Astros shut out Yankees to move one win away from World Series
2 years, 2 months ago

Astros shut out Yankees to move one win away from World Series

LA Times  

Houston’s Chas McCormick celebrates after hitting a two-run home run in a 5-0 win over the New York Yankees in Game 3 of the American League Championship Series on Saturday. Cristian Javier and Houston’s bullpen combined on a three-hitter, Chas McCormick followed a dropped fly ball with an early two-run homer and the Astros beat Gerrit Cole and the New York Yankees 5-0 on Saturday night to take a 3-0 AL Championship Series lead. That was huge.” Some Yankees fans, already angry after two losses in Houston, booed star slugger Aaron Judge after a pair of strikeouts and jeered manager Aaron Boone during pregame introductions. Houston Astros starting pitcher Cristian Javier delivers against the New York Yankees in the first inning Saturday.

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Joc Pederson and Texas Rangers finalize 2-year deal, DH’s 5th team since 2020 title with Dodgers
1 week, 2 days ago

Joc Pederson and Texas Rangers finalize 2-year deal, DH’s 5th team since 2020 title with Dodgers

Associated Press  

ARLINGTON, Texas — Joc Pederson won a World Series in Texas with the Los Angeles Dodgers in 2020, then got another championship ring the following season after twice changing teams. The Rangers missed the playoffs last season after winning their own title in 2023, when shortstop Corey Seager, Pederson’s teammate on that Dodgers championship team, was again the World Series …

New York Yankees avoid sweep to keep World Series alive
2 months, 1 week ago

New York Yankees avoid sweep to keep World Series alive

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The Sports Report: Dodgers confirm that you can’t win them all
2 months, 1 week ago

The Sports Report: Dodgers confirm that you can’t win them all

LA Times  

It was a long night for Brent Honeywell and the Dodgers pitching staff in Game 4. Continue reading here CLIPPERS From Broderick Turner: The Golden State Warriors’ defense collapsed on Clippers center Ivica Zubac late in a tense game Sunday night at Chase Center in San Francisco, but he didn’t panic. Continue reading here KINGS Tyler Toffoli scored the go-ahead …

Yankees’ Game 3 starter faces daunting task of World Series revival: ‘Must-win at this point’
2 months, 1 week ago

Yankees’ Game 3 starter faces daunting task of World Series revival: ‘Must-win at this point’

New York Times  

Clarke Schmidt watched, but occasionally his eyes would drift. We’ve just got to keep at it.” Game 3 saviors Team Opponent Year Winning pitcher Result Brooklyn Yankees 1955 Johnny Podres CG, 1 ER Yankees Dodgers 1956 Whitey Ford CG, 2 ER Yankees Braves 1958 Don Larsen 7 IP, 0 ER Dodgers Twins 1965 Claude Osteen SHO Pirates Orioles 1971 Steve …

Yankees Secure Historic Comeback in ALCS, Set Stage for World Series Return
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Yankees Secure Historic Comeback in ALCS, Set Stage for World Series Return

China Daily  

The New York Yankees secured their 41st World Series berth with a thrilling 5-2 victory over the Cleveland Guardians in Game 5 of the ALCS. Juan Soto hit a three-run homer in the 10th inning, which proved to be the game-winning blow. The Yankees will now attempt to win their 28th title against either the New York Mets or Los …

2024 MLB Division Series: Mets rally past Phillies, Yankees survive, Ohtani homers
3 months ago

2024 MLB Division Series: Mets rally past Phillies, Yankees survive, Ohtani homers

New York Times  

In his postseason debut, Shohei Ohtani helped lead the Los Angeles Dodgers to a comeback win over the San Diego Padres. The Mets didn’t have an extra-base hit, but they timed eight singles extremely well, scoring five runs in the eighth inning and tacking on an insurance run in the ninth. Verdugo, coming off a down offensive season, wasn’t expected …

