Sunday, October 31, 2021

College Football Playoff picks after Week 9

Find out who makes the College Football Playoff picks this week.

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DeJoria tops Funny Car qualifying in Las Vegas

Alexis DeJoria topped Funny Car qualifying for second straight event Saturday in the Dodge/SRT NHRA Nationals at The Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway.

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Astros get to Braves' rookie starter Dylan Lee early in Game 4

The Braves grabbed the series lead in Game 3, but the Astros are great this postseason coming off a loss. Will Atlanta get closer to its first title since 1995 or will Houston tie the series? Let's do this Game 4.

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2021 World Series Game 4: Best moments from Houston Astros vs. Atlanta Braves

The Braves grabbed the series lead in Game 3, but the Astros are great this postseason coming off a loss. Will Atlanta get closer to its first title since 1995 or will Houston tie the series? Let's do this Game 4.

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Reports: Lattimore, Metcalf both fined for scuffles

Saints CB Marshon Lattimore and Seahawks WR DK Metcalf were fined $10, 815 and $6,949, respectively.

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Sources: Watson uncertainty scared off Panthers

The Carolina Panthers had no further interest in trading for Deshaun Watson due to lack of clarity with his legal situation and Watson's plans with his no-trade clause, sources told ESPN's Jeremy Fowler.

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Red Sox: The Top-5 'Monster Mash' homers of the regular season

Red Sox perform the ‘Monster Mash’ with homers The Boston Red Sox are no strangers to sending baseballs out of the ballpark with relative ease. In fact, they finished in the Top-10 for homers in all of MLB in 2021. With an offense this potent it’s no surprise that they weren’t hitting dinky-do shots like some other clubs and were sending these baseballs to the moon.



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Red Sox offseason: Who stays, who goes among 11 free agents?

Will Kyle Schwarber be back? Has Eduardo Rodriguez pitched his last game in Boston? John Tomase details the positives and negatives of the 11 Red Sox players who could hit free agency.



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Transfer Talk: PSG ready to offer Pogba Paris homecoming

Paris Saint-Germain are keeping a close eye on Paul Pogba's situation at Manchester United. Transfer Talk has the latest.

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Kenneth Walker III's 5-TD performance against Michigan sets social media ablaze

The Michigan State RB carried his team to victory over rival Michigan, and social media couldn't help but notice.

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Durant fined $25K for throwing ball into stands

Brooklyn Nets star Kevin Durant received a $25,000 fine from the NBA for throwing a ball into the stands during Friday night's win over the Pacers.

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Relive Red Sox Winning Pitch, Clinching 2013 World Series Championship

The Boston Red Sox found themselves as World Series champions once again on this day eight years ago. On Oct. 30, 2013, the Red Sox clinched the World Series at Fenway Park, and it was the first time Boston was able to do so on its home turf since 1918. The Red Sox, of course, won the 2004 World Series while playing the Cardinals in St. Louis.



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World Series: Bregman, Altuve and Correa Are Struggling for Astros

Alex Bregman, Jose Altuve and Carlos Correa have been to the World Series before, and they know what to expect. So far, Atlanta’s stellar pitching has contained them.

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Barca's Aguero taken to hospital for heart exam

Barcelona striker Sergio Aguero has been admitted to hospital for a cardiac exam after having chest pain during Saturday's 1-1 draw with Alaves.

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Stunning Memphis goal not enough as Barcelona drop more points

Strong displays by Barca's young guys and a stunning goal by Memphis weren't enough to earn a win in the first match since Ronald Koeman's sacking.

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No. 1 pick Cunningham to make Pistons debut

Cade Cunningham will make his Pistons debut on Saturday after missing the first four games with a sprained ankle.

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Teixeira, 42, tops Blachowicz in UFC 267 title bout

Glover Teixeira had plenty to say to Dana White Saturday, after he defeated Jan Blachowicz via submission at 3:02 of the second round to win the UFC light heavyweight title in the main event of UFC 267 in Abu Dhabi.

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UFC 267 takeaways: Teixeira, Yan and Chimaev shine, referee fails to do his job

Glover Teixeira finally won a UFC title, while Peter Yan, Khamzat Chimaev and Islam Makhachev put their divisions on notice.

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No. 1 pick Cunningham to make Pistons debut

Cade Cunningham will make his Pistons debut on Saturday after missing the first four games with a sprained ankle.

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Eagles put RB Sanders on IR due to ankle injury

The Philadelphia Eagles placed starting running back Miles Sanders on injured reserve and promoted Jordan Howard from the practice squad in front of Sunday's game against the Detroit Lions.

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Barca held in first match of post-Koeman era

Barcelona were held to a 1-1 draw by Alaves at the Camp Nou on Saturday, with Sergi Barjuan overseeing his first match as interim coach.

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Walker's 5 TDs lead Spartans past Wolverines

Michigan State's Kenneth Walker III had a banner day in the Spartans' 37-33 win over Michigan on Saturday, running for 193 yards and five touchdowns.

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Braves' Lee makes history with World Series start

Dylan Lee, whose two regular-season appearances is the fewest for a World Series starting pitcher, will be making his first career start in Saturday's game vs. Houston, also a first.

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Saturday, October 30, 2021

Braves, WS managers honor late Aaron's legacy

World Series managers Brian Snitker and Dusty Baker celebrated Hank Aaron's legacy Friday night, when the late Hall of Famer was honored by the Atlanta Braves before Game 3 of the World Series.

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2021 World Series: Best moments from Game 3

After trading blowouts in Houston, the World Series moves to Atlanta.

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Braves, WS managers honor late Aaron's legacy

World Series managers Brian Snitker and Dusty Baker celebrated Hank Aaron's legacy Friday night, when the late Hall of Famer was honored by the Atlanta Braves before Game 3 of the World Series.

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Brittany Force leads NHRA qualifying in Vegas

Brittany Force put herself in position for her 12th No. 1 qualifier of the season Friday in the Dodge//SRT NHRA Nationals.

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Cards hope extra rest helpful for injured Murray

Arizona Cardinals coach Kliff Kingsbury is hopeful an extra weekend of rest helps quarterback Kyler Murray, who was injured in the final moments of Thursday night's 24-21 loss to Green Bay.

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Mike DiMauro: In the midst of football, we sneak in this baseball betting tutorial

Oct. 29—Sports talk radio has been popping this week about the familiar travails of baseball. If all the hyperventilating could be condensed into a brief but pithy question, it might go, "Why would I want to sit there for 4 hours, 6 minutes (as we did Tuesday) watching two teams I don't care about — even if it is the World Series?" Baseball has a boring problem. It is uneventful and tedious to ...



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2021 World Series: Best moments from Game 3

After trading blowouts in Houston, the World Series moves to Atlanta.

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Hawks' Young fined $15K for contact with official

Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young was fined $15,000 by the NBA on Friday for bumping his arm into official Ben Taylor during Thursday night's game against the Wizards.

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Cowboys' Collins: Ban unfair, ready to help team

Dallas Cowboys offensive tackle La'el Collins does not regret fighting the five-game suspension the NFL hit him with for violating the league's substance-abuse policy and cost him roughly $2 million.

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Seahawks' Taylor active 2 weeks after scary injury

Darrell Talyor is set to play against the Jaguars on Sunday just two weeks after the Seahawks' leading pass-rusher was carted off the field.

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NFL Week 8 injury updates: Baker Mayfield's in, Khalil Mack is out and more

Our NFL reporters have the latest injury updates. Cleveland got good news about its QB, but Houston sticks with Davis Mills. The Bucs could be missing three top players.

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Source: NWSL's Spirit exec Best latest to resign

Larry Best has resigned from his position as president of sporting operations of the NWSL's Washington Spirit, a source has confirmed to ESPN.

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Transfer Talk: Real Madrid look to offload Asensio amid Premier League interest

Real Madrid are considering parting ways with Marco Asensio as his game time dwindles.

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Alex Cora gives a round of applause to Fenway Faithful in an Instagram post

The Red Sox’ 2021 season has been over for a week now, and manager Alex Cora is taking some time to reflect and give thanks. In an Instagram post Friday, Cora gave thanks to Red Sox fans who attended Fenway Park throughout the season. to #RedSoxNation.



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2021 MLB Gold Glove finalists feature several ex-Red Sox outfielders

The MLB Gold Glove finalists for 2021 were revealed Thursday, and three former Red Sox outfielders made the cut.



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Red Sox Report Card: Kiké gets an A+

Oct. 28—The 2021 season is in the books, and what a season it was. The Red Sox vastly exceeded expectations to go from a last-place in 2020 to an appearance in the American League Championship Series. But how did each individual player do? This week we're handing out our grades for 2021, starting today with the position players. We'll have the pitchers grades on Friday. All names listed in ...



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Bring on the Fall Classic

In Tuesday's Daily Dose, Ryan Boyer says he's ready to get the World Series started already. (Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports)



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With Accusations of Abuse, Kyle Beach Forces N.H.L. to Confront Its Failings

The cultural problems of hockey seem to have met a moment that makes them impossible to ignore, and when consequences — however belatedly — are finally being meted out.

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Greg Norman Takes Aim at PGA Tour With New Saudi-Backed Golf League

Norman has tried to get a competing league off the ground before, but top players like Rory McIlroy have shown only disinterest.

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Source: NWSL's Spirit exec Best latest to resign

Larry Best has resigned from his position as president of sporting operations of the NWSL's Washington Spirit, a source has confirmed to ESPN.

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Transfer Talk: Real Madrid look to offload Asensio amid Premier League interest

Real Madrid are considering parting ways with Marco Asensio as his game time dwindles and his contract is almost up. Transfer Talk has the latest.

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Rams' WR Jackson seeks trade, new opportunity

The Los Angeles Rams have agreed to allow receiver DeSean Jackson to look into trade options, coach Sean McVay said on Friday.

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49ers DT Kinlaw has knee surgery, season over

After spending most of the 2021 season managing a nagging right knee issue, 49ers defensive tackle Javon Kinlaw underwent surgery earlier this week and is out for the rest of the year.

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Friday, October 29, 2021

Transfer Talk: Barcelona tell Dembele to figure out future soon

The Barcelona hierarchy are giving winger Ousmane Dembele a month to decide his contract situation.

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Ohtani, Harper among Players Choice winners

Shohei Ohtani, Bryce Harper, Max Scherzer and Robbie Ray highlighted the list of Player Choice Award winners.

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Fantasy basketball 30: Miles Bridges rising, James Harden falling

All the latest fantasy basketball news, buzz and trade rumors from around the NBA, including the early struggles of James Harden and the electric start by Miles Bridges.

