MLB Baseball 24-Hour Briefing
×Last updated: October 12, 2026, 3:40 PM ET
Playoffs: Division Series Fallout
The White Sox collapsed in a winner-take-all decision after squandering a 2-0 lead, striking out 21 times and managing just three hits. The loss ended Chicago's postseason run in humbling fashion.
American League Championship Series
The Guardians and Rays each made a single roster change ahead of the ALCS, with Tampa Bay adding rookie right-hander Brody Hopkins and Cleveland making its own adjustment. Both clubs now face the question of rest versus rust, as the Guardians arrive after a whirlwind Game 5 and cross-country travel while the Rays have had extra time off.
Meanwhile, umpire crews for both championship series were announced, with Bill Miller and Mark Wegner named crew chiefs. Postseason robot umpire challenges have also favored hitters, who have won challenges at a higher rate than in the regular season.
National League Championship Series
The Brewers beat the Dodgers 2-1 in Game, with a Turang homer providing the decisive blow. Milwaukee's win came after Los Angeles had been held to one run or fewer in each game of a four-game sweep in the Division Series. Dodgers infielder Miguel Rojas remains on the NLCS roster despite a back scare that had sidelined him.
Power Rankings and Predictions
ESPN's final four ranking places the Brewers, Dodgers, Rays and Guardians in order, while expert picks for both series are also available. A separate look at how each remaining club was constructed, from homegrown talent to big-money signings, is worth reading for context.
Front Office and Labor Outlook
Sam Fuld declined an offer to become Athletics president of baseball operations, according to sources. The Dodgers-Brewers series has also been described as baseball at its best, a reminder to savor the competition before a possible labor stoppage this winter.