Jayden Daniels Sparks MLB Postseason Drama While Prepping for Commanders vs. Chargers
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GREEN BAY, WISCONSIN - SEPTEMBER 11: Jayden Daniels #5 of the Washington Commanders warms up prior to the game against the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field on September 11, 2025 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. (Photo by Patrick McDermott/Getty Images)
Before the Washington Commanders battle the Los Angeles Chargers in Week 5, Jayden Daniels took time away from X’s and O’s to roast the New York Mets.
In doing so, it’s also a subtle nod to his beloved Los Angeles Dodgers, much to the amusement of Commanders director of football communications Charlie Mule, a diehard Mets supporter.
“So the Mets lost,” Daniels told reporters, per Ian Rapoport. “That’s probably the biggest thing that brought a smile to my face this past weekend. They had the opportunity to play the Marlins to clinch the playoff spot, but they lost. So did the Reds. So I hope you guys have been watching the Dodgers.”
Los Angeles cruised past the Cincinnati Reds in the NLWC series 2-0 this week, and are now set to meet the Philadelphia Phillies in the NLDS on Saturday at Citizens Bank Park.
Daniels’ connection to the Dodgers
Daniels, a San Bernardino, California native, clearly hasn’t forgotten his baseball roots even as he gears up for a pivotal Week 5 matchup against the Chargers.
The Mets and Reds’ postseason exits set the stage for Daniels’ playful trolling. Miami’s Edward Cabrera outdueled Sean Manaea and the Mets, 4-0, last Sunday, capping New York’s season at 83-79. Meanwhile, the Reds snuck into the final National League Wild Card spot, winning the head-to-head tiebreaker against the Mets after claiming the season series 4-2.
Daniels, of course, didn’t miss the opportunity to highlight the chaos for his friends and colleagues.
At the same time, the Dodgers opened their NL Wild Card Series against the Reds in dominant fashion. Shohei Ohtani and Teoscar Hernandez homered twice each as the Dodgers pounded Cincinnati 10-5 on Tuesday, tying a franchise postseason record with five homers in a single game and racking up 15 hits.
The defending World Series champs finished off Cincinnati 8-4 on Wednesday.
Daniels making his Commanders return
Meanwhile, Daniels is back on the practice field with the Commanders, preparing to take the reins against the 3-1 Chargers. After missing two games with a sprained left knee, Daniels is “all systems go” under head coach Dan Quinn, who confirmed the quarterback will run full reps and operate the offense with his usual timing.
“Obviously as a competitor you want to go out there and help your team in any way possible,” Daniels said. “So being sidelined for this past couple of weeks was super tough. I felt like I could go two weeks ago, but I don’t make those calls.”
The 2024 Offensive Rookie of the Year is now fully focused on getting back in rhythm with his teammates.
“You can see the fire in him,” Quinn said. “He’s definitely chomping at the bit to get going. … Just running the offense, being back to himself.”
Daniels’ playful digs at the Mets, combined with the Dodgers’ postseason success, provide a lighthearted backdrop to the intensity of Sunday’s matchup against the Chargers.
As the Commanders prepare for a critical game in Los Angeles, all eyes will be on Daniels.
Can he carry the momentum from his spirited offseason observations and lead Washington back to the NFL postseason? If nothing else, fans across both leagues can count on one thing — he will keep the conversation lively, on or off the field.
Nate Eaton Takes Full Responsibility for Costly Baserunning Mistake in Red Sox Loss to Yankees
By Josh Davis | October 2, 2025 | ESPN
In the high-stakes atmosphere of the AL Wild Card Series, a single baserunning error can change the course of an entire game. For Boston Red Sox outfielder Nate Eaton, one such moment occurred in the top of the seventh inning of Game 2 against the New York Yankees, a mistake he is now taking full responsibility for.
With the Red Sox trailing by one run and looking to capitalize on a scoring opportunity, Eaton found himself in a pivotal baserunning situation. Masataka Yoshida had just hit a shallow liner to left field, and while the ball bounced just inside the outfield, Yankees’ star outfielder Jazz Chisholm was able to track it down quickly. As the ball was coming back to the infield, Eaton found himself between second and third base, trying to decide whether to advance home.