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Jameis aims to keep emotions in check vs. Bucs

After initially trying to downplay the significance of facing the Buccaneers on Sunday, Saints QB Jameis Winston admitted 'this week is big' but he doesn't want to add extra emotional significance so he can stay 'present' for the matchup.

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Alex Cora thanks Red Sox fans after 'amazing' 2021 season

Boston Red Sox manager Alex Cora took to Twitter to thank the organization and fans after what he called an "amazing year."



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Red Sox' Hunter Renfroe is a finalist for AL Gold Glove Award in right field

Hunter Renfroe was named a Rawlings Gold Glove Award finalist Thursday at the right field position. The other two American League finalists are the Yankees’ Joey Gallo and the Astros’ Kyle Tucker. The Red Sox originally planned for Renfroe to split time in right field this season, but when they saw how dynamic a player he was and how he impacted the game, he became the everyday right fielder.



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Red Sox No. 2 Prospect Triston Casas Lighting Up Fall League So Far

The hulking first baseman started the 2021 minor league season off with the Double-A Portland Sea Dogs, but after crushing 12 home runs and batting . across 77 games earned his first promotion to Triple-A Worcester Red Sox where he belted another three long balls in nine games. If a promotion to Triple-A was all Casas had done during the year, that would be pretty successful year, but he didn’t stop there.



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Alex Cora Explains 'Really Good' Relationship With Chaim Bloom

Both manager Alex Cora and chief baseball officer Chaim Bloom deserve a ton of credit for the Boston Red Sox’s success in 2021. While Cora pulled the right strings from the dugout, Bloom assembled a talented roster that resulted in Boston being far more competitive than many expected. The Red Sox finished just two wins shy of reaching the World Series, losing to the Houston Astros in six games in the American League Championship Series.



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Boston Red Sox: 4 Positive takeaways from the 2021 season

Positive takeaways from the 2021 Boston Red Sox season While the Boston Red Sox fell short of their ultimate goal of winning the World Series, the 2021 season was still a success. Last Friday, the Red Sox season came to an end. A disappointment for sure for many Red Sox fans.



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Transfer Talk: Barcelona tell Dembele to decide future soon

The Barcelona hierarchy are giving winger Ousmane Dembele a month to decide over his contract situation. Transfer Talk has the latest.

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DJ files 'criminal claim' against UFC's McGregor

A popular Italian DJ and television presenter has made a criminal claim against UFC star Conor McGregor after the mixed-martial artist allegedly assaulted the DJ on Oct. 16.

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Flight organizer convicted in crash that caused death of football star Emiliano Sala



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NAACP to athletes: Don't sign with Texas teams

The NAACP has sent a letter to the players' associations in five professional sports asking players to reconsider signing with teams in Texas due to recent laws passed in the state.

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Quenneville meets with Bettman over abuse case

Panthers coach Joel Quenneville was accompanied by GM Bill Zito for his meeting with NHL commissioner Gary Bettman concerning his involvement in the Chicago Blackhawks' sexual abuse case.

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NAACP to athletes: Don't sign with Texas teams

The NAACP has sent a letter to the players' associations in five professional sports asking players to reconsider signing with teams in Texas due to recent laws passed in the state.

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Dak wants to play SNF, but not 'fully my decision'

Dak Prescott, who has been limited in practice this week as he recovers from a strained calf, said he would play in the Cowboys' Sunday night game against the Vikings if the decision were solely up to him.

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NAACP to athletes: Don't sign with Texas teams

The NAACP has sent a letter to the players' associations in five professional sports asking players to reconsider signing with teams in Texas due to recent laws passed in the state.

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Pulisic returns to Chelsea training after injury

Christian Pulisic has resumed training with Chelsea ahead of a weekend match at winless Newcastle, the English Premier League club said Thursday.

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Dak wants to play SNF, but not 'fully my decision'

Dak Prescott, who has been limited in practice this week as he recovers from a strained calf, said he would play in the Cowboys' Sunday night game against the Vikings if the decision were solely up to him.

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Quenneville meets with Bettman over abuse case

Panthers coach Joel Quenneville was accompanied by GM Bill Zito for his meeting with NHL commissioner Gary Bettman concerning his involvement in the Chicago Blackhawks sexual abuse case.

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NAACP to athletes: Don't sign with Texas teams

The NAACP has sent a letter to the players' associations in five professional sports asking players to reconsider signing with teams in Texas due to recent laws passed in the state.

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Feds allege illegal streamer tried to extort MLB

A man was charged Thursday with trying to extort $150,000 from Major League Baseball as he illegally streamed copyrighted content from major pro sports leagues online.

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NAACP to athletes: Don't sign with Texas teams

The NAACP has sent a letter to the players' associations in five professional sports asking players to reconsider signing with teams in Texas due to recent laws passed in the state.

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Thursday, October 28, 2021

Vinicius impressive but Real fail to break down Osasuna

Despite being held to a 0-0 draw, Vinicius continues to impress at the Bernabeu. Meanwhile, Eduardo Camavinga's flying start in Madrid has stalled.

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Barcelona fire Koeman after Rayo defeat

Barcelona have sacked coach Ronald Koeman following a 1-0 defeat to Rayo Vallecano in LaLiga on Wednesday.

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Bob Ferry, ex-player and longtime GM, dies at 84

Bob Ferry, who is one of four GMs in NBA history with 700 wins, 13 playoff appearances, a championship and two Executive of the Year awards, died Wednesday at age 84.

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Transfer Talk: Liverpool lead Man United in race for Leeds' Phillips

Liverpool and Man United are both pursuing moves for England and Leeds rising star Kalvin Phillips. Transfer Talk has the latest.

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'John Doe' revealed as ex-Blackhawk Kyle Beach

Speaking in an emotional interview with TSN Wednesday night, the player referred to as John Doe in the investigation into sexual assault allegations involving the Chicago Blackhawks revealed himself as Kyle Beach.

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How to Watch World Series Game 2

First pitch is scheduled for 8:09 p.m. Eastern time.

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Source: Texans trade reunites Ingram with Saints

The Saints have reunited their dynamic running back duo of Alvin Kamara and Mark Ingram by acquiring Ingram in a trade with the Texans, sources told ESPN, confirming a report by NFL Network.

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Blackhawks' 'John Doe' revealed as Kyle Beach

Speaking in an emotional interview with TSN Wednesday night, the player referred to as John Doe in the investigation into sexual assault allegations involving the Chicago Blackhawks revealed himself as Kyle Beach.

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Source: No structural damage to Jokic's right knee

Denver star center Nikola Jokic suffered a right knee contusion late in the second quarter Tuesday night against the Jazz, but the Nuggets learned Wednesday that there is no structural damage present after further testing.

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Orgeron: Too many injuries for LSU to practice

LSU coach Ed Orgeron said the Tigers won't be able to practice Wednesday or hold a scheduled scrimmage Thursday because of the overwhelming number of injuries. The Tigers are off this week before visiting No. 4 Alabama on Nov. 6.

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Man City's five-year Carabao Cup streak finally ends

It had been a long time since Man City last lost a Carabao Cup match. West Ham ended that streak with a gritty shootout win.

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Source: No structural damage to Jokic's right knee

Denver star center Nikola Jokic suffered a right knee contusion late in the second quarter Tuesday night against the Jazz, but the Nuggets learned Wednesday that there is no structural damage present after further testing.

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Cards' Watt (shoulder) out for Packers showdown

Arizona Cardinals defensive end J.J. Watt has been ruled out for Thursday night's game against the Packers because of a shoulder injury.

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Tua talked with Flores, confident in status as QB

Miami Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa said he spoke with head coach Brian Flores after Sunday's game and came away confident in his status as starting quarterback despite reports the team has interest in Deshaun Watson.

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Transgender Athletes Face Bans From Girls’ Sports in 10 U.S. States

Over the past two years, nine states have enacted laws to bar transgender girls and women from competing in girls’ and women’s sports. Another relied on an executive order for a ban.

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Gladbach hand Bayern worst loss since 1978

Borussia Monchengladbach sensationally struck three times in the opening 21 minutes to demolish German champions Bayern Munich 5-0 on Wednesday.

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Liverpool ratings: Adrian 8/10 for great efforts in Carabao Cup win over Preston

Liverpool advanced to the Carabao Cup quarterfinals on a fine showing by Adrian in the net that led Jurgen Klopp's side past Preston North End.

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Former WFT employees want 'findings released'

The attorneys for some former Washington Football Team employees rejected NFL commissioner Roger Goodell's reasoning for not making the investigation into the organization public, saying in a letter that their clients "wanted the findings released."

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Cards' Watt (shoulder) out for Packers showdown

Arizona Cardinals defensive end J.J. Watt has been ruled out for Thursday night's game against the Packers because of a shoulder injury.

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Live results and analysis

Harrison, Cooper and Magomed Magomedkerimov have a shot at a second $1 million championship.

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Kings' Doughty out 8 weeks; Walker's season over

Los Angeles Kings defenseman Drew Doughty will be out for about eight weeks with a bruised right knee, GM Rob Blake said Wednesday, and defenseman Sean Walker will miss the rest of the season after tearing ligaments in his knee.

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Wednesday, October 27, 2021

World Series Game 1 Live Updates: Atlanta and Houston Face Off

The 117th World Series pits the National League champion Atlanta Braves against the American League champion Houston Astros. The best-of-seven series begins tonight in Houston.

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Transfer Talk: Pogba stalling on talks as Man Utd crisis deepens

The managerial turmoil at Manchester United has reportedly led to a pause in contract talks with Paul Pogba. Transfer Talk has the latest.

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LeBron (ankle) out Tues.; day-to-day, Vogel says

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James will sit out Tuesday night's game against the Spurs because of a sore right ankle.

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Bowman steps down as Team USA Olympic GM

Stan Bowman informed USA Hockey Tuesday he is stepping down as GM of the U.S. Olympic men's hockey team, hours after he "stepped aside" from his role with the Blackhawks following an investigation into how Chicago handled sexual assault allegations.

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Texans chairman apologizes for anti-Asian remark

Houston Texans chairman and CEO Cal McNair apologized Tuesday following a report that he made an anti-Asian comment at a team charity golf tournament in May.

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Giants lose Peppers to ruptured ACL, ankle injury

Giants safety Jabrill Peppers is out for the season with a ruptured ACL in his right knee and a high ankle sprain, the team announced.

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Could Any Player From Braves, Astros End Up On Red Sox In 2022?

Although the Red Sox are out of the postseason thanks to an American League Championship Series Game 6 loss to Houston, that doesn’t mean that this series won’t have any implications on Boston’s future. Red Sox chief baseball officer Chaim Bloom spoke to reporters Monday on a wide range of topics — including an initial outlook on the squad’s offseason plans — and it’s got us wondering, could any of the players on this year’s World Series rosters end up in Boston in 2022?



