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MLB Weekly Highlights: 2026-08-28 to 2026-09-03

September 4, 2026 · MLB Daily Recaps · Ross Jensen
Weekly Top 20 Major League Performances (2026-08-28 to 2026-09-03)
1
Pete Crow-Armstrong
CF • CHC
7 G, 11/32 (.344), 1.289 OPS, 0 2B, 6 HR, 0 SB, 10 R, 10 RBI, 2 BB, 8 K
Pete Crow-Armstrong delivered a standout performance in his best game, going 4-for-6 with 3 HR and 6 RBI against the Cincinnati Reds in a 17-5 Chicago Cubs victory. Across the week he posted a .344 average with six home runs and 10 RBI over seven games, showcasing elite power and run production. The prospect added 10 runs scored while maintaining strong plate discipline despite eight strikeouts. His 1.289 OPS highlighted consistent extra-base impact, positioning him as a top weekly performer with a bright projection ahead.
MLB Rank: #6
Proj: 133.4 wRC+, 0.270/0.342/0.504, 29 HR, 31 SB, 88 Runs, 87 RBI
2
Alex Bregman
3B • CHC
7 G, 12/31 (.387), 1.406 OPS, 4 2B, 5 HR, 0 SB, 7 R, 12 RBI, 0 BB, 3 K
Alex Bregman exploded in his best game with a 3-for-6, 3 HR, 4 RBI outing versus the Milwaukee Brewers in a 17-3 Cubs win. He followed that with a .387 average and five home runs across seven games, driving in 12 runs while posting a 1.406 OPS. Four doubles added extra value to his power display. With only three strikeouts in 31 at-bats, Bregman showed exceptional contact skills and run production throughout the week.
MLB Rank: #232
Proj: 105.8 wRC+, 0.250/0.334/0.399, 16 HR, 3 SB, 70 Runs, 66 RBI
3
Carter Jensen
C • KCR
6 G, 9/25 (.360), 1.429 OPS, 2 2B, 4 HR, 0 SB, 6 R, 8 RBI, 3 BB, 6 K
Carter Jensen highlighted his week with a 3-for-4, 1 HR, 3 RBI performance against the Miami Marlins in a 7-3 Royals victory. Over six games he hit .360 with four home runs and eight RBI while reaching base at a strong clip. His 1.429 OPS reflected elite power production from the catcher position. Three walks helped offset six strikeouts as Jensen delivered consistent offensive impact.
MLB Rank: #78
Proj: 119.3 wRC+, 0.248/0.340/0.446, 24 HR, 5 SB, 78 Runs, 77 RBI
4
Logan Henderson
SP • MIL
2 G, 14.0 IP, 14 K, 3 ER, 4 H, 0 BB, 0 W, 0 SV
Logan Henderson anchored his week with a 7.0 IP, 1 ER gem against the Texas Rangers in a 6-1 Brewers win. Across two starts he allowed just three earned runs on four hits with 14 strikeouts and zero walks in 14 innings. The dominant control and strikeout rate underscored his prospect upside despite the lack of decisions. Henderson’s efficiency kept opposing offenses quiet all week.
MLB Rank: #213
Proj: 3.69 ERA, 146 IP, 41 BB, 155 K, 9.6 K/9, 1.18 WHIP
5
Rafael Devers
DH • SFG
7 G, 9/27 (.333), 1.174 OPS, 1 2B, 3 HR, 0 SB, 7 R, 7 RBI, 6 BB, 9 K
Rafael Devers delivered a key 1-for-4, 1 HR, 3 RBI game versus the Pittsburgh Pirates in a 13-12 Giants victory. He followed with a .333 average, three home runs, and seven RBI over seven contests while drawing six walks. The 1.174 OPS reflected steady power and on-base contributions. Devers balanced production with patience despite nine strikeouts in the span.
