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dbain21 · 01-22-2017, 08:59 AM

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Chuck Finley (LAA) tied the Mariners in knots as he twirled a perfect game on 9/29. The Halos hurler struck out 13 and walked none while making history, defeating Seattle 5-0. The Angels clinched the AL West on the following day. Finley's feat merited AL Player of the Week honors.

Poetry in Motion: Finley Pitches Perfect Game

Paul Goldschmidt (ARI) captured the NL Player of the Week award. "Goldy" batted .318 (7 for 22) with 5 circuit clouts and 10 ribbies. Goldschmidt led the NL with 38 home runs and tied with Joe Torre atop the RBI leader board with 109.

The Yankees outlasted the Royals to seize the final AL Wild Card while the Cardinals claimed the NL Central.

Dwight Gooden (NYM) is scheduled to oppose Orel Hershiser (LAD) in the NL Wild Card matchup, while Ron Guidry (NYY) takes on Johan Santana (HOU) in the AL Wild Card contest.

Statistical leaders:

Batting Average (AL) - Carl Yastrzemski (BOS) .360
Batting Average (NL) - Pablo Sandoval (SFG) .375
Home Runs (AL) - Jim Rice (BOS) 38
Home Runs (NL) - Paul Goldschmidt (ARI) 38
Runs Batted In (AL) - Cal Ripken Jr. (BAL) 129
Runs Batted In (NL) - Paul Goldschmidt (ARI), Joe Torre (ATL) 109
Stolen Bases (AL) - Jose Altuve (HOU) 43
Stolen Bases (NL) - Tim Raines Sr. (WSN) 43
Runs Scored (AL) - Rod Carew (MIN) 110
Runs Scored (NL) - Bobby Bonds (SFG) 114

Wins (AL) - Bert Blyleven (MIN) 21
Wins (NL) - Tim Lincecum (SFG) 22
Earned Run Average (AL) - Dean Chance (BAL) 1.79
Earned Run Average (NL) - Tim Lincecum (SFG) 1.61
Strikeouts (AL) - Ron Guidry (NYY) 417
Strikeouts (NL) - Sandy Koufax (LAD) 409
WHIP (AL) - Frank Tanana (LAA) 0.89
WHIP (NL) - Dwight Gooden (NYM) 0.95
Saves (AL) - Bryan Harvey (LAA) 38
Saves (NL) - Joe Nathan (SFG) 43

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dbain21 · 01-22-2017, 10:07 AM

MLB Box Scores, New York Mets at Los Angeles Dodgers, 10/04/2016

In what was described by the team's manager as a "thrilling night" for fans of the New York Mets, the club has advanced to the Division Series, with a 7-6 win over the Los Angeles Dodgers at Dodger Stadium.

David Wright (NYM) dialed long distance twice. He connected on a three-run shot in the first inning off Orel Hershiser. "Captain America" repeated the feat with a 2-run wallop in the sixth inning off knuckleballer Charlie Hough.

On the other side of the ballpark, Los Angeles players forlornly packed up their belongings and said goodbye to teammates for the offseason.

The New York Mets will play against the San Francisco Giants in the next round. San Francisco had a bye in the Wildcard Series. The Division Series schedule will be announced after the Wildcard Series finishes.

dbain21 · 01-22-2017, 11:05 AM

MLB Box Scores, New York Yankees at Houston Astros, 10/05/2016

The New York Yankees celebrated wildly after a 1-0 win over the Houston Astros in the Wildcard Series. At the center of the celebration was Ron Guidry, who was instrumental in getting his team to the Division Series.

"Louisiana Lightning" threw 8 innings, with 12 strikeouts, while allowing 4 hits, 1 walk and no runs.

Willie McGee led off the top of the fourth inning with a triple, and Don Mattingly knocked in the lone run with a clean single.

The New York Yankees will play against the Minnesota Twins in the next round. Minnesota had a bye in the Wildcard Series. The Division Series schedule will be announced after the Wildcard Series finishes.

dbain21 · 01-22-2017, 04:36 PM

MLB Box Scores, St. Louis Cardinals at Atlanta Braves, 10/06/2016

The St. Louis Cardinals started the Division Series in style today, winning on the road against the Atlanta Braves at Turner Field by a score of 5-1 to take an early 1-0 lead in the best-of-5 series. Cardinals center fielder Ray Lankford was named player of the game after he went 4-4 with a home run and 3 singles, while scoring 2 runs and driving in 2. Bob "Hoot" Gibson struck out 13 Braves over 8 innings.

Game 2 is scheduled for Friday, October 7th, 2016 at Turner Field. The scheduled starters for the game are Steve Carlton for St. Louis and Adam Wainwright for Atlanta.

dbain21 · 01-22-2017, 05:03 PM

MLB Box Scores, New York Mets at San Francisco Giants, 10/06/2016

The Division Series got off to a quiet start today, with the traveling New York Mets taking a low-scoring 2-0 win over the host San Francisco Giants. New York right-hander Tom Seaver was marvelous at AT&T Park and was named player of the game. The Mets now hold a 1-0 lead in the best-of-5 series.

Seaver earned the win, going 7.2 strong innings for New York. The native of Fresno, California allowed just 3 hits, while striking out 11. San Francisco hitters did next to nothing against the right-hander.

