Aaron Nola to Start Game 3 of NLDS Against Dodgers

Philadelphia Phillies right-hander Aaron Nola will start Game 3 of the National League Division Series on Wednesday in Los Angeles against the Dodgers, according to manager Rob Thomson. Left-hander Ranger Suarez is in line to pitch behind Nola out of the bullpen, according to Matt Gelb of The Athletic. Nola will be tasked with trying […]

Josh Naylor Starting for Mariners in Game 3 of ALDS

Seattle Mariners first baseman Josh Naylor (personal) is starting at first base and hitting fifth on Tuesday for Game 3 of the American League Division Series at Comerica Park against right-hander Jack Flaherty. It was unclear if Naylor would be available for Game 3 of the ALDS after he did not travel with the team […]

Jackson Chourio in Starting Lineup for NLDS Game 2

Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Jackson Chourio (hamstring) is starting in left field and leading off in Game 2 of the National League Division Series against the Chicago Cubs and left-hander Shota Imanaga. Chourio left Game 1 due to hamstring tightness and underwent an MRI that produced inconclusive results. However, it appears the injury is not serious […]

Justin Turner Leading Off Against Lefty in NLDS Game 2

Chicago Cubs infielder/designated hitter Justin Turner is leading off and playing first base in Game 2 of the National League Division Series against Milwaukee Brewers left-hander Aaron Ashby. Turner replaces left-handed hitting Michael Busch at first base, who homered in Game 1 but struggles against same-handed pitching. Turner slashed .276/.330/.429 with three home runs in […]

Max Muncy Taking a Seat Against Southpaw in Game 2 of NLDS

Los Angeles Dodgers third baseman Max Muncy will start Game 2 of the National League Division Series against the Philadelphia Phillies at Citizens Bank Park on Monday on the bench with left-hander Jesus Luzardo on the mound for the Phils. Veteran Miguel Rojas will start at third base and will bat seventh versus Luzardo. Muncy […]

Will Smith Still Not Starting in Game 2 of NLDS

Los Angeles Dodgers catcher Will Smith (hand) remains out of the starting lineup for Game 2 of the National League Division Series on Monday against the Philadelphia Phillies at Citizens Bank Park as the Dodgers go for a commanding 2-0 lead in the best-of-five series. Ben Rortvedt will make another start behind the plate and […]

Cade Horton to Throw Off a Mound This Week

Chicago Cubs rookie right-hander Cade Horton (rib), who has been sidelined with a fractured right rib, is scheduled to throw off a mound this week at Wrigley Field, according to Patrick Mooney of The Athletic. It will help the Cubs determine whether Horton might be available if the Cubs advance past the division-rival Milwaukee Brewers […]

Shohei Ohtani Would Start a Potential Game 5 of NLDS

Los Angeles Dodgers two-way superstar Shohei Ohtani would start a potential Game 5 of the National League Division Series against the Philadelphia Phillies if the series goes that long, according to manager Dave Roberts. Ohtani pitching in relief for the rest of this series is "not on our radar," Roberts added. Despite allowing three earned […]

Harrison Bader Not in Lineup for Game 2 of NLDS on Monday

Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Harrison Bader (groin) is not in the starting lineup for Game 2 of the National League Division Series on Monday against the visiting Los Angeles Dodgers at Citizens Bank Park. Left-groin tightness was the reason Bader was pulled from the Game 1 loss to L.A. on Saturday. The 31-year-old veteran will not […]

Jackson Chourio's MRI Results Come Back Inconclusive

Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Jackson Chourio (hamstring) underwent an MRI after making an early exit during Saturday's Game 1 of the NLDS versus the Chicago Cubs. Chourio was pulled out after suffering hamstring tightness while running out a ball in the second inning. He underwent an MRI over the weekend, but the results were inconclusive. That's […]

Tyler Glasnow Expected to Start Game 4 Against Phillies

Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Tyler Glasnow is currently in line to start Game 4 of the NLDS against the Philadelphia Phillies. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts confirmed Glasnow will start this game, assuming it's needed. It's worth noting that Glasnow threw 34 pitches in relief of Shohei Ohtani during Saturday's win. That is a fairly […]

Logan Gilbert to Start Game 3 of ALDS Against Tigers

Seattle Mariners starting pitcher Logan Gilbert will take the mound for Tuesday's Game 3 of the ALDS versus the Detroit Tigers. The Mariners dropped the opener and will play Game 2 of the series Sunday night. Another loss for Seattle would make Tuesday a win or go home contest. Gilbert finished the regular season on […]

Blake Snell Named Game 2 Starter

Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Blake Snell has been named the starting pitcher for Monday's Game 2 of the NLDS against the Philadelphia Phillies. Snell tossed seven innings, allowing two runs while striking out nine batters during the Wild-Card round on Tuesday. The assumption is that Clayton Kershaw will follow Snell out of the bullpen. […]

Aaron Ashby to Open Game 2 Against Cubs

Milwaukee Brewers left-handed reliever Aaron Ashby will open Game 2 of the NLDS against the Chicago Cubs on Monday, manager Pat Murphy announced. Ashby logged a stingy 2.16 ERA with a 1.17 WHIP, 76 strikeouts, and 24 walks over 43 appearances and 66 2/3 innings during the regular season. The 27-year-old didn't go past the […]

