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Tuesday

Michael Forret Refines Pitch Arsenal Ahead of 2027 Season with Orioles

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Pitching prospect Michael Forret is set to begin the 2027 season at Triple-A Norfolk after returning to the Baltimore Orioles in an August deadline swap for Tyler Wells. The 22-year-old right-hander posted a 6.35 ERA across five starts with Norfolk following a successful stint in the Tampa Bay Rays organization, where he posted a 2.15 ERA in Double-A and added a new cutter to his repertoire. The 2023 14th-round pick aims to earn a potential major league debut in 2027.

Aidan Miller Starts Strong in Arizona Fall League Action

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Top prospect Aidan Miller is feeling good as he begins his play in the Arizona Fall League for the Philadelphia Phillies. As Philadelphia prepares for important offseason milestone dates, Miller's health and development in autumn ball remain a focal point for the franchise. The young infielder continues his progression after completing his regular season performance in the Phillies' minor league system.

Tyler Wells Saddled With Loss in Postseason Return During ALCS

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Right-hander Tyler Wells took the loss in Game 1 of the ALCS as the Tampa Bay Rays fell 7-2 to the Cleveland Guardians. Making his first appearance in a month following a layoff due to forearm tightness, Wells entered a tied game in the eighth inning and surrendered a single and a double. Both baserunners scored after he left the mound, leaving him charged with two runs and the loss.

Cole Sulser Struggles as Rays Drop ALCS Game 1 to Guardians

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Reliever Cole Sulser surrendered a three-run rally in the ninth inning of Tampa Bay's 7-2 loss to the Cleveland Guardians in Game 1 of the ALCS. Sulser allowed two singles, a walk, a wild pitch, and a balk as Cleveland put the game out of reach. The rough outing followed a regular season in which Sulser registered a -0.3 WAR, extending Tampa Bay's bullpen struggles late in the postseason opener.

Will Smith and Dodgers Face Criticism After Costly NLCS Game 2

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Catcher Will Smith is struggling significantly at the plate, going 1-for-23 this postseason and 0-for-7 against the Milwaukee Brewers. During Game 2, Smith kept both ABS challenges in his pocket, missing opportunities to overturn crucial calls during a 7-4 loss that put Los Angeles down 2-0. Smith admitted he wanted to save challenges for later innings and assumed ace Yoshinobu Yamamoto had control, but the failure to challenge added immense pressure to a struggling Dodgers squad.

Monday

José Ramírez Stars With Three Hits in Guardians' Game 1 Win

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José Ramírez delivered a stellar three-hit performance to help lead the Cleveland Guardians to a 7-3 victory over the Tampa Bay Rays in Game 1 of the ALCS. Ramírez ignited an eighth-inning rally with an infield single and added a crucial insurance RBI single in the ninth. He also manufactured two runs by smartly breaking for third base on a strikeout-and-throw sequence, sparking 'José' chants at Tropicana Field.

Chase DeLauter Powers Guardians Past Rays in ALCS Opener

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Chase DeLauter powered the Cleveland Guardians to a 7-3 victory over the Tampa Bay Rays in Game 1 of the ALCS by launching an opposite-field solo home run off Drew Rasmussen in the sixth inning. DeLauter finished the game with three hits, including an eighth-inning double that set up Nathaniel Lowe's tiebreaking, two-run single. His clutch performance helped Cleveland secure the opening game win on the road.

Shohei Ohtani Faces Potential Benching Amid Postseason Slump

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Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts is considering benching struggling superstar Shohei Ohtani for Game 3 of the NLCS. Playing through lingering knee and biceps injuries, Ohtani is hitting .150 with zero extra-base hits in 20 postseason at-bats after going 0-for-4 with two strikeouts in a 7-4 Game 2 loss to the Brewers. If left out of the starting lineup, rookie Josue De Paula emerges as the top candidate to take over designated hitter duties as the Dodgers face a 2-0 hole.

Yoshinobu Yamamoto Pulled Early After Disastrous Postseason Outing

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Los Angeles Dodgers ace Yoshinobu Yamamoto suffered the shortest postseason outing of his career, lasting just 2 2/3 innings in a 7-4 Game 2 loss to the Milwaukee Brewers. Yamamoto allowed three runs, four hits, and two walks over 75 pitches, struggling through a grueling third inning that featured a 12-pitch walk to Jake Bauers and a go-ahead two-run single by Christian Yelich. The defeat dropped the defending champions into an unexpected 0-2 series hole.

Nathaniel Lowe Delivers Tiebreaking Two-Run Single in ALCS

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Nathaniel Lowe delivered the decisive blow in Game 1 of the ALCS, lining a tiebreaking, two-run single up the middle off reliever Ian Seymour in the eighth inning. Lowe's clutch hit broke a 2-2 tie and sparked a four-run frame that propelled the Cleveland Guardians to a 7-3 victory over the Tampa Bay Rays on Monday night at Tropicana Field, giving Cleveland an early 1-0 advantage in the best-of-seven series.