Gregg Jefferies delivered the game's first run with a single in the third frame off Juan Marichal, scoring Jose B. Reyes. Cleon Jones drilled a two-base hit in the top of the ninth inning off Joe Nathan, plating Kevin Mitchell with an insurance run.

Game 2 is set to be played on Friday, October 7th, 2016 at AT&T Park. Slated to start are Nolan Ryan for New York and Tim Lincecum for San Francisco.

dbain21 · 01-22-2017, 06:17 PM

MLB Box Scores, New York Yankees at Minnesota Twins, 10/07/2016

Leave it to the veteran. The New York Yankees got a great start from 35-year-old left-hander Whitey Ford, who earned player of the game honors today as New York won the contest 5-4 at Target Field. Ford threw 7 innings of 5-hit ball in the win, which allowed the New York to grab a 1-0 lead in the best-of-5 series.

The game was at a stalemate until shortstop Tom Tresh came to bat in the top of the 11th. Facing Minnesota pitcher Dave Goltz, he hit a 0-2 slider for a run-scoring double. It was a game-changer, putting New York on top, 5-4.

The next game is scheduled for Saturday, October 8th, 2016 at Target Field. The scheduled starters for the game are Fritz Peterson for the Yankees and Frank Viola for the Twins.

dbain21 · 01-22-2017, 06:55 PM

MLB Box Scores, Baltimore Orioles at Los Angeles Angels, 10/07/2016

The Baltimore Orioles powered past the hometown Los Angeles Angels, 4-2, in the opener of the Division Series at Angel Stadium of Anaheim today. Baltimore starting pitcher Dean Chance threw 8 innings of 5-hit ball, to lead the charge. The Orioles now lead the series 1-0.

With two out in the top of the second, Al Bumbry barreled up a changeup from Mike Witt. The result was a 2-run home run, putting the Orioles in front, 4-0.

The next game is set to be played on Saturday, October 8th, 2016 at Angel Stadium of Anaheim. The scheduled starters for the game are Jim Palmer for the Orioles and Chuck Finley for the Angels.

dbain21 · 01-23-2017, 09:10 AM

MLB Box Scores, St. Louis Cardinals at Atlanta Braves, 10/07/2016

The St. Louis Cardinals moved to within one game of the League Championship Series today, downing the Atlanta Braves on the road at Turner Field by a score of 4-2. Cardinals left-hander Steve Carlton was named player of the game after a strong outing in which he threw 8 innings allowing 2 runs. The win gives the Cardinals a 2-0 advantage in the best-of-5 Division Series.

Runs were at a premium. So, Albert Pujols's at-bat with one out in the top of the eighth was crucial. The St. Louis left fielder hit a 2-run single, to give his team a 4-2 lead.

The next game is set to be played on Sunday, October 9th, 2016 at Busch Stadium. Slated to start are Phil Niekro for Atlanta and John Denny for St. Louis.

dbain21 · 01-23-2017, 11:14 AM

MLB Box Scores, New York Mets at San Francisco Giants, 10/07/2016

The San Francisco Giants defeated the New York Mets, 5-1 in Game 2 of the Division Series today. Earning player of the game honors was starter Tim Lincecum, who threw 8 innings of 6-hit ball. The Mets had little chance against Lincecum, who overpowered New York hitters and struck out 10.

George Foster's double to center field off Randy Myers scored Buster Posey with the go-ahead run in the eighth inning. Myers failed to retire any of the 5 batters that he faced and allowed 4 runs. Nolan Ryan whiffed 13 Giants in 7 innings but left with a no-decision. The win moves San Francisco into a 1-1 tie with New York in the series.

The next game is scheduled for Sunday, October 9th, 2016 at Citi Field. The scheduled starters for the game are Bill Hands for San Francisco and Mike Scott for New York.

dbain21 · 01-23-2017, 12:15 PM

MLB Box Scores, New York Yankees at Minnesota Twins, 10/08/2016

In a crucial game, the Minnesota Twins put on their best show, beating the New York Yankees by a final score of 1-0 today. Frank Viola earned player of the game honors, as he threw 8 innings of shutout ball. Viola, who was born in Hempstead, New York, threw 109 pitches over 8 innings, while allowing no earned runs.

Harmon Killebrew's two-base knock in the bottom of the 4th drove in Joe Mauer with the lone tally in the contest. Minnesota and New York are now tied at 1 wins apiece in the best-of-5 affair.

The next game is scheduled for Monday, October 10th, 2016 at Yankee Stadium. Slated to start are Jim Kaat for the Twins and Fritz Peterson for the Yankees.

dbain21 · 01-23-2017, 01:30 PM

MLB Box Scores, Baltimore Orioles at Los Angeles Angels, 10/08/2016

The Baltimore Orioles moved to within one game of the League Championship Series today, downing the Los Angeles Angels on the road at Angel Stadium of Anaheim by a score of 3-1. Orioles right-hander Jim Palmer was named player of the game after a strong outing in which he threw 6 innings of 4-hit ball. The win gives the Orioles a 2-0 advantage in the best-of-5 Division Series.

