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Dodgers Start 2026 Playoffs as Consensus World Series Favorites
Los Angeles enters the postseason with +200 championship odds, while the Chicago White Sox represent the largest sportsbook liability at 18-1.
Braves Clinch NL Wild Card Series With 6-2 Victory Over Phillies
Chris Sale threw 1 1/3 scoreless innings on one day of rest to secure a 6-2 win for the Atlanta Braves in the deciding Game 3.
Phillies and Braves Set for Wild-Card Game 3 Decider
The Philadelphia Phillies and Atlanta Braves are tied 1-1 entering a decisive Game 3 scheduled for 8 p.m. ET on October 1, 2026.
Joe Espada Seeks Return to Houston Astros as Contract Expires
Following a 7-3 loss to the Chicago White Sox that eliminated Houston from the postseason, manager Joe Espada confirmed he wants to return in 2027.
Padres, Yankees, and White Sox Advance to MLB Division Series Matchups
The San Diego Padres, New York Yankees, and Chicago White Sox secured spots in the MLB Division Series following wild-card wins on Wednesday.
Padres Advance to NLDS After Two-Game Sweep of Cubs
San Diego secured a 4-1 victory in Game 2 on Wednesday, limiting the Chicago Cubs to just five hits to finalize a two-game sweep.
Sonny Gray Frustrated by Early Exit as Yankees Sweep Red Sox in Wild-Card Series
The New York Yankees defeated the Boston Red Sox 9-2 on Wednesday to complete a two-game sweep, outscoring Boston 18-2 across the series.
Yankees Advance to ALDS After 9-2 Victory Completes Sweep of Red Sox
Max Fried allowed just three hits over six innings as the New York Yankees defeated the Boston Red Sox 9-2 to secure a two-game AL Wild Card Series sweep.
MLB Attendance Rises for Fourth Straight Year to 71.75 Million
Major League Baseball saw a 0.4% increase in average attendance this season, reaching its highest total since 2017 with 71.75 million fans.
White Sox Advance to ALDS; Phillies Tie Series in Extra Innings
The Chicago White Sox secured their first postseason series win since 2005 by defeating the Houston Astros 7-3 to complete a two-game sweep.
White Sox Sweep Astros to Secure First Playoff Series Win Since 2005
Chase Meidroth hit a three-run home run to lead the Chicago White Sox to a 7-3 victory and a sweep of the AL Wild Card Series.
Ethan Salas to Set Record as Youngest Postseason Catcher in Game 2 Start
At 20 years old, Ethan Salas will bat seventh and catch for the San Diego Padres in Wednesday's matchup against the Chicago Cubs.
Roman Anthony Sidelined for AL Wild Card Series with Hand and Wrist Injuries
Roman Anthony has been removed from the Red Sox postseason roster following a 9-0 Game 1 loss to the Yankees due to muscle damage in his right wrist.
White Sox Top Astros 6-3 in AL Wild Card Series Opener
The Chicago White Sox secured a 6-3 victory over the Houston Astros in Game 1 of the AL Wild Card Series, led by Colson Montgomery's 432-foot home run.
Sale Records 100 MPH Strikeout as 2026 MLB Wild-Card Series Opens in Atlanta
The 2026 MLB wild-card round began with Chris Sale striking out Bryce Harper using a 100 MPH fastball during the Philadelphia Phillies' visit to Atlanta.
Aaron Judge to Miss AL Wild Card Series; Giancarlo Stanton Included on Yankees Roster
Aaron Judge will miss the ALWCS against the Red Sox due to a right calf strain, though Giancarlo Stanton returns after a five-month absence.
Matthew Boyd to Start Game 1 for Cubs; Alex Bregman Defensive Status Uncertain
Matthew Boyd will lead the Cubs' rotation on Tuesday night against Michael King, while Alex Bregman's ability to play third base remains undecided.
2026 MLB Playoff Predictions: Experts Favor Brewers for World Series Title
A panel of 24 ESPN experts predicted the 2026 MLB postseason, with 14 voters selecting the Milwaukee Brewers to win the World Series.
David Stearns Reflects on Pete Alonso Departure as Mets Finish 74-88
Mets president David Stearns acknowledged that the team's first base production was not good enough following the departure of Pete Alonso.
MLB Investigates Potential Game Site at Grand Teton National Park
National Park Service deputy director Frank Lands reportedly scouted three locations in Wyoming's Grand Teton National Park for a potential MLB game site.
Aaron Judge Returns to Batting Practice as Yankees Weigh Wild-Card Roster Decision
Aaron Judge took on-field batting practice Monday for the first time since injuring his right calf on Sept. 16.
Jacob Misiorowski Sweeps Major Statistical Categories; Alvarez and Moreno Win Batting Titles
Brewers ace Jacob Misiorowski finished the season with 252 strikeouts, a 1.80 ERA, and a .157 opponent batting average to lead the major leagues.
Mariners Fire Manager Dan Wilson Following 76-86 Campaign
Seattle Mariners manager Dan Wilson will not return in 2027 after the club finished the season 76-86 and missed the playoffs.
Phillies Clinch Final National League Wild-Card Spot With 7-3 Victory Over Rays
The Philadelphia Phillies secured the final NL wild-card berth on Sunday by defeating the Tampa Bay Rays 7-3 behind six innings from Zack Wheeler.