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SAN DIEGO — Leave it to A.J. Preller to strike first.

MLB executives weighed in on the expanded playoffs at the general managers meetings.

The Padres had the most Silver Sluggers with three—though all three came to the team in midseason trades.

Padres President of Baseball Operations A.J. Preller and his staff are here to find out what is possible.

NEW YORK — With the 2022 MLB season now firmly in the rearview mirror, and teams shifting their plans toward next year, a few lessons from this year’s postseason should serve as a guiding light for front offices on the cusp of fielding a contender.

The Astros won it for Dusty.

SAN DIEGO — You can't find a World Series trophy in the Padres' display case, but an artist's paint brush, cast in gold, would be appropriate, in honor of three select Padres greats — each one homegrown — who dominated with flair and unorthodox brilliance that made them more interesting.

PHILADELPHIA — If timing is everything, then Bryce Harper is all things.

If you thought the first two World Series games were exciting, just wait until tonight. For the first time in 13 years, Philadelphia is hosting a World Series game—and it’s on Halloween night, against the villains of baseball, one day after the Eagles defeated the Steelers at home to improve…

All along, the Phillies liked their chances in any postseason series, against any team, provided they were able to start Zack Wheeler and Aaron Nola in the first two games. It’s what makes them dangerous. It’s probably the biggest reason they won the pennant.

It’s Philadelphia v Houston in the 118th Fall Classic. Our writers forecast the MVP, trends to watch and the eventual champion