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Chase Meidroth is listed as the starting second baseman and lead-off hitter for the Chicago White Sox in Game 4 of their ALDS matchup against the Cleveland Guardians. Meidroth will set the table for Chicago as they seek to clinch the series, currently leading two games to one. A win in Game 4 would secure the White Sox a spot in the American League Championship Series against the Tampa Bay Rays.
Miguel Vargas is starting at third base and batting third for the Chicago White Sox in Game 4 of the ALDS against the Cleveland Guardians. The White Sox hold a 2-1 series lead over Cleveland and are just one victory away from advancing to face the Tampa Bay Rays in the ALCS. Vargas will be a key run producer in the middle of Chicago's order as they look to close out the playoff series at home.
Steven Kwan is in the starting lineup for the Cleveland Guardians in Game 4 of the ALDS against the Chicago White Sox. Kwan will play center field and bat in the lead-off spot for Cleveland as they look to keep their season alive against their division rivals, who currently lead the playoff series 2-1. Kwan's top-of-the-order presence will be vital for the Guardians as they fight off elimination.
Chase DeLauter has been named to the Cleveland Guardians' starting lineup for Game 4 of the ALDS against the Chicago White Sox. DeLauter will start in right field and bat third in the order as Cleveland looks to fight off elimination against Chicago, which currently leads the series two games to one. The Guardians are seeking a win to force a decisive Game 5 in the American League Division Series.
Jo Adell is listed as the starting designated hitter for the Cleveland Guardians in Game 4 of the ALDS against the Chicago White Sox. Adell previously delivered a major postseason highlight by driving in three runs with a crucial triple to keep Cleveland's season alive, bouncing back strong after striking out three times in Game 1 of the series as the Guardians fight to remain in postseason contention.
The Milwaukee Brewers and Los Angeles Dodgers are meeting in the National League Championship Series for the second straight season. Milwaukee enters with the best regular-season record at 103-59 and home-field advantage. Anticipation for Game 1 is high, featuring an expected pitching matchup between Milwaukee's presumptive Cy Young winner Jacob Misiorowski and Dodgers ace Tarik Skubal. Median ticket prices for Sunday's opener in Milwaukee have climbed to $484.
Tarik Skubal stole the spotlight during the Dodgers' NLDS clubhouse celebration, chugging beers and praising the team's culture. Anticipation is high for a Game 1 NLCS pitching duel between Milwaukee's Jacob Misiorowski and Dodgers ace Tarik Skubal. Per Gametime, demand for NLCS Game 1 in Milwaukee is surging, with median ticket prices reaching $484 compared to $345 last year, as the two top regular-season teams prepare to meet with a World Series trip at stake.
Anthony Rizzo publicly criticized former teammate Jazz Chisholm Jr. for his comments expressing confusion over being booed by Yankee Stadium fans during the ALDS sweep. Rizzo, speaking on an episode of 'Rizzo and Ross Unfiltered,' called Chisholm's remarks the sign of a lost player, noting that veterans like Aaron Judge and Giancarlo Stanton have routinely faced similar treatment from the New York faithful during his three-plus seasons in the Bronx.
Jazz Chisholm Jr. faced fierce backlash from former teammate Anthony Rizzo regarding his confusing response to Yankee Stadium boos following an ALDS sweep by the Rays. Benched in Game 3 after struggling, the impending free agent finished the season with 19 homers and 41 steals. Despite the friction and a postseason where he went 0-for-8 with a walk, Chisholm stated he wants to remain in New York as the team enters a pivotal offseason following Wednesday's 4-3 elimination loss.
Milwaukee Brewers center fielder Garrett Mitchell cemented his playoff legacy by robbing Manny Machado of a game-tying home run at the wall in the eighth inning of Game 4, securing a 3-1 series victory over the San Diego Padres to advance to the NLCS. The spectacular defensive gem, dubbed 'Mitch-A-Palooza,' has now been commemorated with official new postseason t-shirts and hoodies from Breaking T, celebrating the team's march back to the League Championship Series.
