3 keys for Game 3: What to watch for tonight

3 keys for Game 3: What to watch for…

October 30, 2023
by RJ Hamster

Monday, October 30

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Good morning! Get ready for a pitching matchup for the (variety of) ages.

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3 key storylines for Game 3 of the World Series

A pair of stars hoping to break out of October-long slumps and a pitching matchup between a seasoned veteran and a rookie are among the factors that could swing World Series Game 3.

Rangers vs. D-backs World Series Game 3 FAQ (Tonight, 8 ET, FOX)

After the Answerbacks did their thing in Game 2 in Arlington to tie up the World Series, now it is the Rangers trying to rebound in a critical road game.

Scherzer ready for Game 3: ‘You have to match the moment’

Max Scherzer will be pitching in his third World Series, first appearing for the Tigers in 2012 and winning it all with the Nationals in ’19.

How Pfaadt went from 5.72 ERA to World Series starter

Brandon Pfaadt encountered plenty of growing pains during his first Major League season, but he has rounded into form at the right time for the D-backs.

Who could Rangers, D-backs turn to for Game 4 starts?

Neither manager was ready during the off-day to divulge his Game 4 starter, in part because of who might be needed to pitch during Game 3.

Catching trio fueling Texas’ success behind — and at — the plate

The Rangers have carried three catchers on their postseason roster, and each brings something different to the table while being uniquely invaluable.

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Hazens’ love story inseparable from D-backs’ postseason saga

The D-backs’ magical postseason run has been especially meaningful for GM Mike Hazen, who lost his wife Nicole to brain cancer 14 months ago. “She would be …” says Hazen, his eyes welling, “when we won, she was just always so happy for me.”

Why Pham passed up chance at history

With a big lead and an opportunity to become the first player with five hits in a game in World Series history, Tommy Pham asked not to bat. He wanted teammate Jace Peterson to get in the game instead.

Scherzer back where it all started

When Max Scherzer takes the mound in Game 3, he will do so on the same field where he made his Major League debut for the D-backs 15 years ago.

Max Scherzer stands at the steps of the dugout

World Series Batting Practice: T-Mobile 5G BP LIVE from Arizona

Watch the Rangers and D-backs warm up for Game 3 during T-Mobile 5G BP, with hosts Lauren Gardner, Albert Pujols and Willy Adames.

MLB Network before & after Game 3

Get the latest news, highlights, interviews and analysis live from Arizona starting at 4 p.m. ET, and then come back for more after World Series Game 3.

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