With the Braves, Giants and Padres still in the hunt for a NL playoff spot, here’s the scenario that would create a Game 163 and possibly a Game 164 tie breaker game.
MLB
Derek Lowe’s hot streak has Braves back in hunt
Posted on September 30 2010 by Brett Kettyle.
Atlanta Braves starter Derek Lowe is dominating in September and his hot streak has Braves back into playoff picture.
MLB managers entering revolving door
Posted on September 29 2010 by Chris Lardieri.
The 2010 MLB season ends this weekend, with the AL East, AL Wild Card, NL West and NL Wild Card spots still up in the air. But for many other teams, this off-season could potentially be as interesting as the playoff races.
Roy Oswalt on fire, Phillies pull away
Posted on September 26 2010 by Brett Kettyle.
Since becoming part of the Phillies ‘Big 3’ pitching staff, Oswalt (7-1) has silenced his critics and helped the Phillies overtake the Braves to regain the NL East lead.
Zambrano back with a vengeance
Posted on September 23 2010 by Miriam Romain.
Carlos Zambrano appears to be back. Not with his Tasmanian Devil antics but with his ability to dominate from the mound.
Rockies’ “Rocktober” push led by Tulowitski
Posted on September 20 2010 by Brett Kettyle.
Matt Holliday, Brad Hawpe and Garret Atkins led the way back in 2007 when the Colorado Rockies made an improbable late-season run to the playoffs and coined the phrase “Rocktober.”
Torre departing, Mattingly stepping in
Posted on September 18 2010 by Chris Lardieri.
This was Torre’s final year of a three-year contract. This tumultuous season included a slashed payroll, turmoil stemming from the divorce of team owners Frank and . . . (Read More)
Twins make statement with sweep in Chicago
Posted on September 17 2010 by Brett Kettyle.
If you’re a fan of the White Sox, you can stick a fork in your team after the three-game sweep at home against division rival Minnesota Twins.
Jeter gets Oscar for HBP performance
Posted on September 16 2010 by Paula Duffy.
Derek Jeter playing baseball the way it is supposed to be played, including all the little cheats that are traditional.
Yankees, Rays in tight AL pennant race
Posted on September 15 2010 by Brett Kettyle.
The two teams are currently in the midst of a three game set in Tampa Bay and will play each other four times in New York next week.