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Andrew Wright

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Andrew "Dew" Wright graduated from Charleston Southern University with a degree in Communication Studies. He is a lifelong Chicago Cubs and Washington Commanders fan. 

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                

Simply wild: NL's last playoff spot could come down to final week

Entering play Tuesday, the Atlanta Braves hold a half-game lead over the New York Mets and a 3.5- game lead over the Chicago Cubs for the final wild-card spot in the National League, setting up a wild stretch run.

Rookie OF, veteran catcher help keep Cubs in playoff contention

Two players at the bottom of the order are helping to keep the Cubs afloat in the playoff race.

Dodgers aren't the best bet to win World Series and here's why

With a month remaining in the MLB season, the Los Angeles Dodgers hold a three-game lead in the NL West through Tuesday's play and are a near-lock for the postseason.

Why Guardians closer Emmanuel Clase should win AL Cy Young

No reliever has won the Cy Young Award since Eric Gagne in 2003. That should change this season as Cleveland Guardians closer Emmanuel Clase has a fabulous case to win the award in the American League.

Who will win the three-horse race that is the AL Central?

The AL Central has been a dogfight this summer, Chicago White Sox notwithstanding.

Why this season will be critical for Hornets star LaMelo Ball

The pressure is on the Charlotte Hornets, and the availability and performance of star point guard LaMelo Ball will be paramount for the team to meet its goals.

Phillies, Braves gear up for massive NL East showdown

Entering play Monday, the Philadelphia Phillies lead the Atlanta Braves by seven games in the NL East. With plenty at stake, the teams will begin a three-game series in Atlanta on Tuesday night.

One under-the-radar game each week of the college football season

The college football season kicks off in two weeks, so it's time to dive into schedules and highlight games that could wow us.

Analyzing remaining schedules of NL West contenders

In a division dominated the past decade by the Dodgers, it is shocking to see teams this close in the divisional race so deep into the season.

Why Braves are outside playoff bubble for first time since June 2022

So what's wrong for the Braves (60-54), who are a half-game behind the New York Mets in the wild-card race entering play Friday?

Who has the edge in AL West, Astros or Mariners?

Much like the AL East race between the Yankees and Orioles, the West race could be a wild ride that may be decided on the final day of the regular season.

Who has the edge in AL East, Yankees or Orioles?

Buckle up, Yankees and Orioles fans, because this could be a wild ride.

The 'Summer of Mike Tauchman' continues for Cubs

In back-to-back seasons now, Chicago Cubs center fielder Mike Tauchman has potentially dramatically saved the season.