Author: Scott Boeck, USA TODAY

Jayce Tingler, who spent the past few seasons with the Rangers in a variety of roles, has been chosen as Padres’ manager, his first time in role.

Astros’ George Springer was quick to defend himself for not hustling out a double in the bottom of the eighth inning of Game 1 of the World Series.

NLCS MVP Howie Kendrick missed Friday’s workout with the Nationals, but manager Dave Martinez said he’ll be back in time for the World Series.

After missing the last five games with a hamstring injury, young Victor Robles came through for the Nationals in their Game 3 win on Monday.

Mike Maddux, the Cardinals pitching coach, played a round of golf before Game 3 of the NLCS and made two-holes-in-one.

A paramedic supervisor at the ALCS was drilled by a foul ball while sitting in the dugout. He was taken to a local hospital for further tests.

Nationals closer Daniel Hudson was placed on paternity leave Friday and will not be with the team for Game 1 of the NLCS against the Cardinals.

What would make the most compelling and intriguing World Series? We break down each potential showcase and rank which would be best.

Tampa Bay’s right-hander gave up four runs in the first inning of Thursday’s Game 5 loss to the Astros in the ALDS.