Dodgers pitcher Fernando Valenzuela lifts a magnum of champagne during the celebration of their NL West victory over the Houston Astros on October 12, 1981. (Associated Press) His ascent from …
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HOUSTON — Greetings, Astros fans. Welcome to a quiet October. We hope you’ve discovered some activities to keep you engaged. Beyond the decision not to renew third-base coach Gary Pettis’s …
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“October Surprises: Analyzing the Impact of MLB’s New Playoff Format on Upsets and Performance”
NEW YORK — Everything felt somewhat reminiscent, as if we had witnessed it before … There they were, the where’d-they-come-from wild-card team, celebrating and embracing on the infield while fireworks …
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“`html Over three days, nine games were sufficient to eliminate one-third of the playoff field. The wild-card round showcased remarkable performances, as commanding Game 1 victories established the foundation for …
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“`html The Arizona Diamondbacks narrowly missed the National League playoff contention, wrapping up the season with an 89–73 record but losing tiebreakers to both the Atlanta Braves and New York …
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Throughout challenging times during the regular season, New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone frequently noted that the team’s playoff aspirations remained very much alive, asserting, “it’s right in front of …
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“`html The Athletic provides live coverage of the MLB Wild Card Series. In baseball, the hardest losses to comprehend are often the unexpected ones. “That’s a valid question,” remarked Braves …
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Happy MLB playoffs! This thrilling time of year means that all 12 playoff teams have a genuine chance to claim the World Series title. While the ultimate goal is to …
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The Detroit Tigers have secured a Wild Card position in the MLB postseason, set to face the Houston Astros when the Wild Card Series kicks off on October 1 (Lon …
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The MLB postseason is fast approaching, and with just two games remaining in the regular season—a Mets-Braves doubleheader on Monday—the playoff landscape is nearly finalized. Let’s take a closer look …
