With a little more than a week remaining before they begin the National League Division Series vs. a yet-to-be known opponent, the Reds are making evaluations and holding discussions regarding the postseason roster.
Baker not yet managing, but staying involved
While he is not yet in the dugout during Reds games, or meeting with the media, manager Dusty Baker is staying busy working behind the scenes.
Rays power past Sox for seventh straight win
Carlos Pena and Ben Francisco belted homers in a pivotal fifth inning and right-hander Alex Cobb struck out five to help power the Rays to a 4-2 win over the Red Sox on Wednesday night.
Hefner brilliant on Wright’s historic night
David Wright passed Ed Kranepool to become the Mets’ all-time hits leader and Jeremy Hefner pitched seven shutout innings to lead the Mets to a 6-0 win against the Pirates on Wednesday.
Postseason hopes end with loss to Mets
Left-hander Jeff Locke allowed five runs in 3 2/3 innings as the Pirates lost to the Mets, 6-0, on Wednesday, officially ending Pittsburgh’s postseason hopes.
Astros continue search for new manager
As the Astros continue to discuss the candidates they’ve interviewed for manager, general manager Jeff Luhnow said the goal is to find a manager for the long haul.
Astros win home finale as National League team
The Astros finished off 51 seasons of National League baseball in Houston with a 2-0 victory over the Cardinals at Minute Maid Park.
Jeter’s hit streak ends at 19 games
Derek Jeter’s season-long hit streak came to an end at 19 games on Wednesday. Jeter went 0-for-4 with a walk and strikeout in New York’s 8-2 win over the Twins at Target Field.
Cards’ magic number still four after loss to Astros
Long-time nemesis Bud Norris spoiled the Cardinals’ shot at a sweep by outdueling Chris Carpenter in the final game played at Minute Maid Park this season. Carpenter’s fourth-inning hiccup stood as the margin of error in St. Louis’ 2-0 loss to the Astros on Wednesday.
Kemp’s big game pulls LA closer to Wild Card
With time running out, the Dodgers put on a rare display of what was supposed to be in an 8-2 win over the Padres on Wednesday to snap a three-game losing streak.
Stayin’ alive: Brewers erupt to gain ground
Brewers manager Ron Roenicke was already declaring 2012 a success before an 8-1 win over the Reds on Wednesday night — a victory the Brewers badly needed to keep alive their scant hope of returning to the postseason.
Reds take step back in race for No. 1 seed
For the majority of the season, Bronson Arroyo has gotten the short end of the stick when it comes to run support. Wednesday was no different as the Reds managed to squeeze only one run across for Arroyo in an 8-1 loss to the Brewers at Great American Ball Park.
Tigers top Royals, stand alone atop AL Central
The game-winning RBI in the Tigers’ 5-4 win will be credited to Jhonny Peralta, on his eighth-inning groundout that scored Don Kelly. The takedown that put the Tigers alone in first place, however, belongs to Andy Dirks.
Verlander quietly making his case for Cy
Lost in all the buzz about Miguel Cabrera’s Triple Crown and MVP chances is that Justin Verlander has a realistic shot at repeating as AL Cy Young Award winner.
Bats back CC as Yanks edge closer to division title
New York erupted for six runs in the third inning, backing up eight strong innings from CC Sabathia to secure an 8-2 series-clinching victory over Minnesota in front of 33,251 at Target Field.
Hughes, Holt talk records and homers at Fan Cave
Jared Hughes and Brock Holt stopped by the MLB Fan Cave before Wednesday’s game against the Mets, and the Bucs explored the area while discussing their young careers and surprising team.
Smoak credits late push to fixing swing flaw
Justin Smoak has found the kink in his swing, leading to a late-season surge. The Mariners first baseman just wishes he had figured it all out sooner.