After 5 lead changes, Yankees outlast Royals to win Game 1: Takeaways
3 months ago

After 5 lead changes, Yankees outlast Royals to win Game 1: Takeaways

New York Times  

By Kaitlyn McGrath, Rustin Dodd, Brendan Kuty and Chris Kirschner NEW YORK — This wasn’t your typical October classic. There were five lead changes between the New York Yankees and Kansas City Royals in Game 1 of the ALDS on Saturday, a postseason first. After the Royals took a 1-0 lead in the second, Yankees second baseman Gleyber Torres hit …

Orioles, Royals and … Babe Ruth? Astros 103, Tigers 0? Mets’ ‘Win Improbability’: MLB playoffs Day 1
3 months, 1 week ago

Orioles, Royals and … Babe Ruth? Astros 103, Tigers 0? Mets’ ‘Win Improbability’: MLB playoffs Day 1

New York Times  

You think it’s easy watching four postseason baseball games in one day so you don’t have to? Not to suggest it had been a while since any previous starting pitcher worked into the ninth in his team’s first game of that postseason and still lost a 1-0 heartbreaker. This was no ordinary day at the office for them, either: • …

Orioles power into playoffs on HRs by McCann, Kjerstad for 6-2 win to finish sweep of Twins
3 months, 1 week ago

Orioles power into playoffs on HRs by McCann, Kjerstad for 6-2 win to finish sweep of Twins

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — James McCann hit a three-homer and Heston Kjerstad went deep to launch the Baltimore Orioles into the postseason with a 6-2 victory over the Minnesota Twins that completed a three-game sweep on Sunday. “We broke down as the season went on, and that’s hard to say, but it happened,” said manager Rocco Baldelli, who was assured he’ll return …

Tigers clinch AL wild card, ending playoff drought with 4-1 win over record-breaking White Sox
3 months, 1 week ago

Tigers clinch AL wild card, ending playoff drought with 4-1 win over record-breaking White Sox

Associated Press  

DETROIT — Riley Greene hit an RBI double and the Detroit Tigers scored two runs on wild pitches in a 4-1 win over the record-breaking Chicago White Sox on Friday night, clinching a spot in the playoffs for the first time in a decade. “We never stopped believing, and that’s what did it for us.” Detroit completed a late-season surge …

Astros overcome terrible start to clinch 4th straight AL West title
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Astros overcome terrible start to clinch 4th straight AL West title

Associated Press  

HOUSTON — Trailing the Seattle Mariners by 10 games in mid-June, the Houston Astros were undoubtedly down. The Astros clinched their fourth straight AL West title with a 4-3 win over the Mariners on Tuesday night, overcoming a terrible start to reach the playoffs for an eighth consecutive year. “And the guys just put their heads down, never stopped believing …

Orioles clinch playoff berth, overcome Judge’s 56th home run to beat Yankees 5-3
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Orioles clinch playoff berth, overcome Judge’s 56th home run to beat Yankees 5-3

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — The Baltimore Orioles clinched their second straight playoff berth, overcoming Aaron Judge’s major league-leading 56th home run to beat the New York Yankees 5-3 on Tuesday night. I think today is a sense of relief.” Anthony Santander hit his 44th home run and Ramón Urías and Colton Cowser also went deep for Baltimore, which closed within five …

Miller throws 7 shutout innings as Mariners prevent Astros from clinching AL West with 6-1 win
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Miller throws 7 shutout innings as Mariners prevent Astros from clinching AL West with 6-1 win

Associated Press  

HOUSTON — Bryce Miller threw seven shutout innings and Julio Rodríguez had three hits and two RBIs to help the Seattle Mariners to a 6-1 win Monday night over Houston that prevented the Astros from clinching the AL West title. “We’ve just got to forget about the last game and show up with the best attitude,” Astros second baseman Jose …

Astros take on the Angels after Tucker’s 4-hit game
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Astros take on the Angels after Tucker’s 4-hit game

