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American League:
• Twins-Yankees, Gm 4
• Red Sox-Angels, Gm 3
National League:
• Dodgers-Cards, Gm 4
• Astros-Braves, Gm 5

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10/10, GAME 4: Cardinals 6, Dodgers 2 Wrap >

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Pujols powers Cards into NLCS

By Matthew Leach / MLB.com 10/11/2004

With one swing of the bat, Albert Pujols helped settle down Jeff Suppan, he silenced the largest crowd in Dodger Stadium history, and he provided the deciding runs as the Cardinals headed to the NLCS for the third time in five years. Full story >

This is nice, but Cards not yet done Dodgers are merely a hurdle along path to ultimate goal

Dodgers overcame long odds in '04 Future looks bright for team in serious transition mode

New beginning for endings? Cards, Dodgers shake hands on field after series finale

Game balls: Rating Game 4 Pujols, Suppan get a good look at the Arches

Baseball Daily News / Dodgers

Pujols sends Dodgers packing Suppan limits offense to just three hits

Thank you for believing Right-hander appreciates support and electricity of fans

Beltre wraps up breakout season Free-agent third baseman carried Dodgers offensively

Dodgers turn attention to offseason Ventura announces retirement following Game 4 loss

Dodgers short hops Pitching woes too much for LA to overcome

Notes: Perez to follow Lima's lead Southpaw looks to put in place winning plan in Game 4

Sarah's Take: Lima Time is great Dodgers feed off raucous crowd for Game 3 win

Jim Tracy pregame quotes Skipper wants team to build off last night's excitment

Jeff Weaver pregame quotes Starter wants chance to get back on the mound

Baseball Daily News / Cardinals

Suppan tosses gem in clincher Cardinals pitcher wins Game 4 in homecoming

Sanders, Cards to enjoy win Team will start thinking about NLCS on Tuesday

Pujols powers Cards into NLCS Three-run homer puts away Dodgers in Game 4

Cards' big bats crucial in NLCS Redbirds need more consistent production

Cardinals short hops St. Louis shows dominance in many areas

Notes: Rolen unfazed by slump Cardinals third baseman hitless in first three games

Tony La Russa postgame quotes Manager comments on pitching performances

Dave Duncan pregame quotes Pitching coach talks preparing Cardinals pitchers

Tony La Russa pregame quotes Manager likes club's chances on the road

10/9, GAME 3: Dodgers 4, Cardinals 0 Wrap >

Lima Time silences Cardinals

By Ken Gurnick / MLB.com 10/9/2004

Jose Lima tamed a vaunted St. Louis lineup that tormented Odalis Perez and Jeff Weaver in Games 1 and 2. He allowed just five hits total and no two-out hits until the eighth inning. He led cheers, pumped fists. Full story >

Lima carves spot in Dodgers lore Fiery pitcher stands alongside LA greats with this effort

Game balls: Rating Game 3 Lima, Green get full load of Dodger Dogs

Dodgers eye another tomorrow Perez must rebound; Cards start road-savvy Suppan

Baseball Daily News / Dodgers

Lima Time silences Cardinals Finley's two-out double plates two runs in third

We're going to do this for you Lima credits fans for electric atmosphere in Game 3

Green sees power restored Two homers give him three in series -- and a club record

Dodgers come through in clutch Finley snaps 0-for-9 skid with two-run double

Dodgers fans keep the faith Excitement returns to proud franchise

Dodgers short hops Green trending upward with loud bat

Notes: Players work through nerves Music, football serve as welcome distractions

Jose Lima Game 3 quotes Complete-game winner reflects on important victory

Jim Tracy postgame quotes Skipper discusses Lima's pitching performance

Finley, Green postgame quotes Teammates talk staying alive in postseason

Perez gets another shot at Cards Southpaw hopes to follow Lima's lead in Game 4

Jim Tracy pregame quotes Manager comments on Dodgers' comeback style

Baseball Daily News / Cardinals

Cardinals quieted by Lima Dodgers avoid sweep, force Game 4 on Sunday

Sanders gives Dodgers credit Cardinals ran into hot pitcher in Lima

Dodgers figure out Morris Cardinals starter not as sharp as last outing in LA

Lima's bunt questioned Cardinals think umpires made two mistakes on play

Cardinals short hops Matheny's streak one trend that continues upward

Notes: Marquis joins bullpen Pitcher available to pitch in relief in Game 4 if necessary

