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Elephant Rumblings: Midweek Update

Welcome to Wednesday A’s fans. Two games have taken place in both the American League (AL) and National League (NL) best-of-seven Championship Series. The winners of these will face each other for the national title. In the NL, the league-best…

Published: Wednesday, 14 October 2026 at 2:00 PM
Elephant Rumblings: Midweek Update
Key Things to Know
  • Ben Wiley delivers a midweek MLB playoff roundup and analyzes the Athletics' ongoing general manager search.
  • The Milwaukee Brewers lead the Los Angeles Dodgers 2-0 in the NLCS heading into Game 3.
  • The Tampa Bay Rays defeated the Cleveland Guardians 3-1 to tie the ALCS at one game apiece.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Athletics Nation writer Ben Wiley provides a midweek update highlighting Major League Baseball postseason action and the Athletics' ongoing front-office search. In the Championship Series, the Milwaukee Brewers hold a 2-0 lead over the Los Angeles Dodgers as the NLCS moves to Los Angeles, while the Tampa Bay Rays evened the ALCS at 1-1 following a 3-1 victory over the Cleveland Guardians.

Wiley warns that the Athletics risk having fewer general manager options if owner John Fisher and president Marc Badain drag out their search. He notes the Houston Astros are also seeking a general manager, making a timely hire essential as the club looks to address pitching needs ahead of next season.

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