Associated Press  

Los Angeles Angels vs. Houston Astros Houston; Sunday, 2:10 p.m. EDT PITCHING PROBABLES: Angels: Griffin Canning ; Astros: Spencer Arrighetti BETMGM SPORTSBOOK: LINE Astros -282, Angels +229; over/under is 8 1/2 runs BOTTOM LINE: The Houston Astros play the Los Angeles Angels after Kyle Tucker had four hits on Saturday in a 10-4 win over the Angels. TOP PERFORMERS: Yordan …

World Series champion Rangers eliminated from postseason contention during final homestand
3 months, 2 weeks ago

World Series champion Rangers eliminated from postseason contention during final homestand

Associated Press  

ARLINGTON, Texas — The title defense for the Texas Rangers is over. “I’d say we’re all disappointed with where we’re at now,” Texas manager Bruce Bochy said before his club’s second-to-last game at Globe Life Field this season. “It’s always difficult when you see these teams clinch and celebrating and you’re not, especially coming off the year that we had.” …

Tucker, Bregman and Meyers homer to help Astros to 9-7 win over Angels
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Tucker, Bregman and Meyers homer to help Astros to 9-7 win over Angels

Associated Press  

HOUSTON — Kyle Tucker had four hits, including a home run, and Jake Meyers and Alex Bregman both hit home runs while combining for six RBIs to help the Houston Astros beat the Los Angeles Angels 9-7 on Friday night. The Angels scored three runs in the fifth to get within 8-6 before Tucker’s solo shot to the bullpen in …

This Date in Baseball-Week Ahead
3 months, 3 weeks ago

This Date in Baseball-Week Ahead

Associated Press  

Sept. 24 1940 — Jimmie Foxx of the Red Sox hit his 500th career home run off Philadelphia’s George Caster in the first game of a doubleheader at Shibe Park. 1960 — The New York Yankees clinched manager Casey Stengel’s 10th and last American League pennant with a 4-3 victory over Boston. 2017 — Aaron Judge broke Mark McGwire’s major …

Yankees clinch playoff berth by beating Mariners 2-1 in 10 innings
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Yankees clinch playoff berth by beating Mariners 2-1 in 10 innings

Associated Press  

SEATTLE — A year ago, the New York Yankees were knocked out of playoff contention with a week to go in the regular season, ending a string of six straight postseason appearances. We’re in the dance.” After spending last year sitting at home when the postseason arrived, the Yankees secured their place in the 2024 playoffs with a 2-1 win …

Jake Bauers hits game-ending single to lift NL Central-clinching Brewers to 2-1 win over Phillies
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Jake Bauers hits game-ending single to lift NL Central-clinching Brewers to 2-1 win over Phillies

Associated Press  

MILWAUKEE — Jake Bauers hit an RBI single in the ninth inning and the Milwaukee Brewers, who had clinched the NL Central earlier when the Cubs lost, beat Philadelphia 2-1 on Wednesday night to prevent the Phillies from securing a playoff berth. Milwaukee clinched its second straight division title and made the playoffs for the sixth time in the last …

Angels fall to last-place White Sox for their 90th loss of the season
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Angels fall to last-place White Sox for their 90th loss of the season

LA Times  

Chicago’s Jacob Amaya, below, scores past Angels catcher Matt Thaiss during the second inning of the Angels’ 8-4 loss Monday at Angel Stadium. Andrew Benintendi homered twice for the third time this season and drove in four runs, and the Chicago White Sox beat the Angels 8-4 Monday night for their first three-game winning streak in nearly three months. He’s …

Yankees edge Royals 4-3 in 11 innings on infield single by Jazz Chisholm Jr.
3 months, 4 weeks ago

Yankees edge Royals 4-3 in 11 innings on infield single by Jazz Chisholm Jr.

