MLB Stretch Run Is All About Starting Pitching

That current lull in all but one MLB division-title chase is merely the long, slow inhale for an approaching windstorm of chaos that is set to start just as October arrives. Five of the six MLB division leaders have at least a four-game lead heading into play Saturday, leaving the regular season down to a…

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After battling through tough stretch, Cards take on Mariners

Sep 4, 2024; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; St. Louis Cardinals pinch hitter Luken Baker (26) high fives first base coach Stubby Clapp (82) after driving in a run during the tenth inning against the Milwaukee Brewers at American Family Field. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images The St. Louis Cardinals fought hard during a difficult schedule stretch…

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Yankees visit Rangers as they begin stretch run

Sep 1, 2024; Bronx, New York, USA; New York Yankees right fielder Juan Soto (22) tosses his helmet after flying out to end the sixth inning against the St. Louis Cardinals at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-USA TODAY Sports One day into the final month of the season, the New York Yankees find themselves…

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Cardinals take on Dodgers to begin daunting stretch

Aug 15, 2024; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (17) hits a single as Milwaukee Brewers catcher William Contreras (24) looks on in the fifth inning at American Family Field. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-USA TODAY Sports After playing one of their worst series of the season, the St. Louis Cardinals begin…

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Padres look to sweep Marlins, stretch win streak to 8

Jul 31, 2024; San Diego, California, USA; San Diego Padres starting pitcher Dylan Cease (84) pitches during the first inning against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Petco Park. Mandatory Credit: David Frerker-USA TODAY Sports The San Diego Padres have the longest active winning streak in the majors at seven games. They also have won 16…

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Diamondbacks keep hot stretch going by edging Pirates

Jul 26, 2024; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks catcher Gabriel Moreno (14) hits a two RBI single against the Pittsburgh Pirates during the sixth inning at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports Lourdes Gurriel Jr. had three hits and scored the tiebreaking run on a wild pitch to help the Arizona Diamondbacks notch…

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