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Saturday, October 3

Kyle Tucker Powers Dodgers Past Braves With Home Run and Stolen Base

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Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Kyle Tucker powered his club to a 5-3 NLDS Game 1 victory over the Atlanta Braves, going 2-for-4 with a pivotal two-run home run in the sixth inning and a stolen base in the fourth. Tucker became just the 14th player in franchise history to log both a home run and a steal in a single postseason game. His sixth-inning blast off AJ Smith-Shawver helped break the game open, continuing his late-season offensive turnaround.

Bryan Baker Secures One-Hitter Save in Rays' ALDS Game 1 Win

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Tampa Bay Rays closer Bryan Baker entered in the ninth inning to complete a 1-0 one-hitter victory against the New York Yankees in Game 1 of the ALDS. Baker pitched a perfect frame, striking out pinch-hitter Giancarlo Stanton and Ben Rice before forcing Cody Bellinger into a game-ending groundout. The save was Baker's first of the postseason following a regular season in which he converted 41 of 44 save opportunities with a 1.44 ERA.

Jonathan Aranda Smashes Game-Winning Solo Home Run in ALDS Opener

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Tampa Bay Rays second-place hitter Jonathan Aranda hit a solo home run off Gerrit Cole in the third inning, providing the lone run in a 1-0 ALDS Game 1 victory over the Yankees. The 417-foot drive was Aranda's first career postseason hit. After batting .274 with 22 home runs and 92 RBI during the regular season, Aranda bounced back against New York pitching staff, which had limited him to a .427 OPS during their regular-season meetings.

Chris Sale Status Undecided as Braves Weigh Game 2 Start vs. Dodgers

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Chris Sale's availability for NLDS Game 2 against the Dodgers remains undecided following Atlanta's 5-3 Game 1 loss. After throwing four outs in relief during Thursday's Wild Card series clincher, the 37-year-old ace feels amazing, according to manager Walt Weiss. Sale posted a 2.16 ERA this season and a 1.13 ERA against Los Angeles. The Braves are deciding whether to start Sale on Sunday or hold him back for Game 3.

Teoscar Hernández Ignites Dodgers Offense With NLDS Game 1 Home Run

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Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Teoscar Hernández broke a scoreless tie in NLDS Game 1 against the Atlanta Braves, launching a towering 431-foot two-run home run in the fourth inning off Victor Mederos. Hernández finished with two hits in a 5-3 win. The veteran slugger now has nine postseason home runs over the last three years. After fighting through a hamstring strain earlier this year and hitting .341 over his final 11 regular-season games, he delivered another clutch October moment.

Max Muncy Extends Postseason Home Run Record to 17 in NLDS Game 1

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Los Angeles Dodgers third baseman Max Muncy padded his franchise record by launching his 17th career postseason home run in a 5-3 NLDS Game 1 win over the Atlanta Braves. Muncy's solo shot off AJ Smith-Shawver came during a three-run sixth inning. With a career postseason batting average of .217, 38 RBIs, and 57 hits, Muncy expressed pride in having consistent opportunities to play in October and pursue a World Series title alongside teammates like Kyle Tucker and Teoscar Hernandez.

Grant Taylor Dominates with Historic Four-Inning Save for White Sox

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Grant Taylor delivered a dominant performance out of the bullpen to secure a 3-0 victory for the Chicago White Sox over the Cleveland Guardians in ALDS Game 1. The 24-year-old right-hander threw four scoreless innings, striking out the side in the ninth to complete just the third postseason save of four or more innings this century. Taylor's historic effort followed a career-high 54-pitch appearance in the wild-card series, giving Chicago a 1-0 series lead.

Robbie Ray Gets The Ball For Padres In Game 1 Versus Brewers

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Trade deadline acquisition Robbie Ray will start Game 1 of the National League Division Series against the Milwaukee Brewers. Acquired from the San Francisco Giants, the 2021 AL Cy Young winner went 3-2 with a 5.02 ERA in nine games with San Diego. Manager Craig Stammen plans to have Ray navigate the early frames against the Brewers lineup before leaning heavily on a deep Padres bullpen.

Dylan Dodd Pitches Three Dotless Innings As Braves NLDS Game 1 Opener

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Left-hander Dylan Dodd started Game 1 of the NLDS for the Atlanta Braves against the Los Angeles Dodgers, matching ace Tarik Skubal with 3.0 scoreless innings and four strikeouts on 46 pitches. Dodd posted a 2.54 ERA across 49 2/3 innings this season primarily as a reliever. Atlanta utilized Dodd in an opener capacity for up to three innings to navigate rotation injuries and face top left-handed hitters before turning the ball over to the bullpen.

Tanner Scott Struggles in Ninth Inning of Dodgers' Game 1 Victory

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Los Angeles Dodgers reliever Tanner Scott endured a shaky ninth inning in NLDS Game 1 against the Atlanta Braves, turning a four-run lead into a tense finish. Scott surrendered a leadoff single to Ronald Acuña Jr. followed immediately by an Ozzie Albies two-run home run on consecutive pitches. After retiring two batters, he was pulled for Evan Phillips with the lead cut to 5-3. Manager Dave Roberts stated he won't waver on his ninth-inning usage despite Scott's blunders.