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After going from last place to ALCS, Red Sox optimistic

Just as importantly, the team didn't sell out its future to get there. "Even if we went all the way and won the whole thing, we wanted to come out of it feeling like this could be the start of something," Bloom told reporters three days after the Houston Astros eliminated Boston in Game 6 of the AL Championship Series. "We fell six wins short of that ultimate goal," Bloom said.



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Report: Xander Bogaerts Plans To Opt Out Of Red Sox Contract After 2022 Season

The 29-year-old Bogaerts signed a six-year, $120 million deal in 2019, a deal that runs through 2025 with an option for 2026. But that deal also included an opt-out after three seasons, allowing Bogaerts the freedom to pursue a bigger deal at age 30. His current deal pays him $20 million per year.



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Did the Red Sox purposely keep Christian Vázquez from earning more money?

Did the Red Sox purposefully keep Christian Vázquez from earning more money in the final year of his contract? This is the question that should be on Red Sox fans’ minds in the first week of the offseason, as questions about options and free agents begin to swirl. Christian Vázquez signed a three-year, $13.55M deal with the Sox ahead of the 2019 season that included a club option for 2022.



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Former Washington Football Staffers Demand Investigation’s Findings

Two women formerly employed by the team interrupted a meeting of the N.F.L.’s team owners to ask the league to release the full findings of an inquiry into sexual harassment and workplace misconduct.

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Arsenal's win to reach Carabao Cup quarters has deeper implications for squad

Arsenal's win over Leeds to reach the Carabao Cup quarterfinals has further squad implications beyond the chance to win hardware for Mikel Arteta.

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Early Giroud strike sends AC Milan top of Serie A

French striker Olivier Giroud's early strike earned AC Milan a narrow 1-0 win over Torino on Tuesday to send Stefano Pioli's side top.

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Chimy Avila's journey to LaLiga and Osasuna: "My body is my life story"

Born into poverty and growing up with incredible tragedy, Chimy Avila vowed to deliver for himself and his family. He talks to ESPN about his life.

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U.S. take on South Korea in Carli Lloyd's final game

The U.S. women's side take on South Korea in St. Paul, as USWNT legend Carli Lloyd plays her last match before retiring. Follow LIVE with ESPN.

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Texans chairman apologizes for anti-Asian remark

Houston Texans chairman and CEO Cal McNair apologized Tuesday following a report that he made an anti-Asian comment at a team charity golf tournament in May.

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Chimy Avila's journey to LaLiga and Osasuna: 'My body is my life story'

Born into poverty and growing up with incredible tragedy, Chimy Avila vowed to deliver for himself and his family. He talks to ESPN about his life.

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Islanders sign F Johnston to four-year extension

Ross Johnston has signed a four-year extension with the New York Islanders, the team announced Tuesday.

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Dallas, L.A., Indy to bid to host 2023 combine

The 2022 combine will be in Indianapolis, but the 2023 event will be put up for bidding, with Dallas, Los Angeles and Indianapolis in line to bid for the event.

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Blackhawks Ignored 2010 Sexual Assault Accusation, Investigation Says

An independent investigation commissioned by the N.H.L. club revealed on Tuesday that the team failed to act promptly after a player accused a video coach of sexual assault, in part because club executives were concerned about winning the Stanley Cup.

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Chelsea beat Southampton in Carabao Cup shootout

Chelsea beat Southampton in a shootout in the fourth round of the Carabao Cup at Stamford Bridge on Tuesday after the game ended in a 1-1 draw.

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Arsenal beat Leeds, reach Carabao quarters

Arsenal moved into the Carabao Cup quarterfinals with a 2-0 victory over fellow Premier League side Leeds United.

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Fantasy hockey rankings: The Erik Karlsson renaissance

Updated fantasy hockey rankings after the second week of the season, and insights on notable hot and cold starts.

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Tuesday, October 26, 2021

Red Sox part ways with Tom Goodwin, retain rest of coaching staff

After being eliminated from the postseason last Friday in Game Six of the ALCS by the Houston Astros, the Boston Red Sox held their end-of-year press conference featuring Chaim Bloom, Alex Cora, and Sam Kennedy on Monday. For the most part, the conversation has stuck to what you would normally expect, featuring mostly positive words about players who should be central figures of the offseason. The one newsworthy nugget from the presser was with the coaching staff.



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A Tale of Two Infields Pits Strength Against Strength

Houston and Atlanta have continuity to spare. The connections between this year’s World Series teams are numerous, especially with their homegrown cores.

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USWNT's Lloyd 'at peace' ahead of career finale

Carli Lloyd said she is satisfied knowing that she "did give it all I have" ahead of her last game for the USWNT on Tuesday night.

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Transfer Talk: Bayern, Manchester City interested in Barcelona's De Jong

Bayern Munich and Manchester City are interested in Barcelona midfielder Frenkie de Jong. Transfer Talk has the latest.

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Bucs fan rewarded for ceding Brady's 600 TD ball

The fan will receive Tom Brady and Mike Evans merchandise, a $1000 store credit and season tickets for returning Brady's ball, a source told ESPN.

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USWNT's Lloyd 'at peace' ahead of career finale

Carli Lloyd said she is satisfied knowing that she "did give it all I have" ahead of her last game for the USWNT on Tuesday night.

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Transfer Talk: Bayern, Manchester City interested in Barcelona's De Jong

Bayern Munich and Manchester City are interested in Barcelona midfielder Frenkie de Jong. Transfer Talk has the latest.

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Sources: Eagles trading QB Flacco to Jets for pick

The Philadelphia Eagles are trading veteran quarterback Joe Flacco to the New York Jets in exchange for a conditional 2022 sixth-round pick that could become a fifth-rounder based on play time for Flacco, sources tell ESPN's Adam Schefter.

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Falcons coach Arthur Smith jokingly offers tryout chance to Dikembe Mutombo

Who better to call upon when in need of some blocking assistance than NBA legend Dikembe Mutombo? Atlanta Falcons coach Arthur Smith could think of no one.

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After going from last place to ALCS, Red Sox optimistic

Rebuilding plans for the Boston Red Sox are ahead of schedule. Chief Baseball Officer Chaim Bloom said Monday that going from last place in 2020 to within six wins of a championship shows the organization is back on the track that led to four World Series titles since 2004. “Even if we went all the way and won the whole thing, we wanted to come out of it feeling like this could be the start of something,” Bloom told reporters three days after the Houston Astros eliminated Boston in Game 6 of the AL Championship Series.



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Three Red Sox players named Silver Slugger award finalists

The Boston Red Sox have three players named finalists for the 2021 Silver Slugger award.



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Franchy Cordero To Remain With Red Sox Organization After All

Franchy Cordero won’t be going too far from the Red Sox after all. Boston on Friday — hours before Game 6 of the American League Championship Series began — designated the outfielder for assignment, but MLB.com’s Ian Browne reported Monday that Cordero has cleared waivers and will report to Triple-A Worcester. Cordero was acquired in the trade that sent Andrew Benintendi to the Kansas City Royals, along with a package of prospects.



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Houston Astros will meet Atlanta Braves without services of injured right-hander Lance McCullers Jr.

The Houston Astros will be without the services of right-hander Lance McCullers Jr. after he declared himself out for the World Series on Monday. McCullers, 28, left Game 4 of the ALDS against the Chicago White Sox with forearm tightness and missed the ALCS against the Boston Red Sox, but remained hopeful he might return to the Fall Classic. He gave himself about a 1% chance, but doctors told him he needed 6-8 weeks before picking up a baseball.



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In the World Series, Eddie Rosario Is Looking Good

An unheralded pickup at the trading deadline, Rosario has been on a tear, powering Atlanta through the playoffs. Can the M.V.P. of the N.L.C.S. keep it going?

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Sources: Ex-Madrid boss Zidane won't seek Man Utd

Former Real Madrid manager Zinedine Zidane is not interested in managing Manchester United, sources have told ESPN.

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Barcelona, Boca Juniors to play 'Maradona Cup'

Barcelona will play Boca Juniors in a December tribute match to mark the one year-anniversary of the death of their former player Diego Maradona.

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Sources: Eagles trading QB Flacco to Jets for pick

The Philadelphia Eagles are trading veteran quarterback Joe Flacco to the New York Jets in exchange for a conditional 2022 sixth-round pick that could become a fifth-rounder based on play time for Flacco, sources tell ESPN's Adam Schefter.

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Packers place star WR Adams on COVID-19 list

The Packers have placed star WR Davante Adams on the reserve/COVID-19 list, putting his availability for Thursday night's game against the Cardinals in doubt.

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Harsin still mum on vax status as mandate looms

With Auburn last week mandating a Dec. 8 deadline for all university employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, head coach Bryan Harsin on Monday again declined to divulge whether or not he had received the vaccine or planned to receive it.

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Astros SP McCullers (arm) will miss World Series

Houston Astros right-hander Lance McCullers Jr., 28, who left Game 4 of the ALDS against the Chicago White Sox with forearm tightness, will miss the World series as his teammates battle the Atlanta Braves, beginning Tuesday.

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Astros SP McCullers (arm) will miss World Series

Houston Astros right-hander Lance McCullers Jr., 28, who left Game 4 of the ALDS against the Chicago White Sox with forearm tightness, will miss the World series as his teammates battle the Atlanta Braves, beginning Tuesday.

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Red Sox to evaluate futures of Devers, Bogaerts

Alex Cora would not commit when asked if SS Xander Bogaerts and 3B Rafael Devers will stick to playing their current positions.

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Waiver watch: Here's why you should add Zack Kassian, Lucas Raymond, and more

Watch out for these players contributing across the board, or getting top-line minutes.

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Monday, October 25, 2021

Astros close out Red Sox in Game 6 of ALCS, return to World Series for third time in five seasons

A brilliant start from Luis Garcia and the red-hot Yordan Alvarez helped Houston beat Boston in Game 6 of the American League Championship Series 5-0.



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What We Learned From Week 7 in the N.F.L.

King Henry’s court helped Tennessee take down Kansas City and middling quarterback plans caught up to Denver and Washington.

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World Series Recalls Dusty Baker's Relationship With Hank Aaron

“If Henry is watching down, he will enjoy this World Series because of Dusty, above all,” Bud Selig said of Dusty Baker, who bonded with Aaron in their time together in Atlanta.

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Messi, PSG struggle in tense Marseille draw

PSG dropped two points as they were held to a 0-0 stalemate at bitter rivals Marseille after playing more than half an hour with 10 men.

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Suarez rescues Atletico against Real Sociedad

Luis Suarez scored a second half brace as Atletico Madrid came from two goals down to draw 2-2 at home against LaLiga leaders Real Sociedad.

