The Chicago White Sox, holding a half-game lead over the Cleveland Guardians in the AL Central, face a crucial three-game series in Cleveland, with the White Sox struggling at 4-8 in September. In the AL East, the Tampa Bay Rays are riding a successful streak, recently sweeping the Astros, while the Red Sox welcome back Willson Contreras as they battle for a wild-card spot. The New York Yankees, currently holding the top wild-card position, aim to close the gap with the Rays, while the Arizona Diamondbacks seek to secure their postseason bid amid a tight race. Each team is facing pivotal matchups in the final weeks of the regular season.
