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The ALCS is heating up between the Texas Rangers and the Houston Astros in this pivotal Game 5. Adolis Garcia just blasted a clutch three-run homer off of 3x Cy Young winner Justin Verlander to give the Rangers a 4-2 lead in the sixth. Globe Life Field has been ready to explode for three games […]

With Terry Francona stepping down, the Cleveland Guardians are now on the hunt for a new manager. As the Guardians begin their search, Cleveland has turned their eyes to a popular coach from the Los Angeles Dodgers. Dodgers first base coach Clayton McCullough has interviewed for the Guardians open managerial position, via Paul Hoyes of […]

After taking down the Philadelphia Phillies in Game 3 of the NLCS, Torey Lovullo and the Arizona Diamondbacks have clawed their way back into the series. The win gave the Diamondbacks their swagger back and to Lovullo, switched the entire vibe of the NLCS. Arizona won Game 3 in style with a walk-off single by […]

Momentum is beginning to shift in the Houston Astros’ direction in the ALCS. After taking the first two games in Houston, the Rangers have dropped back-to-back games at home. Texas needs to bounce back as soon as possible. Otherwise, the Astros may run away with the series. MLB Network shared some eye-opening Corey Seager stats […]

Michael Phelps, the most decorated Olympian ever, is reportedly going to throw out the first pitch before Game 5 of the NLCS between the Philadelphia Phillies and Arizona Diamondbacks, per Bob Nightengale of USA Today. The Phillies currently lead the series heading into Game 4 on Friday. Game 5 is scheduled for Saturday in Arizona […]

The Boston Red Sox are shooting their shot with nearly every available big name in their ongoing front-office search but continue to be rejected. Their ambition knows no bounds as they attempted to persuade former Miami Marlins general manager Kim Ng to come in for an interview. By now, you can probably guess what she […]

After firing Chaim Bloom, the Boston Red Sox are looking for the right candidate to lead their front office. As the Red Sox try to find the perfect fit, their search has led them to former San Francisco Giants manager Gabe Kapler. Kapler officially interviewed with the Red Sox for the head of baseball operations […]

The Philadelphia Phillies will try and take a commanding 3-1 series lead in the National League Championship Series as they face the Arizona Diamondbacks for Game 4 at Chase Field. We’re here to share our MLB odds series, make a Phillies-Diamondbacks Game 4 prediction, and pick while showing you how to watch. The Diamondbacks defeated […]

Ever since the Houston Astros broke into the contending scene in 2015 after years of being basement-dwellers in their division, Jose Altuve has been a huge part of their roster. Altuve, the star second baseman, has been a driving force for the team for years; and throughout this period, he has endeared himself to fans, […]

It is now a best-of-three series as the Houston Astros and Texas Rangers each have two wins and they play game five of the ALCS. It is time to continue our MLB odds series with an ALCS Game 5 Astros-Rangers prediction, pick, and how-to-watch. After losing the first two games of the series at home, […]

The Houston Astros defeated the Texas Rangers 10-3 at Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas to even the ALCS at 2-2. But Astros manager Dusty Baker had a bone to pick with the Rangers, and possibly with Rangers manager Bruce Bochy. Baker was apparently under the impression that the Astros and Rangers would each keep […]

A good start to a ballgame doesn’t necessarily mean that a team would win. But serious title contenders know just how crucial it is to begin games on the right foot. This is exactly what the Houston Astros did in Game 4 of the ALCS against the Texas Rangers. Jose Altuve wasted no time setting […]

The Arizona Diamondbacks appeared to be holding on for their playoff lives after the Philadelphia Phillies took them to the woodshed in a 10-0 demolition in Game 2 of the NLCS. But now, the Diamondbacks are right back in the series, thanks in large part to Ketel Marte’s heroics. With the game tied at 1-1 […]

The loss to the Arizona Diamondbacks was not the ideal ending for the Dave Roberts-led Los Angeles Dodgers’ season. They had a lot to give after getting the NL West title by winning 100 of their 162 games. A lot of their players aim to come back with a vengeance and play with a chip […]

Following a Game 2 rout of the Arizona Diamondbacks in the NLCS, it seemed as though the Philadelphia Phillies were already booking a one-way ticket to the World Series. But the MLB playoffs rarely work that way; the Diamondbacks, fueled by their home crowd, ended up taking home a 2-1 walk-off win in Game 3, […]

The Arizona Diamondbacks found solace in Chase Field and Brandon Pfaadt, as they were finally able to shut down the Philadelphia Phillies’ overwhelming offense on Thursday. Although Rob Thomson’s ballclub fell in walk-off fashion, 2-1, its pitching remains dominant as ever. Though, a young hurler with no MLB playoffs experience is being entrusted to reclaim […]

The Arizona Diamondbacks’ 2-1 win over the Philadelphia Phillies in Game 3 of the NLCS was a perfect exposition of the resolve that has carried this team up to this point. After finishing fourth in the NL West a year ago, the Diamondbacks stand just three wins away from a trip to their first World […]

The Arizona Diamondbacks have put themselves back into the conversation of the NLCS. The Diamondbacks beat the Philadelphia Phillies 2-1 in Game 3. One Arizona player cemented himself in the record books. Brandon Pfaadt is the fourth pitcher in Diamondbacks history to have nine strikeouts in a playoff game, per Jesse Friedman. Brandon Pfaadt makes […]

The Texas Rangers need all the support they can get to overpower the incredibly gritty and talented Houston Astros. Fortunately, two Dallas Mavericks greats are doing their part on that front. Current superstar Luka Doncic and franchise legend Dirk Nowitzki are present for Game 4 of the American League Championship Series, ensuring that the Mavs […]

