MLB Baseball 24-Hour Briefing

Last updated: October 18, 2026, 4:40 AM ET

ALCS

The Rays evened the American League Championship Series at 2-2 with a 7-3 win over the Guardians, as Junior Caminero, Yandy Diaz and Jonathan Aranda combined to go 6-for-14. Cleveland's defense cost it dearly, with Chase DeLauter's miscue in right field opening the door for Tampa Bay in the pivotal inning. Rain then postponed Game 4 late Friday night, with the series resuming Saturday and Sunday becoming an off-day before Game.

World Series

The Brewers clinched their first World Series berth since 1982 after dethroning the Dodgers, a celebration the club framed as "44 years of heartbreak, 44 years of believing." In Los Angeles, the Dodgers' bid for a three-peat ended with a sweep, and the franchise now faces questions about what comes next after the team said, "We just fell short."

Phillies

Dave Dombrowski put Trea Turner on notice, telling the shortstop he must improve his play or risk losing the position.

Coming Up

Game 4 of the ALCS resumes Saturday, with Game 5 following Sunday's off-day.