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Jeff Arnold / UPI:
NLCS Game 3 preview: Chicago Cubs turn to Kyle Hendricks vs. Los Angeles Dodgers — CHICAGO — The Chicago Cubs return home in a two-games-to-none hole in the National League Championship Series and with plenty of questions left unanswered after back-to-back losses to the Los Angeles Dodgers.
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When it comes to closers, when will managers learn? — There's a moment, as a manager is doing something that you can't fathom, when you doubt yourself. — EDITOR'S PICKS — When Scherzer entered the game before the top of the fifth inning, there was 71.5 percent chance the Nationals would advance to the NLCS.
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Fox Sports:
Cubs' Maddon stands by not using Davis, questions criticism — CHICAGO (AP) Cubs manager Joe Maddon is standing by his decision not to use All-Star closer Wade Davis in Chicago's loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers in Game 2 of the NL Championship Series and is questioning the criticism coming his way.
Jesse Yomtov / USA Today:
ALCS: Three things the Yankees must to do get back into series against Astros — Facing a 2-0 deficit in the American League Championship Series, the New York Yankees return home trying to fight back against the Houston Astros. — The Yankees lost both games in Houston by a 2-1 scoreline …
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.
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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 …
Matt Snyder / CBSSports.com:
Cubs-Dodgers NLCS: Joe Maddon managed for a save and lost the win in Game 2
Cubs-Dodgers NLCS: Joe Maddon managed for a save and lost the win in Game 2
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Charlotte Knights / The Charlotte Observer:
David Haugh: Lack of dependable bullpen arms causing problems for Maddon, Cubs
Bob Nightengale / USA Today:
Justin Turner walks off the Cubs and walks into new territory: Dodger legend
Ted Berg / USA Today:
Justin Turner's walk-off three-run homer gives Dodgers 2-0 NLCS lead over the Cubs
Justin Turner's walk-off three-run homer gives Dodgers 2-0 NLCS lead over the Cubs
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True Blue LA
New York Daily News:
Luis Severino feeling OK, on track to start potential Game 6 for Yankees — Luis Severino is on track to start Game 6, if necessary, after being pulled for precautionary reasons in Game 2. — Joe Girardi was worried about a possible shoulder injury for his 23-year-old ace, so he took him out after four innings.
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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.
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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
Fox Sports:
LEADING OFF: Astros, Yanks try to get bats going in New York
LEADING OFF: Astros, Yanks try to get bats going in New York
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Fred Kerber / New York Post:
The Astros are trying to forget everything that's gone right
The Astros are trying to forget everything that's gone right
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AZ Snake Pit
Scott LauberESPN / ESPN:
Your guide to Monday's LCS game: Will Yankees' offense back CC Sabathia?
Your guide to Monday's LCS game: Will Yankees' offense back CC Sabathia?
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MLB on Yahoo! Sports
Jon Heyman / FanRag Sports:
Ausmus out as Mets manager search continues — The New York Mets' managerial search continues this week with new sense of clarity as some names have dropped out of the derby while others have already been interviewed or are scheduled to do so. — Former Detroit Tigers manager Brad Ausmus …
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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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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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Bleacher Report, NBCSports.com and MLB Trade Rumors
Steve Adams / MLB Trade Rumors:
Offseason Outlook: Milwaukee Brewers — In what most expected to be another transitional season, the Brewers spent much of the year in contention for the NL Central title and finished just shy of an NL Wild Card berth. With an 86-76 record under their belts and a promising core of controllable players …
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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, CBS Detroit, Over the Monster and NBCSports.com