New York could not complete a sweep as Will Warren opened with six runs in the first inning, stalling the offense’s rally against Chicago’s bullpen. They still took three of four from contenders, and now shift to Minnesota for a pivotal road trip. The Twins series kicks off a final stretch that will influence postseason positioning, with questions about Warren’s postseason role and late-inning options for the bullpen looming large.

The focus shifts to Target Field as fantasy managers parse bullpen usage and lineups for a strong closing run. Watch Garrett Crochet and Aroldis Chapman for late-inning leverage, and gauge how Warren’s early-season control trades off with the Yankees’ need for depth and stability in October.

Cal Raleigh tied Mickey Mantle’s legendary 54-homer season by belting his 54th switch-hitter homer, lifting Seattle to an 11-2 win over the Angels and sole possession of the AL West lead. George Kirby piled up 14 strikeouts in 6 1/3 innings as the Mariners closed out a four-game sweep and extended their home dominance. Three doubles from Jorge Polanco and a late-inning ankle tweak for Yoán Moncada added intrigue, while Angels’ Christian Moore and Oswald Peraza went deep in a lopsided defensive night. Raleigh’s blast also capped a strong power-night that kept Seattle’s offense humming as the next rotation lanes open with Gilbert and Wacha slated to face Kansas City and Milwaukee, respectively.

AL free-agent bids get real in this week’s FAAB-focused look, with two-start windows and keeper-grade upside driving the top targets. Expect big money on Bradish and Early as immediate impact bets, while Alexander, Urquidy, and Mahle offer upside in shallower formats or as roll-the-dice options when a two-start week aligns. Depth pieces like Rivero, Cole, Eaton, and Loperfido provide later-week dart throws, and a handful of power bets (Meadows, O’Neill, Meadows) could swing the week in the right matchups.

Grid-based pricing and a player-grade scale guide decisions, helping managers allocate a $100 FAAB budget efficiently. The slate features a mix of rotation depth, bullpen stability, and situational bats—useful for chasing wins, ERA/WHIP gains, and stolen-base upside down the stretch. Keep an eye on two-start schedules, IL-returns, and late-season callups that can reshape rosters in competitive leagues.