October 12, 2022

1. Yesterday’s NLDS and ALDS results, if you missed them

And the schedule for tonight, with two (inexplicable) scheduled off-days for the American Leagues series.

2. Highlights from the Phillies vs. Braves game

Yesterday’s newsletter had most of the highlight videos, but here’s how the game ended — suddenly, in the ninth inning, suspense:

And then, a brilliant catch by Nick Castellanos to keep the Game 1 win alive and well for the Phillies:

3. Highlights from the Guardians vs. Yankees game

The most lopsided series of the four (at least in theory), and in Game 1 the Goliath won it easily.

4. Highlights from the Padres vs. Dodgers game

An early 5–0 lead for the Dodgers with Julio Urias on the mound, and then the Padres made it a bit interesting late, but to no avail.

5. The quote of the day: David Ortiz

Not a fun day for Padres fans.

6. Tonight’s game might be a highlight of the postseason

Essentially a must-win for San Diego, against Clayton Kershaw.

7. Various news from around the league

8. The subtle baseball detail that makes you smile of the day

9. The stat of the day: Julio Rodriguez

He’s good.

10. MLB makes an big new sponsorship deal

The world in 2022:

CBD, gambling, “crypto” currency.

11. Lost and not yet found: An infield shifting cheat sheet

12. And lastly, Randy Johnson is a professional NFL photographer

Not too late to switch to MLB photography and sneak in for a few innings every season.