MLB Rank: #457
Proj: 125.7 wRC+, 0.252/0.342/0.468, 28 HR, 2 SB, 77 Runs, 83 RBI
6
Seiya Suzuki
DH • CHC
7 G, 9/28 (.321), 1.048 OPS, 2 2B, 2 HR, 0 SB, 9 R, 5 RBI, 6 BB, 5 K
Seiya Suzuki shined in his best game, going 3-for-5 with a home run and two RBI against the Cincinnati Reds in a 17-5 Cubs win. He maintained a .321 average with two homers and nine runs scored across seven games while drawing six walks. The 1.048 OPS highlighted balanced hitting and plate discipline with only five strikeouts for the week.
MLB Rank: #136
Proj: 126.2 wRC+, 0.264/0.345/0.467, 25 HR, 5 SB, 80 Runs, 80 RBI
7
Michael Harris II
CF • ATL
6 G, 8/22 (.364), 1.255 OPS, 2 2B, 3 HR, 1 SB, 5 R, 8 RBI, 1 BB, 6 K
Michael Harris II posted his best game with a 2-for-3, 1 HR, 3 RBI effort versus the Colorado Rockies in a 6-4 Braves win. Over six games he hit .364 with three home runs, eight RBI, and one stolen base while reaching a 1.255 OPS. The combination of power and speed gave Harris a well-rounded weekly impact despite limited walks.
MLB Rank: #46
Proj: 125.2 wRC+, 0.287/0.328/0.490, 25 HR, 16 SB, 79 Runs, 86 RBI
8
Gavin Williams
SP • CLE
1 G, 7.0 IP, 13 K, 0 ER, 2 H, 1 BB, 0 W, 0 SV
Gavin Williams dominated in his best game, tossing 7.0 IP with 13 strikeouts and zero earned runs against the Toronto Blue Jays in a 6-1 Guardians victory. The lone start showcased elite swing-and-miss stuff and minimal baserunners. Williams limited damage completely while demonstrating the high strikeout projection that defines his prospect profile.
MLB Rank: #52
Proj: 3.42 ERA, 175 IP, 66 BB, 205 K, 10.5 K/9, 1.23 WHIP
9
Ryan Jeffers
C • MIN
6 G, 6/22 (.273), 1.197 OPS, 2 2B, 3 HR, 0 SB, 6 R, 8 RBI, 2 BB, 4 K
Ryan Jeffers delivered his best game with a 2-for-3, 2 HR, 4 RBI performance versus the Detroit Tigers in an 11-1 Twins win. Across six games he hit three home runs and drove in eight runs while posting a 1.197 OPS. The power surge from the catcher position stood out even with a modest batting average, backed by strong extra-base production.
MLB Rank: #177
Proj: 116.1 wRC+, 0.254/0.340/0.432, 21 HR, 3 SB, 75 Runs, 73 RBI
10
Randy Arozarena
LF • SEA
7 G, 8/28 (.286), .946 OPS, 2 2B, 2 HR, 1 SB, 6 R, 8 RBI, 3 BB, 9 K
Randy Arozarena turned in his best game with a 4-for-5, 1 HR, 4 RBI showing against the Boston Red Sox in a 9-8 Mariners victory. Over seven games he hit .286 with two homers, eight RBI, and one steal while reaching a .946 OPS. Arozarena provided balanced production across categories with solid on-base work despite nine strikeouts.
MLB Rank: #426
Proj: 118.4 wRC+, 0.255/0.348/0.428, 20 HR, 22 SB, 76 Runs, 72 RBI
1
Heriberto Hernández
LF • MIA
7 G, 5/25 (.200), .995 OPS, 2 2B, 3 HR, 1 SB, 6 R, 6 RBI, 5 BB, 8 K
Heriberto Hernández delivered a standout performance in a 1-for-5 effort with 1 HR and 2 RBI against the Washington Nationals in a 5-4 Nationals win over the Miami Marlins. Across seven games, the prospect posted a .995 OPS while hitting 3 home runs, 2 doubles, stealing 1 base, scoring 6 runs, and driving in 6 more. He also drew 5 walks. Hernández showed power and patience at the plate, contributing significantly to Miami’s offense during the week despite a modest batting average. His overall output highlighted his potential as a dynamic left fielder with speed and extra-base pop.
