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• Fernandomania II? Not quite, but it's Julio Urias' time in Game 4
  From the Web › ESPN
  Fernandomania II? Not quite, but it's Julio Urias' time in Game 4
  Share • October 19, 2016 at 7:35 AM
• Playoff Reset: Cubs vs. Dodgers NLCS Game 4
  From the Web › HardballTalk
  Julio Urias will become the youngest man to ever pitch a playoff game tonight.
  Share • October 19, 2016 at 6:35 AM
• Video: NLCS Game 3 breakdown
  From the Web › LA Daily News
  Abbey Mastracco and columnist Jeff Miller break down the Dodgers NLCS Game 3 6-0 victory over the Cubs.Trouble viewing on mobile? See video.
  Share • October 19, 2016 at 1:35 AM
• NLCS Game 3: Second consecutive shutout win puts Dodgers in the driver's seat.
  From the Web › LA Daily News
  The Dodgers extended their streak of scoreless innings pitched to 18, beating the Chicago Cubs 6-0 to take a two-games-to-one lead in the National League Championship...
  Share • October 19, 2016 at 1:35 AM
• Secondary pitches real weapons for Urias
  From the Web › MLB.com
  Dodgers' rookie pitcher Julio Urias is leaning on his curveball and slider much more now than when he faced the Cubs in June.
  Share • October 19, 2016 at 1:35 AM
• Another shutout? Even Joe Maddon is at a loss for words
  From the Web › ESPN
  As the Cubs' scoreless streak continues, their outspoken skipper is keeping his cool -- but coming up short on answers.
  Share • October 19, 2016 at 12:35 AM
• Urias looks to follow Dodgers' blueprint vs. Cubs
  From the Web › MLB.com
  Dodgers rookie Julio Urias faces a tall order in the biggest start of his brief career, but at least he knows the job can be done. He's watched Clayton Kershaw and Rich...
  Share • October 19, 2016 at 12:35 AM
• Statcast of the Day: Dodgers have a lot of curve
  From the Web › MLB.com
  Rich Hill threw his curve even more than usual in Tuesday's win -- a whopping 55 percent of his 93 pitches. And as the game progressed, the pitch became increasingly...
  Share • October 19, 2016 at 12:35 AM
• Will Jansen wear out as bullpen workhorse?
  From the Web › MLB.com
  While Twitter teemed with debate as to whether Kenley Jansen is being overused, the Dodgers' closer said he heard no such talk in the dugout. Once again, this was his...
  Share • October 19, 2016 at 12:35 AM
• Rich Hill's biggest start works out just fine for the Dodgers
  From the Web › Los Angeles Times
  Rich Hill brought his staple strategy to his biggest stage yet, but not his standard stuff. The strategy — all he has, all of the time — superseded...
  Share • October 18, 2016 at 11:35 PM
• 'A little momentum' for the Dodgers feels like a lot as they take the series lead
  From the Web › Los Angeles Times
  The realization pounded through Chavez Ravine in rhythm with a stadium that was shaking to its ancient core. The awareness emerged through Yasmani Grandal's fist pump...
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• Rich Hill wins one for starting pitchers everywhere, shaking off the hook in Game 3
  From the Web › LA Daily News
  LOS ANGELES -- It's difficult to pitch with a bungee cord attached to your belt, which is why starting pitchers are so jumpy these days.Any loud noise, and the manager...
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• Two to go; Dodgers, Hill stifle Cubs as LA takes 2-1 NLCS lead
  From the Web › LA Daily News
  LOS ANGELES >> Yeah, just like that.The Dodgers acquired Rich Hill at the trade deadline in July because they thought he was an elite-level starting pitcher they could...
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• Ex-Cub Hill pitches Dodgers to NLCS lead
  From the Web › ESPN
  Journeyman Rich Hill's performance in Game 3 helped extend his former team's scoreless streak to 18 innings -- and put L.A. up 2-1.