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Jazz Chisholm Jr. hit a game-ending infield single with one out in the 11th inning and the New York Yankees outlasted the Kansas City Royals for a 4-3 victory Wednesday night. “I was willing to pass the baton if I didn’t get a pitch to hit.” Chisholm batted cleanup for the second time since being acquired from …

Astros take advantage of two errors in 4-run eighth to beat Royals 6-3
4 months, 1 week ago

Astros take advantage of two errors in 4-run eighth to beat Royals 6-3

Associated Press  

HOUSTON — Zach Dezenzo drew a go-ahead bases-loaded walk and the Houston Astros took advantage of two Kansas City errors in a four-run eighth inning to beat the Royals 6-3 on Thursday night. “That’s a huge win for us, right there.” The Royals had taken the lead in the seventh after two errors by the Astros. Same thing on the …

Yankees vs. Rangers game postponed Friday due to rain
5 months ago

Yankees vs. Rangers game postponed Friday due to rain

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Framber Valdez strikes out 10 in 7 innings, Joey Lopefido homers as Astros beat Marlins 9-1
5 months, 4 weeks ago

Framber Valdez strikes out 10 in 7 innings, Joey Lopefido homers as Astros beat Marlins 9-1

Associated Press  

HOUSTON — Framber Valdez struck out a season-high 10 and allowed one run in seven innings, and rookie Joey Loperfido homered and tripled to lead the Houston Astros to a 9-1 victory over the Miami Marlins on Wednesday night. He was really good.” Loperfido hit a two-run homer as the Astros jumped on Bryan Hoeing for four runs in the …

Bregman’s tiebreaking homer in the seventh leads Astros to 4-3 win over Marlins
5 months, 4 weeks ago

Bregman’s tiebreaking homer in the seventh leads Astros to 4-3 win over Marlins

Associated Press  

HOUSTON — Alex Bregman had three RBIs and his tiebreaking two-run home run in the seventh inning lifted the Houston Astros to a 4-3 victory over the Miami Marlins on Tuesday night. “And today was one of those days that we didn’t really have too much traffic on the bases, but we found a way to get it done.” The …

Rangers beat Orioles 11-2, Langford hits for Major League’s first cycle of season
6 months, 1 week ago

Rangers beat Orioles 11-2, Langford hits for Major League’s first cycle of season

Associated Press  

BALTIMORE — Texas rookie Wyatt Langford became the first major leaguer to hit for the cycle this season, and the Rangers routed the Baltimore Orioles 11-2 on Sunday night to snap a six-game skid. RED SOX 4, PADRES 1 BOSTON — Rafael Devers hit a two-run homer, Jarren Duran added a solo shot and Boston ended San Diego’s five-game winning …

Mets pound Yankees pitching again as Alvarez leads 12-2 blowout for Subway Series sweep
6 months, 1 week ago

Mets pound Yankees pitching again as Alvarez leads 12-2 blowout for Subway Series sweep

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Francisco Alvarez went 3 for 3 with an early homer and three RBIs, Tyrone Taylor added a three-run drive and the surging New York Mets routed the New York Yankees 12-2 on Wednesday night for a two-game Subway Series sweep. “As a guy that likes to talk a lot of crap, I think it’s fun,” said shortstop …

James Paxton leads the way as the Dodgers shut out the lowly White Sox 3-0
6 months, 2 weeks ago

James Paxton leads the way as the Dodgers shut out the lowly White Sox 3-0

Associated Press  

CHICAGO — James Paxton combined with four relievers on a five-hitter, and the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Chicago White Sox 3-0 on Monday night. “For the most part I felt like I was throwing non-competitive pitches early and it kind of led to my pitch count getting up there,” Crochet said. “Every report I got today was that he …

Meyers hits 3-run homer as Astros score season-high in runs in 14-11 win over Orioles
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Meyers hits 3-run homer as Astros score season-high in runs in 14-11 win over Orioles