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Dybala rescues point for Juve at Inter with penalty

Juventus snatched a last-gasp 1-1 draw at champions Inter Milan in Serie A after Paulo Dybala scored a penalty following a VAR intervention.

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Verstappen was unsure Red Bull's strategy would beat Hamilton

Max Verstappen said he was not convinced Red Bull's aggressive pit-stop strategy would be successful.

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Transfer Talk: Mourinho, Roma eye Madrid's Ceballos

AS Roma manager Jose Mourinho is interested in a move for Real Madrid midfielder Dani Ceballos. Transfer Talk has the latest.

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Driver killed in collision with jr. hockey team bus

The driver of a car died Sunday in a collision with a bus transporting the Miramichi Timberwolves Junior A hockey team on a New Brunswick road.

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Mahomes clears protocol, pulled anyway in loss

Patrick Mahomes expects to be fine for next week's game after taking a shot to the head in Sunday's blowout loss to the Titans.

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Raiders' Jacobs, Eagles' Sanders exit with injuries

In a pivotal game for both clubs, the Las Vegas Raiders and Philadelphia Eagles lost starting running backs to injury Sunday, as Josh Jacobs and Miles Sanders exited early.

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3 companies split $1.55M in Helmet Challenge

The NFL has awarded a total of $1.55 million split among three companies in its Helmet Challenge, which launched in 2019.

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Five Pivotal Plays That Cost Red Sox the ALCS

Tomase: Five pivotal plays that cost Red Sox the ALCS originally appeared on NBC Sports Boston The series sat on a platter, just waiting to be served to Boston's ravenous fans. Record the final six outs of Game 4 with Garrett Whitlock handing the ball to Nathan Eovaldi, and the Red Sox take a 3-1 lead in the American League Championship Series with a chance to close it out at home. We know what happened next.



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Red Sox vs. Astros ALCS Game 6: Time, TV channel, how to watch, live stream, starting pitchers for Friday

Houston has a 3-2 lead over Boston in the ALCS and can clinch a spot in the World Series with a win on Friday.



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Daniel Jones Lifts Giants; Jets Hit a Familiar Low

Are these teams watchable yet? Depends on your perspective.

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Transfer Talk: Mourinho, Roma eye Madrid's Ceballod

AS Roma manager Jose Mourinho is interested in a move for Real Madrid midfielder Dani Ceballos. Transfer Talk has the latest.

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Mahomes clears protocol, pulled anyway in loss

Patrick Mahomes expects to be fine for next week's game after taking a shot to the head in Sunday's blowout loss to the Titans.

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Protesters show Irving support outside Barclays

Around 100 people gathered outside Barclays Center in protest of New York City's vaccine mandate and in support of Kyrie Irving.

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Brady becomes 1st QB to reach 600 pass TDs

Tom Brady became the first quarterback in NFL history to reach the 600 passing-touchdown milestone with a 9-yard scoring strike to Mike Evans on Sunday against the Bears.

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Brady becomes 1st QB to reach 600 pass TDs

Tom Brady became the first quarterback in NFL history to reach the 600 passing touchdown milestone with a nine-yard scoring strike to Mike Evans on Sunday against the Bears.

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Protesters show Irving support outside Barclays

Around 100 people gathered outside Barclays Center in protest of New York City's vaccine mandate and in support of Kyrie Irving.

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Sunday, October 24, 2021

Dale Earnhardt Jr tweet gives Ricciardo 'goosebumps'

Daniel Ricciardo was lost for words after Dale Earnhardt Jr. tweeted a message of appreciation for the respect he's always shown his father.

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Russ 'OK with adversity' amid Lakers' slow start

Count new Lakers guard Russell Westbrook among those unfazed with the Lakers' slow start, as the veteran star knows there's still some time needed until "we all get comfortable with each other."

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In the end, Red Sox just ran out of fight

Backs against the wall — occasionally by their own doing — these Boston Red Sox proved hard to pin down. The Houston Astros finally got them for good Friday night. Boston’s bats went quiet for the third straight game and the Red Sox bowed out of the AL Championship Series with a punchless 5-0 loss to the Astros in Game 6.



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CHAMPIONS! Houston Astros head to World Series after win over Boston

The Houston Astros are on their way to the World Series. They clinched their third American League pennant in five years Friday night with a Game 6 win over the Boston Red Sox. The Astros outlasted the Red Sox 4-2 in the series with Friday's 5-0 shutout.



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NLCS: Max Scherzer Isn't Injured, but He Won't Start Game 6

Max Scherzer, a superstar right-hander, blamed a dead arm for his short start in Game 2 of the N.L.C.S. He said he might be available to pitch if there is a Game 7.

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Sporting KC edges Sounders to clinch playoffs

Johnny Russell scored in the 79th minute to lift Sporting Kansas City to a 2-1 victory over the Seattle Sounders in a chippy match.

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Transfer Talk: Manchester City look to add Real Madrid's Toni Kroos

Transfer Talk has the latest.

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Ole Miss retires Eli Manning's No. 10 jersey

Eli Manning set or tied 47 school records during his time at Ole Miss. His No. 10 jersey was retired on Saturday.

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Paul Quinn College's new basketball court provides an artistic history lesson

Paul Quinn, a historically Black college, unveiled an impressive new court design with historical significance.

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Kraken are home: Best scenes, plays and moments from the team's Seattle debut

Seattle fans have been waiting a long time to see their new hockey team at home. The wait is over and the Kraken can be released.

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Houston Astros head to World Series, just a few years after their cheating scandal

It's a good day to be a Houston Astros fan — if you can handle a little controversy. The Astros are going to the World Series later this month, after besting the Boston Red Sox on Friday. This will mark the Astros' third appearance in the World Series in 5 years.



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Friday Sports in Brief

The Braves lead Los Angeles 3-2 in the NL Championship Series going into Game 6 Saturday night. ATLANTA (AP) – The Los Angeles Dodgers say Max Scherzer will not start Game 6 of the NL Championship Series against the Atlanta Braves on Saturday night. The Dodgers made the announcement on Friday night.



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ALCS Game 6: Win $10,000 of Big Papi's money free with FOX Bet Super 6

Yet the Astros won two of three at Fenway Park and now need just one win in two games at Minute Maid Park to send the Boston Red Sox packing. That brings us to Friday's Game 6, in which the Astros face Nathan Eovaldi — Boston’s best pitcher — for a third time in the series. Luis Garcia is scheduled to start for Houston.



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Despite ALCS loss, Red Sox express positive attitude

And while the Sox' exciting season came crashing down in a 5-0 loss in Game 6 as they were eliminated from the A.L. Championship Series, the feeling outside the Red Sox clubhouse was largely positive. "I mean, it's really tough, obviously," said Kiké Hernandez, who signed a two-year, $14-million deal to play for Alex Cora. "Going home is never easy.



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Alvarez returns from double knee surgery to win ALCS MVP

Two years after winning an AL Rookie of the Year Award, Yordan Alvarez has an AL Championship Series MVP to add to his trophy case. The video above is from a previous story. The 24-year-old Cuban was 4-for-4 with two doubles and a triple for the Houston Astros in Friday night's pennant-winning 5-0 victory over the Boston Red Sox.



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Alex Cora 'Really Good' After Returning To Red Sox After Suspension

Cora helped lead the Red Sox to a 92-70 record, good for an American League Wild Card spot after they were slated to finish fourth in the division and not even make the postseason. Boston defeated the New York Yankees in the AL Wild Card Game before stunning the first-place Tampa Bay Rays in the AL Division Series. The Red Sox’s season came to a bitter end Friday night in a 5-0 loss to the Astros in Game 6 of the AL Championship Series.



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Vanessa Bryant Tells of Kobe Bryant's Death in New Deposition

Bryant was being questioned by a lawyer defending Los Angeles County in her lawsuit about the sharing of photos of human remains from the helicopter crash that killed nine people.

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Ibra scores at both ends as Milan beat Bologna

AC Milan striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic scored at both ends as the visitors left it late to earn a 4-2 win over nine-man Bologna in Serie A on Saturday.

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Short-handed Broncos add depth in LB Weatherly

With seven linebackers on injured reserve as well as two more linebackers who might be limited in practice next week, the Denver Broncos acquired linebacker Stephen Weatherly from the Minnesota Vikings on Saturday.

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OU's Williams delivers 'gotta have it' play in win

Oklahoma survived another slow start in a 35-23 win over Kansas, and Caleb Williams once again provided a spark, but in an unusual way.

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Illinois stuns No. 7 Penn State in first 9-OT game

Casey Washington caught a 2-point conversion pass from Brandon Peters to end the first nine-overtime game in NCAA history and lift Illinois over No. 7 Penn State 20-18 Saturday.

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Senators' Murray (head) injured in loss to Rangers

Starting goaltender Matt Murray left in the third period with a head injury, and the Ottawa Senators let a lead slip away in a 3-2 loss to the New York Rangers on Saturday.

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Saturday, October 23, 2021

Letter: The Red Sox, democracy and Donald Trump

Prediction: Houston will clean the Sox clock to win the pennant and it will take less than Game 7 to do it. I still am asking what happened? I will leave the professional analysis to ones more savvy than I to tell it.



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Red Sox living and dying by long ball

Oct. 22—The Red Sox have gotten plenty of offense since the American League Championship Series began. Through the first five games they have scored 28 runs on 40 hits against the Astros, so you can't say the lineup hasn't been productive. But when it comes to actually getting runners across the plate, the Red Sox have been remarkably one-dimensional. Since the ALCS began, the Red Sox have ...



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Red Sox fan excitement remains high for 'Soxtober'

Red Sox fans were excited to see the players off to Houston, and anxious to see how the team responds to two must-win games.



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Sox get lesson in real playoff baseball from Astros

Oct. 21—BOSTON — Your grand slam-or-bust Boston Red Sox are on the wrong side of trouble. Unfortunately, they believed what we — fans, media and the rest of the baseball world — were telling them, that those blowout, grand-slam-laden wins in Games 2 and 3 put them in a category rarely seen in postseason baseball before. Yes, up there with '27 Yankees. It was euphoric and easy. Probably too ...



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How Astros GM James Click Steadied a Shaken Franchise

A cheating scandal and a tainted World Series title had the Houston Astros in disarray. James Click got the franchise right back in the business of trying to win championships.

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Lacazette making case at Arsenal for extended stay beyond existing deal

Alexandre Lacazette gives Arsenal food for thought about his future at the Emirates after a stellar display in a big win over Aston Villa.

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USL to replay part of game after odd no-goal call

The USL said that a portion of a match will be replayed after a bizarre decision led to the referees disallowing a goal in error.