  Share • October 18, 2016 at 11:35 PM
• In NLCS Game 4, elder Lackey faces youngster Urias
  From the Web › Yahoo! Sports
  John Lackey, the 37-year-old Chicago Cubs pitcher, was asked Tuesday what it might be like for 20-year-old Los Angeles Dodgers lefty Julio Urias, Lackey's counterpart in...
  Share • October 18, 2016 at 11:35 PM
• LA leaning toward holding Kershaw for Game 6
  From the Web › MLB.com
  The Dodgers' 6-0 win over the Cubs in Game 3 of the National League Championship Series Tuesday night virtually assured that Game 1 starter Kenta Maeda will get the call...
  Share • October 18, 2016 at 11:35 PM
• Blanton gets back on track with perfect inning
  From the Web › MLB.com
  Joe Blanton rebounded from his Game 1 debacle by turning in a scoreless inning in the Dodgers' Game 3 win, retiring Javier Baez on a liner to third base, pinch-hitter...
  Share • October 18, 2016 at 11:35 PM
• Beverly Hill: Credit LA lefty as Cubs go chopping
  From the Web › MLB.com
  In the space of two nights -- one in northeastern Illinois, one in Southern California -- the postseason outlook of the Los Angeles Dodgers has been changed, altered...
  Share • October 18, 2016 at 11:35 PM
• Dodgers' 2 HRs, 10 hits crush Cubs
  From the Web › MLB.com
  Yasmani Grandal smacked a two-run homer off Jake Arrieta in the fourth inning of Game 3 of the NLCS, and Justin Turner added a solo shot in the sixth. The Dodgers have...
  Share • October 18, 2016 at 11:35 PM
• Dodgers Blank Cubs to Take Series Lead
  From the Web › CineSport
  Rich Hill tossed six scoreless innings as the Dodgers took a 2-1 lead in the NLCS with a 6-0 win over the Cubs in Game 3. Managers Dave Roberts and Joe Maddon spoke...
  Share • October 18, 2016 at 10:35 PM
• Dodgers' Corey Seager shows he's more than a first-inning threat
  From the Web › Los Angeles Times
  Corey Seager had three hits in Game 3 of the National League Championship Series against Chicago on Tuesday, but the big news was that two of them came after the first...
  Share • October 18, 2016 at 10:35 PM
• Yasmani Grandal breaks out of slump with NLCS Game 3 home run
  From the Web › LA Daily News
  LOS ANGELES >> Before Tuesday, Yasmani Grandal's most noticeable contribution to the playoffs was accusing the Chicago Cubs of stealing signs.He changed that with one...
  Share • October 18, 2016 at 10:35 PM
• Corey Seager, Yasmani Grandal come up big for Dodgers against Cubs
  From the Web › LA Daily News
  LOS ANGELES >> He actually was talking about his starting pitchers, but Dave Roberts' words -- much like his shuffling roster of players this season -- worked well in...
  Share • October 18, 2016 at 10:35 PM
• Two to go; Dodgers, Hill stifle Cubs as L.A. takes NLCS lead
  From the Web › LA Daily News
  LOS ANGELES >> Yeah, just like that.The Dodgers acquired Rich Hill at the trade deadline in July because they thought he was an elite-level starting pitcher they could...
  Share • October 18, 2016 at 10:35 PM
• Difference-maker: Corey Seager has a breakthrough
  From the Web › ESPN
  The Dodgers shortstop finally had a multihit game, finally got a hit outside the first inning and finally got a hit with a runner in scoring position.
  Share • October 18, 2016 at 10:35 PM
• What we learned: Don't book those Cleveland-to-Chicago flights just yet
  From the Web › ESPN
  What we learned: Don't book those Cleveland-to-Chicago flights just yet
  Share • October 18, 2016 at 10:35 PM
• Ex-Yankee Kuroda to retire after Japan Series
  From the Web › ESPN
  Former Yankee Hiroki Kuroda, who went 10-8 this season with a 3.09 ERA to help the Hiroshima Carp to their seventh Central League title, announced he will retire at the...