Associated Press  

HOUSTON — Jake Meyers hit a three-run homer, Jose Altuve and rookie Joey Loperfido added three hits each and the Houston Astros used a nine-run sixth inning to pull away for a 14-11 win over the Baltimore Orioles on Friday night. “We wanted to do it in a different way at the end of course, but at the end of …

Albies hits 2-run homer on Rodón’s second pitch and hot Braves romp 8-1 over skidding Yankees
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Albies hits 2-run homer on Rodón’s second pitch and hot Braves romp 8-1 over skidding Yankees

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Ozzie Albies hit a two-run homer on Carlos Rodón’s second pitch of the night, Austin Riley and Matt Olson also went deep off the left-hander and the Atlanta Braves routed the suddenly struggling New York Yankees 8-1 on Friday for their seventh win in eight games. “It’s good to see the guys hung in there and, hopefully, …

Orioles use big 2nd inning against Gil to rout Yankees 17-5 and win 22nd straight series vs. AL East
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Orioles use big 2nd inning against Gil to rout Yankees 17-5 and win 22nd straight series vs. AL East

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Cedric Mullins hit a two-run homer to spark a six-run second inning, Gunnar Henderson reached base four times and the Baltimore Orioles knocked out rookie pitcher Luis Gil early in a 17-5 rout of the New York Yankees on Thursday. Baltimore also improved to 19-7 against the AL East this season and 51-27 since the start of …

Luis Medina gets his 1st win in more than 11 months as the Athletics beat the Royals 5-1
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Luis Medina gets his 1st win in more than 11 months as the Athletics beat the Royals 5-1

Associated Press  

OAKLAND, Calif. — Luis Medina held down Kansas City to get his first victory in more than 11 months and the Oakland Athletics won their second straight game following a nine-game skid, beating the Royals 5-1 on Wednesday night. Every time I go out there, I’m trying to put my team in a good situation.” Brett Rooker hit a pair …

Astros try to continue road win streak in matchup against the Angels
7 months ago

Astros try to continue road win streak in matchup against the Angels

Associated Press  

Houston Astros vs. Los Angeles Angels Anaheim, California; Sunday, 4:07 p.m. EDT PITCHING PROBABLES: Astros: Justin Verlander ; Angels: Patrick Sandoval BETMGM SPORTSBOOK: LINE Astros -175, Angels +147; over/under is 8 1/2 runs BOTTOM LINE: The Houston Astros visit the Los Angeles Angels aiming to prolong a three-game road winning streak. The Astros have hit 83 total home runs to …

Alvarez homers among his 3 hits and Brown throws 6 shutout innings as Astros defeat Angels 6-1
7 months ago

Alvarez homers among his 3 hits and Brown throws 6 shutout innings as Astros defeat Angels 6-1

Associated Press  

ANAHEIM, Calif. — Yordan Alvarez continued his hot streak with three more hits, including a two-run homer, Hunter Brown tossed six shutout innings and the Houston Astros defeated the Los Angeles Angels 6-1 on Saturday night. And when he does, he’s a scary hitter.” After Alex Bregman got aboard on an infield single in the fifth, Alvarez drove a sinker …

Astros bring 1-0 series lead over Angels into game 2
7 months ago

Astros bring 1-0 series lead over Angels into game 2

Associated Press  

Houston Astros vs. Los Angeles Angels Anaheim, California; Saturday, 10:07 p.m. EDT PITCHING PROBABLES: Astros: Hunter Brown ; Angels: Tyler Anderson BETMGM SPORTSBOOK: LINE Astros -159, Angels +135; over/under is 8 1/2 runs BOTTOM LINE: The Houston Astros lead 1-0 in a three-game series with the Los Angeles Angels. Jose Altuve has 12 doubles, nine home runs and 21 RBI …

