Baseball America released farm system grades for all 30 MLB teams. FanSided evaluated each team's top prospect as the minor league season comes to a close. CBS Sports placed Kevin McGonigle as the clear No. 1 rookie for 2026. Mets pitcher Nolan McLean surged back onto the rankings. MLB.com refreshed the playoff picture, including bracket and tiebreaker scenarios. Georgia baseball coach Wes Johnson was given a new deal through 2032. KGW noted Salt Lake City could be the primary threat to Portland's MLB dream. The reports were released Wednesday, Sept. 16, 2026.