It was here that the mistake happened.
With third-base coach Kyle Hudson giving the signal to stop, Eaton hesitated. In that crucial moment, Eaton admitted that he misjudged the situation. “I was just playing pretty deep, and when the ball came in, I didn’t have a clear view of how far it had traveled. I should’ve trusted my instincts and continued running,” Eaton confessed after the game.
Despite being urged by first base coach José Flores to continue towards home, Eaton chose not to push the issue. The result? No run was scored, and the Red Sox failed to take advantage of a critical opportunity to tie the game.
In hindsight, Eaton recognizes how important this moment was, not just for his career but for the team's postseason aspirations. "This one’s going to sting a little bit. I know that game’s 100% on me,” Eaton said, owning up to the mistake in a way that is both rare and admirable in professional sports.
The Yankees ultimately held onto their slim lead, winning 4-3, and tying the series 1-1. While Game 3 remains the decider, this moment will undoubtedly be a point of discussion for both teams and their fans. Eaton’s mistake now sits as one of the key turning points of the game, overshadowing what was otherwise a thrilling battle between two American League heavyweights.
Looking forward, the Red Sox will have to regroup quickly. With rookie pitcher Connelly Early set to take the mound in Game 3, the team is now under immense pressure to bounce back. As for Eaton, while this moment will likely haunt him, it could also fuel him for future performances, as he works to prove that one costly mistake doesn’t define his career.
The Red Sox’s season now rests on the outcome of Game 3. Can they rally from a heartbreaking loss, or will Eaton’s baserunning blunder be the moment they look back on with regret? The stage is set, and every player will need to give their all to avoid another slip-up.
Game 3 Preview:
The Red Sox and Yankees will face off in a winner-takes-all Game 3, scheduled for Thursday night at Yankee Stadium. With both teams now tied, the pressure is mounting, and the fate of the series—and perhaps the entire season—will be decided in a thrilling finale.
Yankees pitcher Carlos Rodon sums up Max Fried’s first NY season
The New York Yankees continue building momentum as the 2025 MLB regular season winds down. With just three games remaining—all against the last-place division rival Baltimore Orioles—the Yankees are looking to close strong. Much of the club's success has come from the mound. Newcomer Max Fried has exceeded expectations in his debut season, while Carlos Rodon has provided steady dominance behind him. The left-handed duo has combined for a staggering 37 wins—Fried with 19 and Rodon with 18—forming one of the most effective 1-2 punches in the league.
In a clip shared by SNY Yankees Videos on X (formerly known as Twitter), Rodon summed up Fried’s year with confidence and appreciation for the lefty's transition to a new team and city.
“Max has been tremendous for us. What a first year as a Yankee.”
Since signing an eight-year, $218 million deal last winter, the 2021 World Series champion has delivered exactly what the Yankees envisioned in a true frontline ace.
He led all of Major League Baseball with 19 wins, finishing the regular season with a 2.86 ERA and 189 strikeouts over 32 starts. Just behind him, Rodon added 18 wins and surpassed 200 strikeouts, forming one of the league’s most dominant left-handed tandems. Their combined impact gave the Yankees rare stability atop the rotation, turning it into one of the most imposing pitching staffs in the American League.
Rodon’s 2025 season was impressive in its own right, but his remarks on his newest teammate wrapped up a debut campaign in the Big Apple that stood out even more.
The Yankees have secured a postseason berth, but their sights are now set on winning the American League East, where they remain tied with the Toronto Blue Jays at 91-68. With just three games left, rotation depth could prove decisive. Fried’s emergence as a reliable ace not only validates the front office’s investment, but also positions the club for a potential first-round bye and a deep October run.
Fried’s tenure in New York is just getting started, but Rodón’s endorsement speaks volumes about the trust he’s earned inside the clubhouse. With October approaching, the strength of this rotation could be the deciding factor in a deep postseason run.
