The Detroit Tigers secured a playoff spot for the first time in a decade with a 4-1 victory over the Chicago White Sox, who set a modern record with 121 losses this season. Riley Greene's RBI double and two runs from wild pitches contributed to the win.
In other games, the Chicago Cubs clinched a winning season against the Cincinnati Reds, while the Washington Nationals ended a losing streak with a decisive win over the Philadelphia Phillies. The Atlanta Braves defeated the Kansas City Royals, delaying their playoff celebration.
The Tampa Bay Rays edged the Boston Red Sox, and the Pittsburgh Pirates overcame the New York Yankees. The Miami Marlins set a season-high in runs against the Toronto Blue Jays, and the Houston Astros beat the Cleveland Guardians. The Baltimore Orioles eliminated the Minnesota Twins from postseason contention.
In a standout performance, Shohei Ohtani of the Los Angeles Dodgers hit his 54th home run and stole his 57th base, while the Milwaukee Brewers dealt a blow to the New York Mets' playoff hopes.
