Randal Grichuk of the Arizona Diamondbacks celebrated his 200th career home run, contributing to a strong postseason push for the team in the National League wild card race. Meanwhile, Salvador Perez of the Kansas City Royals is just two RBIs shy of his second career season with over 100 RBIs, showcasing his consistent offensive performance. On the pitching front, Tarik Skubal of the Detroit Tigers is leading the American League in wins, ERA, and strikeouts, positioning himself as a strong candidate for the Cy Young Award and aiming for a rare Triple Crown feat. Additionally, Michael Wacha achieved his 100th career win with a stellar performance against the Minnesota Twins, helping the Royals secure a series sweep and maintain their playoff position. Wacha's impressive outing also marked his third game this season of seven or more shutout innings, underscoring his key role in the Royals' pitching lineup. The Royals have rebounded well from a previous losing streak, now feeling optimistic about their playoff chances.