Ben Nicholson-Smith
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Covering the MLB and Toronto Blue Jays for Sportsnet since 2013, Ben Nicholson-Smith has established himself as one of the network’s leading baseball writers. Currently the baseball editor for sportsnet.ca, he also co-hosts the At the Letters podcast and regularly appears on Sportsnet’s television and radio properties.
Relentless Brewers rally past Rays to take 2-0 World Series lead
Ben Nicholson-Smith
When Liam Hicks homered in the first inning on Saturday, the Rays seemed well on their way to a Game 2 win. But thanks to a persistent offence and impressive bullpen, the Brewers rallied back to take a commanding 2-0 lead in the World Series.
Brewers stars lead way in World Series-opening win over Rays
Ben Nicholson-Smith
Brewers turn to Misiorowski to set tone vs. Rays in World Series opener
Ben Nicholson-Smith
Jacob Misiorowski takes the mound for the Brewers in Game 1 of the World Series, looking to recapture his regular-season dominance against a resourceful Rays lineup.
In World Series of newcomers, players find meaning on MLB's biggest stage
Ben Nicholson-Smith
The Brewers and Rays are set to battle on baseball's biggest stage, which is new for all but three of this year's players. Ben Nicholson-Smith has more on how arriving at the World Series is a full-circle moment worthy of appreciation.
Brewers end Dodgers' reign with dominant NLCS sweep
Ben Nicholson-Smith
Brewers' big swings have Dodgers on the brink in NLCS
Ben Nicholson-Smith
After a third consecutive win, the Brewers are one away from putting an end to MLB's two-time defending champions. Champagne and celebratory t-shirts will be on hand at Dodger Stadium Thursday in case the visitors clinch, writes Ben Nicholson-Smith.
Dodgers back confident Ohtani amidst offensive slump
Ben Nicholson-Smith
Despite his results so far, Shohei Ohtani feels strong enough physically to help the Los Angeles Dodgers come back from a 2-0 deficit in the NLCS.
Contreras steals spotlight as Brewers take 2-0 lead over Dodgers in NLCS
Ben Nicholson-Smith
Brewers lean on strengths to topple Dodgers after Misiorowski’s uneven start
Ben Nicholson-Smith
All things considered, Jacob Misiorowski’s start in Game 1 of the NLCS was an unusual combination of effective and disappointing. But the Brewers leaned into their strengths on Sunday, beating the Dodgers to take a 1-0 series lead.