DBacks' title hopes on brink after Rangers' mauling in World Series Game 4  —  In the span of two days, the Diamondbacks have gone from looking like the superior team in this World Series to one on the brink of elimination.  On Tuesday night, their pitchers served up pipeshots.  They made another key mistake.

Guardians coaches Mike Sarbaugh, Rigo Beltran, replay coordinator Mike Barnett won't be back  —  CLEVELAND, Ohio — The Guardians still haven't named a manager to replace Terry Francona, but there are changes taking place on his old coaching staff.  —  Third base coach Mike Sarbaugh …

Padres recently took out $50 million loan to help cover payroll: sources  —  PHOENIX — Despite selling more tickets this season than all but one Major League Baseball team, the San Diego Padres took out a loan for about $50 million in September to address short-term cash flow issues and meet …

Cam Talbot, Kings start trip with a win in Toronto  —  Adrian Kempe, Phillip Danault, Arthur Kaliyev and Andreas Englund score, Quinton Byfield has two assists and Talbot makes 30 saves as the Kings open a four-game trip with a 4-1 victory  —  TORONTO — Cam Talbot just wanted a chance.

Texas Rangers victory parade will be midday Friday in Arlington Entertainment District  —  Arlington will celebrate the historic World Series win of the Texas Rangers with a parade on Friday afternoon.  —  City leaders will release more details about the “World Series Victory Parade” …

Mets interview ex-Padres manager Andy Green in search for Buck Showalter's replacement  —  The Mets have interviewed former Padres manager Andy Green for their open manager position, The Post has learned.  —  Currently the Cubs bench coach, Green played four seasons as a utility infielder in the majors …

Game 1 least-watched World Series game in recorded history  —  LOS ANGELES — Texas' extra-inning comeback victory over Arizona on Friday night was the least-watched Game 1 in World Series TV history.  —  The Rangers' 6-5 win over the Diamondbacks in 11 innings averaged 9.35 million viewers on Fox …

Dodgers free-agent outlook: What could J.D. Martinez's market look like?  —  The offseason is upon us and, with it, some decisions — for the Dodgers and for their pending free agents.  Just as we did last year, we will break down some of the Dodgers hitting the open market and what that market should bring for them.

Clippers |  Report: Clippers acquiring James Harden in trade with 76ers  —  The 10-time All-Star and former league MVP, 34, requested a trade in June when he opted into his $35.6 million player option for the 2023-24 season and had yet to play for the 76ers this season  —  James Harden is coming to the Clippers.