Friday, December 30, 2022

U.S. bounces back, routs Swiss at world juniors

The United States, coming off a 6-3 loss to Slovakia on Wednesday, improved to 2-1 in Group B with Thursday's 5-1 win over Switzerland.

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Thursday, December 29, 2022

Winter Classic jersey rankings: Where do the 2023 Bruins, Penguins land on all-time list?

We count down all 28 special uni sets, from the head-scratchers (2012 Rangers) to the elite (2011 Penguins).

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NHL fines Leafs $100K for holiday travel violation

The Maple Leafs drew two NHL fines Wednesday, $100,000 for a travel violation during the league holiday break and $25,000 to Toronto coach Sheldon Keefe for "demeaning conduct directed at the officials" in Tuesday's win.

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Wednesday, December 28, 2022

With Kaliyev on IR, Kings recall Byfield from AHL

The Los Angeles Kings placed forward Arthur Kaliyev, 21, on injured reserve Tuesday, clearing the way for a return of a prized prospect, Quinton Byfield, 20, the No. 2 overall pick in the 2020 NHL draft.

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Tuesday, December 27, 2022

Sabres' game at Blue Jackets postponed by NHL

The Buffalo Sabres' game at the Columbus Blue Jackets on Tuesday was postponed by the NHL on Monday because Buffalo International Airport remains closed due to a severe winter storm that has paralyzed the region.

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MLB players permitted to represent Cuba in WBC

Major League Baseball confirmed Monday the U.S. will permit players from Cuba to represent their home country in the World Baseball Classic, clearing the way for stars such as Randy Arozarena to participate should they choose to accept an invitation.

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Sunday, December 25, 2022

New Jays slugger Varsho excited for opportunity

Daulton Varsho views his trade to the Toronto Blue Jays as potentially being one of the best things that could happen to him.

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Source: Mets, Correa 'working through' issue

The Mets and free agent shortstop Carlos Correa are "working through" a medical issue after his physical with the team apparently showed the same right leg concerns which nixed a deal with the Giants earlier in the week, a source confirmed to ESPN.

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Saturday, December 24, 2022

Sources: Jays finalizing trade for D-backs' Varsho

Daulton Varsho, who hit 27 homers for Arizona last season, will be traded to Toronto in exchange for Lourdes Gurriel Jr. and prospect Gabriel Moreno, sources told ESPN.

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Friday, December 23, 2022

The winter of the epic contract: How decade-plus MLB megadeals suddenly became a thing

Deals for 10, 11 and even 12 years have been doled out recently, so we asked around the game to find out what's behind this historic hot stove trend.

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White Sox acquire reliever Santos from Giants

The Chicago White Sox acquired reliever Gregory Santos from the San Francisco Giants for minor league pitcher Kade McClure on Thursday.

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Thursday, December 22, 2022

Emotional Swanson: Cubs were sentimental pick

Dansby Swanson said the Cubs, who signed him to a $177 million deal Wednesday, were his sentimental choice in free agency.

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Wednesday, December 21, 2022

Boris Becker: Tennis great says a prison inmate tried to kill him while in UK jail

Boris Becker says a prison "inmate tried to kill" him during the tennis great's incarceration in a British jail during an interview that was aired Tuesday by German broadcaster Sat 1.

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Sources: Angels getting Drury at 2 years, $17M

Utilityman Brandon Drury is the Angels' third new bat of the winter following the additions of outfielder Hunter Renfroe and infielder Gio Urshela.

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Bellinger in 'good spot' after signing with Cubs

Cody Bellinger, who has struggled since suffering a shoulder injury in the 2020 NLCS, says he's in "a pretty good spot" after signing with the Cubs.

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Report: Correa intro PPD amid medical concern

The Giants postponed a news conference Tuesday to introduce Carlos Correa after a medical concern arose during the All-Star shortstop's physical, according to The Associated Press.

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Money talks: Here's a look of the most expensive U.S. sports franchise sales

The Phoenix Suns and Mercury sold for $4 billion. It's a record for an NBA franchise and the second record-setting price this year. Here are some other U.S. franchises that sold for big money.

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Tuesday, December 20, 2022

Neck surgery for Flyers' Atkinson will end season

Flyers forward Cam Atkinson will have neck surgery Wednesday and miss the entire season. The 33-year-old Atkinson has not played at all this season.