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Transfer Talk: Chelsea seek Real Madrid duo Hazard, Mendy

Chelsea are interested in a double swoop for Real Madrid duo Ferland Mendy and Eden Hazard. Transfer Talk has the latest.

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Sources: Southern Miss to Sun Belt a 'done deal'

Southern Miss will join the Sun Belt Conference, which could soon add more members, sources tell ESPN.

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Lacazette making case at Arsenal for extended stay beyond existing deal

Alexandre Lacazette gives Arsenal food for thought about his future at the Emirates after a stellar display vs. Aston Villa.

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Hamilton wants to be remembered for creating change rather than winning titles

Lewis Hamilton is hoping to create a legacy that has nothing to do with his driving ability or his multiple Formula One world championships.

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Wizards sit Beal (hip) for home opener vs. Pacers

The Washington Wizards are being cautious with Bradley Beal, who sat out Friday night's home opener against the Pacers because of right hip problems.

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NFL Week 7 injury updates on Saquon Barkley, T.Y. Hilton and more

Our NFL Nation reporters have the latest injury updates for key players, including Saquon Barkley, T.Y. Hilton and more entering Week 7.

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Ravens rocking retro backfield with Devonta Freeman, Le'Veon Bell

Freeman is expected to start with Latavius Murray sidelined, and Bell would be the backup as the Ravens hope the former Pro Bowlers can lead the way.

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'Canes AD on Diaz: Everyone 'being evaluated'

Miami Hurricanes athletic director Blake James says football coach Manny Diaz is being evaluated the same as every other coach in the program after a disappointing 2-4 start.

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Mercedes not ruling out another engine penalty for Hamilton

Teammate Valtteri Bottas incurred a five-place drop at the U.S. Grand Prix on Friday.

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Mercedes not ruling out another engine penalty for Hamilton

Mercedes would not rule out Formula One title contender Lewis Hamilton taking another engine penalty this season after team mate Valtteri Bottas incurred a five-place drop at the U.S. Grand Prix on Friday.

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U.S. Rep.: Gruden emails may be 'tip of iceberg'

Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi, one of the House Democrats seeking more information about the NFL's investigation into Washington, says he fears that problematic messages in Jon Gruden's emails could be "much more common than what we otherwise thought."

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Garoppolo returns; Lance, 2 others out for 49ers

San Francisco QB Jimmy Garoppolo will return to the starting lineup on Sunday, but the 49ers will be without several key players against the Indianapolis Colts, including backup QB Trey Lance.

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Tuchel: Lukaku-Haaland partnership talk a 'joke'

Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel played down speculation of a move for Erling Haaland by claiming he was joking with reporters.

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Arsenal turn in solid win against listless Villa

Arsenal made short work of Aston Villa with a 3-1 Premier League win at the Emirates on Friday night.

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U.S. Rep.: Gruden emails may be 'tip of iceberg'

Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi, one of the House Democrats seeking more information about the NFL's investigation into Washington, says he fears that problematic messages in Jon Gruden's emails could be "much more common than what we otherwise thought."

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Freeman likely to start as injuries hit Ravens' RBs

With Latavius Murray ruled out of Sunday's game against Cincinnati with a sprained ankle, Devonta Freeman is expected to be the latest running back to start for the Ravens as injuries once again hit their backfield.

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Friday, October 22, 2021

Follow live: Bridgewater, Broncos take on banged-up Browns in AFC affair

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Follow live: Braves looking to close out Dodgers, advance to World Series

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Congress seeking info from WFT investigation

A Congressional committee is seeking documents and information from the NFL regarding the investigation into the Washington Football Team's workplace culture.

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OT Knight taking break to focus on mental health

Offensive tackle Brandon Knight did not report to the Baltimore Ravens this week because he needed to take some time away from the game.

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Red Sox rely on Eovaldi in Game 6 with ALCS on the line

Nathan Eovaldi wants the ball, the pressure, the chance to extend Boston's season — all of it. "I love it," he said Thursday, a day before he was scheduled to face Houston in Game 6 of the AL Championship Series, which the Astros lead three games to two. "I feel like this is what everybody wants to do," Eovaldi said.



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Kevin Plawecki Will Catch For Nathan Eovaldi In Must-Win ALCS Game 6

After three games off, Kevin Plawecki will return behind the plate for the Boston Red Sox. Given that Nathan Eovaldi is set to start in a must-win Game 6, it could have been assumed that Plawecki would crack the lineup, but manager Alex Cora didn’t confirm the update until Thursday. It’s an understandable game plan, since Boston’s season is riding on what happens at Minute Maid Park on Friday.



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Red Sox fan catches piece of Rafael Devers' broken bat with bare hand during ALCS Game 5 at Fenway

The one-handed snag from the Massachusetts resident was a top highlight of the pivotal playoff game.



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Transfer Talk: Arsenal look to RB Leipzig's Nkunku to jumpstart scoring

With Arsenal in search of goals, the Gunners have set their sights on RB Leipzig playmaker Christopher Nkunku. Transfer Talk has the latest.

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Ehlinger died of accidental overdose, family says

The family of Texas linebacker Jake Ehlinger said Thursday that the cause of his death May 6 was an accidental overdose of what was believed to be Xanax laced with fentanyl.

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Transfer Talk: Arsenal look to RB Leipzig's Nkunku to jumpstart scoring

With Arsenal in search of goals, the Gunners have set their sights on RB Leipzig playmaker Christopher Nkunku. Transfer Talk has the latest.

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Soler returns for Braves; LA's Burns in for Turner

The Dodgers and Braves both made changes to their rosters on Thursday, prior to the start of Game 5 of the NL Championship Series.

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Seahawks' Taylor expects to play Monday night

Seattle Seahawks defensive end Darrell Taylor expects to play Monday night after escaping serious injury in a a scary-looking incident last week in Pittsburgh.

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Red Sox rely on Eovaldi in Game 6 with ALCS on the line

Nathan Eovaldi wants the ball, the pressure, the chance to extend Boston’s season — all of it. I love it,” he said Thursday, a day before he was scheduled to face Houston in Game 6 of the AL Championship Series, which the Astros lead three games to two. I feel like this is what everybody wants to do,” Eovaldi said.



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Arizona Fall League: Cubs key prospects look to make impressions

The Cubs are well-represented with seven players competing in the Arizona Fall League, including some of the organization's top prospects.



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Red Sox designate Franchy Cordero for assignment

The postseason is obviously still going on and the Red Sox are still playing baseball, but on Thursday we got what was basically the first move of the offseason with some movement on the bottom of the Red Sox 40-man. The team announced on Thursday that they had reinstated Phillips Valdez from the COVID IL, and more consequentially designated Franchy Cordero for assignment in order to make room on the 40-man.



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Jets' Maye doesn't want trade: 'Want to be here'

Jets safety Marcus Maye said Thursday that he doesn't want to be traded and told reporters that the team's brass "know I want to be here."

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Ex-Texans DE Mercilus has 'new life' with Packers

Former Houston Texans edge-rusher Whitney Mercilus says signing with the Green Bay Packers has pumped him with "new life."

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Mourinho's Roma shellacked for six in awful ECL loss

Jose Mourinho suffered one of biggest defeats of his coaching career in Roma's 6-1 loss at Bodo/Glimt in the Europa Conference League.

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El Clasico preview: Everything you need to know about Barcelona vs. Real Madrid

Sunday's Clasico between Barcelona and Real Madrid won't decide LaLiga, but it will provide an early look at these rivals. Here's what to expect.

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Jets' Maye doesn't want trade: 'Want to be here'

Jets safety Marcus Maye said Thursday that he doesn't want to be traded and told reporters that the team's brass "know I want to be here."

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Everything you need to know about Barcelona vs. Real Madrid

El Clasico won't decide LaLiga, but it will provide an early look at these rivals.

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U.S. Grand Prix diary - Verstappen snubs Netflix, Hamilton gets locked in his room

A collection of gossip and some of the weirder stories from Austin's paddock in the build-up to the U.S. Grand Prix.

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Fantasy 30: LaMelo Ball, Anthony Edwards are the real deal

All the latest fantasy basketball news, buzz and trade rumors from around the NBA, including the early dominance from a pair of 2020 lottery picks.

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Thursday, October 21, 2021

Red Sox CEO Larry Lucchino Believes Robot Ump Takeover Is 'Inevitable'

Larry Lucchino believes the robots are going to soon take over. At least, when it comes to the game of baseball. The debate around Major League Baseball implementing an automated strike zone flared up Tuesday night into Wednesday, after umpire Lan Diaz was criticized for more than a few controversial ball-strike calls during Game 4 of the American League Championship Series between the Boston Red Sox and Houston Astros.



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'Kyle From Waltham': City Recognizes Red Sox Slugger Kyle Schwarber As Honorary Citizen

WALTHAM (CBS) – “Everyone is asking me, ‘what’s Kyle from Waltham? I’m like, uh what? said Red Sox first baseman Kyle Schwarber in a postgame news conference after Game 3 of the ALCS Monday night.



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'Fenway Baby' steals the show during Red Sox vs. Astros ALCS game

A 5-month-old became an instant sensation after an appearance on the Fenway Park videoboard, inspiring several creative chants from the crowd.



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Most crushing loss over last 20 years for Mets & Yankees | Baseball Night in NY

Doug Williams asks Anthony Recker, Sweeny Murti and Dan Graca what the most crushing Mets or Yankees loss of the last 20 years on the anniversary of 3 heartbreaking losses - "The Bloody Sock" in 2004 ALCS Game 6, "Wainwright Freezes Beltran" - 2006 NLCS Game 7, or "Altuve Walkoff" -2019 ALCS Game 6. Watch more Baseball Night in NY: https://ift.tt/3sU2OQM About Baseball Night in New York: On Baseball Night in New York, host Doug Williams is joined by a cast of leading New York baseball writers and other experts to discuss the latest off-season news involving the New York Mets, Yankees, and key division rivals



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Red Sox vs. Astros: Why Chaim Bloom is optimistic about Chris Sale in Game 5

Despite some lackluster outings this postseason, Chaim Bloom is optimistic about Red Sox starter Chris Sale entering the pivotal Game 5 of the ALCS, and he explained why this morning.



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Is Solskjaer papering over cracks or have Man United turned a corner?

Man United came back from two goals down to beat Atalanta, but the uphill slog raises the question: how much longer can Ole Gunnar Solskjaer go on?

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Braves' Ynoa (shoulder) scratched; Chavez starts

Braves right-hander Huascar Ynoa was scratched from his scheduled start against the Los Angerles Dodgers on Wednesday night because of shoulder tightness. The team will replace Ynoa with Jesse Chavez as an opener.

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Seahawks claim QB Eason with Wilson still on IR

The Seahawks have claimed QB Jacob Eason off waivers from the Colts.

