Torres leads Yankees to 5-1 win and sweep of Twins
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The last time the New York Yankees won the World Series, a full decade ago, Gleyber Torres was not yet a teenager in Venezuela. Boosted by an […]
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7 2-out runs in 6th lift LA past Nats 10-4 for 2-1 NLDS lead
WASHINGTON (AP) David Freese wasn’t in the Los Angeles Dodgers’ starting lineup for Game 3 of the NL Division Series. Neither was Kike Hernandez or Chris Taylor. All are right-handed batters, and all […]
Continue ReadingDuvall, Braves rally in 9th to beat Cards 3-1, lead NLDS 2-1
ST. LOUIS (AP) Through injuries and slumps, demotions and disappointments, Dansby Swanson and Adam Duvall got ready for the big moment. When it arrived, they were ready. Swanson hit a tying double with two […]
Continue ReadingBlues prevail in wild 3rd to beat Stars 4-3 for 2-1 lead
DALLAS (AP) — Pat Maroon paused briefly before thrusting both of his arms into the air, unsure if he had gotten the puck into the net to put the St. […]
Continue ReadingBradley’s slam helps Red Sox beat Astros 8-2 in ALCS
HOUSTON (AP) — Jackie Bradley Jr. didn’t let his demeanor change this season, even as fans begged Boston to trade him during a miserable first-half slump. Stayed steady after the […]
Continue ReadingChacin, Brewers’ bullpen blank Dodgers 4-0 for 2-1 NLCS lead
LOS ANGELES — The Milwaukee Brewers know they can count on their intimidating bullpen to get outs. They may not have been expecting a twice-demoted shortstop to generate so much […]
Continue ReadingBrewers sweep Rockies, advance to 1st NLCS since 2011
DENVER (AP) — The 38-year-old journeyman catcher looked to his left and spotted his Milwaukee Brewers teammates spilling out of the dugout. Erik Kratz then looked straight ahead and saw his reliever […]
Continue ReadingOn time, on target: LeBron, Cavs pound Celtics in Game 3
CLEVELAND (AP) Before taking the floor, LeBron James stood in the hallway with his teammates outside Cleveland’s locker room and pounded his chest with both hands. The Celtics got thumped next. James […]
Continue ReadingHedman, Lightning beat Caps to cut East final deficit to 2-1
WASHINGTON (AP) — Victor Hedman figured all the Tampa Bay Lightning needed to get back on track was a shift in momentum. The big defenseman took it upon himself to […]
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