Elly De La Cruz shines, Yankees bullpen leads playoff push in MLB
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Last updated Sep 16, 2026
With the MLB regular season nearing its end, Elly De La Cruz of the Cincinnati Reds has emerged as a strong hitter against left-handed pitchers, boasting a.342 average this season. The Yankees, having secured a postseason berth, rely heavily on their bullpen trio, including Brent Headrick, who has excelled with a 1.94 ERA. As four teams have already clinched playoff spots, the battle for the remaining eight continues, highlighting key player performances and trends as teams prepare for the postseason.
- •Four teams have clinched postseason berths with eight spots still available.
- •Elly De La Cruz is hitting.342 against left-handed pitchers this season.
- •The Yankees rank second in the American League, driven by strong pitching.
- •Brent Headrick, a waiver claim, has become a vital bullpen asset.
- •Yankees' bullpen trio has a combined 2.05 ERA over 219 ⅓ innings.
- 1:30 PMCBS MLB — MLB trends: Elly De La Cruz's new trick, the Yankees' great find and an ABS challenge update
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