Nov. 1, 2009
Oct. 26, 2009
Oct. 25, 2009
| • Clinch lets Posada forget tough night | • Joba plays critical role in clincher |
| • Old hands, new faces celebrate Series berth | • Angels' title hopes come to end in ALCS |
| • Yanks rediscover path to pennant | • Yankees undaunted on road to Series |
| • Girardi comfortable with his moves | • Fans revel in return trip to Fall Classic |
| • Entering in eighth, Mariano rewards faith | • CC's two ALCS gems net MVP honors |
| • Disappointed Angels move on | • Stars 'n' Pinstripes: Yanks earn AL flag |
| • Angels fall at precipice of pinnacle | • American, Top 40: Title extends NYY mark |
| • Just dandy: Pettitte delivers AL pennant | • Hits quit coming for Angels in ALCS |
| • Yanks get better of Saunders in rematch | • A-Rod's playoff transformation continues |
| • With '09 in books, Halos look to future | • Poor D squashes Halos' rally hopes |
| • Vlad's gaffe latest of playoff blunders | • Figgins staying with what works for him |
| • Mathis' hot bat earns him Game 6 start | • Ibanez downplays small muscle tear |
| • If ALCS goes seven, Phils could hold edge | • Phils carry experience of 2008 title run |
| • Original Game 6 plan not altered |
Oct. 24, 2009
| • Who will handle changes best in ALCS? | • Game 6 of ALCS postponed until today |
| • Yankees feeling sunny after trip home | • Angels are always up for road trip |
| • Postponing Game 6 a good call by MLB | • Bauman: CC should start Game 6 |
| • Mo supporting embattled Hughes | • Rain unlikely to affect Yanks greatly |
| • Angels not letting rain stall momentum | • Extra rest nothing new for Pettitte |
| • Pettitte eyes another playoff record | • Rain-induced rest likely benefits both teams |
| • FAQs on the suspended Game 6 | • Disappointed fans cope with ALCS rainout |
| • Saunders won't be deterred a day later | • Rainout may clear way for Lackey |
| • Yanks not shaking over bridge to Mo | • Girardi sticks with Swisher for Game 6 |
| • Rain forecast, but gates open for Game 6 | • Slumping Swisher in lineup for Game 6 |
| • Myers a possibility for World Series roster |
Oct. 23, 2009
| • Elite teams not settling for second best | • Halos face big task in Bronx this weekend |
| • Fuentes a quiet craftsman on the mound | • Game 6 plans for Pettitte clear; weather isn't |
| • Angels ready for round 6 of tight tussle | • ALCS Game 5 sets playoffs ratings mark |
| • Series opponent doesn't matter to Phils | • Halos feel momentum favors them |
| • Weaver steps up in rare relief outing | • Angels Short Hops: Game 5 |
Oct. 22, 2009
| • A-Rod's RBI streak ends | • Umpire's call on Damon draws attention |
| • Q&A with Nick Swisher | • Fuentes saves best for last in Game 5 |
| • Rally has Halos riding high into Bronx | • Angels need spark from Figgins, Abreu |
| • Breakdown: Seventh inning of ALCS Game 5 | • Yanks' quartet good after all these years |
| • Hunter catches Burnett napping with steal | • Girardi's Game 5 pitching moves backfire |
| • Two key twists not to Lackey's liking | • Escape to New York: Angels win Game 5 |
| • Halos' bats finally break out vs. Yanks | • Moves don't cost Halos in end |
| • Yanks' pivotal inning No. 7: Heaven, then 'L' | • Chess Match: Timing relief proves difficult |
| • Yankees Short Hops: Game 5 | • Phillies Short Hops: Game 5 |
| • Phillies like chances against either AL foe | • Manuel proclaims: 'We're gonna get it' |
| • Lee in line to start World Series opener | • Burnett-Molina battery intact for Game 5 |
| • Scioscia comfortable with familiar order |
Oct. 21, 2009
| • Rollins, Victorino fine after plunkings | • Phils riding unprecedented run of success |
