Record-breaking temperatures, quick finishes and stellar pitching would headline Game 1 of the World Series between the Los Angeles Dodgers and Houston Astros. With temperatures peaking at 103 degrees, the Dodgers defeated the Astros 3-1 in scorching Los Angeles heat to take a 1-0 series lead. How it happened The …
Read More »World Series Preview: Astros vs. Dodgers Game 1
The World Series is finally here. For the first time since 1970, two 100-win teams will meet in the Fall Classic. The offensive-minded AL champion Houston Astros will take on the pitching and defensive-minded NL champion Los Angeles Dodgers for a chance at baseball glory. Dominant Regular Seasons Both teams …
Read More »Mets Need New Manager, Hired Pitching Coach in Place
After placing second to last in the weak National League East, the Mets decided it was time for a change. Their record this year was lackluster at best. The Mets went 37-44 at home and ended with only 70 wins and 90 losses. In a fan base like New York, …
Read More »The Dodgers return to the World Series after 29 years
Game 1 between the Los Angeles Dodgers and the Houston Astros will be played in Dodger Stadium Tuesday at 8:09 p.m. How did they do it? The Dodgers are back to the World Series for the first time in 29 years. What is the difference between this year’s Dodger squad …
Read More »Astros will face the Dodgers at the World Series
The Houston Astros are now only four games from their first ever World Series championship. The Dodgers led the series with 104 victories but the Astros weren’t far behind with their 101 wins. The Dodgers have not won a World Series since 1988 and the Astros have never won in …
Read More »MLB Postseason: Dodgers are heading to the World Series
After defeating the Chicago Cubs on Thursday night and winning the pennant, the Los Angeles Dodgers will head to the World Series for the first time in 29 years. What started off as a typical postseason game, and the chance for another win at home for the Cubs, soon turned …
Read More »MLB Playoffs: Cubs Stay Alive, Yankees Take Control
Two championship series were featured Wednesday night. In the American League, the New York Yankees utilized the momentum they’ve built at home to blank the Houston Astros by a score of 5-0. In the National League, the Chicago Cubs staved off elimination via a 3-2 victory over the Los Angeles …
Read More »Keuchel and Tanaka Face Off Again in ALCS Game 5
Postseason baseball is in full swing. The ALCS will continue tonight as the Yankees host the Astros for Game 5. The ALCS is tied 2-2 Games 1 and 2 The ALCS was off to a good start for the Astros, who defeated the Yankees in the first two games. …
Read More »Dodgers Take Commanding 3-0 Lead in NLCS
The Los Angeles Dodgers clicked on all cylinders once again in Game 3, and kept their perfect playoff run alive. The most recent hero to step up for L.A. was centerfielder Chris Taylor. Tuesday against the Cubs, Taylor hit a solo homer and an RBI triple off starter Kyle Hendricks. This …
Read More »Cubs Host Dodgers in Game 3 of the NCLS
The National League Championship Series moves to Wrigley Field in Chicago tonight for game 3 of the match up between the Cubs and the Los Angeles Dodgers. The Dodgers took care of business at home and now lead the series 2-0. On the other hand, the Cubs look to get …
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