The 2026 MLB regular season concluded on September 27, with several teams’ final win totals shaped by late surges and collapses. The Milwaukee Brewers finished atop the NL Central with 102–103 wins after a dominant stretch, while the Tampa Bay Rays (98 wins) and Los Angeles Dodgers (100 wins) secured strong records in their divisions. Tight races defined the end, including the AL West tie between the Houston Astros and Texas Rangers at 80–81 wins and the Phillies holding off challengers for the final NL Wild Card. Recent developments such as the Guardians’ third straight AL Central title, managerial changes in Seattle, and key late injuries or roster moves influenced closing momentum for multiple clubs, with traders assessing how these outcomes aligned with preseason benchmarks.