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Monday, December 19, 2022

Seeing double: Tiger Woods and son Charlie tee off in perfect symmetry wearing famous Sunday red



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Source: Brantley back to Astros on 1-year deal

Outfielder Michael Brantley is returning to Houston on a $12 million deal with a chance to make $4 million more in incentives, a source said.

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Sunday, December 18, 2022

Sources: Cubs, Smyly closing in on agreement

The Cubs are closing in on an agreement to bring back left-handed pitcher Drew Smyly, sources familiar with the deal told ESPN.

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New Hockey Canada board asked to fix image

Hockey Canada has elected a slate of candidates to fill the nine vacant seats on its board of directors following blistering criticism of the federation's handling of sexual assault allegations and hushed payouts to victims.

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Saturday, December 17, 2022

Reports: Mets land catcher Narvaez; sign 5 others

The Mets agreed to a two-year, $15 million deal with Omar Narvaez, according to multiple reports. They also signed five players to minor league deals.

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Gallo, Twins reach 1-year, $11M deal, sources say

Outfielder Joey Gallo and the Twins are in agreement on a one-year contract worth $11 million, sources familiar with the deal told ESPN's Jeff Passan.

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Friday, December 16, 2022

Yanks land an ace in Carlos Rodon -- and take another step toward ending their World Series drought

After re-signing the top free agent position player in Aaron Judge, New York has added one of the winter's best starting pitchers.

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Orioles reach 1-year deal with versatile Frazier

Adam Frazier, who set career highs in games played (156) and steals (11) while playing five positions, has reached a deal with the Orioles.

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Thursday, December 15, 2022

Brewers acquire infielder Miller from Guardians

The Brewers acquired infielder Owen Miller from the Guardians for a player to be named and cash.

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Sources: Syndergaard to Dodgers on 1-year deal

RHP Noah Syndergaard and the Dodgers have agreed to a one-year contract, sources told ESPN, as the 30-year-old hopes to be the latest pitcher to find a midcareer renaissance with a Los Angeles team well-known for extracting the best from talented arms.

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Surging Penguins lose D Petry, F Zucker to injury

The Penguins placed defenseman Jeff Petry on long-term injured reserve Wednesday with an upper-body injury, and Pittsburgh coach Mike Sullivan said forward Jason Zucker is "week-to-week" after blocking a shot.

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Wednesday, December 14, 2022

Capitals' Ovechkin reaches 800 goals via hat trick

Washington captain Alex Ovechkin, 37, scored the 800th goal of his memorable career on Tuesday night, part of a hat-trick performance in the resurgent Capitals' game against the last-place Blackhawks in Chicago.

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Red Sox welcome Jansen, address unhappy fans

The Red Sox welcomed new closer Kenley Jansen on Tuesday at a time of near-revolt among the fandom, which watched shortstop Xander Bogaerts depart in free agency.

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Tuesday, December 13, 2022

Golden Knights place leading scorer Eichel on IR

Vegas Golden Knights leading scorer Jack Eichel was placed on injured reserve because of a lower-body injury, the club confirmed Monday.

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Monday, December 12, 2022

Predators forward McCarron enters assistance program

Predators forward Michael McCarron has entered the player assistance program of the NHL and NHL Players' Association.

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Sunday, December 11, 2022

NHL suspends Kraken D Oleksiak for three games

After the NHL's department of player safety reviewed an illegal check on Washington Capitals forward Alexander Alexeyev from Friday night's game, Seattle Kraken veteran defenseman Jamie Oleksiak was suspended three games.

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Reports: Kiermaier agrees to pact with Blue Jays

Veteran center fielder Kevin Kiermaier, 32, a three-time Gold Glove winner with the Tampa Bay Rays, agreed to a contract with the Toronto Blue Jays on Saturday, according to reports.

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Sabres' Skinner suspended 3 for cross-checking

Sabres forward Jeff Skinner has been suspended three games for aiming a cross-check at the face of Penguins forward Jake Guentzel.

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Saturday, December 10, 2022

Lineup picks, matchups, start or sit advice for the weekend

Your essential guide to the top fantasy hockey player picks and NHL matchups for December 10-11.

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Contreras honored to succeed Molina with Cards

Catcher Willson Contreras, who signed a five-year, $87.5M contract with the Cardinals, said Friday "it's an honor" to succeed Yadier Molina, who spent 19 seasons in St. Louis.

