The New York Yankees managed to avoid a sweep by defeating the Los Angeles Dodgers 11-4 in Game 4 of the World Series. Anthony Volpe’s grand slam and historic performance helped the Yankees secure their first lead in the series since Game 1. The victory was crucial for the Yankees who are now facing Game 5 with Jack Flaherty vs. Gerrit Cole on the mound. Cole’s impressive postseason stats give the Yankees hope as they try to avoid being the first team to come back from a 3-0 deficit to win a World Series.
In other baseball news, the Chicago White Sox have hired Will Venable as their new manager, following a disappointing 41-121 season. The Women’s Pro Baseball League announced plans to start in 2026, becoming the first professional baseball league for women in the northeastern United States. This move comes after a documentary on women’s baseball premiered on MLB Network and a successful season for the WNBA.
As the World Series continues, fans can look forward to exciting matchups and developments on and off the field. With women’s sports gaining momentum, the addition of a professional baseball league for women is a significant step forward for the sports industry. Stay tuned for more updates as the baseball season progresses.
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