Shohei Ohtani is looking to reset during extra days off before the NLCS against the Brewers after struggling in the NLDS against the Braves. Ohtani went 2-for-13 (.154 AVG, .154 OPS) with no home runs and one RBI since returning from a September injury, while battling right arm and left knee issues. Despite his cold streak, Dodgers President Andrew Friedman expressed confidence that Ohtani will turn things around soon.
Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Jackson Chourio earned recognition as a top performer in the Division Series after delivering crucial hits throughout the postseason match. Chourio stepped up in key moments to help guide the Brewers through the NLDS, underscoring his importance to the team's postseason offense. The young star made his hits count during crucial big-game situations, solidifying his role as a core offensive anchor for Milwaukee during their playoff push.
Ronald Acuña Jr. denied taking a shot at former manager Brian Snitker on his podcast 'La Bestia,' explaining they were discussing past minor league memories. Following a postseason elimination by the Dodgers where he batted .133 with no RBIs, Acuña purged Braves content from Instagram and admitted fans were right to boo his lack of production. The outfielder finished a tough regular season hitting .255 with 20 home runs and 55 RBIs across 107 games for Atlanta.
Colorado Rockies pitcher Kyle Freeland hit several milestones in 2026, including becoming the franchise leader in innings pitched (surpassing Aaron Cook) and making his fifth Opening Day start. However, the pending free agent endured a career-worst season, posting a 6.65 ERA, 104 runs allowed, and a -0.4 rWAR. His year was hampered by two IL stints for shoulder inflammation and cervical radiculopathy. Freeland pitched his first career complete game on August 2.
Justin Martinez is highlighted as one of the few successful reinforcements for the Arizona Diamondbacks in 2026. The article touches on the team's setup for 2027 and discusses which pitchers might be gone before Opening Day 2027. It also mentions how the Diamondbacks will handle Ketel Marte differently in 2027.
Andy Pages fueled the Los Angeles Dodgers' NLDS victory over the Atlanta Braves, hitting a decisive two-run single on a full count off a 99.7-mph fastball in the seventh inning of Game 4's 4-1 win. The heroics completed a major turnaround for Pages, who batted just .078 during last year's postseason. After an 0-for-7 start to the series, manager Dave Roberts maintained faith in Pages, who prepared for his big moment using advanced Trajekt Arc pitching machine training.
Walker Buehler did not factor in the decision in Game 4 of the NLDS, allowing one run on three hits with two walks and no strikeouts over three innings. He threw 25 of 47 pitches for strikes. Buehler, who joined the Padres on a minor-year contract in February, struggled to a 5.36 ERA in the first half but posted a 3.62 ERA after the All-Star break. He finished the regular season with a 4.63 ERA, 1.35 WHIP, and 131:57 K:BB across 153.2 innings. He will be a free agent this winter.
Following the Yankees' 4-3 Game 3 ALDS elimination by the Rays, team captain Aaron Judge called on ownership and the front office to go "all in" every season to build a championship roster. Judge, who missed the postseason due to a calf strain, emphasized that the franchise must address its roster needs aggressively. The three-time MVP, entering his age-35 season with five years remaining on his contract, also backed manager Aaron Boone despite growing fan frustration.
Milwaukee Brewers left-hander Robert Gasser did not factor into the decision in Game 4 of the NLDS against the Padres, allowing just one run on three hits, three strikeouts, and one walk over four innings. Throwing 40 of 56 pitches for strikes, his lone blemish was a solo home run to Fernando Tatis Jr. Making his first postseason start, the strong outing solidifies Gasser's place in the rotation for the upcoming NLCS, where he is a candidate to start Game 4 in Los Angeles.
Max Muncy hit his 19th career postseason home run with the Dodgers—extending his franchise record—with a solo shot in the ninth inning of a 4-1 NLDS victory over the Atlanta Braves. As Muncy delivered clutch October heroics, teammates and fans rallied around a personalized Max Muncy prayer candle in the dugout, fueling the team's immaculate vibes as they advance further into the postseason.
