Taillon, Jameson (1991- )

With Dansby Swanson, Cubs Start to Rebuild

After their World Series curse was lifted, the Cubs faded away and jettisoned their stars. The brutal process of starting over took a turn this off-season thanks to $310 million in free agents.

By Scott Miller

Baseball Houston Astros New York Yankees Playoff Games Taillon, Jameson (1991- ) Verlander, Justin

ALCS: Justin Verlander Dominates for Astros in Win Over Yankees

Justin Verlander struck out 11 batters and Houston beat up on the Yankees’ bullpen in a convincing Game 1 victory.

By James Wagner

Baseball Bieber, Shane (1995- ) Cortes, Nestor Jr (1994- ) New York Yankees Playoff Games Ramirez, Jose (1992- ) Stanton, Giancarlo Taillon, Jameson (1991- )

ALDS: Guardians Beat Yankees in Game 2, Tying Series

Asked to pitch in relief for the first time in his career, Jameson Taillon was undone in the 10th inning by soft contact, a defensive miscue and a line drive.

By James Wagner