The New York Yankees are struggling this postseason, facing elimination with a 0-2 deficit against the Toronto Blue Jays, largely due to poor hitting and pitching, not the performance of Aaron Judge, who has a .524 on-base percentage and an OPS of 1.026. Blame directed at Judge overlooks the team’s overall shortcomings, as only a few hitters are performing adequately, and the team’s pitching staff has the second-worst ERA in the playoffs.
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Game 3 of the World Series between the Toronto Blue Jays and Los Angeles Dodgers set a record for the longest game, lasting 18 innings before Freddie Freeman's walk-off home run secured a 6-5 victory for the Dodgers. Shohei Ohtani made history by reaching base nine times and achieving four extra-base hits, prompting ESPN's Jeff Passan to praise him as potentially the most talented player in baseball history. Want More Context? 🔎
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As the Cardinals enter a rebuilding phase, Brendan Donovan's future with the team is uncertain, despite having two years of arbitration control left. His versatility, solid offensive stats, and Gold Glove defense make him an attractive trade candidate for various teams, although his injury history and left-handed hitting may limit his market appeal. Want More Context? 🔎
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High praise from Dodgers legend Sandy Koufax followed pitcher Will Klein’s pivotal performance in a 6-5 Game 3 World Series victory over the Toronto Blue Jays, where he threw four scoreless innings. Klein, who had limited experience prior to 2025 and joined the Dodgers amid injuries to the bullpen, made 14 appearances that season with a strong 2.35 ERA. Want More Context? 🔎
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