The Astros advanced as did the Diamondbacks. The poor Phillies actually have to play another game.
West Notes: Moreno, Sanchez, Angels. No! Not Arte Moreno, The Angels news is about Benji Gil being a potential manager candidate.
Will Venable is planning to stay with the Rangers. Giants outfielder Austin Slater had elbow surgery. He’s supposed to be OK for spring. Byron Buxton got onto the Twins roster instead of Alex Kirilloff.
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