A crucial at-bat came with runners on 1st and 2nd and one out in the top of the sixth inning. That's when catcher Matt Wieters, who is a three-time All-Star, hit a run-scoring single. The Orioles went on to win.

Game 3 is set to be played on Monday, October 10th, 2016 at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. The scheduled starters for the game are Frank Tanana for Los Angeles and Jake Arrieta for Baltimore.

dbain21 · 01-24-2017, 10:49 AM

MLB Box Scores, San Francisco Giants at New York Mets, 10/09/2016

Mike Scott struck out 16 Giants over 8 innings, but the New York Mets lost anyway, falling 3-2 in extra innings to the San Francisco Giants at Citi Field. With the win, San Francisco took a 2-1 lead in the best-of-5 Division Series.

Runs were hard to come by in this one. Buster Posey's at-bat with two out in the top of the tenth, therefore, was critical. The San Francisco catcher hit a run-scoring double, to put his team on top, 3-2. Joe Nathan earned the victory with 2 scoreless innings in relief of Bill Hands (7 IP, 10 K).

Game 4 is scheduled for Monday, October 10th, 2016 at Citi Field. The scheduled starters for the game are Bob Knepper for San Francisco and Dwight Gooden for New York.

dbain21 · 01-24-2017, 11:07 AM

MLB Box Scores, Atlanta Braves at St. Louis Cardinals, 10/09/2016

John Denny isn't taking anything for granted, but he likes his team's chances to capture a World Series.

"We're playing great baseball right now," said the St. Louis Cardinals hurler, who was named MVP of the Division Series after his club swept the Atlanta Braves.

It's off to the League Championship Series for St. Louis, after winning the clinching game by a 2-0 count and the series 3-0.

It remains to be seen whether Denny's confidence is warranted, but at this point the team is looking good. The MVP had a 0.00 ERA over 8.1 innings pitched, with a 1-0 record.

Second baseman Matt Carpenter scored both runs for the Redbirds.

The St. Louis Cardinals don't know who they will face in the next round. They will play the winner of the New York Mets - San Francisco Giants series. San Francisco leads the series 2 game to 1. The League Championship Series schedule will be announced after the Division Series finishes.

dbain21 · 01-24-2017, 11:59 AM

MLB Box Scores, Minnesota Twins at New York Yankees, 10/10/2016

The New York Yankees moved to within one game of the League Championship Series today, downing the visiting Minnesota Twins at Yankee Stadium by a score of 4-3. Yankees left-hander Fritz Peterson was named player of the game after a strong outing in which he threw 7 innings allowing 3 runs. The win gives the Yankees a 2-1 advantage in the best-of-5 Division Series.

Had Elston Howard not delivered a key base hit in the bottom of the seventh, the outcome might have been different. Instead, with two down and a runner on 1st, Howard hit a run-scoring double. That made the score 4-3, in favor of the Yankees.

"I just trusted my stuff," said Peterson.

Game 4 is scheduled for Tuesday, October 11th, 2016 at Yankee Stadium. The scheduled starters for the game are Denny Neagle for the Twins and Ron Guidry for the Yankees.

dbain21 · 01-24-2017, 01:43 PM

MLB Box Scores, Los Angeles Angels at Baltimore Orioles, 10/10/2016

The Baltimore Orioles have swept the Los Angeles Angels and are on to the League Championship Series. Baltimore won 10-1 today at Oriole Park at Camden Yards to clinch the Division Series.

"We're happy to have put the dagger in when we had the chance," said Baltimore left fielder Don Baylor, who was named MVP for the series. "It could have been a tough series to finish if we let them start winning."

Baylor won the award with a .333 batting average and a .455 on-base percentage. He had 2 home runs, drove in 5 RBI and scored 4 runs.

The Baltimore Orioles don't know who they will face in the next round. They will play the winner of the New York Yankees - Minnesota Twins series. New York leads the series 2 games to 1. The League Championship Series schedule will be announced after the Division Series finishes.

dbain21 · 01-25-2017, 10:27 AM

MLB Box Scores, Minnesota Twins at New York Yankees, 10/11/2016

Game 4 of Hardball Retrospective Expansion Era AL Division Series

In a crucial game, the Minnesota Twins put on their best show, beating the New York Yankees by a final score of 3-2 today. Ron Guidry earned player of the game honors, as he threw 8 innings of 4-hit ball while striking out 17. Minnesota and New York are now tied at 2 wins apiece in the best-of-5 affair.

Guidry was effective for Minnesota, seldom allowing the Yankees to square up a pitch. The left-hander tossed 106 pitches over 8 innings. He limited New York to just 2 runs on 4 hits, including Reggie Smith's third home run of the series.

Jimmie Hall delivered the crucial blow with a solo home run to right field off Dellin Betances in the top of the ninth inning.

The next game is scheduled for Thursday, October 13th, 2016 at Target Field. The scheduled starters for the game are Whitey Ford for New York and Bert Blyleven for Minnesota.

dbain21 · 01-25-2017, 10:54 AM

MLB Box Scores, San Francisco Giants at New York Mets, 10/10/2016

Game 4 of Hardball Retrospective Expansion Era NL Division Series

The Division Series may not have lived up to the expectation that it would be a dogfight that would go the distance. The San Francisco Giants, however, are not complaining.