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Wednesday, December 7, 2022

Manfred hopes Angels sale settled by opening day

As part of a question-and-answer session with reporters Tuesday at the winter meetings, MLB commissioner Rob Manfred touched on the timeline for an Angels sale, an automated strike zone and the possibility of future All-Star Games at Fenway or Wrigley.

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Monday, December 5, 2022

Nick Bollettieri, famed tennis coach, dies aged 91

Nick Bollettieri, the famed tennis coach who taught the likes of the Williams sisters, Andre Agassi and Maria Sharapova, has died aged 91.

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MLB's winter meetings are back! Predictions, updates and everything you need

From predictions going into the week to the latest buzz from San Diego, we've got you covered as baseball's hot stove season heats up.

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Clevinger believes White Sox roster 'fully set up'

Former San Diego starter Mike Clevinger officially joined the White Sox on Sunday, leaving the Padres for Chicago and a $12 million, one-year contract that adds a veteran right-hander to the team's rotation.

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McGriff elected to HOF; Bonds, Clemens left out

Former slugger Fred McGriff was elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame on Sunday, with Barry Bonds, Roger Clemens and Curt Schilling denied once again.

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Saturday, December 3, 2022

D-backs ink veteran reliever Castro to 1-year deal

The Arizona Diamondbacks signed hard-throwing reliever Miguel Castro to a one-year contract Friday.

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Friday, December 2, 2022

NHL Power Rankings: Kraken surge into top 5, plus every team's nationality mix

Which team has the most Finns? Fewest North Americans? Here's the mix for all 32 clubs, plus an updated ranking as December gets rolling.

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Sources: Rays reach 3-year deal with RHP Eflin

The Tampa Bay Rays reached a three-year agreement with right-hander Zach Eflin, sources told ESPN.

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Kings loan Petersen to AHL after clearing waivers

Cal Petersen has been loaned to the Los Angeles Kings' American Hockey League affiliate after he cleared waivers.

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Thursday, December 1, 2022

Lightning's Maroon mocked, donates to charity

Lightning forward Pat Maroon makes charitable gesture after being mocked by NESN broadcaster Jack Edwards.

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Wednesday, November 30, 2022

What expected goals can tell us about the best lines in fantasy hockey

We compared expected goal models to find the best lines to leverage in fantasy hockey, as well as some with question marks.

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Tuesday, November 29, 2022

Sources: Nats, Candelario agree to 1-year deal

Jeimer Candelario, who had a .217 batting average last season after leading the majors in doubles in 2021, has reached a deal with the Nationals, sources said.

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Rankings update: Why these two Coyotes can keep scoring

Sean Allen provides the latest updates in who's rising, who's falling, and other player trends from around the league.

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Source: Astros land slugger Abreu on 3-year deal

The Astros have reached agreement on a 3-year contract with first baseman Jose Abreu, a source told ESPN's Jeff Passan. The 2020 AL MVP, Abreu is second in the majors with 863 RBIs since coming to the majors in 2014.

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Monday, November 28, 2022

MLB free agency and trade grades: Rating Clevinger's deal with the White Sox and more

Whether it's a nine-figure free agent deal that changes your team's future or a blockbuster trade that has the whole league buzzing, our experts are ready to weigh in.

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Fired employee files complaint against Canucks

Canucks Sports & Entertainment, the parent company for the NHL team, said in response to Rachel Doerrie's complaint: "We acted in good faith and abided by our contractual obligations, both during and after Ms. Doerrie's employment with the organization."

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Barkov will miss beginning of Panthers' road trip

Florida Panthers captain Aleksander Barkov, who is dealing with a non-COVID-19 illness, will not join the team for the start of its upcoming road trip, coach Paul Maurice said on Sunday after practice.

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Sources: White Sox agree to deal with Clevinger

Free agent pitcher Mike Clevinger, who played for the San Diego Padres last season, is in agreement with the Chicago White Sox on a contract for the 2023 season, sources told ESPN's Jesse Rogers on Sunday.

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Friday, November 25, 2022

Lineup picks, matchups, start or sit advice for Friday

Your essential guide to the top fantasy hockey player picks and NHL matchups for Friday, November 25.

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Thursday, November 24, 2022

Leafs end Devils team record-tying 13-game run

The Toronto Maple Leafs snapped New Jersey's 13-game winning streak on Wednesday night, 2-1, leaving the Devils one win shy of a franchise record.

