Heading into Game 4, the defending champs could have concerns about their banged-up stars, lineup misfires and even their closer.
Justin Verlander vs. Chris Sale promises to be everything we could ask for in a Game 1 scenario. But we know winning teams in October are built with deep bullpens, and the depth of both pitching staffs will be tested in this ALDS clash.
From 100-win teams and dominant stars to lengthy title droughts and long shots with hopes of making a deep run, this year's playoffs have something for everyone. Here's what matters most as an epic October begins.
Dodgers first baseman Adrian Gonzalez was adamant he was safe despite being ruled out at home following a controversial replay review that he said swung the momentum of Wednesday's NLCS Game 4.
Indians relief pitcher Andrew Miller was named MVP of the AL Championship Series after his latest outing helped Cleveland clinch its first World Series berth since 1997.
The secret to the Royals' string of improbable rallies? They 'keep the line moving' when things get tough, which is exactly what Kansas City did to stun David Price and build a 2-0 ALCS lead.