The Giants were plenty happy to have wrapped up the series early and to have knocked out the New York Mets to advance to the League Championship Series.

San Francisco won the final game by a 3-2 count at Citi Field and the series 3-1.

Giants catcher Buster Posey was named series MVP, as he hit .353 with a .353 on-base percentage.

"It's not going to be the last time New York makes it to the playoffs, so it's sure a nice feeling to put them out this year," Posey said. "We just need to keep this going and take it day by day."

Bob Knepper (8 IP, 4 H, 9 K) out-dueled Dwight Gooden (8 IP, 3 ER, 14 K). Bobby Bonds jumped on two offerings from "Doctor K", swatting big-flies in the first and fifth innings to drive in 3 runs for the victors.

The San Francisco Giants will play against the St. Louis Cardinals in the next round. St. Louis won their series against the Atlanta Braves 3 games to 0. The League Championship Series schedule will be announced after the Division Series finishes.

dbain21 · 01-25-2017, 11:06 AM

MLB Box Scores, New York Yankees at Minnesota Twins, 10/13/2016

Game 5 of Hardball Retrospective Expansion Era AL Division Series

The Minnesota Twins and New York Yankees held nothing back in an entertaining Division Series that went the distance.

In the end, it will be Minnesota advancing to the League Championship Series, after a 3-0 triumph in the final game at Target Field, to wrap up the series 3-2.

Reggie Smith was named series MVP for Minnesota. For the series, Smith hit .300 with a .364 on-base percentage. He had 3 home runs, drove in 6 RBI and scored 3 runs.

Bert Blyleven hurled 8.2 shutout innings, striking out 12 Bronx Bombers while holding them to four base hits. Jesse Orosco celebrated by tossing his glove high in the air after striking out Tom Tresh for the final out of the game.

The Minnesota Twins will play against the Baltimore Orioles in the next round. Baltimore won their series against the Los Angeles Angels 3 games to 0. The League Championship Series schedule will be announced after the Division Series finishes.

dbain21 · 01-25-2017, 03:02 PM

MLB Box Scores, St. Louis Cardinals at San Francisco Giants, 10/14/2016

Game 1 of Hardball Retrospective Expansion Era NL Championship Series

The San Francisco Giants started the League Championship Series in style today, downing the visiting St. Louis Cardinals at AT&T Park by a score of 5-3 to stake an early 1-0 lead in the best-of-7 series. Giants right-hander Juan Marichal was named player of the game after he threw 7 innings allowing 3 runs. The "Dominican Dandy" allowed no free passes while whiffing 11 Redbirds.

Bobby Bonds, who is a four-time All-Star, aided the San Francisco cause with a 2-run home run in the bottom of the third. For the game, the right fielder went 1 for 5 with a home run. He drove in 2 runs and scored once.

Game 2 is set to be played on Saturday, October 15th, 2016 at AT&T Park. Slated to start are Bob Gibson for the Cardinals and Tim Lincecum for the Giants.

dbain21 · 01-26-2017, 10:33 AM

MLB Box Scores, Baltimore Orioles at Minnesota Twins, 10/15/2016

Game 1 of Hardball Retrospective Expansion Era AL Championship Series

The Baltimore Orioles started the League Championship Series in style today, winning on the road against the Minnesota Twins at Target Field by a score of 8-3 to take an early 1-0 lead in the best-of-7 series. Orioles designated hitter Boog Powell was named player of the game after he was 2-5 with a home run, while adding 4 RBI and scoring once.

Powell had a big at-bat with runners on 2nd and 3rd in the top of the sixth inning, when he hit a 2-run single. The Orioles went on to win.

Don Baylor and Matt Wieters added home runs in support of Mike Flanagan (7 IP, 3 ER).

Game 2 is scheduled for Sunday, October 16th, 2016 at Target Field. The scheduled starters for the game are Dean Chance for the Orioles and Jim Kaat for the Twins.