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Rangers trade enforcer Reaves to Wild for pick

The Rangers traded enforcer Ryan Reaves to the Wild on Wednesday for a 2025 fifth-round pick.

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Wednesday, November 23, 2022

Maple Leafs put D Rielly (knee) on injured reserve

The injury-riddled Toronto Maple Leafs placed defenseman Morgan Rielly on long-term injured reserve with a knee injury on Tuesday, a day after the veteran was hurt in a collision with New York forward Kyle Palmieri in an overtime loss to the Islanders.

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Fantasy hockey trade watch: Whose fantasy points are more sustainable?

Fantasy points are fantasy points, but some are more sustainable than others. Sean breaks down which players should sustain their production, and who to worry about.

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Tuesday, November 22, 2022

Bergeron reaches 1,000th point with assist in win

Patrice Bergeron got his 1,000th career point with a second-period assist, becoming the 94th player in NHL history to reach the milestone.

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Devils win 13 in a row to equal franchise record

The Devils defeated the Oilers 5-2 on Monday night for their 13th consecutive win, which tied a franchise record set in 2001.

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Monday, November 21, 2022

Venezuelan league slams violence after 2 brawls

The Venezuelan Professional Baseball League is condemning violence and unsportsmanlike conduct on the field after two incidents.

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Penguins star Malkin, 36, plays in 1,000th game

Pittsburgh veteran forward Evgeni Malkin, 36, played in his 1,000th NHL game on Sunday night against the Blackhawks in Chicago, becoming the 11th player to reach the milestone with the Penguins.

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Sunday, November 20, 2022

Bruins tie NHL mark with 11th straight home win

The Bruins dominated the Chicago Blackhawks 6-1 on Saturday night, allowing Boston to tie an NHL record with 11th straight home victories to start the regular season, matching a mark reached by two teams, including the Florida Panthers last season.

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Tkachuk faces Flames for 1st time; Panthers lose

Forward Matthew Tkachuk, who spent six seasons with the Flames before going to Florida in a trade for Jonathan Huberdeau and MacKenzie Weegar on July 22, faced Calgary for the first since the deal on Saturday, a shootout loss for the Panthers.

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Devils sink Sens to stretch winning streak to 12

The Devils chased Senators goalie Anton Forsberg in the second period on their way to their 12th straight win, a 5-1 victory over Ottawa.

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Saturday, November 19, 2022

Beane moves into advisory role for Athletics

Longtime executive Billy Beane is stepping away from the day-to-day operations of the Oakland Athletics to become the senior advisor to owner John Fisher.

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Braves ink injured Matzek to 2-year, $3.1M deal

The Braves have re-signed reliever Tyler Matzek to a two-year, $3.1 million deal. The left-hander will miss the entire 2023 season after undergoing Tommy John surgery.

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Rockies claim waived LHP Suter from Brewers

The Rockies have claimed left-hander Brent Suter off waivers from the Brewers. The 33-year-old Suter went 5-3 with a 3.78 ERA in 54 appearances this past season.

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Friday, November 18, 2022

Judge caps historic season with AL MVP award

Yankees slugger was crowned AL Most Valuable Player on Thursday night, beating out Shohei Ohtani of the Angels and Yordan Alvarez of the Astros

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Goalie depth chart

Our updated goalie depth chart displays the starting and backup goalie situation for each team.

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Thursday, November 17, 2022

Blue Jackets' Laine lands on IR with ankle injury

Columbus left wing Patrik Laine, who is expected to miss three to four weeks with an ankle injury suffered on Saturday, has been put on IR.

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Wednesday, November 16, 2022

Bruins retain ex-AG to review vetting of Miller

The Bruins retained a former Attorney General to review their player-vetting process to ensure "our process going forward reflects our core values."

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Tuesday, November 15, 2022

Cobb bat from rookie season sells for $1.075M

A bat Ty Cobb used in 1905 sold for $1,074,544 on Sunday night.

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Fantasy hockey rankings: How to replace Werenski's, Kane's scoring

Sean Allen provides the latest updates in who's rising, who's falling, and other player trends from around the league.

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Monday, November 14, 2022

Bruins establish team record with 9-0 home start

The Bruins' ninth straight home win bettered the team's 8-0 start at the old Boston Garden in 1983-84.

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Saturday, November 12, 2022

Rays add former Rangers exec Daniels as adviser

The Tampa Bay Rays hired longtime Texas Rangers executive Jon Daniels as a baseball operations senior adviser on Friday.

