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Thomas Neumann / ESPN:
‘Back to the Future’ writer, a Cardinals fan, discusses prediction of Cubs winning 2015 World Series
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Associated Press:
Power Plays: NLCS a Classic Clash Between Young Cubs, Mets — NEW YORK — Matt Harvey bringin' heat, Kris Bryant goin' deep. — Noah Syndergaard firing 100 mph fastballs as Kyle Schwarber swings from his heels. — Jacob deGrom rearing back and going right after Anthony Rizzo.
Matthew Cerrone / Metsblog:
Battle of the rebuilt franchises in the NLCS — I planned to write something looking back at the Mets-Dodgers series. But, frankly, all I can think about is the Cubs... This has the makings of what should be a pretty fascinating, exciting series, between two classic franchises, old rivals …
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Amazin' Avenue and Bleed Cubbie Blue
Paul SullivanContact / Chicago Tribune:
Sammy Sosa hopes to throw out first pitch at a Cubs World Series game
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Chicago and Bleed Cubbie Blue
Jayson Stark / ESPN:
How the Cubs went from a mostly average team to a powerhouse
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Bleacher Report, ESPN and Chicago
Neil Best / Newsday:
Matt Harvey, Terry Collins say ace will pitch twice in NLCS … Mets vs. Cubs: Who has the edge? … Mets — Mets celebrate NLDS victory over Dodgers
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Peter Botte / New York Daily News:
Matt Harvey 'couldn't be more excited' about starting Game 1 of NLCS for Mets — LOS ANGELES — The Mets will open the NLCS against the Cubs Saturday at Citi Field, and Matt Harvey will have the ball in his hands. — Just like the Mets once envisioned, well, with a few high-drama detours in between.
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Robert MacLeod / Globe and Mail:
Blue Jays have 1-0 lead over Royals in sixth inning of ALCS Game 2 — The second game of the American League Championship Series between the Kansas City Royals and Toronto Blue Jays began just after 4 p.m. (EST) on Saturday at Kauffman Stadium. The Royals lead the best-of-seven playoff series 1-0.
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Doug Padilla / ESPN:
Blue Jays left-hander Mark Buehrle still undecided on retirement
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Patrick Saunders / Denver Post:
There is no getting around it. The Rockies' bench was a bust this year. — The Denver Post — There is no getting around it. The Rockies' bench was a bust this year. — Utility infielder Daniel Descalso, outfielder Drew Stubbs and first baseman Wilin Rosario were counted on to be major contributors.
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MLB Trade Rumors and Purple Row
Dennis Wierzbicki / Toronto Star:
Who are the celebrity fans cheering for MLB teams left in playoffs? — This year's playoffs have given baseball teams a chance to show off star fans linked to their team. — Pearl Jam lead singer Eddie Vedder says he won't schedule tour dates in October any more so that he won't miss any Cubs fans.
Mark GonzalesContact / Chicago Tribune:
Tim Wilken to depart Cubs for Diamondbacks — Chicago Tribune … Tim Wilken is leaving the Chicago Cubs to join the front office of the Arizona Diamondbacks, a source confirmed late Friday night. — Wilken, a special assistant to the president and general manager with the Cubs since August of 2012 …
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Joe Pagonakis / WEWS-TV:
Police Report: Johnny Manziel pulled over during domestic argument, admits to drinking — AVON, Ohio - Browns quarterback Johnny Manziel, was pulled over by Avon police after police said a domestic argument got out of hand on Interstate 90 westbound earlier in the week. — Police said alcohol was involved.
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Associated Press:
Baseball Hall of Fame Voting Pool Down by About 20 Percent — NEW YORK — The voting pool for the Baseball Hall of Fame is being cut by about 20 percent. — The Hall said Friday that it estimated 475 ballots would be mailed for the upcoming election. Last year, about 600 ballots were mailed …
Adrian Garro / Fox Sports:
Astros offseason preview: Add some arms, and 2016 will be even better — FOX Sports — Carlos Correa is a big reason why Houston should contend in 2016 and beyond. … The Astros caught the league by surprise this season, leading the AL West for much of the year before making the postseason as the second AL wild-card club.
Rob Neyer / Fox Sports:
October Moment: When the stretch hurts — Some games go according to form, and some don't. Thursday night in Los Angeles, Game 5 of the second National League Division Series went almost exactly according to form: a great pitching duel featuring Cy Young candidate Zack Greinke and future Cy Young candidate Jacob deGrom.
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Kristie Ackert / New York Daily News:
Mets beat Dodgers, move on thanks to Daniel Murphy's home run, stolen base, Cubs up next in NLCS
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New York Post, Deadspin, Amazin' Avenue and The Big Lead
Jeff Wilson / Fort Worth Star-Telegram:
Rangers start packing up, moving on from Game 5 — Team still stinging from difficult loss 2015 exit adds to list of infamous finishes Optimism abounds for next season … ARLINGTON — Lockers were cleaned out and boxes were packed to be shipped Thursday at Globe Life Park …
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