01-22-2017, 08:59 AM	#41
dbain21 Minors (Double A) Join Date: May 2016 Posts: 114	Week 26 News and Notes from the Hardball Retrospective Expansion Era (OOTP 17) League - Home Chuck Finley (LAA) tied the Mariners in knots as he twirled a perfect game on 9/29. The Halos hurler struck out 13 and walked none while making history, defeating Seattle 5-0. The Angels clinched the AL West on the following day. Finley's feat merited AL Player of the Week honors. Poetry in Motion: Finley Pitches Perfect Game Paul Goldschmidt (ARI) captured the NL Player of the Week award. "Goldy" batted .318 (7 for 22) with 5 circuit clouts and 10 ribbies. Goldschmidt led the NL with 38 home runs and tied with Joe Torre atop the RBI leader board with 109. The Yankees outlasted the Royals to seize the final AL Wild Card while the Cardinals claimed the NL Central. Dwight Gooden (NYM) is scheduled to oppose Orel Hershiser (LAD) in the NL Wild Card matchup, while Ron Guidry (NYY) takes on Johan Santana (HOU) in the AL Wild Card contest. Statistical leaders: Batting Average (AL) - Carl Yastrzemski (BOS) .360 Batting Average (NL) - Pablo Sandoval (SFG) .375 Home Runs (AL) - Jim Rice (BOS) 38 Home Runs (NL) - Paul Goldschmidt (ARI) 38 Runs Batted In (AL) - Cal Ripken Jr. (BAL) 129 Runs Batted In (NL) - Paul Goldschmidt (ARI), Joe Torre (ATL) 109 Stolen Bases (AL) - Jose Altuve (HOU) 43 Stolen Bases (NL) - Tim Raines Sr. (WSN) 43 Runs Scored (AL) - Rod Carew (MIN) 110 Runs Scored (NL) - Bobby Bonds (SFG) 114 Wins (AL) - Bert Blyleven (MIN) 21 Wins (NL) - Tim Lincecum (SFG) 22 Earned Run Average (AL) - Dean Chance (BAL) 1.79 Earned Run Average (NL) - Tim Lincecum (SFG) 1.61 Strikeouts (AL) - Ron Guidry (NYY) 417 Strikeouts (NL) - Sandy Koufax (LAD) 409 WHIP (AL) - Frank Tanana (LAA) 0.89 WHIP (NL) - Dwight Gooden (NYM) 0.95 Saves (AL) - Bryan Harvey (LAA) 38 Saves (NL) - Joe Nathan (SFG) 43 Major League Baseball League Stats Page for Major League Baseball * END OF REGULAR SEASON PLAYOFFS BEGIN TODAY !!! *

01-22-2017, 10:07 AM	#42
dbain21 Minors (Double A) Join Date: May 2016 Posts: 114	Thrilling Win Pushes Mets to Next Round MLB Box Scores, New York Mets at Los Angeles Dodgers, 10/04/2016 In what was described by the team's manager as a "thrilling night" for fans of the New York Mets, the club has advanced to the Division Series, with a 7-6 win over the Los Angeles Dodgers at Dodger Stadium. David Wright (NYM) dialed long distance twice. He connected on a three-run shot in the first inning off Orel Hershiser. "Captain America" repeated the feat with a 2-run wallop in the sixth inning off knuckleballer Charlie Hough. On the other side of the ballpark, Los Angeles players forlornly packed up their belongings and said goodbye to teammates for the offseason. The New York Mets will play against the San Francisco Giants in the next round. San Francisco had a bye in the Wildcard Series. The Division Series schedule will be announced after the Wildcard Series finishes.

01-22-2017, 11:05 AM	#43
dbain21 Minors (Double A) Join Date: May 2016 Posts: 114	Yankees Advance to Division Series MLB Box Scores, New York Yankees at Houston Astros, 10/05/2016 The New York Yankees celebrated wildly after a 1-0 win over the Houston Astros in the Wildcard Series. At the center of the celebration was Ron Guidry, who was instrumental in getting his team to the Division Series. "Louisiana Lightning" threw 8 innings, with 12 strikeouts, while allowing 4 hits, 1 walk and no runs. Willie McGee led off the top of the fourth inning with a triple, and Don Mattingly knocked in the lone run with a clean single. The New York Yankees will play against the Minnesota Twins in the next round. Minnesota had a bye in the Wildcard Series. The Division Series schedule will be announced after the Wildcard Series finishes.

01-22-2017, 04:36 PM	#44
dbain21 Minors (Double A) Join Date: May 2016 Posts: 114	Lankford Blasts Braves, Cardinals Take Game 1, 5-1 MLB Box Scores, St. Louis Cardinals at Atlanta Braves, 10/06/2016 The St. Louis Cardinals started the Division Series in style today, winning on the road against the Atlanta Braves at Turner Field by a score of 5-1 to take an early 1-0 lead in the best-of-5 series. Cardinals center fielder Ray Lankford was named player of the game after he went 4-4 with a home run and 3 singles, while scoring 2 runs and driving in 2. Bob "Hoot" Gibson struck out 13 Braves over 8 innings. Game 2 is scheduled for Friday, October 7th, 2016 at Turner Field. The scheduled starters for the game are Steve Carlton for St. Louis and Adam Wainwright for Atlanta.

01-22-2017, 05:03 PM	#45
dbain21 Minors (Double A) Join Date: May 2016 Posts: 114	Seaver Handcuffs Giants, Mets Seize 1-0 Advantage in Division Series MLB Box Scores, New York Mets at San Francisco Giants, 10/06/2016 The Division Series got off to a quiet start today, with the traveling New York Mets taking a low-scoring 2-0 win over the host San Francisco Giants. New York right-hander Tom Seaver was marvelous at AT&T Park and was named player of the game. The Mets now hold a 1-0 lead in the best-of-5 series. Seaver earned the win, going 7.2 strong innings for New York. The native of Fresno, California allowed just 3 hits, while striking out 11. San Francisco hitters did next to nothing against the right-hander. Gregg Jefferies delivered the game's first run with a single in the third frame off Juan Marichal, scoring Jose B. Reyes. Cleon Jones drilled a two-base hit in the top of the ninth inning off Joe Nathan, plating Kevin Mitchell with an insurance run. Game 2 is set to be played on Friday, October 7th, 2016 at AT&T Park. Slated to start are Nolan Ryan for New York and Tim Lincecum for San Francisco.

