What the standings on August 1st mean for teams in the pennant race
By: Sarah Langs | Published: 2026-08-01 06:04:22 | Source: www.mlb.com
It’s August, which means it’s the beginning of the stretch run. The Home Run Derby and All-Star Game have passed, the Trade Deadline is Monday, and playoff implication-laden baseball is taking center stage.
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It might feel like if a team isn’t in playoff position right now, it could be time to be worried. But, is that true? For teams hoping to win the division, it’s definitely getting…

