Sports News Today — October 8, 2026
Dodgers-Brewers NLCS showdown is set! Here's how each team can reach the World Series and more — today's sports signal.
The MLB playoffs are heating up and today's action is a perfect example of why fans love this time of year, with several teams facing do-or-die situations and coming out on top. The Guardians are a great example of this, as they staved off elimination in Game 3 thanks in large part to a dominant performance from Jose Ramirez, who fueled their win with a do-it-all effort. The Guardians' bats also broke out in a big way, helping them avoid elimination and stay alive in the playoffs.
As the playoffs continue to unfold, the Dodgers and Brewers are set to face off in the NLCS, with each team looking to advance to the World Series. The Brewers are currently in control and have the NLCS matchup in sight, but the Dodgers will undoubtedly be looking to bounce back and take the series. Meanwhile, the Yankees and Rays are trading scores in a tight Game 3, with the outcome still very much up in the air. With so much on the line and several teams fighting for their playoff lives, today's games are a must-watch for any baseball fan, and we've got you covered with live updates and analysis of all the action.
Today's signal:
• Dodgers-Brewers NLCS showdown is set! Here's how each team can reach the World Series (espn.com)
• Follow live: Brewers in control with NLCS matchup vs. Dodgers in sight (espn.com)
• Ramirez's do-it-all performance fuels Guardians' win in 'do-or-die' Game 3 (espn.com)
• Follow live: Yankees, Rays trading scores in tight Game 3 (espn.com)
• Guardians break out bats with season on line, stave off elimination in Game 3 (espn.com)
• Follow live: Jose Ramirez manufactures a run to pad Guardians' lead (espn.com)