Tag: mlb playoffs

Freddie Freeman returned to Atlanta for a tense postseason matchup and answered boos from Braves fans with a decisive solo home run. The former Atlanta star helped the Los Angeles Dodgers win Game 3 before they eliminated the Braves in Game 4, adding another memorable chapter to his October career.

Sonny Gray’s future is uncertain after the Boston Red Sox were eliminated by the New York Yankees. The veteran pitcher finished a standout 2026 season with an 18-5 record and 2.72 ERA, but retirement is now under consideration following Boston’s 9-2 playoff loss and an emotional end to his season.

Red Sox manager Chad Tracy is facing criticism after his fifth-inning pitching change backfired against the Yankees. Rookie Payton Tolle had allowed one run before Tracy replaced him with Erik Miller, who surrendered a solo homer to Ben Rice. Boston’s 9-0 loss intensified questions about the decision.

Josue De Paula made the Dodgers’ NLDS roster after an impressive brief major league stint, giving Los Angeles a young left-handed bench bat with strong plate discipline for October.

MLB's playoff picture comes into focus as the season winds down The 2026 MLB regular season ends Sunday, September 27, with the AL Central, AL...