Major League Baseball’s expansion of its playoff field has enhanced league parity and increased profitability, but it has also diminished the excitement of September playoff races. As the season enters its final month, most playoff positions appear settled, particularly in the American League with teams like the Blue Jays and Yankees likely to qualify, while the National League sees the Dodgers and Brewers leading their divisions.
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Trey Yesavage made history in Game 5 of the World Series by striking out 12 Los Angeles Dodgers batters, setting a rookie record for strikeouts in a World Series game and surpassing the previous mark held by Don Newcombe since 1949. This performance also marked Yesavage's second playoff start with double-digit strikeouts, as he established a new single-postseason rookie record with 34 total strikeouts. Want More Context? 🔎
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The Minnesota Twins are set to hire Derek Shelton as their new manager, returning to the organization after serving as bench coach from 2018-19. Despite a challenging tenure with the Pittsburgh Pirates, where he faced multiple losing seasons, Shelton's familiarity with the Twins' front office likely contributed to his selection; an official announcement is expected next week. Want More Context? 🔎
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After another losing season, the Angels are targeting upgrades at center field and third base for 2026, with Yoan Moncada's impending free agency creating a vacancy at third. In the outfield, they face a dilemma between trading either Jo Adell, who had a breakout year but defensive struggles, or Taylor Ward, a consistent performer with one year left before free agency, as they seek a true center fielder. Want More Context? 🔎
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