Nate and Rhys check in on the MLB playoff standings while discussing what guys might be X-Factors in October. They also discuss players that deserve to get MVP votes, and prospects we want to see debut on Opening Day 2026.

00:00 MLB Playoff Updates and Team Performances
10:00 National League Playoff Picture
19:38 Playoff X-Factors for Each Team
23:10 Pitching X-Factors in the Postseason
29:29 MVP Race Insights
35:29 Minor League Prospects to Watch
43:37 Prospects Live Updates and Future Plans

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