Aaron Judge Excluded from Yankees ALDS Roster to Continue Calf Rehab

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New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone left captain Aaron Judge off the 26-man ALDS roster against the Tampa Bay Rays as Judge continues recovery from a right calf strain suffered Sept. 16. Boone noted Judge wanted to play as a pinch-hitter, but the team opted to give him additional time at Steinbrenner Field in Tampa to ramp up his running and baseball activities in hopes of having him ready for a potential ALCS appearance.

Ketel Marte Criticized by Diamondbacks Leadership Over August Absence

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Arizona Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo and owner Ken Kendrick publicly addressed Ketel Marte following an unexcused three-game absence in August, with Kendrick citing "consistent acts of immaturity." Lovullo stated he will no longer protect Marte publicly moving into 2027. Marte, who apologized upon returning and cited frustration and physical pain, batted .249 with 22 home runs and 76 RBIs in 141 games. He holds 10-5 trade veto rights under his contract through 2031.

Ben Rice Leads Off for Yankees in ALDS Game 1 vs. Rays

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Ben Rice leads off for the New York Yankees in Game 1 of the ALDS against the Tampa Bay Rays. Rice comes into the matchup with high expectations to continue his hot streak after dominating the Boston Red Sox in the Wild Card Series. Manager Aaron Boone's lineup features Cody Bellinger batting second, Spencer Jones hitting cleanup in right field, and Gerrit Cole getting the start on the mound as the Yankees look to secure a series opener win at Tropicana Field.

Josue De Paula Secures Spot On Dodgers NLDS Roster As Rookie Bat

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Top outfield prospect Josue De Paula secured a spot on the Los Angeles Dodgers' NLDS roster against Atlanta just three weeks after making his MLB debut. The 21-year-old left-handed bat won the Branch Rickey Award after hitting .303 with 27 homers at Double-A and .323 in September. Praised for elite plate discipline, he will serve as a crucial lefty bench bat in his first postseason, becoming the youngest Dodgers position player in the playoffs since 1965.

Blake Treinen Monitoring Right Shoulder Inflammation for October

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Blake Treinen was placed on the injured list on September 27 with right shoulder inflammation. While initial fears pointed to a season-ending injury, president of baseball operations Andrew Friedman noted there is a chance the veteran right-hander might be ready later in October. Treinen's 15 days on the injured list do not expire until October 12, making it unlikely he will be ready before the World Series, though team officials continue to monitor his non-surgical shoulder soreness.

Emmet Sheehan Stretching Out in Sim Game for Potential Return

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Emmet Sheehan continued to stretch out while pitching a simulated game during Friday's workout at Dodger Stadium. Optioned to the minors on September 21, Sheehan is not eligible to join the Dodgers' active roster until October 6 once his 15 days on optional assignment expire, making him a potential addition for the NLCS. Since August 12 across Triple-A and MLB, Sheehan has posted a stellar 0.91 ERA and 36.7-percent strikeout rate over 39 2/3 innings.

Blake Snell Scheduled To Start NLDS Game 2 For Dodgers

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After naming Tarik Skubal the Game 1 starter, the Dodgers announced Blake Snell will start NLDS Game 2 on Sunday against the Braves, pushing Yoshinobu Yamamoto to Game 3 and pairing with Tanner Scott, Alex Vesia, and Kris Bubic in the bullpen. Snell started three Games 1 last postseason, winning two with a 3.18 ERA in 34 innings while setting a franchise postseason record with 41 strikeouts. The decision lines up consecutive left-handers to begin the series.

Yoshinobu Yamamoto Pushed To Start NLDS Game 3 By Dodgers

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The Los Angeles Dodgers announced that Yoshinobu Yamamoto will be pushed to start Game 3 of the NLDS on Tuesday in Atlanta, following left-handers Tarik Skubal and Blake Snell. Yamamoto has never started in the majors on fewer than five days rest outside of a Game 7 relief appearance. The scheduling gives him extended rest, optimizes his usage for potential deeper rounds, and capitalizes on his strong road performance metrics.

Hyeseong Kim Included On Dodgers NLDS Roster For Speed And Defense

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Infielder Hyeseong Kim has been included on the Los Angeles Dodgers' NLDS roster against the Atlanta Braves to serve as a pinch-running and late-inning defensive specialist. Kim batted .259/.323/.328 with five stolen bases in 43 games for Los Angeles this season before spending most of the year with Triple-A Oklahoma City, where he last appeared for the major league club on May 27.

Lane Thomas Back on Braves NLDS Roster, Benched for Game 1

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Lane Thomas has been activated to the Atlanta Braves' NLDS roster following an IL stint but will begin Game 1 on the bench. Manager Walt Weiss opted to ease Thomas back into action after his layoff rather than starting him immediately against left-hander Tarik Skubal. Weiss expects Thomas to return to the starting lineup for Game 2 against another left-handed starter. Thomas expressed readiness and noted he feels fully prepared.