  Share • October 18, 2016 at 10:35 PM
• Former Yankee Kuroda to retire after Japan Series
  From the Web › Yahoo! Sports
  Former New York Yankees pitcher Hiroki Kuroda announced he will retire at the end of the Japan Series. Kuroda, 41, went 10-8 this season with a 3.09 ERA to help the...
  Share • October 18, 2016 at 10:35 PM
• DYK: Facts and figures from NLCS Game 3
  From the Web › MLB.com
  The Dodgers took a 2-1 lead in the National League Championship Series with a 6-0 victory over the Cubs in Game 3 on Tuesday.
  Share • October 18, 2016 at 10:35 PM
• NLCS 2016: Three takeaways as Dodgers take 2-1 series lead over Cubs
  From the Web › Sporting News
  The Dodgers are two wins away from sending the Cubs home without a World Series title for the 108th consecutive year.
  Share • October 18, 2016 at 9:35 PM
• Cubs getting left behind in NLCS after another Dodgers southpaw starter silences bats
  From the Web › Sporting News
  Rich Hill followed up Clayton Kershaw's Game 2 gem with a strong outing in Game 3. After another shutout win, LA is in control of the series vs. a suddenly vulnerable...
  Share • October 18, 2016 at 9:35 PM
• Rich Hill pitches Dodgers to 2-1 NLCS lead
  From the Web › LA Daily News
  LOS ANGELES - Yeah, just like that.The Dodgers acquired Rich Hill at the trade deadline in July because they thought he was an elite-level starting pitcher they could...
  Share • October 18, 2016 at 9:35 PM
• Rich Hill is the latest Dodger to leave Cubs with a blank slate; LA takes 2-1 NLCS lead
  From the Web › LA Daily News
  LOS ANGELES >> Few Cubs' teams, over the decades, have been truly ruthless. This one was.It averaged 4.99 runs per game, led the National League in on-base percentage...
  Share • October 18, 2016 at 9:35 PM
• NLCS Game 3: Dodgers shut out Cubs again to take series lead
  From the Web › Yahoo! Sports
  Rich Hill was on his game in a brilliant Game 3 performance on Tuesday. It wasn't even a week ago we were questioning if the Los Angeles Dodgers had enough pitching to...
  Share • October 18, 2016 at 9:35 PM
• Dodgers shut out Cubs for 2-1 NL series lead
  From the Web › Yahoo! Sports
  (The Sports Xchange) - Yasmani Grandal and Justin Turner homered to back the masterful pitching of Rich Hill as the Los Angeles Dodgers blanked the Chicago Cubs 6-0 on...
  Share • October 18, 2016 at 9:35 PM
• Hill outpitches Arrieta; Dodgers beat Cubs 6-0 for NLCS lead
  From the Web › Yahoo! Sports
  Fourteen months removed from independent ball on Long Island, Rich Hill pitched the Los Angeles Dodgers into a 2-1 NL Championship Series lead. Hill allowed two hits in...
  Share • October 18, 2016 at 9:35 PM
• Cubs' slump gets critical in 2nd straight NLCS shutout loss
  From the Web › Yahoo! Sports
  The Chicago Cubs' powerful lineup is getting silenced in the NL Championship Series. With every swing and miss, the postseason pressure is mounting. The Dodgers took a...
  Share • October 18, 2016 at 9:35 PM
• Oct. 18 Dave Roberts postgame interview
  From the Web › MLB.com
  Dodgers manager Dave Roberts discusses Game 3 of the National League Championship Series.
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• Oct. 18 Yasmani Grandal, Rich Hill postgame interview
  From the Web › MLB.com
  Dodgers manager Dave Roberts discusses Game 3 of the National League Championship Series.