MLB Rank: #361
Proj: 111.7 wRC+, 0.238/0.324/0.438, 26 HR, 11 SB, 74 Runs, 78 RBI
2
Daylen Lile
RF • WSN
6 G, 6/18 (.333), 1.313 OPS, 1 2B, 2 HR, 1 SB, 5 R, 6 RBI, 6 BB, 3 K
Daylen Lile anchored a 3-for-3, 2 HR, 4 RBI showing versus the Miami Marlins in a 6-3 Nationals victory. Over six games, the prospect slashed to a 1.313 OPS with 2 homers, 1 double, 1 stolen base, 5 runs scored, and 6 RBI while walking 6 times against just 3 strikeouts. Lile combined contact and power effectively, helping Washington secure key wins. His plate discipline and multi-hit ability stood out during the week, positioning him as an emerging right fielder with strong on-base skills and extra-base production.
MLB Rank: #357
Proj: 116.5 wRC+, 0.268/0.331/0.451, 18 HR, 17 SB, 88 Runs, 71 RBI
3
Bryce Eldridge
DH • SFG
7 G, 10/27 (.370), 1.026 OPS, 2 2B, 1 HR, 0 SB, 2 R, 9 RBI, 6 BB, 7 K
Bryce Eldridge powered a 2-for-5, 1 HR, 2 RBI performance against the Arizona Diamondbacks in a 10-6 Diamondbacks win over the San Francisco Giants. In seven games, the prospect hit .370 with a 1.026 OPS, including 2 doubles, 1 homer, 9 RBI, and 6 walks. Eldridge drove in runs consistently while maintaining a strong on-base presence. His week featured steady production from the DH spot, showcasing gap power and RBI opportunities that bolstered the Giants’ lineup despite limited scoring opportunities overall.
MLB Rank: #252
Proj: 129.0 wRC+, 0.264/0.349/0.477, 28 HR, 1 SB, 76 Runs, 85 RBI
4
Oneil Cruz
CF • PIT
6 G, 10/24 (.417), .976 OPS, 1 2B, 0 HR, 4 SB, 5 R, 6 RBI, 5 BB, 8 K
Oneil Cruz exploded for a 4-for-6, 4 RBI outing versus the San Francisco Giants in a 13-12 Pirates victory. Across six games, the prospect batted .417 with a .976 OPS, swiping 4 bases, scoring 5 runs, and adding 6 RBI. Cruz used his speed and contact skills to impact games on the bases and at the plate. His multi-hit efforts and stolen bases highlighted a dynamic week for Pittsburgh’s center fielder, blending average with extra-base potential and aggressive baserunning.
MLB Rank: #111
Proj: 116.0 wRC+, 0.243/0.325/0.455, 28 HR, 33 SB, 79 Runs, 79 RBI
5
Sal Stewart
1B • CIN
6 G, 9/25 (.360), 1.145 OPS, 1 2B, 3 HR, 0 SB, 5 R, 5 RBI, 1 BB, 3 K
Sal Stewart delivered a 2-for-4, 1 HR, 2 RBI game against the Chicago Cubs in a 10-8 Reds win. In six contests, the prospect hit .360 with a 1.145 OPS, including 3 home runs, 1 double, 5 runs, and 5 RBI. Stewart provided power from the first-base position, delivering key extra-base hits. His strong week underscored emerging slugging ability and run production for Cincinnati despite limited walks.
MLB Rank: #99
Proj: 130.5 wRC+, 0.275/0.351/0.486, 27 HR, 11 SB, 76 Runs, 86 RBI

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