The red-hot Rangers have won four straight to pull within 1 1/2 games of the Mariners for the third AL Wild Card spot. Meanwhile in the NL, the Mets' struggles have opened the door for the Giants, Reds, Cardinals and D-backs to make a late run to the playoffs.

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