  Share • October 18, 2016 at 9:35 PM
• Seager sparks Dodgers' bats in Game 3 win
  From the Web › MLB.com
  Corey Seager's first hit outside of the first inning this postseason put the Dodgers on the board against Jake Arrieta in a 6-0 win over the Cubs on Tuesday night in...
  Share • October 18, 2016 at 9:35 PM
• Filthy Rich: LA blanks Cubs again!
  From the Web › MLB.com
  Jake Arrieta threw a no-hitter when he pitched in Dodger Stadium 14 months ago. But that was then and this is the National League Championship Series and the Dodgers...
  Share • October 18, 2016 at 9:35 PM
• Dave Roberts' use of Kenley Jansen in the ninth inning of NLCS Game 3 was unnecessary
  From the Web › HardballTalk
  The Dodgers had a 99% chance to win entering the ninth inning, making it seem unnecessary for manager Dave Roberts to lean on closer Kenley Jansen.
  Share • October 18, 2016 at 9:35 PM
• Dodgers bully Cubs' Jake Arrieta in 6-0 win, take 2-1 NLCS lead
  From the Web › Los Angeles Times
  Yasmani Grandal dropped his bat in the dirt Tuesday and admired his own strength. He watched as his two-run homer disappeared from sight in the fourth inning of this 6-0...
  Share • October 18, 2016 at 8:35 PM
• Julio Urias' demeanor has always defied his age
  From the Web › LA Daily News
  LOS ANGELES >> When Julio Urias was a teenager pitching in Mexico, the Dodgers left each scouting trip with the same question as every organization: would the benign...
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• Rich Hill blanks Cubs as Dodgers take NLCS lead
  From the Web › ESPN
  Rich Hill blanks Cubs as Dodgers take NLCS lead
  Share • October 18, 2016 at 8:35 PM
• Rich Hill silences Cubs in 6-0 victory, Dodgers take 2-1 NLCS lead
  From the Web › HardballTalk
  Rich Hill nullified the Cubs' bats, helping the Dodgers skip to a 6-0 victory in Game 3 of the NLCS.
  Share • October 18, 2016 at 8:35 PM
• The Cubs' John Lackey is a postseason vet, not a rookie any more
  From the Web › LA Daily News
  LOS ANGELES >> Fourteen years ago, when Joe Maddon was the Angels bench coach, his team handed the ball for Game 7 of the World Series to an untested rookie named John...
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• Tale of the Tape: Lackey, Urias in battle of ages
  From the Web › MLB.com
  The MLB postseason has seen rookie pitchers face off against veterans before, but gaps in experience like the matchup at Dodger Stadium on Wednesday night are few and...
  Share • October 18, 2016 at 7:35 PM
• Seager's single opens Game 3 scoring
  From the Web › MLB.com
  Corey Seager's first hit outside of the first inning this postseason gave the Dodgers the lead against Jake Arrieta and the Cubs in Game 3 of the National League...
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• Grandal, Turner take Arrieta deep
  From the Web › MLB.com
  Yasmani Grandal smacked a two-run homer off Jake Arrieta in the fourth inning of Game 3 of the NLCS, and Justin Turner added a solo shot in the sixth.
  Share • October 18, 2016 at 7:35 PM
• Live updates: Dodgers take on Cubs in Game 5, with series tied 2-2
  From the Web › Los Angeles Times
  Game 4 of the NLCS between the Dodgers and the Cubs is tonight at Dodger Stadium.
  Share • October 18, 2016 at 6:35 PM
• Dodgers mural unveiled in Los Angeles ahead of NLCS Game 3
  From the Web › ESPN
  A trio of artists completed a Dodgers mural in Venice Beach to welcome the team home for the next three games of the NLCS.
