Category Archives: www.espn.com – MLB
Why these Yankees finally broke through the ALCS curse
After so many close calls, New York is headed to the Fall Classic. Here's how they did it.
Bradford Doolittle. Oct 20, 2024
Soto powers Yanks to 1st World Series since '09
In his first season with the Yankees, Juan Soto sent the storied franchise back to the World Series for the first time since 2009, as his three-run homer proved to be the difference in a 5-2 win over ...
Jorge Castillo Oct 20, 2024
Guardians, 'a special group,' reflect on growth
The Guardians, who played well beyond expectations throughout the 2024 season, seizing first place early in the year and holding it throughout the summer on the way to a 92-69 record, saw their season...
Buster Olney Oct 20, 2024
Yankees work extra innings to secure ALCS in 5
The Yankees are headed back to the World Series for the first time since 2009, with Juan Soto's three-run blast in the 10th inning providing the margin of victory in Game 5 of the ALCS against the Gua...
www.espn.com - MLB Oct 19, 2024
Clase 'surprised' by woes, confident despite loss
Star Guardians closer Emmanuel Clase has now given up six hits and four runs in his past two postseason appearances, this after posting a 0.61 ERA during the regular season.
Bradford Doolittle Oct 18, 2024
'No lead is safe': Yanks rally, take control of ALCS
Emmanuel Clase gave up two runs in the ninth inning as the Yankees moved closer to another World Series, beating the Guardians 8-6 to take a 3-1 lead in the ALCS.
Jorge Castillo Oct 18, 2024
Ailing Freeman may sit Game 6, 'swing not right'
Dave Roberts left open the possibility of sitting Freddie Freeman for Game 6 of the NLCS, saying "his swing is not right" due to the ankle injury that has hampered the first baseman all postseason.
Jeff Passan Oct 18, 2024
Guardians' Bibee to start Game 5 on 3 days' rest
The Guardians will turn to Tanner Bibee on three days' rest to start Saturday's ALCS Game 5. Meanwhile, Carlos Rodon gets the nod for the Yankees.
Bradford Doolittle Oct 18, 2024
Alonso-sparked Mets roll, send NLCS back to L.A.
Pete Alonso golfed an early three-run homer and the Mets hammered an ineffective Jack Flaherty, extending the NLCS with a 12-6 victory over the Dodgers in Game 5.
Jesse Rogers Oct 18, 2024
Diamond Sports branded as FanDuel in new deal
The Diamond Sports Group's channels will be branded as FanDuel Sports Network in a new deal beginning Oct. 21.
www.espn.com - MLB Oct 18, 2024