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Manny leads Dodgers into NLCS vs. Phils (AP)

 
Sporting freshly trimmed, thick braids instead of his usual dreadlocks, Manny Ramirez has a slightly new look for the NL championship series to go with his reformed West Coast attitude. On the field, it's the same old Manny. He just keeps hitting. Ramirez changed the culture of the Los Angeles Dodgers, leading them to the playoffs with a dynamic performance after forcing his way out of Boston. (link)

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