MLB Chaos: Contenders Falter as Brewers Shine; Playoff Uncertainty Looms
September 15, 2025
Fan confidence is notably low across many top teams, including the Mets, Yankees, Dodgers, Padres, and Mariners, due to recent poor performances and injuries.
Meanwhile, standout individual performances include George Springer's resurgence at a .303 batting average, Freddie Freeman tying for 34th in MLB history with 547 doubles, and the Mariners' first division title race since 2001 being within reach.
Concerns persist for teams like the Astros, who have lost eight of Framber Valdez's last nine starts, and the Giants, who have lost five of their last eight games, indicating potential vulnerabilities as the postseason approaches.
Despite recent struggles, some teams like the Milwaukee Brewers have secured playoff spots, and the Philadelphia Phillies' Kyle Schwarber has set a franchise record with 52 home runs.
The 2025 MLB season has been marked by widespread struggles among contending teams, with many experiencing significant losing streaks and low confidence heading into the playoffs, except possibly the Milwaukee Brewers.
The season has been characterized by unpredictability and chaos, with numerous teams facing internal struggles, injuries, and inconsistent performances, raising questions about which teams are truly playoff-ready.
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CBS Sports • Sep 15, 2025
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