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RHP Martinez opts out after season with Padres

Nick Martinez turned down a $6.5 million player option with the San Diego Padres after going 4-4 with a 3.47 ERA in his return from Japanese baseball.

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Déjà vu: Diaz deal with Mets not paid off until '42

Edwin Díaz's $102 million, five-year contract with the Mets includes $26.5 million in deferred payments that he won't completely receive until 2042.

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World Cup of Hockey axed for '24 by NHL, NHLPA

The World Cup of Hockey will not be held in 2024, the NHL and its players' association announced, with plans to continue for the event to return in 2025.

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Friday, November 11, 2022

Reports: Padres' Suarez back with $46M deal

Reliever Robert Suarez agreed Thursday to remain with the San Diego Padres under a $46 million, five-year contract, according to multiple reports.

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Fantasy hockey: Defensemen updates and pickups

A month into the action, Victoria looks at the fantasy hockey trends and updates across the defenseman position in the NHL.

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Mets exercise options on Carrasco, Curtiss

The New York Mets exercised a $14 million option on right-hander Carlos Carrasco and a $775,000 option on reliever John Curtiss, who is coming back from Tommy John surgery.

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Thursday, November 10, 2022

Champion Astros decline $10M option on Mancini

Less than a week removed from winning the World Series, the Houston Astros declined a $10 million option on first baseman Trey Mancini in favor of a $250,000 buyout on Wednesday, setting the veteran into free agency after acquiring him in August.

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Wednesday, November 9, 2022

Lace bite to NHL breakout: Inside Mason Marchment's hockey journey

From undrafted free agent, through multiple minor leagues, and finally a breakout 2021-22 season and big free-agent deal, the 27-year-old was certainly no overnight success.

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Tuesday, November 8, 2022

'Blueland is back': Thrashers to make a one-night comeback

The persona of the since-departed will hit the ice again in December thanks to the ECHL's Atlanta Gladiators, a minor league affiliate of the Arizona Coyotes.

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Nats, A's, Pirates have best odds in draft lottery

As soon as general managers started arriving in Las Vegas for their annual meetings, Major League Baseball set some odds -- for its first amateur draft lottery.

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Monday, November 7, 2022

Apologetic Neely: Bruins 'failed' in vetting Miller

Cam Neely said the Bruins "failed" in its vetting of Mitchell Miller, who was released days after he was signed. "We dropped the ball," Neely said.

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Avalanche television analyst P. McNab dies at 70

Peter McNab, the former NHL player and television color analyst for more than 25 years with the Colorado Avalanche, died on Sunday at 70.

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Sunday, November 6, 2022

Nick Kyrgios settles legal case with Wimbledon fan he accused of being 'drunk out of her mind,' her lawyers say

The lawyers for a Wimbledon spectator accused by Nick Kyrgios of being 'drunk out of her mind,' have released an apology from the tennis star and say their client's claim has been resolved.

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Saturday, November 5, 2022

Judge voted MLB player of the year by his peers

Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge was voted player of the year and the American League outstanding player by fellow major leaguers in the annual Players Choice Awards.

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Hockey Canada 'at a crossroads,' review says

Hockey Canada finds itself "at a crossroads" that requires reimagined leadership after a scandal-plagued year, according to a governance review.

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Friday, November 4, 2022

Mets' Marte has surgery to repair a core muscle

The Mets announced Thursday that outfielder Starling Marte had surgery on Tuesday to repair a core muscle injury,

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Wednesday, November 2, 2022

Follow live: Astros, Phillies go head-to-head to see who can take the lead in the World Series

The World Series heads to Philadelphia tied 1-1. Here are the best moments, highlights and takeaways.

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Arenado's 10th win in row highlights Gold Gloves

Cardinals third baseman Nolan Arenado won his 10th straight Gold Glove on Tuesday, but this season saw a record 14 first-time winners, including all but one of the winners in the AL.

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Biden takes playful jab at 'obnoxious' Phillies fans

President Joe Biden took a playful swing at Philadelphia sports fans, including First Lady Jill Biden, calling them "virulent" and "obnoxious."

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Tuesday, November 1, 2022

Phillies fan Jill Biden to attend World Series G4

First lady Jill Biden is heading to the World Series this week in her hometown of Philadelphia as her team, the Phillies, battles the Houston Astros.

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Rankings update: How to plan for injuries and returns

Sean Allen provides the latest updates in who's rising, who's falling, and other player trends from around the league.