Tony La Russa postgame quotes Manager comments on pitching performances

Suppan makes playoff debut Cardinals pitcher tries to finish off Dodgers in Game 4

Tony La Russa pregame quotes Cardinals skipper sizes up Game 3

10/8, OFF-DAY

Schlegel: Dodgers seek remedy

By John Schlegel 10/8/2004

Stuck in an 0-2 hole, columnist John Schlegel says the Dodgers return to the familiar surroundings of Los Angeles needing their fans to duplicate the home-field edge the Cardinals had in St. Louis. Full story >

Baseball Daily News / Dodgers

It's Lima Time, once and for all Right-hander takes the mound for Game 3 on Saturday

Don't give up on us Lima ready for Game 3 start in Los Angeles

Notes: Dodgers gaining experience Tracy hopes club can take advantage of opportunities

O'Dowd: Don't count out Dodgers Cardinals in control, but LA won't go quietly

Comeback Kids' time is now Down two, Dodgers need to step up with two down

Jim Tracy workout day quotes Manager confident in his team heading into Game 3

Baseball Daily News / Cardinals

Morris tries to wrap up sweep Dodgers shut out by Cardinals hurler last month

Notes: Edmonds back in SoCal Orange County native juggles ticket requests

O'Dowd: Don't count out Dodgers Cardinals in control, but LA won't go quietly

Comeback Kids' time is now Down two, Dodgers need to step up with two down

Tony La Russa workout day quotes Cards approaching Game 3 ready to close out series

Matt Morris workout day quotes Cardinals to give Morris the ball in Game 3

10/7, GAME 2: Cardinals 8, Dodgers 3 Wrap >

Crooked innings lift Cards

By Matthew Leach / MLB.com 10/7/2004

Mike Matheny delivered a pair of two-run singles as the Cardinals defeated the Dodgers to build a 2-0 lead in the NLDS. Full story >

Bottomless lineup packs wallop Cardinals get huge boost from tail end of batting order

Game balls: Rating Game 2 Cards' bullpen and Matheny take the arches

Baseball Daily News / Dodgers

Dodgers outslugged in Game 2 Werth, Bradley, Green go deep as LA falls to 0-2

Don't give up on us Lima ready for Game 3 start in Los Angeles

Dodgers, DePodesta not panicking Club heads back to Los Angeles facing elimination

Dodgers short hops Pitching continues downward trend in Game 2

Notes: Bradley incident in the past Ross starts behind the plate; Cora visited by brother

Gagne will likely see Game 2 action Dodgers All-Star closer has not worked in a week

Tracy postgame quotes Manager discusses Dodgers' Game 2 loss

Baseball Daily News / Cardinals

Eldred wins duel with Finley Cardinals reliever retired slugger with bases loaded

Sanders to play through pain Cardinals outfielder hit by pitch in Game 2

Renteria's clutch bat lifts Cardinals Matheny drives in four runs in victory over Dodgers

Cardinals short hops Two-out hitting continues upward trend

Notes: La Russa enjoying run Cardinals skipper says he might manage for free

Cards deal with familiar schedule Redbirds have swept last three NLDS appearances

La Russa postgame quotes Manager talks about Cardinals offense, pitching

10/6, OFF-DAY

Schlegel: Will experience factor?

By John Schlegel 10/6/2004

The Cardinals entered their NLDS against the Dodgers with a significant edge in postseason experience. But will the current Dodgers' lack of playoff history translate into an early exit?
Full story >

Baseball Daily News / Dodgers

Beltre may have edge for MVP Cardinals power trio could split vote

Notes: Looking for a comeback Club hopes to keep winning with their backs to the wall

Weaver set for unfinished business Righty eager for second chance to win in postseason

Jim Tracy, workout day quotes Manager talks strategy for Game 2

Jeff Weaver, workout day quotes Starter talks about staying focused prior to Game 2

Baseball Daily News / Cardinals

Matheny: It's all about winning Two-time Gold Glover not concerned about numbers

Notes: Calero a nice surprise Effective in playoff debut Tuesday

Marquis faces Dodgers in Game 2 Cardinals eyeing 2-0 lead Thursday in NLDS

Jason Marquis, workout day quotes Game 2 starter addresses the media

Tony La Russa, workout day quotes Manager takes questions regarding Game 2

10/5, GAME 1: Cardinals 8, Dodgers 3 Wrap >

Cards overpower Dodgers

By Matthew Leach / MLB.com 10/6/2004

The Cardinals tied a postseason record with five homers as they cruised past the Dodgers in Game 1 of the NLDS. Full story >

