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Bill Shaikin / Los Angeles Times:
Dodgers unleash Kenley Jansen and a successful supporting cast of relievers — Tony La Russa gets the credit, or the blame, for the invention of the modern bullpen — the closer, the setup men, the matchups against left-handers and right-handers. — But, as a new generation …
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Ted Berg / USA Today:
NLCS: 5 takeaways from Dodgers' walk-off Game 2 win — LOS ANGELES — Five takeaways after the Dodgers' 4-1 win over the Cubs in Game 2 of the NLCS on Sunday. — 1. The Cubs aren't hitting — It's not good. It certainly hasn't helped that they've faced Clayton Kershaw and Rich Hill in Games 1 and 2 …
ESPN:
Meet Keith Hupp, the man who nabbed Justin Turner's walk-off homer — LOS ANGELES - Catching a home run ball at a baseball game is supposed to be a once in a lifetime experience — if you're lucky. For Keith Hupp, a 54-year-old retired police officer and lifelong Los Angeles Dodgers fan, it has almost become routine.
Tom Schad / USA Today:
Cubs World Series ring removed from auction site after team's complaint — An authentic 2016 Chicago Cubs World Series ring that was listed for sale on an online auction site has been removed at the request of the Cubs, as first reported by the Chicago Sun-Times.
Charlotte Knights / The Charlotte Observer:
David Haugh: Lack of dependable bullpen arms causing problems for Maddon, Cubs — LOS ANGELES — In the ninth inning of a tie playoff game that represented a must-win situation Sunday night, the ChicagoCubs turned to a 38-year-old career starting pitcher throwing for the second day in a row for the first time in his career.
Bob Nightengale / USA Today:
Justin Turner walks off the Cubs and walks into new territory: Dodger legend
Matt Snyder / CBSSports.com:
Cubs-Dodgers NLCS: Joe Maddon managed for a save and lost the win in Game 2
Ted Berg / USA Today:
Justin Turner's walk-off three-run homer gives Dodgers 2-0 NLCS lead over the Cubs
Doug Miller / MLB.com:
Wily veterans Lester, Hill take center stage in NLCS Game 2
Wily veterans Lester, Hill take center stage in NLCS Game 2
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Jay Lf / Chicago Tribune:
NLCS Game 2 live updates: Jason Heyward returns to Cubs lineup at Dodgers
NLCS Game 2 live updates: Jason Heyward returns to Cubs lineup at Dodgers
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Chicago Tribune
Paul Skrbina / Chicago Tribune:
8 pivotal moments from Cubs' 5-2 loss to Dodgers in Game 1 of the NLCS
8 pivotal moments from Cubs' 5-2 loss to Dodgers in Game 1 of the NLCS
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MLB on Yahoo! Sports, baseballmusings.com and Bleed Cubbie Blue
Steve Rosenbloom / Chicago Tribune:
Memo to Cubs offense and bullpen: Try not to suck
Memo to Cubs offense and bullpen: Try not to suck
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Chicago Tribune
ESPN:
Purged for Yankees' youth movement, Beltran and McCann are back as opponents — NEW YORK — Even before Gary Sanchez failed to handle Didi Gregorius' short-hop relay throw on the final play of Game 2 in the American League Championship Series, he was under some scrutiny for his shortcomings behind the plate.
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Laura Dimon / New York Daily News:
Yankees ticket prices down 38% as Bombers return to the Bronx two games down in ALCS — Fans of the Bronx Bombers can still get a relative steal on tickets to Monday's first home game of the series versus the Houston Astros. — Ticket prices are down 38% after the Yankees lost the first two games …
Kristie Ackert / New York Daily News:
Charlie Morton hopes to continue Astros' pitching dominance over Yankees in Game 3 — All Charlie Morton could do the first two games was watch in amazement. First Dallas Keuchel dominated the hot Yankees bats in Game 1 of the American League Championship Series.
Scott LauberESPN / ESPN:
Your guide to Monday's LCS game: Will Yankees' offense back CC Sabathia? — NEW YORK — It has been a familiar refrain over these past nine years. Whenever the New York Yankees need a pick-me-up, they tap on the broad shoulders of CC Sabathia. — Here we go again.
Fox Sports:
Yankees try to dig out of another 2-0 hole (Oct 16, 2017)
Yankees try to dig out of another 2-0 hole (Oct 16, 2017)
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The Crawfish Boxes
Christian Red / New York Daily News:
CC Sabathia needs to be stopper once again for 0-2 Yankees
CC Sabathia needs to be stopper once again for 0-2 Yankees
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Joel Sherman / New York Post:
The two relievers who could be key to Yankees' fortunes
The two relievers who could be key to Yankees' fortunes
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MLB Trade Rumors and Pinstripe Alley
Jorge L. Ortiz / USA Today:
Double jeopardy: Puerto Rican Astros feel impact of hurricanes Harvey and Maria — NEW YORK - On Aug. 31, the Houston Astros returned from a road trip to a city devastated by the impact of Hurricane Harvey, which forced tens of thousands of people out of their homes and caused biblical floods …
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Mike Axisa / CBSSports.com:
Red Sox manager search: Cora reportedly lands interview, Gardenhire draws interest
Red Sox manager search: Cora reportedly lands interview, Gardenhire draws interest
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WPSD Local 6:
Former MLB pitcher, Heath HS graduate Daniel Webb dies in ATV accident — HUMPHREYS COUNTY, TN - Former Chicago White Sox MLB pitcher and Heath High School graduate, Daniel Webb died in an ATV accident overnight. — Humphreys County Sheriff Chris Davis confirmed his death over the phone.
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R.J. Anderson / CBSSports.com:
Former Braves manager Fredi Gonzalez reportedly the favorite for Tigers job — Gonzalez has a winning record for his career — The Detroit Tigers are one of a few teams seeking a new manager. However, if reports are to be believed, then their next skipper might be a familiar face.
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Fish Stripes and Bless You Boys
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John Perrotto / FanRag Sports:
Rumors and Rumblings | Yankees still embracing fun approach
Rumors and Rumblings | Yankees still embracing fun approach
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Bless You Boys, NBCSports.com and Over the Monster
Cincinnati.com:
Cincinnati Reds Q&A with GM Dick Williams: A sweeping view of the Reds from the top — Cincinnati Enquirer Reds beat writers C. Trent Rosecrans and Zack Buchanan recently sat down with Dick Williams, the Reds' president of baseball operations and general manager, to discuss the team's 2017 performance and look ahead to 2018.
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MLB Trade Rumors and Red Reporter