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Monday, October 31, 2022

Lineup picks, matchups, start or sit advice for the Monday

Your essential guide to the top fantasy hockey player picks and NHL matchups for Saturday and Sunday.

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Sunday, October 30, 2022

Maldonado told to stop using Pujols-gifted bats

MLB said Astros catcher Martin Maldonado could not use bats gifted to him by Albert Pujols because that particular AP5 model was no longer allowed.

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Devils place Palat (lower body) on injured reserve

New Jersey forward Ondrej Palat, 31, who has missed the last two games with a lower-body injury, was placed on injured reserve on Saturday by the Devils, who called up Andreas Johnsson to fill the roster spot.

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Saturday, October 29, 2022

Party in the back: Coyotes give fans mullets for first game at ASU's Mullett Arena

The Mullett era has officially commenced for the Arizona Coyotes. On Friday, fans were given a chance to fully immerse themselves in the moment.

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Friday, October 28, 2022

Jays' Springer has surgery to remove bone spur

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder George Springer had surgery this week to remove a bone spur from his right elbow.

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Thursday, October 27, 2022

Marchand returns for Bruins ahead of schedule

Brad Marchand will make his season debut for the Bruins -- ahead of schedule after double hip surgery.

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Mookie Betts puts in work on the basketball court

Los Angeles Dodgers star Mookie Betts has bowled a perfect game and worked out as a wide receiver. This weekend, he showed off his basketball skills at the University of Memphis.

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Habs get D Beaudin from Blackhawks for C Hillis

The Montreal Canadiens have traded center Cam Hillis to the Chicago Blackhawks in return for defenseman Nicolas Beaudin.

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Wednesday, October 26, 2022

Kessel, 35, sets NHL mark for consecutive games

Vegas veteran forward Phil Kessel, 35, became the NHL's new "Iron Man" on Tuesday night, after taking the ice in the first period of the Golden Knights' game against the San Jose Sharks, his 990th straight contest.

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New York Islanders legend Denis Potvin launches 'Potvin Socks'

The New York hockey legend put a positive spin on the vulgar chant that's been around for over four decades.

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Which hot and slow starts are indicative of the future

Sean Allen looks at recent fantasy hockey history to see if these hot or cold starts will continue.

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Tigers hire Rays' Metzler as VP, assistant GM

The Detroit Tigers have named Tampa Bay Rays scouting director Rob Metzler as the team's new vice president and assistant general manager.

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Iron athletes who endured the most consecutive games

Vegas Golden Knights winger Phil Kessel will play in his 990th consecutive game Tuesday. His feat puts him in hall of fame company for endurance in pro sports.

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Tuesday, October 25, 2022

Welcome to the dangerous Swiss golf-baseball hybrid you've never heard of



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How a wave of fast, young defensemen is changing the NHL

By sparking an influx of speed, shaking up the salary structure and creating an ultracompetitive Norris Trophy field, Cale Makar, Adam Fox & Co. are having a far-reaching impact.

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Emmitt Smith's rushing yards mark headlines our list of unbreakable records

We might never see players like Emmitt Smith or Wayne Gretzky again ... and they're not the only ones who have put up records that seemingly can't be broken.

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Serena Williams teases tennis fans as she says 'I'm not retired'

Serena Williams continues to tease tennis fans about whether they will see her back on court, this time saying she is "not retired" from the sport.

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Kessel, 35, ties NHL mark for consecutive games

Vegas veteran forward Phil Kessel, 35, tied the NHL record for consecutive games played when he hit the ice for the Golden Knights against the Toronto Maple Leafs on Monday night.

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Canucks' Miller: 'Sky is not falling' on winless club

At the center of fans' ire over a winless start for the Canucks, Vancouver star forward J.T. Miller, who signed a new deal this summer, insisted on Monday that "the sky is not falling, certainly."

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Monday, October 24, 2022

Inside the night Bryce Harper sent the Phillies to the World Series

Thanks to one iconic home run, Harper is headed to his first Fall Classic and the Phillies first since 2009.

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Bring on the World Series! What the Astros and Phillies need to do to win it all

Now that the matchup is set, here's what we learned about Houston and Philadelphia in their championship series.

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Follow live: Red-hot Astros aim to sweep Yankees, clinch World Series berth

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Yankees' Cortes exits Game 4 with groin injury

Nestor Cortes left Game 4 of the ALCS with a left groin injury after allowing a tying three-run homer to the Astros' Jeremy Pena in the third inning.

