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“Poppycock Danny Salazar Jersey ,” Sciocsia said Sunday, using a dated term for “nonsense.”A day after The Athletic reported that Scioscia is expected to end his 19-year run with the Angels in October, the manager strongly dismissed the report and insisted that he still loves what he’s doing.Shortly after the Angels were beaten 3-0 by the Indians on Saturday night, longtime baseball writer Ken Rosenthal, citing unnamed major league sources, reported that Scioscia — the longest-tenured manager in the majors — and the Angels had reached a mutual decision to part ways after this season.Scioscia said that’s not true, and he has “no idea” where the report originated.“Nothing has changed since we talked in October,” he said, referring to what he told reporters at the end of last season about his status. “There’s always chatter out there. That’s it. Nothing’s changed. The only word I have is poppycock. That’s all it is.”Following last season http://www.indiansfanproshop.com/authentic-b.j.-upton-jersey , Scioscia, Angels general manager Billy Eppler and owner Arte Moreno jointly said they would put off any talks about the 59-year-old manager’s future — or a possible contract extension — until the 2018 season was over.Scioscia is in the final year of a 10-year deal he signed in 2008.One of the game’s most likable managers, the former major league catcher was in a playful mood and joked with reporters while sitting in the dugout before Sunday’s game. Once he denied the report, Scioscia was eager to change the subject.Scioscia said he did not speak with the team and doesn’t believe his situation will distract the Angels, who have little chance of making the playoffs. They entered Sunday’s game in fourth place in the AL West, 16 games behind division leaders Houston and well back in the wild-card race.The Angels haven’t made the postseason since 2014, and they could potentially finish under .500 for the third straight year under Scioscia.They were a playoff fixture from 2002 through 2009, making the postseason six times with Sciscia at the helm and winning a World Series title in ’02.Indians manager Terry Francona said he spoke with Scioscia after seeing the report.“I just wanted to let him know that I was thinking about him,” Francona said. “Because he’s going to have to deal with that now.”Scioscia has twice been named AL Manager of the Year. He has managed the Angels in 3 Edwin Encarnacion Jersey ,028 games since taking over in 2000 after one season at Albuquerque in the Pacific Coast League.Only four managers — Connie Mack (50), Walter Alston (23), Bobby Cox (21) and Tommy Lasorda (21) — have managed one team for more consecutive seasons than Scioscia. All four are in the Hall of Fame.Francona said Scioscia’s steadiness is remarkable in a game where change is inevitable. Also, Francona marvels at Scioscia’s ability to keep his players motivated throughout the years.“It is really amazing,” Francona said. “From my own personal experience, I worry about shelf life. Not worried because you’re losing your job. I don’t think I’ve ever worried about that. I worry that, because if your message stops getting listened to, that’s not good. And you can’t change who you are.” The Red Sox are the favorites to win the World Series at +300.The Dodgers have the shortest odds (+500) of any team in the National League. The Yankees are flying a bit under the radar at 10-1 to win the World Series.There are 10 teams still left standing in the MLB. That number will get down to eight after Wednesday night, but for now all 10 of the remaining teams will believe they have a chance to go on a run and win the World Series.I’ve broken down each team’s strengths and weaknesses and provided a future play I like heading into the postseason.Oakland A’sWorld Series Odds: 20-1The A’s were a trendy sleeper coming into the year but they are still the surprise of this bunch. They posted an MLB-best 42-23 record in the second half and have the most underrated manager in the league http://www.indiansfanproshop.com/authentic-b.j.-upton-jersey , Bob Melvin.Somehow the Athletics made it this far with a rotation full of journeymen like Trevor Cahill, Brett Anderson, Edwin Jackson and Mike Fiers.While those guys won’t strike fear into any lineup, they have a fabulous bullpen led by Blake Treinen. Treinen was the game’s best reliever this season and is backed up by Jeurys Familia, Lou Trivino and Fernando Rodney.Melvin has plenty of weapons and he knows how to use them.The bullpen is the A’s biggest edge, but their offense is a strength. They finished with the third most home runs this season and their .329 wOBA was the fifth-best mark in the league.The A’s will be underdogs against the Yankees and if they get through that game, face an uphill battle in a highly competitive American League. They just don’t have a good enough rotation to win a series against elite offenses. Colorado RockiesWorld Series odds: 20-1Like the A’s, the Rockies will be underdogs in the Wild Card Game, hence the long odds.Nolan Arenado http://www.indiansfanproshop.com/authentic-b.j.-upton-jersey , Trevor Story and Charlie Blackmon headline the offense but the emergence of David Dahl in September has given Bud Black’s lineup even more length.Stuckey and Lo Duca: Our Favorite Betting Angles for the Rockies-Cubs NL Wild Card GameRead nowColorado always has a good offense, but this year they actually got good starting pitching. Kyle Freeland — who will start in the Wild Card Game — posted a 2.85 ERA in 33 starts, German Marquez has electric stuff and was brilliant in the second half and Jon Gray, when he’s on, can shut down any lineup.Get The EdgeLIMITED TIME OFFER - 60% OFFUnlock this article + all the EDGE benefitsTRY EDGE TODAYNow accepting&Already an EDGE member?聽Sign In