Angels play the Astros in first of 3-game series
7 months ago

Angels play the Astros in first of 3-game series

Associated Press  

Houston Astros vs. Los Angeles Angels Anaheim, California; Friday, 9:38 p.m. EDT PITCHING PROBABLES: Astros: Framber Valdez ; Angels: Griffin Canning BETMGM SPORTSBOOK: LINE Astros -185, Angels +154; over/under is 8 1/2 runs BOTTOM LINE: The Los Angeles Angels open a three-game series at home against the Houston Astros on Friday. The Astros rank third in the AL with 80 …

Arenado homers to back up solid start by Mikolas and give Cardinals 4-2 win over Astros
7 months ago

Arenado homers to back up solid start by Mikolas and give Cardinals 4-2 win over Astros

Associated Press  

HOUSTON — Nolan Arenado homered, Alec Burleson added an RBI double to back up a solid start by Miles Mikolas and the St. Louis Cardinals beat the Houston Astros 4-2 on Wednesday. Burleson’s hit made it 3-0 in the fifth inning and Arenado added an insurance run in the sixth after the Astros got within 1 in the bottom of …

Alex Verdugo homers as Yankees edge the Angels
7 months, 1 week ago

Alex Verdugo homers as Yankees edge the Angels

LA Times  

Luis Gil struck out nine and won his sixth straight start, continuing a record run by the starters, Alex Verdugo homered and the New York Yankees bounced back with a 2-1 victory over the Angels on Wednesday night. In the ninth, the Angels had runners on first and second with none out before Willie Calhoun grounded into a double play …

Big fifth inning leads Angels past Astros
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Big fifth inning leads Angels past Astros

LA Times  

The Angels’ Nolan Schanuel greets third base coach Eric Young Sr. after his three-run homer in the fifth inning of L.A.’s 9-7 win over Houston. Nolan Schanuel and Logan O’Hoppe both hit three-run homers and Jo Adell added a solo shot as the Angels jumped on Framber Valdez for seven runs in the fifth inning to power them to a …

Castillo throws 7 shutout innings and then Mariners bullpen hangs on for 3-2 win over Braves
8 months, 1 week ago

Castillo throws 7 shutout innings and then Mariners bullpen hangs on for 3-2 win over Braves

Hindustan Times  

SEATTLE — Luis Castillo threw seven shutout innings to continue Seattle’s run of starting pitching dominance and the Mariners' bullpen held on for a 3-2 victory over the Atlanta Braves on Tuesday night. With Castillo’s stellar outing, Mariners starting pitchers have allowed two earned runs or fewer in a franchise-record 18 consecutive games. Atlanta threatened in the fourth inning when …

Alvarez hits 2 homers and Astros snap a 5-game losing streak with a 12-4 win over Rockies in Mexico
8 months, 1 week ago

Alvarez hits 2 homers and Astros snap a 5-game losing streak with a 12-4 win over Rockies in Mexico

Associated Press  

MEXICO CITY — Before the first of two games in Mexico City, Houston Astros manager Joe Espada said he hoped that the trip could help them solve their offensive struggles. Yordan Alvarez hit two home runs, Kyle Tucker added a solo shot and the Houston Astros beat the Colorado Rockies 12-4 on Saturday night in the MLB World Tour: Mexico …

Mike Trout strikes out with bases loaded in ninth to seal Angels’ loss to Orioles
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Mike Trout strikes out with bases loaded in ninth to seal Angels’ loss to Orioles

LA Times  

Angels star Mike Trout, center, reacts after striking out with the bases loaded for the final out in the Angels’ 4-2 loss to the Baltimore Orioles on Monday. Craig Kimbrel struck out Mike Trout looking with the bases loaded for the final out, and the Baltimore Orioles beat the Angels 4-2 Monday night at Angel Stadium for their seventh win …

Blanco follows no-hitter with six 1-hit innings as Astros beat Rangers 3-1
9 months ago

Blanco follows no-hitter with six 1-hit innings as Astros beat Rangers 3-1

Hindustan Times  

ARLINGTON, Texas — Houston right-hander Ronel Blanco followed his no-hitter with one-hit ball over six scoreless innings, and the Astros beat the Texas Rangers 3-1 on Sunday night. HT Image Six nights after throwing a no-hitter at home against Toronto in his first start of the season, Blanco held the World Series champs without a hit until Adolis García grounded …