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Yankees look to 2004 Red Sox for inspiration

The Yankees circulated clips of the 2004 Boston Red Sox for motivation on how to best approach coming back from a 3-0 deficit in the ALCS.

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Phillies oust Padres, seal first WS bid since 2009

Philadelphia slugger Bryce Harper hit a two-run home run in the eighth inning on Sunday as the Phillies rallied past the San Diego Padres 4-3 in Game 5 of the NLCS, securing a bid in the World Series.

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Sunday, October 23, 2022

Follow live: Yankees desperate for Game 3 win against Astros in ALCS

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Saturday, October 22, 2022

Lineup picks, matchups, start or sit advice for the weekend

Your essential guide to the top fantasy hockey player picks and NHL matchups for the weekend.

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Segura atones for error with clutch hit in Phils' win

Jean Segura made up for dropping a relay throw that cost the Phillies the lead with a clutch hit in the fourth inning that helped Philadelphia secure a Game 3 win.

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Follow live: Padres turn to October ace Musgrove in Game 3

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Fox to televise '23 World Baseball Classic in U.S.

Fox and its related networks will televise next year's World Baseball Classic, obtaining U.S. English- and Spanish-language rights to the tournament.

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Friday, October 21, 2022

Follow live: Yankees, Astros meet in ALCS Game 2

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Early fantasy impressions: Eight players to drop

After a week of NHL action and lineup changes, Victoria Matiash finds eight players to drop from your ESPN fantasy hockey standard leagues.

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Thursday, October 20, 2022

Wings' Vrana enters player assistance program

Jakub Vrana will be out indefinitely while receiving necessary care.

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Gritty proclaims Philadelphia the best sports city

An undefeated NFL and NHL team and a baseball team that's three wins from the World Series. The City of Brotherly love is dominating.

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Flames to resume talks on new arena with city

The Calgary Flames and city officials said Wednesday they will restart negotiations for a new arena.

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Wednesday, October 19, 2022

Stanton, Judge blasts carry Yankees to ALDS win

Riding off a three-run shot from Giancarlo Stanton, the Yankees punched their ALCS ticket with a 5-1 win over Cleveland.

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Yankees' Hicks exits Game 5 after collision in OF

Yankees outfielder Aaron Hicks left Game 5 of the ALDS on Tuesday with a knee injury after colliding with shortstop Oswaldo Cabrera on a popup.

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Dodgers prez: 'Strong hope' Kershaw back in '23

Dodgers president Andrew Friedman expressed "strong hope" that longtime star Clayton Kershaw will return to the team next season.

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Follow live: Giancarlo Stanton puts Yankees in the lead with three-run homer in first

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Phillies reliever Robertson on roster for NLCS

Reliever David Robertson, who missed the NLDS with a calf injury, has been added to the Phillies' roster for their NLCS matchup against the Padres.

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NHL releases first diversity and inclusion report

The NHL released its first diversity and inclusion report at its Board of Governors meeting on Tuesday, highlighting efforts to promote social change while offering a snapshot of its demographic challenges.

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Ex-player Carter part owner of Atlanta ECHL club

Former NHL player and current TNT analyst Anson Carter has become part owner of the Atlanta Gladiators of the ECHL.

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Tuesday, October 18, 2022

Losing gives Ohtani 'negative impression' of '22

Shohei Ohtani told media in Japan that while 2022 was a good season for himself, the Angels again failing to reach the playoffs gave him a "negative impression" of the season.

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Betting tips for the NLCS and ALCS

Our MLB betting experts answer the most pressing questions surrounding the highly anticipated NLCS and ALCS matchups.

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Guardians-Yankees Game 5 rescheduled for Tuesday

MLB made the announcement just after 9:30 p.m., more than two hours after the scheduled first pitch.

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Padres' Tatis has second surgery on left wrist

Fernando Tatis Jr. had a second surgery on his left wrist last week, a follow-up procedure that The San Diego Union-Tribune reported was done to ensure the long-term health of his wrist.

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Rankings update: Early notes on Tkachuk, Crosby and more

Sean Allen provides the latest updates in who's rising, who's falling, and other player trends from around the league.

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Monday, October 17, 2022

What to watch around the NHL this week: Knights-Flames, Reverse Retro rumors

We look ahead to key games on tap, buzz on new alternate uniforms for teams, and ... Brad Marchand doing voiceover work?

