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AFL Update: Oct. 21, 2026

After blowing an early 3-0 lead, erasing a 9-3 deficit, and twice tying the game late, Salt River was walked off in the 9th for an 11-10 loss. Teo Banks was the sole National to appear on the game. Washington’s…

Published: Wednesday, 21 October 2026 at 10:22 AM
AFL Update: Oct. 21, 2026
Key Things to Know
  • Teo Banks homered twice and drove in four runs in Salt River's 11-10 walk-off loss.
  • Jarlin Susana is expected to make his fourth Arizona Fall League start against Scottsdale.
  • Writer Luke Erickson argues quantitative pitching lists confuse measurement with true player evaluation.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Washington Nationals prospect Teo Banks hit two home runs, scored three times, and drove in four runs during the Salt River Rafters' 11-10 walk-off defeat. Fellow Nationals prospect Jarlin Susana is scheduled to make his fourth Arizona Fall League start against Scottsdale.

Writer Luke Erickson also critiques recent quantitative pitching prospect lists, arguing that raw measurable metrics should not replace traditional scouting evaluations, specifically citing pitcher Luis Perales' high career minor-league walk rates.

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