Blue Jays SS Bichette hoping to return in ALDS

Shortstop Bo Bichette, sidelined since Sept. 7 with a sprained left knee, is hopeful he can return when the Toronto Blue Jays open their American League Division Series next week at Rogers Centre, telling reporters that “every day, I’m feeling better.” Source: ESPN Baseball Headlines {$excerpt:n} Blue Jays SS Bichette hoping to return in ALDS

Ohtani likely to pitch G3 if series goes that far

Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts told reporters Monday that if a Game 3 is needed in the wild-card series against the Cincinnati Reds, Shohei Ohtani, who made his final regular-season start last Tuesday, would “probably” start the decisive tilt. Source: ESPN Baseball Headlines {$excerpt:n} Ohtani likely to pitch G3 if series goes that far

Bochy, winningest active manager, out in Texas

Bruce Bochy, who guided the Rangers to their only World Series championship, will not return as manager in 2026, the team announced Monday. Source: ESPN Baseball Headlines {$excerpt:n} Bochy, winningest active manager, out in Texas

Auction of Willie Mays' collection nets over $6.5M

Items from Willie Mays’ personal collection netted over $6.5 million across a two-day auction that benefited the late Hall of Famer’s foundation. Source: ESPN Baseball Headlines {$excerpt:n} Auction of Willie Mays' collection nets over .5M

Mets to retain Mendoza; no guarantees for staff

After failing to clinch a playoff spot amid very high expectations, Carlos Mendoza will return as manager of the Mets for the 2026 season, the team said. Source: ESPN Baseball Headlines {$excerpt:n} Mets to retain Mendoza; no guarantees for staff

Twins fire Baldelli after roster purge, 70-92 mark

The Twins fired manager Rocco Baldelli, ending his seven-year tenure that included three American League Central titles after a second straight disappointing season. Source: ESPN Baseball Headlines {$excerpt:n} Twins fire Baldelli after roster purge, 70-92 mark

Red Sox won't have Giolito (elbow) vs. Yankees

Red Sox right-hander Lucas Giolito will not be on the active roster for the AL Wild Card Series against the Yankees because of an elbow issue, Alex Cora said. Source: ESPN Baseball Headlines {$excerpt:n} Red Sox won't have Giolito (elbow) vs. Yankees

Cardinals', Brewers' booth guys make Frick ballot

John Rooney of the St. Louis Cardinals and Brian Anderson of the Milwaukee Brewers are newcomers to the ballot for the Hall of Fame’s 2026 Ford C. Frick Award for excellence in baseball broadcasting. Source: ESPN Baseball Headlines {$excerpt:n} Cardinals', Brewers' booth guys make Frick ballot