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Giancarlo Stanton can’t stop sending balls into orbits in the 2024 MLB playoffs — particularly during the 2024 American League Championship Series against the Cleveland Guardians. When the Yankees needed a big boost in Game 5 of the ALCS, Stanton was right there to deliver the goods for them, as he launched a clutch two-run […]

When a fan base watches its team win a World Series, reach two others and claim nine divisional crowns in the span of a decade, overconfidence should be unavoidable. Los Angeles Dodgers supporters know better, though. They sport several wounds from the daggers that the Houston Astros, Washington Nationals, San Diego Padres and Arizona Diamondbacks, […]

In a strategic move that has paid off before, the Los Angeles Dodgers opt to go with a bullpen game in Game 6 of the 2024 NLCS against the New York Mets. Manager Dave Roberts has declared an “everyone is available” approach as the team looks to clinch a spot in the World Series. “All […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers have a 3-2 lead against the New York Mets in the National League Championship Series, and the media coverage around both teams is leaving no stone unturned. When ESPN’s Aiden Gonzalez asked whether Shohei Ohtani was available to pitch in Games 6 or 7, manager Dave Roberts provided a curt response. […]

New York Yankees shortstop Anthony Volpe has had a very successful postseason so far, performing better offensively than he did in the regular season, and manager Aaron Boone said his at-bats have been “excellent” since the playoffs began. Aaron Boone also said that Anthony Volpe’s work ahead of the series against the Kansas City Royals […]

The Cleveland Guardians have played back-to-back nail-biting games in the American League Championship Series against the New York Yankees. They were able to pull out something of a miracle in winning Game 3, but they fell short in Game 4 and manager Stephen Vogt’s team is facing a 3-1 deficit as it prepares for Saturday […]

New York Yankees’ starting pitcher Nestor Cortes hinted at making a potential World Series appearance if his team breaks through against the Cleveland Guardians in the ALCS. However, with a 3-1 lead, the Yankees will have to finish the job in Game 5 at Progressive Field in Cleveland, where New York won 8-6 on Friday […]

After a spectacular Game 1 outing, Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Jack Flaherty looked to be an imposing matchup with the New York Mets facing elimination in Game 5. However, the former Detroit Tiger got shelled for eight runs in just three innings in the 12-6 loss. Flaherty’s stuff was much better in Game 1, according […]

Although New York Yankees southpaw Nestor Cortes is not on the ALCS roster, his season may not be over. With the Yankees up 3-1 over the Cleveland Guardians in the series, “Nasty Nestor” could appear in the Fall Classic. Cortes faced hitters in live batting practice ahead of Saturday night’s Game 5 at Progressive Field […]

It’s win or go home for the New York Mets as they face the Los Angeles Dodgers for Game 6 of the National League Championship Series. The pressure is on at Chavez Ravine as we share our NLCS odds series and make a Mets-Dodgers prediction and pick for Game 6. Mets-Dodgers Game 6 Projected Starters  […]

The New York Yankees trio of Giancarlo Stanton, Aaron Judge and Juan Soto have been hitting on another level during the American League Championship Series against the Cleveland Guardians. They have combined for seven home runs, 14 RBI and a 1.097 OPS through four games, per Yankees insider Bryan Hoch. The rest of the Yankees […]

The Cleveland Guardians aim to keep their season alive as they host the New York Yankees for Game 5. It’s time to continue our ALCS odds series with a Yankees-Guardians prediction and pick. Yankees-Guardians Game 5 Projected Starters  Carlos Rodon vs. Tanner Bibee  Carlos Rodon (1-1) with a 4.66 ERA, 1.03 WHIP, and 16 strikeouts […]

Cleveland Guardians pitcher Emmanuel Clase is opening up about the struggles he’s having in the ALCS this year. Clase got battered once again by the New York Yankees in Game 4 of the series on Friday. New York has driven in two runs in each of Clase’s last two appearances for Cleveland. The reliever has […]

It was win or go home for the New York Mets on Friday night in Game 5 of the NLCS against the Los Angeles Dodgers. Knowing this team’s fight, there was no way they’d be eliminated on home soil. The Mets came out swinging it from the first pitch and ultimately won 12-6, forcing Game […]

Giancarlo Stanton provided another classic performance for the New York Yankees in Game 4 of the ALCS against the Cleveland Guardians. His three-run blast in the sixth inning extended the Yankees’ lead to 6-2, aiding in their 3-1 series advantage. This home run also marked a significant achievement in Stanton’s career, as he became the […]

The New York Yankees are one win away from making the World Series. Juan Soto has played a big part in their success all season and his upcoming free agency has been a major topic of discussion for months. The Bronx Bombers won’t be the least bit interested in losing Soto, but there will be […]

With their backs up against the wall, the New York Mets came through with a victory in the 2024 NLCS on Friday night, beating the Los Angeles Dodgers 12-6. They now trail 3-2 in the series heading back to LA for Game 6 on Sunday. The Mets came out swinging and took an 8-1 lead […]

After turning in a dominant effort in Game 4 of the NLCS with Max Muncy kicked over to first base and Kiké Hernández taking his spot at third base, the Los Angeles Dodgers brought back Freddie Freeman for Game 5 in an attempt to close out the series and bring the World Series, not Game […]

Mascots add a certain amount of levity and laughs to stadiums across the globe. They’re caretakers who can relieve stress and ease tensions among fan bases. But who takes care of the caretakers? Enter David “Big Papi” Ortiz who’s apparently been getting a little too comfortable with Mrs. Met. While doing the pregame show to […]

