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A's Rooker has arm surgery after DH-heavy year
Oakland Athletics outfielder Brent Rooker underwent surgery on his right forearm after being bothered by an elbow issue that limited him to playing primarily DH this season.
www.espn.com - MLB Oct 04, 2024
Division Series umpire crews announced by MLB
Dan Bellino, Mark Carlson, James Hoye and Todd Tichenor will be umpire crew chiefs for the AL Division Series starting Saturday.
Associated Press Oct 04, 2024
Sources: Japanese star Sugano heading to MLB
Tomoyuki Sugano is heading to MLB after a renaissance season in Japan that has seen him post a 1.67 ERA over 24 starts for the Yomiuri Giants, sources told ESPN.
Jeff Passan Oct 04, 2024
Dodgers, Yanks title faves; books wary of Tigers
The Dodgers and Yankees open their postseasons Saturday as the top betting favorites to win the World Series, but the upstart Tigers have gone from long shots to a liability for sportsbooks.
David Purdum Oct 04, 2024
2024 MLB division series round betting guide: Props, picks, futures
Here are 2024 MLB division series betting tips and picks to win each series.
Todd Zola Oct 04, 2024
11 wins away from forever: Bryce Harper, built for October, begins another chase for his first title
As the Phillies try to bring a title to one of baseball's most passionate cities, they are fueled by a star who has been in the headlines since he was 15.
Jeff Passan Oct 04, 2024
Pitching coach, others out after D-backs' struggles
The team confirmed Thursday that pitching coach Brent Strom, assistant pitching coach Dan Carlson and bullpen coach Mike Fetters will not return in those roles next year.
www.espn.com - MLB Oct 03, 2024
Brewers' Williams accepts blame after fateful 9th
Brewers closer Devin Williams faced the media after giving up a season-turning three-run homer to the Mets' Pete Alonso in the ninth Thursday night, saying, "Everyone did their job except me."
Bradford Doolittle Oct 03, 2024
Alonso's HR stuns Brewers, sends Mets to NLDS
Pete Alonso's go-ahead, three-run homer off closer Devin Williams in the ninth inning lifted the Mets past the Brewers and to victory in their NL Wild Card Series.
Jesse Rogers Oct 03, 2024
Francona returns to manage Reds on 3-year deal
Terry Francona is coming out of retirement to manage Cincinnati, with the Reds announcing that they have agreed to a three-year contract with a club option for a fourth season.
Jeff Passan Oct 03, 2024