| • Current squad is best in Phillies history | • Scuffling Phillies join NLCS hit parade |
| • Phillies get some much-needed relief | • Managers show mutual respect |
| • Dodgers' nucleus will be back in 2010 | • Offensive might pushed Phils past Dodgers |
| • Utley, Phils take bats to record book | • Expectations remain high for McCourt |
| • Werthy of repeat: Philly swaggers into WS | • Dodgers tip cap to NL champions |
| • Repeat celebration equally sweet for Phils | • Torre reiterates plans to return in 2010 |
| • Dodgers' run ends in Game 5 of NLCS | • Phillies' NLCS MVP winners |
| • Free baserunners costly to LA pitchers | • Guillen to work Series as analyst for FOX |
| • Chess Match: Everybody available | • Howard's end: Slugger NLCS MVP |
| • Madson happy to claim eighth inning | • Torre gets earful at Springsteen show |
| • Halos staying positive despite deficit | • Finish line in sight, Yankees aim for WS |
| • Angels must figure out way to stop A-Rod | • Melky's big night a good sign for Yanks |
| • Halos, Yanks both confident for Game 5 | • Streaky Damon back in a groove |
| • Mathis brings QB skills to receiver job | • Angels place fate in hands of Lackey |
| • Night-and-Day Rod: '09 Alex at his best | • Payoff for Yanks? Playoff success |
| • Burnett staying cool with shot at Series | • Fall classics available at MLB.com Shop |
| • Jeter says he's fine despite cough | • Workout Day interview with Joe Girardi |
Oct. 20, 2009
| • Down 3-1, LA clubs face tough Game 5s | • Relaxed Sabathia mows down Halos |
| • Behind CC, Yanks a win from pennant | • Umpires shaky on several Game 4 calls |
| • Posada loses track of outs against Halos | • Dominance not always about perfection |
| • Angels' bullpen derailed in Game 4 | • Stagnant Halos bats meet irresistible force |
| • With no support, Kazmir can't help himself | • Rivera cleared in spitting incident |
| • Girardi has no regrets after Game 3 | • Postseason TV ratings up from last year |
| • Teixeira's D helps make up for slump | • UConn tragedy hits home for Scioscia |
| • 'Chooch-tober' taking center stage in Philly | • Pedro in line to start possible Game 6 |
| • Torre won't hesitate to call on Broxton | • Posada rises in order against Kazmir |
| • Hero Mathis sits in favor of Napoli | • With season on line, LA turns to Padilla |
| • Task ahead hard for young LA core | • Manuel, Thome share 'Natural' bond |
| • Soap opera? Manny: Bring on hot water | • Phils confident Hamels can clinch NLCS |
| • Non-strike call benefits Howard, Phils | • World Series tickets on sale Wednesday |
| • Sarah's Take: Get the NLCS back to LA | • LA releases additional NLCS tickets |
Oct. 19, 2009
| • Phillies firm believers in comeback magic | • Bullpen gives Phillies chance to rally |
| • Fearless Phillies stage rally to remember | • Dodgers attempt to shake off heartbreaker |
| • Double dip: Two LCS walk-offs on same day | • Game 4 remains unkind to Broxton |
| • Rollins' walk-off has Phils win from Series | • Dodgers, Broxton stung by Phils in ninth |
| • Second base scene of critical plays | • Momentum shift in store for Game 4? |
| • Moves don't pan out for Girardi | • Halos' hurlers run gamut in gutsy Game 3 |
| • Comeback Kendrick: Infielder sparks rally | • Yanks, Halos combine for six homers |
| • Even at 39, Rivera has no equal | • CC on short rest -- which team will it favor? |
| • Vlad bests Pettitte to silence critics | • CC comfortable starting on short rest |
| • Girardi's late-game moves questioned | • Jeter, Tex combine on great play |
