Elite starting pitching is always a scarce resource. As the free agent market heats up and trade rumors swirl, all types of teams are on the hunt for more arms. From a World Series team to Wild Card hopefuls, three contenders need an improved rotation to compete in 2024. Three Teams That Need Improved Starting
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The Texas Rangers are World Series champions. The final score line of 4-1 was a convincing win for Texas, but that almost diminishes the elegant drama of this October. From the immortal highlight moments to the tense pitching matchups, the World Series was a perfect finish to the season. Three Notes From the World Series The Stars
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The Arizona Diamondbacks and Texas Rangers have already put together quite the dramatic showing in the World Series. With the matchup tied 1-1, we’ve seen an 11th-inning walkoff for the Rangers and an explosive win for the Diamondbacks. Here are several key storylines to watch as the World Series continues. World Series Notes Heading Into
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The Arizona Diamondbacks were, understandably, major underdogs entering this postseason. They struggled to a 32-39 record in the second half of the regular season with a slumping offense and pitching staff. However, if you used your imagination with just a little of that postseason magic…The Diamondbacks beat some of the best teams in baseball as
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In thrilling fashion, the Texas Rangers defeated the Houston Astros in Game 7 to secure their ticket to the World Series. Through parts of this season, the Rangers looked dominant. By the end, they were struggling to put together wins. It did not matter once the playoffs started as they cruised through the first two
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In stunning fashion, the Arizona Diamondbacks powered their way to a Championship Series. The Houston Astros are one step closer to yet another World Series appearance. Here are some key players and notes from the wonderful story that is playoff baseball. Five Takeaways from the Diamondbacks’ Sweep and More Playoff Notes Diamondbacks Dominate the Dodgers
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The Arizona Diamondbacks are cruising, the Atlanta Braves stole a necessary win, and the playoffs are just heating up. Here are some notes on what has already been a memorable October. Checkmate, Diamondbacks? Braves Bounce Back, and More Notes Diamondbacks in Command Arizona looked like an unconvincing Wild Card team at the start of the
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October baseball is always one of the most thrilling and nerve-wracking times of the year. The Division Series is underway with plenty of drama, standout players, and lessons to learn for the rest of the playoffs. With each team playing to kick off the Division Series, here is one takeaway from each matchup. 4 Takeaways
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Four teams are one step closer to October glory. Four teams are already heading home. After each Wild Card series ended in a sweep, we can gather some conclusions about these teams. There’s nothing like playoff baseball and it’s just getting started. Five Notes from the Wild Card Round Twins’ Historic Victory The Minnesota Twins
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The road to the World Series just got much tougher for the Tampa Bay Rays. An ugly defensive showing leaves the Rays already on the brink of elimination. Meanwhile, the Texas Rangers received encouraging performances from a handful of players, including a seven-inning gem from Jordan Montgomery. Here are some key notes from Texas’ 4-0
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