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Paul Sullivan / Chicago Tribune:
Rain in forecast but Game 4 of NLDS still on — A worker walks to a power box on the roof before Game 4 of the NLDS at Wrigley Field Tuesday, Oct. 10, 2017. — Chicago Tribune — Rain is in the forecast for Game 4 of the National League Division Series, but so far the game is still on.
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Cubs could face Stephen Strasburg if Game 4 gets postponed — Photos from Game 4 of the National League Division Series between the Cubs and Nationals at Wrigley Field on Tuesday, Oct. 10, 2017. — Chicago Tribune — Cubs manager Joe Maddon insisted that Jake Arrieta would start Game 4 …
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Dan Gunderman / New York Daily News:
Indians' pitcher Trevor Bauer reportedly blocked Twitter trolls during ALDS Game 4 loss — The clubhouse block. — Trevor Bauer was yanked from Game 4 of the ALDS after just an inning and a third, surrendering four unearned runs on four hits in the Yankees' 7-3 victory Monday night.
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Larry Fleisher / UPI:
ALDS: New York Yankees drub Cleveland Indians, force deciding Game 5 — NEW YORK — Early Saturday morning, the New York Yankees took the short flight from Cleveland, feeling angered and disappointed, knowing they let a big opportunity slip away by blowing a five-run lead.
Associated Press:
ALDS: Yankees force winner-take-all against the Indians — Yankees relief pitcher Tommy Kahnle reacts after closing out the top of the eighth inning against the Cleveland Indians in Game 4 of the American League divisional series on Oct. 9. (Abbie Parr / Getty Images)
Jesse Yomtov / USA Today:
A brief history of the Nationals' postseason bullpen blunders — With a come-from-behind 2-1 win in Game 3 of the National League Division Series, the Chicago Cubs pushed the Washington Nationals to the brink of elimination. If the Nationals fail to advance, it will be the fourth consecutive time that the team has fallen in the NLDS.
Paul Skrbina / Chicago Tribune:
12 pivotal moments in Cubs' tense 2-1 victory over Nationals — Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Jose Quintana. — 1. Cubs starter Jose Quintana threw to first, only nobody was home. Michael A. Taylor, who led off the Nationals' third with a single, moved to second base when Jose Quintana …
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Mark Gonzales / Chicago Tribune:
Ben Zobrist's persistence pays off for Cubs in Game 3 win — Photos from Game 3 of the National League Division Series between the Cubs and Nationals at Wrigley Field on Monday, Oct. 9, 2017. — Chicago Tribune — A rash of complaints broke out on social media shortly …
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Jimmy Golen / Associated Press:
Astros beat Red Sox 5-4 in Game 4, advance to ALCS
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Neil Greenberg / Washington Post:
The Astros should root for the Indians over the Yankees in the ALDS
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JasonFoster / Sporting News:
MLB playoffs: Nationals again find themselves on brink of October disappointment
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CBS Chicago:
Chicago Cubs-Washington Nationals Weather Outlook: Rain Possible
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Mark Gonzales / Chicago Tribune:
NLDS Game 4 starter Jake Arrieta to savor what could be his final games as a Cub
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Robert McCoppin / Chicago Tribune:
Nationals star Werth has deep baseball roots — and organic farm — in downstate Illinois
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Peter Botte / New York Daily News:
Ability to hit Corey Kluber last time out should give Yankees confidence with CC Sabathia on the mound in Game 5
Christian Red / New York Daily News:
Luis Severino rebounds nicely, bats come alive as Yankees beat Indians, 7-3, to force Game 5
Chris Kuc / Chicago Tribune:
Kyle Schwarber on NLDS Game 3 fielding gaffe: 'I'm angry at myself'
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Mike Mazzeo / New York Daily News:
Yankees will turn to CC Sabathia in do-or-die Game 5 matchup vs. Corey Kluber
Mark Gonzales / Chicago Tribune:
Cubs overcome flaws for 2-1 victory over Nationals and 2-1 NLDS lead
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Associated Press:
The Dodgers Dispatch D-Backs and Return to N.L.C.S. — Led by a big Japanese right-hander and a rookie from just down the road, the Los Angeles Dodgers are headed back to the NL Championship Series. — Cody Bellinger homered, drove in two runs and flipped over a dugout railing to steal …
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Andy McCullough / Orlando Sentinel:
Roberts makes all the right moves as Dodgers sweep Diamondbacks to reach NLCS — Los Angeles Times reporters Andy McCullough and Dylan Hernandez talk sweep and what is next for the Los Angeles Dodgers in the NLCS. — Dave Roberts wore a smile on his face and held a can of Coors Light in his hand.
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Kristie Ackert / New York Daily News:
Mets closing in on deal to buy Syracuse Chiefs, ditch Las Vegas as Triple-A affiliate: sources — After next season, the long redeye flights from Las Vegas will no longer be a burden or an excuse for Mets prospects. The five-hour flight will not be necessary because the Mets' ownership group …
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Maury Brown / Forbes:
Here Are The 2017 MLB Prime Time Television Ratings For Each Team — Major League Baseball continues to ranked #1 on television in the local markets where teams play , according to prime time ratings and viewership totals. — With the 2017 regular season complete, Nielsen Media data …
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Associated Press:
Derek Jeter begins shaping Marlins front office, hires former mentor Gary Denbo — MIAMI — Miami Marlins CEO Derek Jeter has begun restructuring his front office by hiring a former mentor, Gary Denbo, as vice president of scouting and player development. — Denbo will oversee player development and amateur scouting.
Jeff Todd / MLB Trade Rumors:
Free Agent Stock Watch: Jonathan Lucroy — Generally, of course, Jonathan Lucroy's stock is down on the heels of a disappointing season. He entered the year with a chance at earning Russell Martin-type money — $82MM over five years — but now won't scrape that stratosphere.
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USA Today:
Astros win intense-laden game over Red Sox, advance to first AL Championship Series — BOSTON - It was a move that seemed borne of desperation at the time. But it turned out to be the move that delivered the ALDS-clinching win to the Houston Astros, who beat the Boston Red Sox, 5-4, in Game 4 at Fenway Park Monday afternoon.
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