7 things to watch in MLB's final week include red-hot NL wild-card race, a Triple Crown chase and a historically bad division

As MLB heads into its final week of the 2026 regular season, several compelling storylines are unfolding, including a heated NL wild-card race. Outfielder Pete Crow-Armstrong and slugger Yordan Alvarez are both pursuing notable statistical milestones, with Alvarez reportedly in contention for a Triple Crown. Additionally, one division is on pace for a historically poor performance, adding further intrigue to the season's conclusion.