| • Yanks take first loss despite four homers | • Mathis' walk-off double closes ALCS gap |
| • As ignitor Figgins goes, so go Angels | • Thrilling 10th highlights ALCS Game 3 |
| • Angels prove they're a tough out | • Mathis delivers biggest hit of career |
| • Kazmir gets chance to prove worth | • Manuel keeps Werth in lineup's heart |
| • Loney confident LA taking good swings | • Vlad finds power to breathe life into Halos |
| • Vlad remains in cleanup role for Game 3 | • Posada returns to Yanks' ALCS lineup |
| • Lopsided defeats aren't always bad omens |
Oct. 18, 2009
| • Phillies display short memory | • Phillies eye chance for repeat Series trip |
| • Dodgers look to rebound, avoid big hole | • Runs hard to come by for Dodgers |
| • Postseason going brilliant-Lee for pitcher | • Kuroda, LA overwhelmed in Game 3 rout |
| • Howard's RBI streak sets playoff mark | • Kuroda makes no excuses for ugly loss |
| • Philly bats soar; Cliff too steep for LA | • Chess Match: Easy decisions in rout |
| • Wolf to put fond memories of Philly aside | • Dodgers' rotation is question mark |
| • Four sure? Blanton returns as starter | • A-Rod: From 'rock bottom' to rocking October |
| • Big games bring out the best in Pettitte | • Up 2-0 in ALCS, Yanks in good position |
| • Scioscia puts new face on fundamentals | • Good now, Yanks on threshold of great |
| • In CC they trust: Sabathia to start Game 4 | • Pitching in playoffs no small feat for Kuo |
| • Phillies would welcome a Rollins breakout | • Halos not making excuses for sloppy D |
| • Upbeat Moyer happy to rejoin Phillies | • Hunter saw A-Rod homer coming |
| • Torre mulling Game 5 starter options | • LCS viewership up 20 percent from 2008 |
| • Postseason Predictions: NLCS Game 3 |
Oct. 17, 2009
| • Closer struggles continue in LCS | • Jeter now third in postseason homers |
| • Neighborhood non-call the 'right call' | • Halos come to life in wild fifth frame |
| • Figgins' slump-buster almost game-winner | • Saunders rewards Scioscia's faith |
| • In RISP situations, Halos falling short | • Meant 2B: Yanks win Game 2 on error |
| • Heartbreaker puts Halos down 2-0 in ALCS | • Alex the late looks great; HR in 11th amazes |
| • A timeless classic on both sides | • Girardi pens victorious ending |
| • Cold temps to challenge Phils, Dodgers | • Phils' focus isn't on winning out at home |
| • Rain sure to be a factor for Game 2 | • Manuel expresses commitment to Lidge |
| • With home field, Phillies to rely on ace | • Thome returns to Philly as key LA cog |
| • Kuroda perseveres to get Game 3 nod | • Dodgers ready to weather Philly's chill |
| • Blanton tabbed to start Game 4 in Philly | • Postseason Predictions: ALCS Game 2 |
Oct. 16, 2009
| • Burnett ready for weight of Game 2 start | • Sizzle and chills in coast-to-coast feast |
| • A-Rod none the worse for wear after play | • Angels need Figgins to find his stroke |
| • Weather keeps balls inside Stadium | • CC's Yanks take what Angels give them |
| • Angels, Yanks ready with an eye on sky | • Damon's ALDS woes an afterthought |
| • Saunders ready after long break | • Lackey keeps Yanks close, gets little help |
| • Value of CC continues to pay off | • Fielding miscues cost Angels vs. Yanks |
| • Close call at first goes Yanks' way | • Utley's error opens door for LA |
| • Rally revives Dodgers, evens NLCS | • Dodgers having way with Phils' bullpen |
| • Dodgers decline option on Ohman | • Phillies' bullpen woes resurface in loss |
| • Padilla rises to occasion in Game 2 | • Phillies falter late, settle for split in LA |
| • Rare ruling cited in would-be double play | • Pedro masterful in return to big stage |