Patrick Bailey Launches Towering Solo Home Run Off Drew Rasmussen

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Patrick Bailey provided a major offensive spark for the Cleveland Guardians in Game 1 of the ALCS, launching a towering solo home run off Tampa Bay Rays starter Drew Rasmussen in the seventh inning. Bailey's majestic blast traveled an estimated 436 feet to center field, abruptly ending Rasmussen's night on the mound and helping fuel a late-inning offensive surge that carried the Guardians to a 7-3 victory and a 1-0 lead in the series.

Drew Rasmussen and Rays Host Cleveland Guardians in ALCS Game 1

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Tampa Bay Rays ace Drew Rasmussen took the mound to host the Cleveland Guardians in Game 1 of the American League Championship Series on Monday night. Entering the matchup well-rested with nearly every opening advantage, Rasmussen battled into the sixth inning before surrendering solo home runs to Chase DeLauter and Patrick Bailey, finishing his night with eight hits allowed and seven strikeouts as Tampa Bay dropped the series opener 7-3.

William Contreras Ignites Brewers' NLCS Game 2 Victory With HR and RBIs

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Milwaukee Brewers catcher William Contreras continued his stellar postseason performance by leading his team to a 7-4 victory over the Los Angeles Dodgers in Game 2 of the NLCS. Contreras launched his third postseason home run of October and added key RBI singles, giving him three multi-hit games and a .391 postseason batting average. Praised by manager Pat Murphy for his unmatched intensity behind the plate, Contreras has powered Milwaukee to a commanding 2-0 series lead.

Will Smith Slumps and Defends Missed ABS Challenges in Loss

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Los Angeles Dodgers catcher Will Smith downplayed his postseason slump and two missed ABS challenge opportunities after a 7-4 Game 2 loss to the Brewers. Dropped to fifth in the batting order, Smith went 0-for-4, bringing his playoff slump to 1-for-23 with eight strikeouts. He elected not to challenge missed strikeout calls against Brice Turang in the first and third innings, which directly led to scoring plays for Milwaukee.

Jake Bauers Sparks Brewers With Epic 12-Pitch Walk in NLCS

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Milwaukee Brewers player Jake Bauers drew a grueling 12-pitch walk off Los Angeles Dodgers right-hander Yoshinobu Yamamoto in the third inning of NLCS Game 2, lasting over seven minutes and fouling off six pitches. The pivotal at-bat loaded the bases, setting up Christian Yelich's go-ahead two-RBI single in a 7-4 win that gave Milwaukee a 2-0 series lead. Manager Pat Murphy called the epic plate appearance a major turning point that changed the momentum and put the opposing ace under severe pressure.

Adam Wainwright Mentors Brewers Pitcher Jacob Misiorowski on Film Study

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Former St. Louis Cardinals ace Adam Wainwright played an influential mentorship role for Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Jacob Misiorowski. Misiorowski credited Wainwright with altering his approach to reviewing game film, teaching him to focus on actionable improvements rather than getting frustrated by minor mechanics. This veteran guidance has helped anchor Misiorowski's stellar postseason performance in the Brewers' rotation during their deep playoff run.

Jacob Misiorowski Attributes Postseason Success to Advice From Adam Wainwright

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Milwaukee Brewers ace Jacob Misiorowski credited former Cardinals star Adam Wainwright for helping shape his dominant postseason mindset. After logging a solid, brief outing in Game 1 against the Dodgers allowing one run over 4 1/3 innings, Misiorowski explained how Wainwright's simplified approach to reviewing game film transformed his mental game. The 24-year-old right-hander has anchored the Brewers' rotation, allowing just three runs over 8 1/3 innings this October.

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Undergoes Laser Eye Surgery After Career-Worst Season

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Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. underwent laser eye surgery in Miami in hopes of rebounding from a career-worst 2026 season. Coming off a campaign where he hit just 9 home runs and batted .260 amidst injuries and vision struggles, the six-time All-Star aims to regain his MVP-caliber form. Guerrero, who signed a 14-year, $500 million extension, previously wore contact lenses and is looking forward to improved vision and power next year.

Parker Messick Named Guardians Starter for Game 2 of ALCS

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The Cleveland Guardians announced that Tampa Bay area native Parker Messick will take the mound as the starting pitcher for Game 2 of the American League Championship Series on Tuesday. The announcement was made on Monday, setting up a crucial postseason assignment for the left-hander as the Guardians continue their playoff run.

Mookie Betts Scores First Run for Dodgers on Sac Fly in NLCS

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Mookie Betts strikes first for the Los Angeles Dodgers by scoring on a sacrifice fly during live NLCS action against the Milwaukee Brewers. The superstar outfielder provides an early spark for the Dodgers as they look to bounce back and even the series in Game 2 at American Field. Betts' aggressive baserunning and timely run-scoring effort set the tone for the Dodgers' offense early in the crucial matchup.