01-22-2017, 06:17 PM	#46
dbain21 Minors (Double A) Join Date: May 2016 Posts: 114	Ford Handcuffs Twins, Yankees Seize 1-0 Advantage in Division Series MLB Box Scores, New York Yankees at Minnesota Twins, 10/07/2016 Leave it to the veteran. The New York Yankees got a great start from 35-year-old left-hander Whitey Ford, who earned player of the game honors today as New York won the contest 5-4 at Target Field. Ford threw 7 innings of 5-hit ball in the win, which allowed the New York to grab a 1-0 lead in the best-of-5 series. The game was at a stalemate until shortstop Tom Tresh came to bat in the top of the 11th. Facing Minnesota pitcher Dave Goltz, he hit a 0-2 slider for a run-scoring double. It was a game-changer, putting New York on top, 5-4. The next game is scheduled for Saturday, October 8th, 2016 at Target Field. The scheduled starters for the game are Fritz Peterson for the Yankees and Frank Viola for the Twins.

01-22-2017, 06:55 PM	#47
dbain21 Minors (Double A) Join Date: May 2016 Posts: 114	Chance Handcuffs Angels, Orioles Seize 1-0 Advantage in Division Series MLB Box Scores, Baltimore Orioles at Los Angeles Angels, 10/07/2016 The Baltimore Orioles powered past the hometown Los Angeles Angels, 4-2, in the opener of the Division Series at Angel Stadium of Anaheim today. Baltimore starting pitcher Dean Chance threw 8 innings of 5-hit ball, to lead the charge. The Orioles now lead the series 1-0. With two out in the top of the second, Al Bumbry barreled up a changeup from Mike Witt. The result was a 2-run home run, putting the Orioles in front, 4-0. The next game is set to be played on Saturday, October 8th, 2016 at Angel Stadium of Anaheim. The scheduled starters for the game are Jim Palmer for the Orioles and Chuck Finley for the Angels.

01-23-2017, 09:10 AM	#48
dbain21 Minors (Double A) Join Date: May 2016 Posts: 114	Carlton Subdues Braves, Cardinals Seize 2-0 Advantage in Division Series MLB Box Scores, St. Louis Cardinals at Atlanta Braves, 10/07/2016 The St. Louis Cardinals moved to within one game of the League Championship Series today, downing the Atlanta Braves on the road at Turner Field by a score of 4-2. Cardinals left-hander Steve Carlton was named player of the game after a strong outing in which he threw 8 innings allowing 2 runs. The win gives the Cardinals a 2-0 advantage in the best-of-5 Division Series. Runs were at a premium. So, Albert Pujols's at-bat with one out in the top of the eighth was crucial. The St. Louis left fielder hit a 2-run single, to give his team a 4-2 lead. The next game is set to be played on Sunday, October 9th, 2016 at Busch Stadium. Slated to start are Phil Niekro for Atlanta and John Denny for St. Louis.

01-23-2017, 11:14 AM	#49
dbain21 Minors (Double A) Join Date: May 2016 Posts: 114	Giants Even With Mets After Home Win MLB Box Scores, New York Mets at San Francisco Giants, 10/07/2016 The San Francisco Giants defeated the New York Mets, 5-1 in Game 2 of the Division Series today. Earning player of the game honors was starter Tim Lincecum, who threw 8 innings of 6-hit ball. The Mets had little chance against Lincecum, who overpowered New York hitters and struck out 10. George Foster's double to center field off Randy Myers scored Buster Posey with the go-ahead run in the eighth inning. Myers failed to retire any of the 5 batters that he faced and allowed 4 runs. Nolan Ryan whiffed 13 Giants in 7 innings but left with a no-decision. The win moves San Francisco into a 1-1 tie with New York in the series. The next game is scheduled for Sunday, October 9th, 2016 at Citi Field. The scheduled starters for the game are Bill Hands for San Francisco and Mike Scott for New York.

01-23-2017, 12:15 PM	#50
dbain21 Minors (Double A) Join Date: May 2016 Posts: 114	Raucous Target Field Crowd Propels Twins to 1-0 Victory; Series Tied at 1 MLB Box Scores, New York Yankees at Minnesota Twins, 10/08/2016 In a crucial game, the Minnesota Twins put on their best show, beating the New York Yankees by a final score of 1-0 today. Frank Viola earned player of the game honors, as he threw 8 innings of shutout ball. Viola, who was born in Hempstead, New York, threw 109 pitches over 8 innings, while allowing no earned runs. Harmon Killebrew's two-base knock in the bottom of the 4th drove in Joe Mauer with the lone tally in the contest. Minnesota and New York are now tied at 1 wins apiece in the best-of-5 affair. The next game is scheduled for Monday, October 10th, 2016 at Yankee Stadium. Slated to start are Jim Kaat for the Twins and Fritz Peterson for the Yankees.