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Cristiano Ronaldo completes stunning Manchester United comeback against Atalanta

Cristiano Ronaldo scored a late winning goal to complete a stunning Manchester United comeback against Atalanta in the Champions League.

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Follow live: Astros take on Red Sox in pivotal Game 5

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MLB playoffs 2021: Best plays and moments from LCS action

How the Dodgers and Astros found their stride and made their respective series more competitive

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Seahawks claim QB Eason with Wilson still on IR

The Seahawks have claimed QB Jacob Eason off waivers from the Colts.

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N.F.L. Concussion Settlement to Eliminate Race as Factor

The revised agreement eliminates race as a consideration in evaluating dementia claims by former players.

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Ronaldo scores late, Man Utd win epic rally

Cristiano Ronaldo scored a late goal as Manchester United mounted a second-half rally to beat Atalanta 3-2 in Champions League group-stage action.

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Chelsea thrash Malmo as Lukaku, Werner injured

Chelsea cruised to a 4-0 win over Malmo FF in the Champions League on Wednesday as strikers Romelu Lukaku and Timo Werner suffered injuries.

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Follow live: Astros take on Red Sox in pivotal Game 5

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Madness? Huggins says majors need own tourney

Bob Huggins wants the major conferences to control college basketball's biggest financial stream by ditching the NCAA tourney in favor of their own postseason event. Said Huggins of smaller programs: "The other people, they can have their own tournament."

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Gonzaga's Few fined after pleading guilty to DUI

Gonzaga coach Mark Few has pleaded guilty to misdemeanor driving under the influence in Idaho and must pay a fine of $1,000 in lieu of spending four days in jail, according to court documents.

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Ex-WR Thompkins guilty of COVID relief fraud

Kenbrell Thompkins, a former NFL wide receiver, pleaded guilty Monday to stealing identities to fraudulently obtain coronavirus-related unemployment insurance benefits in California.

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Ansu Fati extends Barcelona contract through '27

Barcelona's teenage forward Ansu Fati has signed a new contract until 2027 with his release clause rising to €1 billion.

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Brewers hitting coach Haines out after NLDS loss

Andy Haines is out as the Milwaukee Brewers' hitting coach after they scored a total of six runs in their four-game National League Division Series loss to the Atlanta Braves.

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Boylen to coach USA Basketball in WC qualifiers

Jim Boylen, who most recently coached the Chicago Bulls from 2018-20, will coach Team USA next month in the first window of qualifying for the 2023 Basketball World Cup.

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Wednesday, October 20, 2021

Cowboys safety Kazee arrested on DWI charge

Cowboys safety Damontae Kazee was arrested early Tuesday on suspicion of driving while intoxicated in a Dallas suburb.

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Follow live: Braves look to stay hot, take commanding lead in NLCS

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MLB qualifying offer value down $500K to $18.4M

The price of a qualifying offer to Major League Baseball free agents dropped by $500,000 to $18.4 million, a sign of the slide in salaries.

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Jets' Wheeler (COVID-19) out at least four games

The Jets said before their game Tuesday at Minnesota that Winnipeg captain Blake Wheeler was symptomatic after testing positive for COVID-19 and that he will miss at least four games.

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Green: Warriors still long way from title contention

Warriors veteran forward Draymond Green offered an honest assessment of his team prior to Tuesday's regular-season opener, saying he thinks Golden State "could be very good" but still has "ways to go" to become championship caliber.

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Jags' Smoot helps wife deliver baby girl at home

Jaguars DE Dawuane Smoot helped his wife, Aumari, deliver the couple's second child in the living room of their Jacksonville home early Tuesday morning.

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Bears put pass rusher Quinn on COVID-19 list

Bears linebacker Robert Quinn was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list on Tuesday, putting his availability for Sunday's game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers into question.

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Red Sox-Astros Game 4 Lineups: No Changes For Boston From Game 3

The Red Sox look to push the Astros to the brink of elimination Tuesday night. Boston hosts Houston at Fenway Park for Game 4 of the American League Championship Series after a convincing 12-3 win Monday night in Game 3 helped the Red Sox take a 2-1 series lead. Nick Pivetta will take the mound for the Red Sox opposite of Zack Greinke.



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MLB Fans Heading To Red Sox Vs. Astros ALCS Survive Horrific Plane Crash

Twenty-one baseball fans headed for the Red Sox vs. Astros ALCS game in Boston were involved in a horrific plane crash Tuesday ... but somehow, they all miraculously survived. Officials say a McDonnell Douglas MD-87 carrying the nearly two dozen people attempted to take off from Waller County, Texas ...



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MLB playoffs 2021: How to watch, stream Braves vs. Dodgers, Red Sox vs. Astros today

Here's the schedule for the next few days: Tuesday, Oct. 19 NLCS Game 3: Braves vs. Dodgers, 5:08 p.m. ET (2:08 p.m. PT) on TBS ALCS Game 4: Astros vs. Red Sox, 8:08 p.m.



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Fans headed to Fenway escape fiery plane crash near Houston

People headed to the Red Sox-Houston ALCS Game 4 at Fenway Park escaped serious injury Tuesday morning when the plane they were aboard crashed outside of Houston, according to reports.



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Vulgar Red Sox Fans Who Taunted A-Rod Silenced On TV

A local Amazon driver has been charged after police say he dressed as a woman to take illegal photos of women at a Wrentham mall. Scroll down for more on those and other stories Patch has been covering in Massachusetts today. Today's Top Story: Fox Pulls Plug On Vulgar Sox Fans Even during blowouts of Tampa Bay and Houston, the Fenway crowd has been resorting to ol' reliable: "Yankees Suck!



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David Ortiz, Alex Rodriguez will be back on Jersey Street after raucous scene during Fox Sports postgame show

Alex Rodriguez, David Ortiz and the rest of Fox Sports’ MLB studio show are going to be right in the thick of Red Sox Nation again. A Fox Sports spokesperson said Tuesday afternoon that the network will not move its set to a different location at Fenway Park, a day after a raucous postgame scene on Jersey Street in which fans serenaded Rodriguez with chants and taunts that occasionally led to the network cutting the audio of its program.



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Magic Johnson Talks Business, Basketball and a Big Mistake With LeBron

Johnson predicted the N.B.A.’s next great rivalry and said he has only one regret from his time running the Los Angeles Lakers.

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U.S.'s Morgan: Trust 'still not there' on NWSL talks

U.S. star Alex Morgan said that the NWSL still too "reactive" and more trust needs to be built between the league and the players amid discussions.

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Real Madrid thrash Shakhtar ahead of 'Clasico'

Vinicius Jr. had a brace with Rodrygo and Karim Benzema each scoring as Real Madrid beat Shakhtar Donetsk in Champions League action.

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Messi, Mbappe lead PSG over Marsch's Leipzig

Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappe each scored a brace as Paris Saint-Germain beat RB Leipzig 4-2 in Champions League group stage action.

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Has Solskjaer turned Man United around?

Manchester United are in a much better place than when Jose Mourinho was sacked in December 2018, but how much of that down to Ole Gunnar Solskjaer?

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Vinicius Jr. 9/10 leads Real Madrid to easy win over Shakhtar

Real Madrid have struggled in the Champions League but Brazilian winger Vinicius Jr. saw them home against Shakhtar.

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Follow live: Braves look to stay hot, take commanding lead in NLCS

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Jags' Smoot helps wife deliver baby girl at home

Jaguars DE Dawuane Smoot helped his wife deliver the couple's second child in the living room of their Jacksonville home early Tuesday morning.

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U.S.'s Morgan: Trust 'still not there' on NWSL talks

U.S. star Alex Morgan said that the NWSL still too "reactive" and more trust needs to be built between the league and the players amid discussions.

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Has Solskjaer turned Man United around?

Manchester United are in a much better place than when Jose Mourinho was sacked in December 2018, but how much of that down to Ole Gunnar Solskjaer?

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Tuesday, October 19, 2021

New Cubs GM looks to raise bar 'even further'

Carter Hawkins was formally introduced as the Cubs' new general manager on Monday, stepping into a position that had been open since Jed Hoyer was promoted to president of baseball operations almost a year ago.

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Giants want to exercise Posey's $22M option

The Giants plan to exercise Buster Posey's $22M club option for next season as long as the catcher wants to keep playing.

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Sharks' Kane out 21 games for violating protocol

Embattled San Jose forward Evander Kane, who did not participate with the Sharks at training camp, has been suspended for 21 games without by the NHL for an "established violation" of the NHL/NHLPA COVID-19 protocol.

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Blue Jackets' Domi out 2-4 weeks with rib injury

Columbus Blue Jackets forward Max Domi will miss two to four weeks with a rib fracture.

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NBA's Silver: Irving's status 'not a league issue'

Adam Silver said Kyrie Irving's ability to play was an issue between the Nets star and New York City, not the NBA.

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How 'Dancing On My Own' became the Boston Red Sox's go-to song

During last year's pandemic-shortened season, Plawecki lived with three other Red Sox players - Andrew Benintendi, Mitch Moreland and Kevin Pillar - and annoyed them by playing the song nonstop in the house. Plawecki said it really annoyed Moreland, so as a joke, he made it his walk-up song. Plawecki ended up having the best season of his young career, hitting .



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FOX Bet Super 6 ALCS Game 3: Win $10,000 of Big Papi's money for free

Astros, Red Sox or tie, with ranges from 1 to 13-plus The Astros are making more contact than the Red Sox in this series. Boston’s pitchers have struck out 14 hitters through the first two games while Houston has struck out 22 hitters out of the 54 out that they’ve gotten. Prediction: Astros, 11 Which team will have the most hits and how many will they have?



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Red Sox’ Grand Slams Sink Astros

George Bissell recaps the Red Sox' lopsided ALCS Game 2 victory and Austin Riley's heroics in the Braves' NLCS Game 1 win in Sunday's Daily Dose. (Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports)



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Arsenal midfield fittingly overrun by Vieira's Palace

Patrick Vieira long bossed the midfield in north London. He did it again on Monday, coaching his impressive Crystal Palace to a 2-2 draw at Arsenal.

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Sources: Donovan out from RSL job contention

Landon Donovan has withdrawn his name for consideration for the vacant managerial post at Real Salt Lake, sources have told ESPN.

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NWSL names WWC exec Messing interim CEO

The National Women's Soccer League (NWSL) named 1999 FIFA Women's World Cup chief executive Marla Messing as its interim CEO on Monday.

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NBA's Silver: Irving's status 'not a league issue'

Adam Silver said Kyrie Irving's ability to play was an issue between the Nets star and New York City, not the NBA.