For a moment it appeared that perhaps Clayton Kershaw had moved on from the Houston Astros’ previous sign-stealing cheating scandal. The Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher was recently asked which players are the best top of the batting order hitters he has faced. Kershaw was seemingly on the verge of giving Jose Altuve and Alex Bregman […]

With a comfortable 8-1 lead in the fourth inning of Game 5 of the National League Championship Series, New York Mets starter David Peterson was feeling himself. After running over to first for the force out against Los Angeles Dodgers third baseman Max Muncy, Peterson was caught on camera jawing at Muncy. "Sit down, bitch" […]

The New York Yankees are two wins away from clinching their first World Series birth since 2009. However, one of their relief pitchers won’t be on the roster if they advance. The Yankees made a personnel switch ahead of Friday’s ALCS Game 4 against the Cleveland Guardians, via MLB.com’s Bryan Hoch. “Mark Leiter Jr. has […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers have a chance to put away the New York Mets in Game 5 and win the National League pennant. In winning Games 3 and 4 in Citi Field, the Dodgers were able to jump on the Mets early and come away with relatively easy wins. However, a base-running error by Shohei […]

Ahead of Game 5 of the NLCS, New York Mets star Francisco Lindor sat down with MLB legend Alex Rodriguez. However, “A-Rod” may not have expected a rough trip down memory lane. Lindor brought up the New York Yankees’ heartbreaking 2019 ALCS loss to the Houston Astros, via FOX Sports. Francisco Lindor: "I remember watching […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers are a game away from securing a spot in the World Series as they hold a 3-1 lead in the National League Championship Series against the New York Mets. In breaking down the Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani’s swing, FOX Sports’ Alex Rodriguez paid a big compliment to the Japanese slugger. “Six-foot-four, […]

The New York Yankees are just two wins away from winning the American League pennant and advancing to the World Series for the first time since 2009. They had a great chance to take a 3-0 lead against the Cleveland Guardians in Game 3 on Thursday night, but they let a late lead slip away […]

The San Francisco Giants have announced a significant change in their coaching staff, promoting JP Martinez to the role of Pitching Coach for the upcoming 2025 season. This move comes after Bryan Price decided to step down, leaving the position open for a familiar face within the organization. “The SFGiants have announced that J.P. Martinez […]

It’s never easy for a team to look in the mirror and figure out what went wrong. The St. Louis Cardinals are a franchise showered with winning traditions but they haven’t done much winning over the past two seasons. 2023 was a disaster for St. Louis and 2024 didn’t bring a different vibe. The Cardinals […]

The Yankees make the trip to Cleveland to face the Guardians! These teams were the top two in the AL, and the Yankees won the first two in the series before the Guardians had a magical comeback in Game 3. It’s time to continue our ALCS odds series with a Yankees-Guardians prediction and pick. Yankees-Guardians […]

With the New York Mets facing elimination down 3-1 to the Los Angeles Dodgers in the NLCS, Mets manager Carlos Mendoza has made his decision about who will start Game 5. David Peterson will get the ball to try and keep the Mets alive for one more game and extend the series. Mendoza explained his […]

On Friday night, Progressive Field will be lit with nostalgia as former Cleveland Guardians powerhouse, Travis Hafner, returns to throw the ceremonial first pitch before ALCS Game 4. Hafner, a key figure in the Guardians’ lineup during his prime, is remembered for his formidable presence at the plate. “Travis Hafner, who played on the memorable […]

The playoffs bring out a different side of athletes. Players tend to give a little more in the postseason and are able to block out the noise, and sometimes the pain, to remain on the field for the season’s most important games. The New York Mets are getting that type of grit from Brandon Nimmo. […]

Shortstop Willy Adames is expected to be one of the top available free agents this offseason. With the official start of free agency still a few weeks away, it appears that a favorite for Adames has started to emerge. The Los Angeles Dodgers are now the most likely destination for Adames according to MLB insider […]

When all hope seemed lost for the Cleveland Guardians, Jhonkensy Noel stepped up to the plate. His blast sent Guardians fans into a frenzy and had one broadcaster breaking out into song. Feliz Navidad to be exact. As the ball flew over the fence, Rafa Hernandez-Brito dropped an epic reaction, perfectly encapsulating all of Cleveland’s […]

Nowadays, David Ortiz, Alex Rodriguez and Derek Jeter are broadcast partners for Fox Sports’ pregame and postgame shows during the postseason. But, it was not too long ago that Ortiz, Rodriguez and Jeter were bitter rivals with the Boston Red Sox and the New York Yankees. During Fox’s postgame coverage of the Los Angeles Dodgers’ […]

It was a party in Cleveland Thursday night after David Fry launched a game-winning, walk-off home run for a 7-5 Cleveland Guardians win. It must have felt like deja vu for the All-Star who has established himself as the go-to bat when the Guardians need a big hit. First, it was his pinch-hit two-run homer […]

Shohei Ohtani and the Los Angeles Dodgers made a statement in Game 4 of the NLCS, taking down the New York Mets, 10-2. Ohtani got the Dodgers out on the right foot with a towering first inning home run. The blast went 422 feet and came off of Ohtani’s bat at 117.8 miles per hour. […]

Travis Kelce is from Northeast Ohio, so it’s no surprise he grew up a fan of the nearby pro sports teams in Cleveland. And the Kansas City Chiefs star will not allow anyone to question his loyalty to the Cleveland Guardians specifically, who pulled off a heartstopping win in Game 3 of the ALCS last […]

After dropping Game 2 at home, the Los Angeles Dodgers regrouped in an impressive way as the NLCS shifted back to New York. The Dodgers’ bats caught fire at Citi Field and their pitching staff held the Mets’ lineup in check, and now Dave Roberts and company are one win away from advancing to the […]