  Share • October 18, 2016 at 6:35 PM
• LEADING OFF: Indians aim to win ALCS; Game 4 of Cubs-Dodgers
  From the Web › Yahoo! Sports
  The Indians try to earn their first World Series trip since 1997 when rookie Ryan Merritt starts Game 5 of the AL Championship Series vs. Marco Estrada in Toronto. Down...
  Share • October 18, 2016 at 6:35 PM
• Monday a natural choice for Game 3 first pitch
  From the Web › MLB.com
  Rick Monday had plenty of significant moments playing as and against the Dodgers, making him a natural selection for the honor of throwing the ceremonial first pitch...
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• Dodgers' Urias to become youngest starter in MLB playoffs
  From the Web › Yahoo! Sports
  Julio Urias finally is getting to start for the Los Angeles Dodgers in the postseason. The 20-year-old rookie from Mexico came on in relief in a decisive Game 5 of the...
  Share • October 18, 2016 at 5:35 PM
• Dodgers' Julio Urias to become the youngest starting pitcher in major league playoff history
  From the Web › Los Angeles Times
  A look at Game 4 of the National League Championship Series between the Los Angeles Dodgers and Chicago Cubs When: Wednesday, 5 p.m. PDT Where: Dodger Stadium TV: FS1...
  Share • October 18, 2016 at 4:35 PM
• Follow ladailynews on Snapchat to see the Dodgers and the Cubs in the NLCS
  From the Web › LA Daily News
  The Los Angeles Dodgers are back in LA to face the Chicago Cubs in the National League Championship Series. The winner of the best-of-seven series will move on to the...
  Share • October 18, 2016 at 4:35 PM
• Dodgers won't rule out Kershaw for NLCS Game 5
  From the Web › ESPN
  Asked about the possibility of ace Clayton Kershaw pitching on short rest in Game 5 of the NLCS, Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said it was not out of the question under...
  Share • October 18, 2016 at 4:35 PM
• Kershaw likely for G6, but G5 still a possibility
  From the Web › MLB.com
  Dodgers workhorse Clayton Kershaw did not throw a bullpen session on Tuesday, and by the time Dave Roberts was done addressing why, it sounded like Kershaw was more...
  Share • October 18, 2016 at 4:35 PM
• What to know before the Dodgers take on the Cubs today in NLCS Game 3
  From the Web › LA Daily News
  The Los Angeles Dodgers will try to move within two victories of their first World Series berth since 1988 when they play host to the Chicago Cubs in Game 3 of the...
  Share • October 18, 2016 at 3:35 PM
• Cubs shuffle lineup, move up Baez, sit Heyward
  From the Web › ESPN
  Cubs manager Joe Maddon has elected to shuffle his lineup ahead of Game 3 of the NLCS by moving Javier Baez up to fifth and sitting Jason Heyward.
  Share • October 18, 2016 at 3:35 PM
• NLCS Game 3: Dodgers, Cubs lineups.
  From the Web › LA Daily News
  Game day. #Dodgers #Cubs #NLCS #baseball A photo posted by J.P. Hoornstra (@jphoornstra) on Oct 18, 2016 at 2:14pm PDT Here are the lineups for Game 3 of the National...
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• Lasorda at Dodger Stadium for NLCS Game 3
  From the Web › ESPN
  Hall of Fame manager Tom Lasorda is at Dodger Stadium on Tuesday for Game 3 of the NL Championship Series, a day after being released from a hospital.
  Share • October 18, 2016 at 2:35 PM
• Dodgers great Tommy Lasorda out of hospital in time for NLCS
  From the Web › Yahoo! Sports
  LOS ANGELES -- Hall of Fame manager Tommy Lasorda was at Dodger Stadium on Tuesday for Game 3 of the NL Championship Series, a day after being released from a...
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• NLCS Game 3 starting lineups: Cubs vs. Dodgers
  From the Web › MLB.com
  Here are the starting lineups for Game 3 of the National League Championship Series between the Dodgers and the Cubs, tonight at 8 p.m. ET at Dodger Stadium. The...
