billy Mumaugh, not producing as much power but holding a .322 average.
The pitching remains elite, this month Mike Hoffer (32 FIP-) the best of the bunch, 32 H in 32.1 IP and a 1.11 ERA. Somehow, he didn’t win pitcher of the month. Chase Dollander (35 FIP-) came into the bullpen and gave up 13 hits in 11.2 innings with 12.3 K/9 rate that could prove a difference maker in the post season if he can stay fit.
Transactions & Injuries
Saturday, September 1st , 2035
Purchased the contract of 2B Edgar Mir from Triple A Omaha.
LF Billy Mumaugh was injured being hit by a pitch. The Diagnosis: concussion. He's expected to miss about 4 weeks.
Purchased the contract of RF Albert Stefanov Thomas from Triple A Omaha.
Monday, September 17th , 2035
Sent 3B Jeremy Rogerson to Triple A Omaha for injury rehab.
Optioned RP D'Mani Hamble to Triple A Omaha.
Placed SP Chase Dollander on the active roster.
Tuesday, September 18th , 2035
CF Drew Burress was injured while running the bases. The diagnosis is not yet known.
Friday, September 21st , 2035
CF Drew Burress diagnosed with a strained groin muscle, will miss 4-5 weeks.
Purchased the contract of CF Danny Rose from Triple A Omaha.
Saturday, September 22nd , 2035
Optioned SS Alejandro Estrada to Triple A Omaha.
Purchased the contract of 3B Jeremy Rogerson from Triple A Omaha.
Sunday, September 23rd , 2035
Billy Mumaugh has suffered a setback in his recovery. He is not expected to recover for another 1-2 weeks.
One in, one out as Edgar Mir returned from injury but on the same day the Royals lost Billy Mumaugh for the remainder of the season. It was a similar story later in the month as the day after Dollander and Rogerson returned, Drew Burress was injured running the bases. Three days later, he was ruled out for 4-5 weeks with a strained groin, ruling him out until at least the World Series, probably bringing his season to an end.
Billy Mumaugh then suffered a setback in his injury, putting his post season presence at risk.
Around the League
Transactions
Saturday, September 22nd , 2035
Arizona Diamondbacks: Signed SP Jon Elfstrom to a 6-year contract extension worth a total of $82,980,000.
Friday, September 21st , 2035
New York Yankees: Signed SP J.J. Tjepkema to a 7-year contract extension worth a total of $155,500,000.
Friday, September 14th , 2035
Toronto Blue Jays: Signed RF Josh Armagost to a 4-year contract extension worth a total of $54,000,000.
Sunday, September 9th , 2035
Baltimore Orioles: Failed to sign 2nd round draft pick Jaheim Champ. Received additional pick compensation.
New York Yankees: Failed to sign 1st round draft pick Esteban Guardiola. Received additional pick compensation.
Tampa Bay Rays: Failed to sign 1st round draft pick Suljo Mirkovic. Received additional pick compensation.
Chicago White Sox: Failed to sign 3rd round draft pick Zach Noone. Received additional pick compensation.
Minnesota Twins: Failed to sign 1st round draft pick Bailey Nartey. Received additional pick compensation.
Los Angeles Angels: Failed to sign 3rd round draft pick Jeremy Olivera. Received additional pick compensation.
Cincinnati Reds: Failed to sign 2nd round draft pick Kevin Durkac. Received additional pick compensation.
Milwaukee Brewers: Failed to sign 1st round draft pick Andres Valverde. Received additional pick compensation.
Pittsburgh Pirates: Failed to sign 1st round draft pick Darryel Sabatino. Received additional pick compensation.
St. Louis Cardinals: Failed to sign 3rd round draft pick Tim Heffernan. Received additional pick compensation.
Injuries
Saturday, September 29th , 2035
Detroit Tigers: SP Adam Kloffenstein diagnosed with a strained hamstring, will miss 3 months.
St. Louis Cardinals: C Juan Castro diagnosed with a partially torn labrum, will miss 3 months.
Friday, September 28th , 2035
Milwaukee Brewers: Luisangel Acuna has suffered a setback in his recovery. He is not expected to recover for another 7 weeks.
St. Louis Cardinals: CF Emmanuel Rodriguez diagnosed with a twisted ankle, is day-to-day for 2-3 weeks.
Thursday, September 27th , 2035
San Francisco Giants: LF Yeison Morrobel diagnosed with a fractured finger, will miss 3 months.
Wednesday, September 26th , 2035
Minnesota Twins: RP Manlio Zavala diagnosed with a ruptured ulnar collateral ligament, will miss 11-12 months.
Monday, September 24th , 2035
Miami Marlins: 2B Korey Reilly diagnosed with a hamstring strain, will miss 5-6 weeks.
Los Angeles Angels: CF Jim Hooper diagnosed with a fractured thumb, will miss 3-4 weeks.
New York Yankees: SS Alan Ianiro was injured in a collision at a base. The Diagnosis: oblique strain. He's expected to miss about 5 weeks.
Toronto Blue Jays: 2B Bryan Rincon was injured while running the bases. The Diagnosis: fractured thumb. He's expected to miss about 6-7 weeks.
Sunday, September 23rd , 2035
Chicago White Sox: RP Luis Patiño diagnosed with a torn flexor tendon in his elbow, will miss 9-10 months.
Saturday, September 22nd , 2035
Philadelphia Phillies: RF Jordan Walker diagnosed with a knee sprain, will miss 7 weeks.
Cincinnati Reds: SP Kyle Hurt diagnosed with bone chips in his elbow, will miss 3 months.
Friday, September 21st , 2035
Kansas City Royals: CF Drew Burress diagnosed with a strained groin muscle, will miss 4-5 weeks.
Cleveland Guardians: LF Jaison Chourio diagnosed with a ruptured finger tendon, will miss 4 months.
Tuesday, September 18th , 2035
New York Mets: LF Ronald Acuna Jr. diagnosed with a fractured cheekbone, will miss 4-5 weeks.
Toronto Blue Jays: Steve Young has suffered a setback in his recovery. He is not expected to recover for another 9 months.
Sunday, September 16th , 2035
Baltimore Orioles: Sam McCluskey has suffered a setback in his recovery. He is not expected to recover for another 2-3 months.
Tuesday, September 11th , 2035
Washington Nationals: Juan Rivera has suffered a setback in his recovery. He is not expected to recover for another 5 months.
Miami Marlins: SP Jairo Iriarte was injured while pitching. The Diagnosis: elbow inflammation. He's expected to miss about 2-3 months.
Saturday, September 8th , 2035
Pittsburgh Pirates: LF Ricky Uhrich diagnosed with a torn labrum, will miss 5-6 months.
Friday, September 7th , 2035
Minnesota Twins: RP Jared Hodskins diagnosed with shoulder inflammation, will miss 3-4 months.
Thursday, September 6th , 2035
Atlanta Braves: RP David Ramos diagnosed with a strained hamstring, will miss 3 months.
Wednesday, September 5th , 2035
San Antonio Avalanche: Jonathan Mastin has suffered a setback in his recovery. He is not expected to recover for another 8 weeks.