On October 15, 2024, MLB announced the finalists for the 2024 Gold Glove Awards, showcasing exceptional defensive talent across the league. Notable nominees include Bryce Harper of the Philadelphia Phillies and Dansby Swanson of the Chicago Cubs.

Finalists were selected based on votes from MLB managers and coaches, alongside the Society for American Baseball Research's Defensive Index. The winners will be revealed on November 3, 2024.

The 2024 fantasy baseball season has concluded after 187 days, showcasing emerging stars and veteran performances. Awards are handed out to players who surprised or disappointed fantasy managers, highlighting key performances and metrics.

Brent Rooker of the Oakland Athletics and Seth Lugo of the Kansas City Royals excelled as late-round picks. Conversely, Matt Olson of the Atlanta Braves and Bobby Miller of the Los Angeles Dodgers fell short of expectations.

Other notable mentions include Josh Naylor of the Cleveland Guardians and Garrett Crochet of the Chicago White Sox, who had strong starts but faced challenges later in the season. The awards also recognize standout prospects like Paul Skenes of the Pittsburgh Pirates and Emmanuel Clase of the Cleveland Guardians, as well as the impressive Shohei Ohtani of the Los Angeles Dodgers, who claimed the Fantasy Baseball MVP title.

In a thrilling AL Wild Card Series, the Detroit Tigers triumphed over the Houston Astros with a 5-2 victory, completing a sweep and ending Houston's streak of seven consecutive AL Championship Series appearances. Andy Ibáñez's pivotal three-run double in the eighth inning highlighted the Tigers' comeback.

Meanwhile, the Kansas City Royals secured their spot in the AL Division Series by defeating the Baltimore Orioles 2-1, thanks to Bobby Witt Jr.'s clutch infield single.

In the NL, the Milwaukee Brewers evened their Wild Card Series against the New York Mets with a dramatic 5-3 win, while the San Diego Padres swept the Atlanta Braves 5-4, setting up exciting matchups in the upcoming Division Series.

Kyle Higashioka's solo home run ignited a five-run rally for the San Diego Padres, leading to a 5-4 victory over the Atlanta Braves in Game 2 of the NL Wild Card Series. The win allowed the Padres to sweep the series, with notable contributions from Manny Machado and Jackson Merrill.

As the Padres advance, they prepare to face the Los Angeles Dodgers in the NL Division Series, aiming for a World Series title in honor of their late owner, Peter Seidler.

The Atlanta Braves faced a disappointing end to their postseason journey, losing Game 2 to the San Diego Padres and marking the end of a frustrating season. Despite winning 89 games, injuries to key players like Spencer Strider and Ronald Acuña Jr. significantly impacted their performance.

General manager Alex Anthopoulos is expected to make strategic moves this winter, particularly concerning the pitching rotation, as the Braves aim to bounce back next season. With a solid core and potential financial flexibility, they could be contenders once again.