  Share • October 18, 2016 at 2:35 PM
• The Cubs aren't worried ... but maybe they should be
  From the Web › Sporting News
  The Cubs are tied with the Dodgers in the NLCS. Should they be concerned about making it to the World Series?
  Share • October 18, 2016 at 1:35 PM
• NLCS Game 3 starting lineups: Dodgers vs. Cubs
  From the Web › MLB.com
  Here are the starting lineups for Game 3 of the National League Championship Series between the Dodgers and the Cubs, tonight at 8 p.m. ET at Dodger Stadium. The...
  Share • October 18, 2016 at 1:35 PM
• Los Angeles Dodgers vs. Chicago Cubs, NLCS Game 3 live blog
  From the Web › LA Daily News
  Live blog and chat from NLCS Game 3: Chicago Cubs at Los Angeles Dodgers, 5:05 p.m., Tuesday, Oct. 18. (FS1)Trouble viewing on mobile? See full stream.
  Share • October 18, 2016 at 12:35 PM
• Cubs' offensive struggles could cause them to be 'left' behind
  From the Web › ESPN
  Cubs' offensive struggles could cause them to be 'left' behind
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• Start times set for World Series
  From the Web › MLB.com
  Major League Baseball has announced the start times for the World Series, scheduled to begin Tuesday in Cleveland, where the Indians will play host to the winner of the...
  Share • October 18, 2016 at 9:35 AM
• Dodgers Dugout: A foolproof plan to defeat the Cubs
  From the Web › Los Angeles Times
  Hi, and welcome to another edition of Dodgers Dugout. My name is Houston Mitchell, and can we finally put the "Clayton Kershaw can't handle the postseason" theory to...
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• Los Angeles Dodgers have earned strong standing with the Latino community
  From the Web › ESPN
  Los Angeles Dodgers have earned strong standing with the Latino community
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• MLB roundup: Examining Rizzo's, Russell's postseason struggles
  From the Web › ESPN
  MLB roundup: Examining Rizzo's, Russell's postseason struggles
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• Kuroda will call it a career following Japan Series
  From the Web › MLB.com
  Japanese pitcher Hiroki Kuroda, who spent seven seasons in the Major Leagues, announced Tuesday he will retire at the end of the season.
  Share • October 18, 2016 at 8:35 AM
• Ultimate guide for Game 3: Who will take series lead?
  From the Web › ESPN
  Can Jake Arrieta beat the Dodgers with his fastball? How deep in the game can Rich Hill go? Setting up Game 3 of the NLCS.
  Share • October 18, 2016 at 7:35 AM
• MLB Rumor Central: Could the Mets pursue Kenley Jansen?
  From the Web › ESPN
  In this era of mega bullpens, could the Mets go after impending Dodgers free agent Kenley Jansen this winter to pair with Jeurys Familia?
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• Hiroki Kuroda is retiring
  From the Web › HardballTalk
  The Kyodo News reports that former Yankees and Dodgers pitcher Hiroki Kuroda will retire at the end of the season. Kuroda left MLB after the 2014 season and has been...
  Share • October 18, 2016 at 7:35 AM
• Does starting on short rest work in October?
  From the Web › ESPN
  Aiming for an ALCS sweep, the Indians will start Corey Kluber on short rest, and the Dodgers may need to lean on Clayton Kershaw. Have teams had much success with...
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• Promising young cores bode well for both Dodgers, Cubs
  From the Web › ESPN
  This NLCS between the Cubs and Dodgers might be the first of many playoff meetings between the teams, which are both reliant on young, talented cores.
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• Playoff Reset: Cubs vs. Dodgers NLCS Game 3
  From the Web › HardballTalk
  You have heard "Spahn and Sain and pray for rain?" But does anything rhyme with "Kershaw?"
  Share • October 18, 2016 at 6:35 AM