01-23-2017, 01:30 PM	#51
dbain21 Minors (Double A) Join Date: May 2016 Posts: 114	Baltimore Takes Series Lead in Low-Scoring Affair MLB Box Scores, Baltimore Orioles at Los Angeles Angels, 10/08/2016 The Baltimore Orioles moved to within one game of the League Championship Series today, downing the Los Angeles Angels on the road at Angel Stadium of Anaheim by a score of 3-1. Orioles right-hander Jim Palmer was named player of the game after a strong outing in which he threw 6 innings of 4-hit ball. The win gives the Orioles a 2-0 advantage in the best-of-5 Division Series. A crucial at-bat came with runners on 1st and 2nd and one out in the top of the sixth inning. That's when catcher Matt Wieters, who is a three-time All-Star, hit a run-scoring single. The Orioles went on to win. Game 3 is set to be played on Monday, October 10th, 2016 at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. The scheduled starters for the game are Frank Tanana for Los Angeles and Jake Arrieta for Baltimore.

01-24-2017, 10:49 AM	#52
dbain21 Minors (Double A) Join Date: May 2016 Posts: 114	San Francisco Secures Extra-Inning Victory MLB Box Scores, San Francisco Giants at New York Mets, 10/09/2016 Mike Scott struck out 16 Giants over 8 innings, but the New York Mets lost anyway, falling 3-2 in extra innings to the San Francisco Giants at Citi Field. With the win, San Francisco took a 2-1 lead in the best-of-5 Division Series. Runs were hard to come by in this one. Buster Posey's at-bat with two out in the top of the tenth, therefore, was critical. The San Francisco catcher hit a run-scoring double, to put his team on top, 3-2. Joe Nathan earned the victory with 2 scoreless innings in relief of Bill Hands (7 IP, 10 K). Game 4 is scheduled for Monday, October 10th, 2016 at Citi Field. The scheduled starters for the game are Bob Knepper for San Francisco and Dwight Gooden for New York.

01-24-2017, 11:07 AM	#53
dbain21 Minors (Double A) Join Date: May 2016 Posts: 114	Cardinals Dominate, Sweep Division Series MLB Box Scores, Atlanta Braves at St. Louis Cardinals, 10/09/2016 John Denny isn't taking anything for granted, but he likes his team's chances to capture a World Series. "We're playing great baseball right now," said the St. Louis Cardinals hurler, who was named MVP of the Division Series after his club swept the Atlanta Braves. It's off to the League Championship Series for St. Louis, after winning the clinching game by a 2-0 count and the series 3-0. It remains to be seen whether Denny's confidence is warranted, but at this point the team is looking good. The MVP had a 0.00 ERA over 8.1 innings pitched, with a 1-0 record. Second baseman Matt Carpenter scored both runs for the Redbirds. The St. Louis Cardinals don't know who they will face in the next round. They will play the winner of the New York Mets - San Francisco Giants series. San Francisco leads the series 2 game to 1. The League Championship Series schedule will be announced after the Division Series finishes.

01-24-2017, 11:59 AM	#54
dbain21 Minors (Double A) Join Date: May 2016 Posts: 114	Peterson Perplexes Twins, Yankees Seize 2-1 Advantage in Division Series MLB Box Scores, Minnesota Twins at New York Yankees, 10/10/2016 The New York Yankees moved to within one game of the League Championship Series today, downing the visiting Minnesota Twins at Yankee Stadium by a score of 4-3. Yankees left-hander Fritz Peterson was named player of the game after a strong outing in which he threw 7 innings allowing 3 runs. The win gives the Yankees a 2-1 advantage in the best-of-5 Division Series. Had Elston Howard not delivered a key base hit in the bottom of the seventh, the outcome might have been different. Instead, with two down and a runner on 1st, Howard hit a run-scoring double. That made the score 4-3, in favor of the Yankees. "I just trusted my stuff," said Peterson. Game 4 is scheduled for Tuesday, October 11th, 2016 at Yankee Stadium. The scheduled starters for the game are Denny Neagle for the Twins and Ron Guidry for the Yankees.

01-24-2017, 01:43 PM	#55
dbain21 Minors (Double A) Join Date: May 2016 Posts: 114	Orioles Cruise to League Championship Series with Sweep MLB Box Scores, Los Angeles Angels at Baltimore Orioles, 10/10/2016 The Baltimore Orioles have swept the Los Angeles Angels and are on to the League Championship Series. Baltimore won 10-1 today at Oriole Park at Camden Yards to clinch the Division Series. "We're happy to have put the dagger in when we had the chance," said Baltimore left fielder Don Baylor, who was named MVP for the series. "It could have been a tough series to finish if we let them start winning." Baylor won the award with a .333 batting average and a .455 on-base percentage. He had 2 home runs, drove in 5 RBI and scored 4 runs. The Baltimore Orioles don't know who they will face in the next round. They will play the winner of the New York Yankees - Minnesota Twins series. New York leads the series 2 games to 1. The League Championship Series schedule will be announced after the Division Series finishes.

01-25-2017, 10:27 AM	#56
dbain21 Minors (Double A) Join Date: May 2016 Posts: 114	Twins Clip Yankees 3-2 in Division Series Contest MLB Box Scores, Minnesota Twins at New York Yankees, 10/11/2016 Game 4 of Hardball Retrospective Expansion Era AL Division Series In a crucial game, the Minnesota Twins put on their best show, beating the New York Yankees by a final score of 3-2 today. Ron Guidry earned player of the game honors, as he threw 8 innings of 4-hit ball while striking out 17. Minnesota and New York are now tied at 2 wins apiece in the best-of-5 affair. Guidry was effective for Minnesota, seldom allowing the Yankees to square up a pitch. The left-hander tossed 106 pitches over 8 innings. He limited New York to just 2 runs on 4 hits, including Reggie Smith's third home run of the series. Jimmie Hall delivered the crucial blow with a solo home run to right field off Dellin Betances in the top of the ninth inning. The next game is scheduled for Thursday, October 13th, 2016 at Target Field. The scheduled starters for the game are Whitey Ford for New York and Bert Blyleven for Minnesota.

