The 2025 MLB playoffs are about to begin, and unfortunately, for the first time in many years, the Houston Astros are not playing a direct part. The Astros only … [Read more...] about 9 most surprising former Astros players in the 2025 postseason
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Seiya Suzuki’s home run helps the Chicago Cubs to Game 1 win over the San Diego Padres
Seiya Suzuki watched the playoffs on TV after each of his first three years in the majors. He gets to play this time around, and he is determined to make the most of the opportunity. Suzuki hit a crucial home run to help the Chicago Cubs to a 3-1 victory over the San Diego Padres in Game 1 of their NL Wild Card Series. The usually reserved Suzuki pumped his right arm and yelled … [Read more...] about Seiya Suzuki’s home run helps the Chicago Cubs to Game 1 win over the San Diego Padres
Chaim Bloom takes over as president of baseball operations for the St. Louis Cardinals
Chaim Bloom says the St. Louis Cardinals will be sticking to their roots to get back to October baseball. Bloom has been in line since last year to become the organization’s president of baseball operations. He spoke to the media Tuesday as he takes over a team that finished the season 78-84, fourth in the NL Central and missing the playoffs for a third consecutive season. … [Read more...] about Chaim Bloom takes over as president of baseball operations for the St. Louis Cardinals
MLB spending disparity on display in playoffs as $509 million Dodgers take on $121 million Reds
Baseball's economic disparity is evident in the playoffs. The Los Angeles Dodgers have committed over $500 million in salaries and luxury tax this season. They face the Cincinnati Reds, who have a $121 million payroll. Six of the 12 postseason teams have payrolls of $200 million or more. The Dodgers lead with a $341.5 million payroll and nearly $168 million in luxury tax. The … [Read more...] about MLB spending disparity on display in playoffs as $509 million Dodgers take on $121 million Reds
Stearns takes blame for Mets collapse and says Mendoza will return as manager
Carlos Mendoza will return as manager of the New York Mets next season, after his high-priced team faded badly in the second half this year and missed the playoffs. At a news conference Monday to discuss the collapse, President of Baseball Operations David Stearns took responsibility and said Mendoza is definitely coming back. Anything else would have been a surprise, … [Read more...] about Stearns takes blame for Mets collapse and says Mendoza will return as manager