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- 1Tracy takes blame for lifting Gray in decisive playoff game▼'That falls on me': Tracy owns decision to lift Gray in decisive Game 2 of ALWC
Manager Tracy publicly accepted responsibility for his decision to pull pitcher Gray during Game 2 of the American League Wild Card Series, telling reporters "That falls on me." The pitching change came in a decisive elimination game, and the choice is being scrutinized after it factored into the outcome of the contest.
- 2Sonny Gray criticizes Red Sox after early hook in Wild Card loss▼Former Cardinal Sonny Gray subtly rips Red Sox's philosophy after botching ALWCS Former St. Louis Cardinals starter Sonn
Former St. Louis Cardinals starter Sonny Gray voiced frustration after being pulled from Game 2 of the American League Wild Card Series against the New York Yankees with only 70 pitches thrown. Pitching for Boston, Gray suggested the club's analytics-driven philosophy cost the team in the series, drawing attention from fans and pundits debating the Red Sox's pitching decisions.
- 3Aaron Judge out for ALWCS as Stanton makes Yankees roster▼MLB: Aaron Judge won't play ALWCS; Giancarlo Stanton makes roster … https://www. espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/500587 10/aaron
The New York Yankees will be without Aaron Judge for the American League Wild Card Series, with a source confirming he is not on the roster. Slugger Giancarlo Stanton has been included instead, giving the lineup a power option as the club opens its postseason run without its captain.
- 4Astros eliminated in AL wild card sweep after AL West title▼After clawing way to AL West title, Astros' postseason ends with ALWC sweep
The Houston Astros, who fought their way to the American League West division title this season, have been knocked out of the playoffs after being swept in the American League Wild Card round. The early exit ends a season in which the team clawed its way to the top of its division, leaving fans and commentators reacting to the abrupt postseason ending.
- 5Astros bullpen game backfires, leaving must-win Game 2▼Bullpen game struggles put Astros in must-win position for ALWC G2
The Houston Astros turned to a bullpen game in Game 1 of the American League Wild Card Series, and the plan went poorly, leaving the club facing elimination heading into Game 2. Analysts are debating whether manager Joe Espada's pitching strategy cost Houston its best chance to advance, with the roster now under pressure to avoid an early playoff exit.
- 6Astros bullpen falters, face must-win wild card Game 2●Bullpen game struggles put Astros in must-win position for ALWC G2 https://www. mlb.com/news/astros-lose-al-wi ld-card-g
The Houston Astros dropped Game 1 of the American League Wild Card Series after a bullpen game failed, with their relief pitching worn thin from heavy use during the late-season push for a playoff spot. The loss leaves Houston facing elimination in Game 2, where they must win to keep their postseason alive.
- 7Red Sox Announce Lineup for ALWC Game 1 at Yankees●# RedSox tonight in ALWC Series Game 1 at # Yankees : Roman Anthony DH Adley Rutschman C Willson Contreras 1B Wilyer Abr
The Boston Red Sox have released their starting lineup for Game 1 of the AL Wild Card Series against the New York Yankees. Roman Anthony serves as designated hitter, Adley Rutschman catches, Willson Contreras plays first base, and Payton Tolle gets the start on the mound. Wilyer Abreu, Ceddanne Rafaela, Nick Sogard, Jarren Duran, Trevor Story and Caleb Durbin round out the order as the rivals open the postseason series in New York.