Astros could name new general manager before end of World Series: Sources  —  HOUSTON — The Houston Astros' two-month search for a general manager is gaining momentum, with some internal optimism that they could make a hire before the end of the World Series, according to multiple team …

Brewers' Brandon Woodruff wants to return for World Series, but rules may get in the way  —  It would be a delightful storyline, the most tenured member of the Milwaukee Brewers returning from a potential season-ending shoulder injury to help the team win its first World Series title.

Brewers chasing rare feat in quest for 1st WS title  —  The 2026 World Series will feature a rare matchup between each league's top regular-season team, just the sixth time that has happened in the Wild Card Era (1995).  Both the Brewers (103-59) and Rays (98-64) will be in line for their franchise's …

Dombrowski eyes ways to keep Phillies' veterans fresh, bolster outfield  —  This story was excerpted from Todd Zolecki's Phillies Beat newsletter.  To read the full newsletter, click here.  And subscribe to get it regularly in your inbox.  —  Dave Dombrowski won't tip his hand on everything …

Dodgers ‘fully expect’ Shohei Ohtani to remain two-way player, pitch in 2027  —  LOS ANGELES — The Los Angeles Dodgers expect Shohei Ohtani to remain a two-way player and pitch for the team in 2027, president of baseball operations Andrew Friedman said Wednesday.

Mets include Cubs' Mallee in coaching staff search (source)  —  NEW YORK — Among the Mets' hitting coach candidates is one who helped shape this year's probable National League MVP.  —  Cubs assistant hitting coach John Mallee is on the Mets' list of interviewees for their coaching staff vacancy, according to an industry source.

Reds Prospect Luke Holman Has Been One of the Best Pitchers in the AFL  —  Luke Holman has been one of the top pitchers in the hitter-friendly Arizona Fall League.  Across three starts with the Peoria Desert Dogs, the 23-year-old right-hander in the Cincinnati Reds organization has surrendered just one run over nine innings.

Four free agents the Cubs should target to fix their pitching  —  Money alone won't fix the broken chain of pitching development within the Chicago Cubs' organization.  But those big-market resources will be central to the Cubs' efforts to catch the Milwaukee Brewers, the National League pennant winner …

Steve Kerr Gets Real About the Warriors  —  Golden State's longtime coach discusses Jimmy Butler's timetable, fans' criticism of the front office, realistic expectations for the Warriors' season, and more  —  Steve Kerr had a hell of a summer.  —  It began with deep contemplation …

Angels Decline 2027 Option On Manager Kurt Suzuki  —  Kurt Suzuki's tenure as Angels' skipper will last only one season.  The team announced Wednesday that it has declined a 2027 club option on Suzuki and will commence a search for a new manager and coaching staff.

NPB MVP, Triple Crown winner Sato to enter MLB posting system  —  One of the biggest dominoes of the impending MLB offseason has fallen, adding a massive free agent bat to a pool that is relatively light on them.  —  The Hanshin Tigers of Nippon Professional Baseball announced that they will approve …