01-25-2017, 10:54 AM	#57
dbain21 Minors (Double A) Join Date: May 2016 Posts: 114	Giants Advance to League Championship Series MLB Box Scores, San Francisco Giants at New York Mets, 10/10/2016 Game 4 of Hardball Retrospective Expansion Era NL Division Series The Division Series may not have lived up to the expectation that it would be a dogfight that would go the distance. The San Francisco Giants, however, are not complaining. The Giants were plenty happy to have wrapped up the series early and to have knocked out the New York Mets to advance to the League Championship Series. San Francisco won the final game by a 3-2 count at Citi Field and the series 3-1. Giants catcher Buster Posey was named series MVP, as he hit .353 with a .353 on-base percentage. "It's not going to be the last time New York makes it to the playoffs, so it's sure a nice feeling to put them out this year," Posey said. "We just need to keep this going and take it day by day." Bob Knepper (8 IP, 4 H, 9 K) out-dueled Dwight Gooden (8 IP, 3 ER, 14 K). Bobby Bonds jumped on two offerings from "Doctor K", swatting big-flies in the first and fifth innings to drive in 3 runs for the victors. The San Francisco Giants will play against the St. Louis Cardinals in the next round. St. Louis won their series against the Atlanta Braves 3 games to 0. The League Championship Series schedule will be announced after the Division Series finishes.

01-25-2017, 11:06 AM	#58
dbain21 Minors (Double A) Join Date: May 2016 Posts: 114	Division Series Goes the Distance, Minnesota Prevails MLB Box Scores, New York Yankees at Minnesota Twins, 10/13/2016 Game 5 of Hardball Retrospective Expansion Era AL Division Series The Minnesota Twins and New York Yankees held nothing back in an entertaining Division Series that went the distance. In the end, it will be Minnesota advancing to the League Championship Series, after a 3-0 triumph in the final game at Target Field, to wrap up the series 3-2. Reggie Smith was named series MVP for Minnesota. For the series, Smith hit .300 with a .364 on-base percentage. He had 3 home runs, drove in 6 RBI and scored 3 runs. Bert Blyleven hurled 8.2 shutout innings, striking out 12 Bronx Bombers while holding them to four base hits. Jesse Orosco celebrated by tossing his glove high in the air after striking out Tom Tresh for the final out of the game. The Minnesota Twins will play against the Baltimore Orioles in the next round. Baltimore won their series against the Los Angeles Angels 3 games to 0. The League Championship Series schedule will be announced after the Division Series finishes.

01-25-2017, 03:02 PM	#59
dbain21 Minors (Double A) Join Date: May 2016 Posts: 114	Home Field Advantage: Marichal, San Francisco Open League Championship Series with Win MLB Box Scores, St. Louis Cardinals at San Francisco Giants, 10/14/2016 Game 1 of Hardball Retrospective Expansion Era NL Championship Series The San Francisco Giants started the League Championship Series in style today, downing the visiting St. Louis Cardinals at AT&T Park by a score of 5-3 to stake an early 1-0 lead in the best-of-7 series. Giants right-hander Juan Marichal was named player of the game after he threw 7 innings allowing 3 runs. The "Dominican Dandy" allowed no free passes while whiffing 11 Redbirds. Bobby Bonds, who is a four-time All-Star, aided the San Francisco cause with a 2-run home run in the bottom of the third. For the game, the right fielder went 1 for 5 with a home run. He drove in 2 runs and scored once. Game 2 is set to be played on Saturday, October 15th, 2016 at AT&T Park. Slated to start are Bob Gibson for the Cardinals and Tim Lincecum for the Giants.

01-26-2017, 10:33 AM	#60
dbain21 Minors (Double A) Join Date: May 2016 Posts: 114	Powell Blasts Twins, Orioles Take Game 1, 8-3 MLB Box Scores, Baltimore Orioles at Minnesota Twins, 10/15/2016 Game 1 of Hardball Retrospective Expansion Era AL Championship Series The Baltimore Orioles started the League Championship Series in style today, winning on the road against the Minnesota Twins at Target Field by a score of 8-3 to take an early 1-0 lead in the best-of-7 series. Orioles designated hitter Boog Powell was named player of the game after he was 2-5 with a home run, while adding 4 RBI and scoring once. Powell had a big at-bat with runners on 2nd and 3rd in the top of the sixth inning, when he hit a 2-run single. The Orioles went on to win. Don Baylor and Matt Wieters added home runs in support of Mike Flanagan (7 IP, 3 ER). Game 2 is scheduled for Sunday, October 16th, 2016 at Target Field. The scheduled starters for the game are Dean Chance for the Orioles and Jim Kaat for the Twins.