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Sharks' Kane out 21 games for violating protocol

Embattled San Jose forward Evander Kane, who did not participate with the Sharks at training camp, has been suspended for 21 games without by the NHL for an "established violation" of the NHL/NHLPA COVID-19 protocol.

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Suns' Shamet agrees to 4-year, $43M extension

Suns guard Landry Shamet has agreed to a four-year, $43 million rookie contract extension.

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Hawks, Huerter reach 4-year, $65M extension

The Hawks and guard Kevin Huerter agreed to a four-year, $65 million contract extension Monday.

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Bucks, Allen agree on 2-year, $20M extension

Grayson Allen agreed to a two-year, $20 million rookie extension with the Bucks on Monday, his agent told ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski.

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Meyer: Jags' emotional locker room like title wins

Urban Meyer said the intensity in the emotional Jaguars' locker room after Jacksonville snapped its 20-game losing streak was comparable to what he has experienced after winning a national title in college football.

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Packs' Bakhtiari (ACL) slated to return to practice

Packers All-Pro LT David Bakhtiari is expected to return to practice Wednesday for the first time since tearing his ACL in January.

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Infantino speaks to 'advantages' of biennial WC

FIFA president Gianni Infantino has highlighted the advantages of having a World Cup every two years for men and women.

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Meyer: Jags' emotional locker room like title wins

Urban Meyer said the intensity in the emotional Jaguars' locker room after Jacksonville snapped its 20-game losing streak was comparable to what he has experienced after winning a national title in college football.

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Fisher dismissive of LSU talk, loves 'being at A&M'

Texas A&M coach Jimbo Fisher, who has his Aggies playing well in October, shut down rumors he would consider LSU, telling reporters Monday that "we're in the process of building something great and I plan on being here and fulfilling this contract."

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Vols fined for fan behavior during loss to Ole Miss

The Southeastern Conference announced it was assessing Tennessee a $250,000 fine in the aftermath of fans throwing bottles and other debris onto the field last Saturday at Neyland Stadium near the end of the Volunteers' 31-26 loss to Ole Miss.

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No charges after Liddell domestic violence arrest

No charges will be filed against UFC legend Chuck Liddell after a domestic violence arrest Oct. 11, per a document obtained by ESPN from the Los Angeles County District Attorney's office.

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Monday, October 18, 2021

Broken thumb part of eventful day for Mathieu

Tyrann Mathieu says he fractured his thumb against Washington, part of an eventful day in which he got heated amid Kansas City's early defensive struggles and then was the same with fans on social media after the Chiefs' 31-13 win.

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Browns' Baker Mayfield, Donovan Peoples-Jones connect on Hail Mary to end first half

The Cleveland Browns connected on a Hail Mary touchdown as time expired in the first half.

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Hayes family: Fentanyl was in ex-NHLer's system

Former NHL player Jimmy Hayes had cocaine and fentanyl in his system when he died, his family told The Boston Globe on Sunday. They hope sharing his story "can save someone's life."

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Giants' Williams bothered by boos in loss to Rams

New York defensive lineman Leonard Williams made his presence felt Sunday vs. the Los Angeles Rams, but it wasn't near enough to satisfy disgruntled Giants fans, who booed the home team en route to another loss.

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Ten biggest questions for the WNBA offseason

As Chicago celebrates its WNBA title, many questions already linger for the offseason, including possible retirements and player movement in free agency.

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Week 6 takeaways and big questions: Ravens and Rams roll, Wentz impresses, Chiefs bounce back

The Ravens showed their strength against the Chargers, Carson Wentz had a big day against the Texans and the Chiefs got back on track. What to know for every Week 6 game.

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Weekend review: Bayern brilliant; Salah sensational

Another action-packed weekend saw big clubs endure mixed fortunes and many a fine goal scored, though not against Chelsea's unbeatable goalkeeper.

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J. Turner (neck) not in Dodgers' Game 2 lineup

Justin Turner, a Los Angeles stalwart who has played in 79 postseason games, was not in the lineup for Game 2 of the NLCS Sunday, as the Dodgers looked to even the series with the Braves in Atlanta.

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Astros' Garcia feeling better, will stay on roster

Astros rookie starter Luis Garcia said Sunday he's feeling better after leaving Game 2 with knee discomfort.

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Hayes family: Fentanyl was in ex-NHLer's system

Former NHL player Jimmy Hayes had cocaine and fentanyl in his system when he died, his family told The Boston Globe on Sunday. They hope sharing his story "can save someone's life."

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On first possesion without Jon Gruden, Raiders score on a 48-yard touchdown pass

Henry Ruggs reels in a long touchdown pass from Derek Carr to open the scoring against the Broncos.

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Cardinals' Murray throws perfectly placed TD pass to Kirk on third-and-21

On third-and-21, Kyler Murray took the snap, stepped up and threw a perfectly placed ball to Christian Kirk.

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Grand game: Boston's 2 slams lead 9-5 ALCS win over Astros

J.D. Martinez and Rafael Devers helped the Red Sox have a grand old time in Houston. Boston became the first team to slug two grand slams in a postseason game, with Martinez and Devers connecting in the first two innings of a 9-5 win over the Astros on Saturday that tied their AL Championship Series at one game apiece. Martinez made it 4-0 with his opposite-field shot off rookie Luis García with two outs in the first.



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Chicago Sky Beat Phoenix Mercury for First W.N.B.A. Championship

The Sky battled back from a large second-half deficit to beat the Mercury in a thriller.

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Are the Giants Watchable Yet?

*Grimace*

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In Newcastle, Songs Drown Out the Hard Questions

As long-suffering fans cheered the arrival of Saudi riches at their club, talk of the new owners’ plans and the current team’s flaws took the day off.

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Weekend review: Bayern brilliant, Salah sensational

Another action-packed weekend saw big clubs endure mixed fortunes and many a fine goal scored, though not against Chelsea's unbeatable goalkeeper.

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Barca earn come-from-behind win over Valencia

Barcelona overcame an early deficit to earn a 3-1 comeback win over Valencia on Sunday at the Camp Nou, leapfrogging the guests in the LaLiga table.

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Juve beat Roma for fourth straight Serie A win

Juventus continued their march up the Serie A standings with a controversial 1-0 win over AS Roma in Turin on Sunday.

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Copper-led Sky top Mercury to win 1st WNBA title

The Chicago Sky won their first WNBA championship on Sunday, beating Phoenix Mercury 80-74 in Game 4.

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Red Sox to start Rodriguez in Game 3 vs. Astros

The Red Sox will start lefty Eduardo Rodriguez in Game 3 of the ALCS on Monday night.

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Red Sox to start Rodriguez in Game 3 vs. Astros

The Red Sox will start lefty Eduardo Rodriguez in Game 3 of the ALCS on Monday night.

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Sunday, October 17, 2021

Bisaccia, 3-2 Raiders activate backup QB Mariota

After his "good week of practice," the Las Vegas Raiders activated backup quarterback Marcus Mariota off injured reserve on Saturday, as interim coach Rich Bisaccia hinted on Friday in anticipation of Sunday's game in Denver.

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Salata, creator of Mr. Irrelevant Award, dies at 94

Paul Salata, who created the Mr. Irrelevant Award that honors the last selection of the NFL draft after playing football at USC and in the NFL and Canadian Football League, died Saturday. He was 94.

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Mac Cerullo: Game 1 loss on bats, not arms

Oct. 16—HOUSTON — When a lead slips away late, it's natural to blame the pitching for not holding on. Boston was up on Houston 3-1 going into the bottom of the sixth in Game 1 Friday night. The bullpen was lined up well to nail down the win before the Astros came back to win 5-4. If only Chris Sale had been sharper and lasted longer than eight outs, you might say. If only Tanner Houck hadn't ...



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Red Sox become 1st team with 2 slams in a postseason game

Ain’t it grand? The Boston Red Sox became the first team with two grand slams in a postseason game Saturday in Game 2 of the AL Championship Series against the Houston Astros. Perhaps as noteworthy: they only needed two innings to do it.



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Why Red Sox's Kevin Plawecki is thriving after Mets exit

I’d be lying if I said it didn’t help me. I learned during my time in New York not to get caught up in any of it. When I got out of New York, it was a breath of fresh air going to Cleveland [in a January 2019 trade], obviously.



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Why was Red Sox-Astros ALCS Game 2 delayed? MLB pitching change rules, explained

But fans watching the Astros host the Red Sox in Game 2 of the ALCS on Saturday had to wait nearly 15 minutes for the game to resume after it was stopped in the top of the second inning. The delay began when Astros manager Dusty Baker came out to the mound to take the ball from starter Luis Garcia. Jake Odorizzi came on in relief.



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For Red Sox reliever Matt Barnes, anything that could go wrong did go wrong in the last six weeks

Barnes (like many relievers) hit a wall while trying to endure the jump from a 60- to 162-game season, lost his job as a closer, and then somehow saw his season continue to get worse. The first four to five months, I mean, I knew I could go out there and put 98 wherever I wanted, whenever I wanted with a breaking ball,” said Barnes.



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Zlatan back, Giroud scores in AC Milan thriller win

AC Milan produced a superb second half fightback from two goals down to beat Hellas Verona 3-2 and go top of the Serie A table.

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Transfer Talk: PSG seek Haaland, Lewandowski if Mbappe leaves

PSG are prepping for Kylian Mbappe's exit and are following Erling Haaland, Robert Lewandowski, and Dusan Vlahovic. Transfer Talk has the latest.

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Red Sox smash 2 grand slams in first 2 innings

J.D. Martinez and Rafael Devers hit grand slams in the first two innings of Saturday's ALCS Game 2, as the Red Sox became the first team in MLB history to record multiple grand slams in a postseason game.

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Transfer Talk: PSG seek Haaland, Lewandowski if Mbappe leaves

PSG are prepping for Kylian Mbappe's exit and are following Erling Haaland, Robert Lewandowski, and Dusan Vlahovic. Transfer Talk has the latest.

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Red Sox smash 2 grand slams in first 2 innings

J.D. Martinez and Rafael Devers hit grand slams in the first two innings of Saturday's ALCS Game 2, as the Red Sox became the first team in MLB history to record multiple grand slams in a postseason game.

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LSU stuns No. 20 Florida: 'Came to fight today'

Running back Tyrion Davis-Price set an LSU school record with 287 rushing yards as the Tigers beat the No. 20 Gators to snap a two-game losing streak. Said coach Ed Orgeron of his team: "They came to fight today."

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Ex-PGA Tour pro Martin has right leg amputated

Casey Martin, the Oregon golf coach who successfully sued the PGA Tour for the right to use a cart because of a rare circulatory disease, had his right leg amputated in what he told Golf Digest was always going to be "my destiny."

