Playoff implications for Mets, Atlanta Braves, and D-backs in MLB doubleheader

Atlanta Braves

Yes, it is indeed the last day of regular-season baseball games. Sunday’s games did not answer the National League wild-card playoff as expected; hence, the New York Mets headed over to board a flight to Atlanta for a doubleheader against the Atlanta Braves on Monday (1 p.m. ET on ESPN2). The Arizona Diamondbacks will be … Read more

Dodgers clinch NL West, but Freddie Freeman exits with injury

freddie freeman

Freddie Freeman was seen in a walking boot and smiling. The very instant that assured and all but guaranteed themselves another National League West title and a first-round bye for the Los Angeles Dodgers back, a seventh-inning two-run single by Mookie Betts who one this Thursday further extended the lead of the game from the … Read more

Another Sho-stealing performance has the Dodgers on the cusp of the division title.

Dodgers

Another Sho-stealing performance has the Dodgers: Since moving to the USA in 2018, Ohtani has shown his absolute desire to take part in playoff baseball, and at a more personal level, win a championship. In about a week, that opportunity is very likely going to present itself for Ohtani. He is aware that he will … Read more

Padres turn game-ending triple play to clinch a playoff spot.

Padres

The San Diego Padres celebrated a playoff berth on Tuesday night after successfully executing a triple play in the middle of the last inning to finish a 4-2 match against the Los Angeles Dodgers atop the National League West standings. Last year, the team composed of Manny Machado and the Padres missed out on the … Read more

Padres clinch MLB postseason spot with game-winning triple play against Dodgers.

Padres

It was 10 days ago, after having a brutal game in San Francisco, Joe Musgrove declared to his colleagues that he hasn’t had more fun playing baseball in his career than this season. The San Diego Padres were still a handful of wins away from ensuring that they would be able to attempt what they … Read more