Cardinals more than answer the call Five homers provide fireworks for St. Louis festivities

Game balls: Rating Game 1 Walker steals the arches in the opener at Busch

Dodgers must try to get even Weaver takes mound against Cardinals' Marquis

Baseball Daily News / Dodgers

Playoff 'pressure is on us' Lima, Dodgers not discouraged by Game 1 results

Dodgers, Perez drop opener Five St. Louis home runs send Los Angeles to defeat

Jim Tracy postgame quotes Dodgers manager discusses fateful third inning

Bradley back in Dodgers lineup Outfielder returns after five-game suspension

Dodgers short hops Pitching a problem in Game 1 for Los Angeles

Notes: Division Series roster set Tracy picks three catchers; Ishii, Nomo, Jackson left off

Tracy dives into first postseason Fourth-year Dodgers skipper thrilled to be over hurdle

Baseball Daily News / Cardinals

Walker returns to playoffs in style Cardinals slugger hits two home runs in victory

Cards overpower Dodgers St. Louis sets NLDS mark with five homers in Game 1

Sanders praises Woody's start Cardinals outfielder shares thoughts on Game 1

Larry Walker, Game 1 quotes Cardinals outfielder happy to finally be in postseason

Cards tie postseason homer mark Redbirds hit five homers to set NLDS record

Top multihomer postseason games

Cardinals short hops Redbirds don't flinch in opening game

Notes: Bullpen rested and ready Cardinals relievers led National League in ERA

Cards confident in King, Kline St. Louis boasts two of baseball's best lefty relievers

DODGERS-CARDINALS PREVIEW

Cards won't overlook Dodgers

By Mark Newman / MLB.com 10/4/2004

The Cardinals will not overlook the Dodgers, especially after St. Louis manager Tony La Russa lost to them in the 1988 World Series as skipper of the Oakland A's. Full story >

The GM factor in Cards-Dodgers Different approaches led to same result for NLDS foes

Cardinals-Dodgers: Quick hits Offense has been on a roll all season

Dodgers-Cardinals season series St. Louis won four of six during regular season

Cardinals-Dodgers matchups Stars at third base highlighted in series

Cards-Dodgers: Starting pitching Williams, Perez face off in series opener

Cardinals-Dodgers NLDS probables Veteran matchup set for Game 3

Baseball Daily News / Dodgers

Perez grows into Dodger Blue Southpaw set to make first career postseason start

Playoffs will be 'awesome' Lima ready to deliver championship to LA fans

Notes: Three catchers on tap Extra backstop allows for late-inning flexibility

'Rally Monday' fires up Dodger fans Former players help lead charge at The Grove in LA

Dodgers ready for anything Dramatic final week prepared L.A. for playoff pressure

Dodgers' postseason history Storied franchise one of game's elite playoff clubs

Dodgers facts and figures Los Angeles totals most wins since 1991

Dodgers monthly recap Red-hot July sparks team to division

Welcome to Chavez Ravine Postseason baseball returns to Dodger Stadium

Dodgers' defining moments Division-clinching win the best of many for LA

How the Dodgers were built At least five GMs contributed to building team

Baseball Daily News / Cardinals

Cards turn to Woody in Game 1 Veteran overcame slow start to earn nod in opener

Walker back in postseason Former MVP joined Cardinals in August trade

Notes: Best record doesn't matter Cardinals try to avoid fate of other teams with top mark

Cards fans ready for playoffs 'Rally Monday' draws over 10,000 fans

Cards ready to add to magical year Team primed, ready for postseason run

Cardinals, Dodgers to face off Rematch of 1985 playoff series is in the offing

Cards facts and figures Win total matches second-highest in club history

Cardinals' defining moments Comeback win over Cubs in July was huge

Cardinals postseason history St. Louis making fourth playoff appearance in 5 years

How the Cardinals were built Jocketty assembles a potent roster

Cards set for postseason rally All eight playoff teams holding 'Rally Monday'

Fans make Busch special 'Sea of red' responsible for stadium's feel

Cardinals monthly recap Mid-summer hot streak propels St. Louis