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Next Steps for the St. Louis Cardinals to Win the World Series

For the fourth time in the last decade, the St. Louis Cardinals are in the World Series. They don't know whom they will play, but they have locked up a spot in the Fall Classic.

No matter whom they face, it will be a rematch of one of their recent World Series appearances. The Boston Red Sox swept the Cardinals back in 2004, and St. Louis beat the Detroit Tigers in 2006.

Critical Managerial Moves That Shifted the ALCS, NLCS

Managing during the regular season and playoffs are two entirely different animals. In the postseason, skippers are constantly faced with contentious situations that not only make or break a game, but also the season.

And while the focus of the playoffs tends to be on stars performing to their regular-season accolades, the decisions managers green light often have a similarly drastic effect on a game’s outcome.

Clayton Kershaw Reportedly Offered $300 Million Dodgers Contract During Season

Clayton Kershaw isn't eligible for free agency until after the 2015 season, but the Dodgers don't want to waste any time locking up their ace southpaw.

ESPN's Buster Olney reported on Saturday that the Dodgers offered Kershaw a contract in the $300 million range during the season:

World Series Schedule 2013: Date and Start Time for Each Fall Classic Game

Clear your schedule for the next two weeks, because the 2013 World Series is right around the corner. 

The annual Fall Classic begins Wednesday, Oct. 23, at 7:30 p.m. on FOX.

The St. Louis Cardinals will be representing the National League after their 4-2 NLCS win over the Los Angeles Dodgers.

Boston Red Sox vs. Detroit Tigers Game 6: Live Score and ALCS Highlights

The Boston Red Sox and Detroit Tigers are currently locked in a battle in Game 6 of the ALCS.

Top 9th: Red Sox 5, Tigers 2

 

Note: Hit me up on Twitter @chris_stephens6 with your thoughts and analysis. I will get in as many of your tweets as possible.

World Series Schedule 2013: Where to Watch Fall Classic

The St. Louis Cardinals punched their ticket to the 2013 World Series on Friday night, and the Boston Red Sox will attempt to join them with a win Saturday. The Cards pounded Clayton Kershaw for seven runs in just four innings, while Michael Wacha and two relievers kept the harmless Dodger bats in check. When the assault was done, the Cards were victorious, 9-0. 

Felix Hernandez's Wife Alleged Victim of Wire Fraud by Teammate's Wife

The wife of third-year Seattle Mariners outfielder Carlos Peguero is facing federal charges after allegedly making $180,000 in unauthorized purchases on a debit card belonging to the wife of Seattle starting pitcher Felix Hernandez, reports Mike Carter of The Seattle Times.

MLB Picks: Detroit Tigers vs. Boston Red Sox, ALCS Game 6

The Boston Red Sox own a perfect 5-0 record when playing the sixth game of a postseason series at home, which is important to consider when making your MLB picks Saturday as they try to eliminate the Detroit Tigers in this best-of-seven series at Fenway Park.

Cold Hard Fact for Saturday, October 19, 2013

Fact: Yogi Berra (10) and Joe DiMaggio (9) are the only two players in MLB history who have played on nine or more World Series teams. 

Bleacher Report will be bringing sports fans the most interesting, engaging Cold Hard Fact of the day, presented by Coors Light.

Source: Sports Trivia Championship

Chicago Cubs: Mike Olt Should Not Make Opening Day Roster

It should come as no surprise that recently acquired Chicago Cubs infield prospect Mike Olt is already looking forward to next season. Coming off a rough 2012, in which he was not only traded but battled vision problems, Olt sees the potential opportunity in front of him and is going to do everything he can to seize it. 

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