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Bijan Robinson creates Heisman buzz with sensational performance against Oklahoma State

Bijan Robinson has been among college football's best players this season, and now he is getting some Heisman consideration after his game against Oklahoma State.

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Seeing hurricane-torn town 'made it real' for Pels

Garrett Temple and the New Orleans Pelicans, who've said that the upcoming "season is dedicated to the victims of Hurricane Ida," practiced Saturday at Nicholls State University in the torn town of Thibodaux, Louisiana.

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Rafael Devers, J.D. Martinez grand slams make MLB history

Rafael Devers and J.D. Martinez helped the Red Sox do something no other MLB team had ever done in the postseason with their ALCS grand slams.



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Red Sox hit pair of grand slams in first 2 innings of ALCS Game 2 vs. Astros

The Red Sox are now the first team in postseason history with multiple grand slams in a single game.



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J.D. Martinez' grand slam puts Red Sox slugger in MLB record books

Red Sox designated hitter J.D. Martinez continued his postseason dominance Saturday with a first-inning grand slam against the Astros in Game 2 of the ALCS.



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Time will tell if Chelsea's win was title-worthy or not

Mendy came to Chelsea's rescue -- not for the first time -- as the Blues resisted a fierce Brentford effort and took all three points on Saturday.

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UFC Fight Night Ladd vs. Dumont: Live recaps and results

Aspen Ladd or Norma Dumont might be able to secure a featherweight title shot with a win. Follow live.

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Follow live: Martinez's first-inning grand slam has Red Sox out front

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Saturday, October 16, 2021

2021 MLB playoffs: Simulating the Red Sox vs. Astros ALCS matchup

How will the ALCS play out? Our partners at Strat-O-Matic simulated the series and producedsome pretty interesting results, including a heartbreaking conclusion for Red Sox fans.



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Follow live: Astros, Red Sox open ALCS in Houston

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Kingsbury tests positive, to miss Browns game

Cardinals coach Kliff Kingsbury has tested positive for COVID-19 and will miss Sunday's road game against the Cleveland Browns, the team announced.

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Report: NFL finds no one else implicated in emails

The NFL has found no other current team or league personnel to have sent emails similar to those written by Jon Gruden in their investigation into the Washington Football Team, according to a report from The Associated Press.

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Report: NFL finds no one else implicated in emails

The NFL has found no other current team or league personnel to have sent emails similar to those written by Jon Gruden in their investigation into the Washington Football Team, according to a report from The Associated Press.

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Transfer Talk: Real Madrid want Liverpool's Salah for Hazard plus fee

With Mohamed Salah's Liverpool contract in doubt, Real are ready to make an approach including Eden Hazard and cash. Transfer Talk has the latest.

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Where Xander Bogaerts Thinks He, Carlos Correa Rank Among Shortstops

Definitely we’re in the conversation,” Bogaerts said, answering a question about he and Correa being the best in the AL at the position, via ASAP Sports. I feel like we’ve done it for a while now. We’ve been really consistent.



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Astros favored but money behind Red Sox in Game 1

Alex Cora serves as the all-too-convenient tie that binds the Boston Red Sox and Houston Astros as the teams head into Game 1 of the American League Championship Series on Friday in Houston. Cora, after all, was the Astros' bench coach for their World Series title-winning team in 2017 and the RedSox's manager during their championship-winning season the following year. His involvement in the cheating scandal has been rehashed ad nauseam, and to his credit, he hasn't shied away from it.



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Houston Astros ace Lance McCullers Jr. left off ALCS roster against Boston Red Sox

Astros ace Lance McCullers Jr. has been left off the team's roster for the American League Championship Series against Boston, a huge blow to a team looking to advance to the World Series for the second time in three seasons. McCullers was great in a Game 1 win against the Chicago White Sox in the division series, pitching scoreless ball into the seventh. But the right-hander left Game 4 after four innings because of forearm tightness.



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Miller, Meals serve as umpire crew chiefs in LCS

The Associated Press Bill Miller will be the umpire crew chief for the AL Championship Series that starts Friday night in Houston and Jerry Meals will lead the crew for the NL Championship Series. The Boston Red Sox visit the Astros for Game 1 of their best-of-seven matchup. The Los Angeles Dodgers play at Atlanta on Saturday night to open the NLCS.



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Cora meets former team again with Red Sox vs Astros in ALCS

Boston Red Sox manager Alex Cora was already counting on a rematch with his former team even before the Houston Astros advanced to their fifth straight AL Championship Series. “He told me (Monday), ‘see you soon,’” Houston star Carlos Correa said. The Astros assured their place the next day, closing out the White Sox i Game 4 of the Division Series.



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Mbappe leads PSG with Neymar, Messi absent

Kylian Mbappe ended a four-game scoreless streak for Paris Saint-Germain with a late penalty that helped the capital side beat Angers 2-1.

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Transfer Talk: Real Madrid want Liverpool's Salah for Hazard plus fee

With Mohamed Salah's Liverpool contract in doubt, Real are ready to make an approach including Eden Hazard and cash. Transfer Talk has the latest.

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Red Wings' Larkin suspended 1 game for punch

The NHL said Dylan Larkin was suspended for retaliating to Mathieu Joseph's hit from behind with a punch in the face when the opponent was not suspecting it.

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Source: Kings exercising option on Haliburton

The Sacramento Kings are exercising the third-year option on guard Tyrese Haliburton, a source told ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski.

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Seahawks placing QB Wilson on injured reserve

The Seahawks will place Russell Wilson on injured reserve as he recovers from finger surgery, according to coach Pete Carroll. Running back Chris Carson was ruled out for Sunday's game against the Steelers and could go on IR as well, Carroll said.

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The story behind the Red Sox' 2021 postseason anthem

The Boston Red Sox are rallying behind an improbable song for the 2021 MLB playoffs. Here's how their official postseason anthem came to be.



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Red Sox third best odds to win World Series among remaining teams

The Red Sox are certainly a major surprise to make it as far as they have, and that fact is clearly shown in the odds for the World Series from DraftKings Sportsbook. That said, there is another surprise on the list, and they actually have worse odds. That would be the Braves, who come in with slightly lower odds than Boston.



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A capsule look at the Red Sox-Astros playoff series

October Glance: Red Sox are back in playoffs for first time since winning 2018 World Series. They advanced to Division Series by beating rival New York Yankees 6-2 at home in AL wild-card game behind Eovaldi. Bogaerts and Kyle Schwarber hit early homers off Gerrit Cole at Fenway Park, and Alex Verdugo had three RBIs.



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Red Sox: Mookie Betts gives his pick for best rivalry in baseball

Mookie Betts got asked if Red Sox-Yankees or Dodgers-Giants was the better MLB rivalry Thanks to the infamous trade, Mookie Betts is one of the rare MLB players who can say they’ve experienced both Red Sox–Yankees and Dodgers–Giants rivalries in the high stakes of the postseason. After the Dodgers clinched the NLDS in a down-to-the-wire Game 5 in San Francisco, Betts was asked which rivalry was better.



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2021 MLB playoffs: Red Sox and Astros reveal rosters for ALCS showdown

Check out the official ALCS rosters for the Boston Red Sox and Houston Astros ahead of Friday night's Game 1 at Minute Maid Park.



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Seahawks placing QB Wilson on injured reserve

The Seahawks will place Russell Wilson on injured reserve as he recovers from finger surgery, according to coach Pete Carroll. Running back Chris Carson was ruled out for Sunday's game against the Steelers and could go on IR as well, Carroll said.

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Fantasy hockey: Forecaster for the week of Oct. 18 to Oct. 24

Your essential guide to setting fantasy hockey lineups that take full advantage of every NHL team's strength of schedule.

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Friday, October 15, 2021

Dodgers and Giants Face Off In Rare Elimination Game Between 100-Win Teams

For the fifth time in baseball history, teams with 100 or more victories will face off in a do-or-die postseason game. For the Dodgers and the Giants, a rivalry complicates matters.

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With Boone’s Status Unclear, Yankees Begin Coaching Changes

Two hitting coaches and the third-base coach will not return after the team’s early playoff exit. Manager Aaron Boone’s contract expires after the season.

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Follow live: Brady, Bucs visit Eagles, look for third straight win

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With Boone’s Status Unclear, Yankees Begin Coaching Changes

Two hitting coaches and the third-base coach will not return after the team’s early playoff exit. Manager Aaron Boone’s contract expires after the season.

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Transfer Talk: Barcelona haven't given up on Haaland move next summer

Barcelona are struggling financially, but the club still holds out hope that they can land Dortmund's Erling Haaland. Transfer Talk has the latest.

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Source: LiAngelo Ball set to play in G League

LiAngelo Ball is set to play for the Hornets' G League team, the Greensboro Swarm, this season, a source told ESPN.

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Avs' Landeskog suspended 2 games for boarding

Avalanche forward Gabriel Landeskog has been suspended without pay for boarding Blackhawks forward Kirby Dach in the season opener.

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Source: LiAngelo Ball set to play in G League

LiAngelo Ball is set to play for the Hornets' G League team, the Greensboro Swarm, this season, a source told ESPN.

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Red Sox Fly Out of Boston for Trip to AL Championship Series

Boston Red Sox fans flocked to Fenway Park Thursday to see off the team as they left for Houston and the American League Championship Series against the Astros. Manager Alex Cora -- who's set to speak to the media Thursday afternoon, an availability that will be livestreamed on this page -- and pitcher Tanner Houck stopped to sign a few autographs on the way out. Game 1 is Friday night at Minute Maid Park.



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Sam Kennedy Gushes About Addition Of Kyle Schwarber To Red Sox

When Kyle Schwarber was traded to the Boston Red Sox at Major League Baseball’s trade deadline, there were several questions about where he’d fit on the team. The Red Sox really weren’t in the market for an outfield or offensive help. They wanted to try him at first base — a position he never played — because of the struggling Bobby Dalbec.



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Chris Sale named Red Sox starter for ALCS Game 1 vs. Astros

The Boston Red Sox will start Chris Sale for Friday's ALCS Game 1 vs. the Houston Astros.



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Jake Meyers' status uncertain as Astros' ALCS opener looms

On Thursday, Meyers participated in the Astros’ workout at Minute Maid Park and was able to complete his normal routine including hitting, playing catch and uncorking a couple relay throws. While manager Dusty Baker said Meyers’ status for the series is still uncertain, Meyers said he felt good and hoped to play Friday in Game 1 at Minute Maid Park. That’s the goal, to try and help the team,” Meyers said.



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West Boylston's Dante Ricciardi offers thoughts on the Red Sox and the postseason

So were you a Red Sox fan growing up? We were always taught that blood is thicker than water, and in our house that’s definitely true. Whoever paid the bills for us was who we were definitely pushing for.



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