Trade for Padres’ Jackson Merrill

Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts disclosed that infielder Miguel Rojas was poised to pitch in the 19th inning of Game 3 of the World Series if starter Yoshinobu Yamamoto was unavailable after his complete game Saturday. The game, which lasted 6 hours and 39 minutes, was the second-longest in World Series history, with the Dodgers leading the series 2-1. Want More Context? 🔎

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? 🔎

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? 🔎