| • Utley at center of Phils' defensive struggles | • Hatcher enjoying his Halos batters' success |
| • Loney's postseason resume impresses | • Outlook good for mostly dry Game 1 |
| • Game 1 draws large TBS audience | • Teixeira out to take care of business |
| • Hamels sorry for show of frustration | • Yanks finalize ALCS roster with Guzman |
| • Rivera excused from Yankees workouts | • Fuentes atypical but successful as closer |
| • Strikeouts give Yankees an October edge | • Kendrick relishes ALCS shot at Yanks |
Oct. 15, 2009
| • Broxton heads up solid Dodgers bullpen | • Phillies relievers trump heralded LA 'pen |
| • Dodgers face uphill climb after L.A. loss | • Pedro to rely on adrenaline in Game 2 |
| • Torre's rotation decisions to be tested | • Mix-and-match relief working for Phillies |
| • Sherrill's rough inning costly for Dodgers | • Stakes high as Padilla faces old team |
| • Phillies' power capitalizes on free passes | • Homers give Phils Game 1, home field |
| • Dodgers can't recover from Phils' homers | • Kershaw unravels quickly in Game 1 loss |
| • Phillies Short Hops: Game 1 | • Chess Match: Tough choices |
| • Dodgers Short Hops: Game 1 | • Phillies omit Myers, but may re-sign him |
| • On field and at home, A-Rod is happy | • ALCS predicted to be long, hard fight |
| • Molina has insider's view of opponents | • ALCS meant to be Yankees-Angels |
| • Familiar foe adds excitement for Hunter | • For Yankees, home is where the start is |
| • Jeter inspires family of hospitalized boy | • For five Yankees, ALCS a happy return |
| • Step by step, CC ready for Angels | • Yanks opt for Guzman's speed over Hinske |
Oct. 14, 2009
| • Media weighs in with NLCS predictions | • Phillies, Dodgers set for another clash |
| • Stars key postseason success | • Stairs' shot continues to reverberate |
| • Same teams, but who's better now? | • Hamels rides emotional waves into Game 1 |
| • Postseason reputation precedes Torre | • Many variables as Yanks face Halos |
| • LA goes with hot hand to open NLCS | • Division Series packed with late action |
| • Halos add power to formidable repertoire | • Yanks rotation far from set in stone |
| • LCS clubs sparked by their leadoff men | • Road to LCS different for four finalists |
| • Torre weighing tough decisions on rotation | • Angels split lefties in setting rotation |
| • Let's get ready to rumble | • Furcal firing at peak performance |
| • Jeter not fazed by new role in 2009 | • Angels look to Figgins to get them going |
| • Resurgent Rollins catalyst atop lineup |
Oct. 13, 2009
| • Abreu's impact on Halos' lineup a hit | • Torre reiterates plans to retire after 2010 |
| • Angels' ALCS rotation up in the air | • Blake helps Dodgers resolve tensions |
| • Kuroda may be back in NLCS mix | • NLCS redux: Dodgers get second chance |
| • If Park returns, NLCS roster in question | • Options abound for Dodgers' rotation |
| • LA feels better equipped for this NLCS | • TBS hits a home run with baseball coverage |
| • Girardi mulling over three-man rotation | • Lackey to take ball in Game 1 of ALCS |
| • Past is inconsequential to Sabathia | • First Freeway World Series possible |
Oct. 12, 2009
| • Familiar foes among MLB's final four | • Hamels lined up to start NLCS Game 1 |
| • ALCS foes to lead with their aces | • Stout pitching snaps Yanks' ALDS hex |
| • Stoic and steady, Mo focused on task | • Steinbrenner: 'Focus remains the same' |
| • Yankees fans in a NY state of mind | • ALCS truly features league's top clubs |
| • Angels enjoying a season of comebacks |
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