The Arizona Diamondbacks were hopeful that a return to Phoenix would help them against the streaking Philadelphia Phillies in the National League Championship Series. Manager Torey Lovullo’s team got themselves back in the series as clutch-hitting Ketel Marte delivered the game-winning hit in the bottom of the 9th inning. That gave Arizona a hard-fought 2-1 […]

Philadelphia Phillies manager Rob Thomson named Cristopher Sanchez his starting pitcher for Game 4 of the NLCS against the Arizona Diamondbacks. “Cristopher Sanchez is starting Game 4, Rob Thomson said,” per The Athletic Phillies beat writer Matt Gelb. Cristopher Sanchez is the Game 4 Starter for the Phillies. pic.twitter.com/RaGmn7XWZN — Phillies Tailgate (@PhilsTailgate) October 20, […]

Whether or not the Arizona Diamondbacks can come back to defeat the Philadelphia Phillies in the National League Championship Series, Ketel Marte is leaving his mark in October. The second baseman kept his team’s improbable World Series dream alive in thrilling fashion on Thursday. Marte smacked a base hit to center field to give Arizona […]

On Thursday, the Philadelphia Phillies were looking to take a commanding 3-0 lead in their NLCS series against the Arizona Diamondbacks. Although the Phillies had several chances on the afternoon to break the game open, they ultimately ended up falling to the Diamondbacks after a walk-off hit from Ketel Marte of Arizona. After the game, […]

The Arizona Diamondbacks are feeling much better about their chances in the National League Championship Series after pulling out a 2-1 victory in Game 3 of the series. Ketel Marte delivered the walk-off winner for the home team as he singled home Pavin Smith, nailing a pitch by closer Craig Kimbrel into centerfield. KETEL MARTE […]

The San Francisco Giants have a long to-do list this offseason, starting with finding a new manger. However, the allure of Japanese starting pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto is so strong that the organization decided to put that important task on hold for the time being. President of baseball operations Farhan Zaidi made the long trip to […]

Fans now have a chance to purchase a piece of New York Yankees legend Mickey Mantle’s childhood home in Oklahoma. Collectibles investment company Rally is selling 47,000 shares of Mantle’s old home for $7 each, per The Athletic. The company will sell the shares at 12 p.m. ET on October 27. The entire offering amounts […]

The Houston Astros earned a big win in Game 3 of the American League Championship series Wednesday night, but manager Dusty Baker is not resting on his laurels in Thursday’s matchup with the Texas Rangers. Fans can expect to see a big change at the top of the reigning World Series champions’ lineup. Michael Brantley […]

Texas Rangers skipper Bruce Bochy officially announced the ALCS Game 5 starter against the Houston Astros. None other than Jordan Montgomery will take the hill on Friday. This is no surprise, as Montgomery has been a godsend for the Rangers since they acquired him at the trade deadline in August. He hasn’t pitched since Sunday, […]

Jim Leyland and Lou Piniella are among the eight men on the ballot for the Hall of Fame’s contemporary era committee for managers, executives and umpires. This committee will meet December 3 at Major League Baseball’s winter meeting in Nashville. What will the Hall of Fame Class of 2024 look like? The answer starts to […]

Giancarlo Stanton of the New York Yankees had a disappointing 2023 season, leading to him receiving a lot of criticism from the fanbase, with some saying the team should trade him. One of those fans is Gary Sheffield Jr., who said the Yankees should treat unloading Giancarlo Stanton as the top priority this winter, and […]

The Philadelphia Phillies surely have an advantage when playing at Citizens Bank Park with their absolutely chaotic fans. The atmosphere in that stadium is something else as we’ve seen all playoffs, and last, how it’s fueled the team. And while a lot of Philadelphia supporters won’t be able to travel across the country to see […]

The Chicago Cubs announced Wednesday that relief pitcher Michael Fulmer underwent UCL revision surgery in his right elbow and is expected to miss the 2024 season, according to Patrick Mooney. The 30-year-old is slated to be a free agent this offseason, but will likely have to wait another year to sign his next contract. Fulmer […]

The Houston Astros and Texas Rangers face off again tonight in Game 4 of the ALCS. The Astros were able to get the job done last night, defeating the Rangers 8-5 and cutting their series deficit to 2-1. The Rangers will look to defend home field tonight with a win and head back to Houston […]

In an 0-2 hole against the defending National League champions, the Arizona Diamondbacks are inserting Tommy Pham into the outfield, manager Torey Lovullo confirmed on Thursday. “Arizona D-backs OF Tommy Pham, who has been dealing with turf toe, will play in the outfield for the first time this postseason, Torey Lovullo says, in first big […]

New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge is an MLB superstar and very well may have his number 99 retired by the team someday. For now, Judge will have to settle for getting his college baseball number retired, however. Fresno State is reportedly retiring Judge’s number 27 college baseball jersey, per Andy Martino of SNY. Aaron […]

Yordan Alvarez and the Houston Astros were in must-win territory in Game 3 of the American League Championship Series on Wednesday night — and the defending World Series champions came through with a crucial 8-5 win over the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field. “There was no other option,” Alvarez explained after the game, according […]

The 2023 Houston Astros have been confusing, and that is apparent when looking at their home-road splits on the season. The Astros went 39-42 at home in the regular season, but were 51-30 on the road, and that trend has continued in these playoffs. Dusty Baker opened up about the trend with the Astros this […]

The Houston Astros look to even up the series as they visit the Texas Rangers for game four of the ALCS. This game will continue our MLB odds series as we hand out an Astros-Rangers prediction and pick. We will also let you know how to watch the game. The Astros won game three on […]

The Houston Astros roster has changed a lot ever since they broke into the contending scene in 2015. But amid all the roster churn, one major driving force has remained a constant at the top/heart of the Astros’ order in Jose Altuve. Altuve, who has been with the Astros since 2011, has made his mark […]