Texas Rangers win first World Series title with 5-0 victory over Arizona Diamondbacks in Game 5
1 year, 2 months ago

Texas Rangers win first World Series title with 5-0 victory over Arizona Diamondbacks in Game 5

Associated Press  

PHOENIX — Corey Seager took a mighty swing and barely connected, sending a squibber through an open area on the left side of the infield for his team’s first hit in the seventh inning. Nathan Eovaldi pitched six gritty innings, Mitch Garver broke a scoreless tie with an RBI single in the seventh and the Rangers won the first World …

Cristian Javier struggles as Houston Astros lose to Texas Rangers in ALCS Game 7
1 year, 2 months ago

Cristian Javier struggles as Houston Astros lose to Texas Rangers in ALCS Game 7

Associated Press  

HOUSTON — Cristian Javier got one out, and J.P. France got two. Javier flopped in an abbreviated postseason start and France had a rocky relief outing, sending Houston to an 11-4 loss to the Texas Rangers in the finale of the AL Championship Series on Monday night. So much for Houston’s seventh straight appearance in the ALCS, and its bid …

Pham, Gurriel homer, Diamondbacks power past Phillies 5-1 to force NLCS Game 7
1 year, 2 months ago

Pham, Gurriel homer, Diamondbacks power past Phillies 5-1 to force NLCS Game 7

Associated Press  

PHILADELPHIA — Merrill Kelly retired Kyle Schwarber, Trea Turner and Bryce Harper in order in the fifth inning, striking out Schwarber and Harper — October’s biggest home run threats. Tommy Pham and Lourdes Gurriel Jr. hit back-to-back homers and Kelly struck out eight before his early hook to help Arizona force Game 7 with a 5-1 win over the Philadelphia …

Rangers defeat Astros in Game 7 of the ALCS to advance to the World Series
1 year, 2 months ago

Rangers defeat Astros in Game 7 of the ALCS to advance to the World Series

LA Times  

The Texas Rangers celebrate after defeating the Houston Astros in Game 7 of the American League Championship Series on Monday night. García homered twice and drove in five runs as the Texas Rangers reached their first World Series in 12 years with an 11-4 blowout of the Houston Astros in Game 7 of the AL Championship Series on Monday night. …

Diamondbacks defeat Phillies and fend off NLCS elimination to force a Game 7
1 year, 2 months ago

Diamondbacks defeat Phillies and fend off NLCS elimination to force a Game 7

LA Times  

Arizona’s Alek Thomas celebrates after scoring on a hit by Evan Longoria in the second inning of Game 6 of the NLCS against the Philadelphia Phillies on Monday. Tommy Pham and Lourdes Gurriel Jr. hit back-to-back homers and Merrill Kelly struck out eight to help the Arizona Diamondbacks force Game 7 of the National League Championship Series with a 5-1 …

Altuve hits go-ahead homer in 9th, Astros take 3-2 lead over Rangers in ALCS after benches clear
1 year, 2 months ago

Altuve hits go-ahead homer in 9th, Astros take 3-2 lead over Rangers in ALCS after benches clear

The Independent  

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José Altuve hits go-ahead homer as Astros take 3-2 ALCS lead over Rangers after benches clear
1 year, 2 months ago

José Altuve hits go-ahead homer as Astros take 3-2 ALCS lead over Rangers after benches clear

LA Times  

Houston Astros’ José Altuve celebrates with teammates after hitting a three-run home run against the Texas Rangers during the ninth inning in Game 5 of the ALCS on Friday in Arlington, Texas. José Altuve hit a three-run homer in the ninth inning and the Houston Astros, after getting into another bench-clearing scuffle with the Texas Rangers, rallied for a 5-4 …

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