Shota Imanaga to Start Game 2 Against Brewers

Chicago Cubs left-hander Shota Imanaga will start Game 2 of the NLDS against the Milwaukee Brewers on Monday, manager Craig Counsell announced. After falling 9-3 in Game 1 on Saturday, the Cubs will turn to Imanaga as they try to even up the series against their division rivals. Imanaga made 25 starts during the regular […]

Torii Hunter a Managerial Candidate for Angels

Longtime major-league outfielder Torii Hunter is expected to be a candidate to take over as the Angels' next manager, according to Jeff Fletcher of the Orange County Register. He joins legendary slugger and former Angel Albert Pujols among the early possibilities to succeed the departed Ron Washington. The 50-year-old Hunter enjoyed a decorated career across […]

Harrison Bader Could Play in Game 2 of NLDS

Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Harrison Bader (groin) left a 5-3 loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers in Game 1 of the NLDS on Saturday with groin tightness. After Bader underwent an MRI, manager Rob Thomson told reporters that he did not suffer a tear or a strain. As a result, depending on how Bader responds to […]

Nathan Lukes Not in Lineup on Sunday for Game 2 of ALDS

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Nathan Lukes isn't part of the starting nine for Game 2 of the ALDS against the New York Yankees on Sunday. The lefty-swinging Lukes will sit with southpaw Max Fried on the mound, leaving right field to No. 9 hitter Myles Straw. Lukes helped lead the Blue Jays to a 10-1 […]

Anthony Santander Sitting on Sunday

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Anthony Santander will sit for Game 2 of the ALDS on Sunday against New York Yankees left-hander Max Fried. Santander started in left field in a 10-1 win on Saturday and went 1-for-3, but Davis Schneider will take his place and bat second as the Jays attempt to take a commanding […]

Addison Barger Out of Lineup for Game 2 of ALDS

Toronto Blue Jays third baseman/outfielder Addison Barger isn't in the starting lineup for Game 2 of the ALDS against the New York Yankees on Sunday. The lefty-swinging Barger, who went 1-for-4 in a 10-1 rout on Saturday, will take a seat with southpaw Max Fried on the mound. Ernie Clement will cover third base and […]

Luis Castillo to Start Game 2

Seattle Mariners starting pitcher Luis Castillo will draw the start for Sunday's Game 2 of the ALDS against the Detroit Tigers. The Mariners are in need of a big win here after dropping the opener. It won't be easy versus left-hander Tarik Skubal, but Castillo has looked solid lately. Castillo posted a 2.45 ERA in […]

Harrison Bader Exits Game 1 with Groin Injury

Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Harrison Bader (groin) was forced to make an early exit from Saturday's Game 1 against the Los Angeles Dodgers. Bader was pulled out for Nick Castellanos in the seventh inning for what was believed to be a hamstring injury. Now, the Phillies are saying Bader exited the contest due to groin tightness. […]

Shane Bieber Named Game 3 Starter

Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Shane Bieber will take the mound for Game 3 of the ALDS against the New York Yankees. The Jays will go with rookie right-hander Trey Yesavage during Sunday's game. After that, Bieber will get the mound in what could potentially be a series-clinching contest. Bieber didn't make his season debut […]

Trey Yesavage Starting Game 2 on Sunday

Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Trey Yesavage has been named the Game 2 starter for Sunday's ALDS matchup against the New York Yankees. The right-hander will be making his postseason debut here. He only made three starts during the regular season, but will be trusted with getting some big outs this weekend. His most recent […]

Jesus Luzardo Named Game 2 Starter

Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Jesus Luzardo has been named the starting pitcher for Game 2 of the NLDS. After a 5-3 loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers on Saturday, the Phillies will need Luzardo to get them a big win on Monday. This season, Luzardo registered a 3.92 ERA, 1.22 WHIP, and a 216/57 K/BB […]

Colt Keith Returning for Game 1

Detroit Tigers infielder Colt Keith (ribs) is in the starting lineup ahead of Saturday's Game 1 of the ALDS versus the Seattle Mariners. Keith has been sidelined since the middle of September due to right ribcage inflammation. He ended up being forced to miss the Wild-Card round due to this issue. Keith is back and […]

Victor Robles Playing in Game 1

Seattle Mariners outfielder Victor Robles (shoulder) is in the starting lineup ahead of Saturday's Game 1 of the ALDS versus the Detroit Tigers. Robles missed the final three games of the regular season due to a shoulder injury. However, the Mariners had a first-round bye, so that appears to have been enough time for Robles […]

Josh Naylor Available on Saturday

Seattle Mariners first baseman Josh Naylor (personal) is in the starting lineup for Saturday's Game 1 of the ALDS against the Detroit Tigers. Naylor missed the final two games of the regular season due to groin soreness. However, that's not the reason why Naylor could miss time during this series. Naylor could end up on […]

Jackson Chourio Exits With Hamstring Injury in Game 1 of NLDS

Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Jackson Chourio (hamstring) was forced to make an early exit from Saturday's Game 1 of the NLDS versus the Chicago Cubs. Chourio was pulled out of the contest after running out an infield single in the second inning. The 21-year-old was removed from the game for precautionary reasons due to hamstring tightness. […]

Mark Leiter Jr. Left Off Yankees ALDS Roster

The New York Yankees made just one change to their roster between the Wild Card Round and the team's American League Division Series matchup against the Toronto Blue Jays. Veteran right-hander Mark Leiter Jr. has been left off the roster in favor of starting pitcher Luis Gil, who will get the ball in Game 1. […]