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.

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 …

Woodruff would love World Series roster spot, but understands why it might not happen  —  MILWAUKEE - Brandon Woodruff threw 23 live pitches to the Brewers' “A” lineup at American Family Field on Tuesday and sat 90-92 mph, right where he'd expect in an empty stadium while facing hitters for the first time in nearly four months.

Fabian Hurzeler would cost record fee with no release clause in Brighton contract  —  Exclusive: German coach admired by Manchester United but hiring him would be a complicated and expensive operation  —  Fabian Hurzeler does not have a release clause in his Brighton contract …

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 …

Three things the Rangers can learn from Brewers, Rays to get back to World Series  —  The Tampa Bay Rays and Milwaukee Brewers — two teams with slight budgets who prioritize analytics and strategic offensive approaches — will play for a World Series..  —  Suddenly, luxury-taxed payrolls aren't in vogue anymore.

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.

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.

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 …

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.