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Yanks sit IKF, to play Cabrera at SS, Hicks in LF

The Yankees are replacing Isiah Kiner-Falefa at shortstop after his miscues on defense proved costly in Saturday's loss to the Guardians.

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Sunday, October 16, 2022

Yankees bump struggling Judge to No. 2 in lineup

The New York Yankees have bumped struggling slugger Aaron Judge out of the leadoff spot for Game 3 of the ALDS against the Cleveland Guardians on Saturday.

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Phillies batter Braves, reach 1st NLCS since 2010

Brandon Marsh hit a three-run homer and J.T. Realmuto lined an inside-the-park home run that powered the Phillies into the NL Championship Series for the first time since 2010 with an 8-3 win over the Atlanta Braves in Game 4 Saturday.

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Saturday, October 15, 2022

'God, it was fun': Hoskins' spike sparks Phils win

Rhys Hoskins said he was motivated by the Braves' decision to walk Kyle Schwarber before his at-bat, one that saw him hit a 3-run homer.

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MLB free-agent qualifying offers set at $19.65M

The price of a qualifying offer to Major League Baseball free agents rose to $19.65 million, an increase of $1.25 million.

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Rhys Hoskins celebrates Game 3 NLDS home run with epic bat spike

The Phillies got a boost from Hoskins with a three-run homer in the third inning. His celebration was just as exciting as his dinger.

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Judge on 4-strikeout game: 'I gotta play better'

Aaron Judge set a Major League record by becoming first player to record four four-strikeout playoff games during the New York Yankees' 4-3 loss to the Cleveland Guardians in Gmae 2 of the ALDS on Friday.

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Goalie depth chart

Our updated goalie depth chart displays the starting and backup goalie situation for each team.

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Jets coach Bowness to miss debut with COVID

Winnipeg Jets head coach Rick Bowness will miss his regular-season debut with his new team after testing positive for COVID-19.

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Ex-Cup winner Keenan to lead Italy at '26 Games

Mike Keenan was named coach of the Italy ice hockey team on Friday, giving the 1994 Stanley Cup winner a chance to guide the host country at the 2026 Milan-Cortina Olympics.

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Friday, October 14, 2022

Braves tab Strider for G3, Morton in G4 of NLDS

Braves rookie Spencer Strider, who hasn't pitched since Sept. 18 because of an oblique injury, will start Game 3 of the NLDS on Friday against the Phillies. The Braves also announced Charlie Morton will start Game 4 on Saturday.

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Phillies minor leaguer Phelan dies of cancer at 20

Phillies minor league pitcher Corey Phelan has died of cancer at the age of 20. Phelan made five minor league appearances before he was diagnosed with non-Hodgkin lymphoma in April.

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Houston hero: Alvarez's G2 blast stuns M's again

Yordan Alvarez and his mighty bat did it yet again, launching a go-ahead, two-run homer in the sixth inning off Seattle ace Luis Castillo that lifted the Houston Astros over the Mariners 4-2 on Thursday for a 2-0 lead in the AL Division Series.

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Flyers extend Sanheim on 8-year, $50M deal

The Philadelphia Flyers signed defenseman Travis Sanheim to an eight-year, $50 million contract.

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Thursday, October 13, 2022

How the Guardians grew up to become baseball's most surprising division winner

Cleveland entered the season an afterthought in the AL Central race. Here's how the Guardians have exceeded expectations ever since.

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Wyshynski's way-too-early NHL Awards picks -- and an MVP debate

We break down the field for all the major awards as the season gets underway -- and get insights from Mark Messier on how MVPs should be chosen.

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Jake Oettinger's tall task: Being the Dallas Stars' future in goal

The netminder was a breakout star of the 2022 Stanley Cup Playoffs. Now what?

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Follow live: Kershaw, Dodgers eye 2-0 lead vs. Padres in NLDS

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League interviews Lightning's Cole, sources say

Lightning defenseman Ian Cole was interviewed at the NHL office in New York on Wednesday afternoon as part of the league's investigation into sexual misconduct allegations against him, sources said.

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Follow live: Braves look to pull even with Phillies in Game 2 of NLDS

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Wednesday, October 12, 2022

Yankees cruise to win after Cole escapes jam

Gerrit Cole got out of a bases-loaded jam in the third inning Tuesday night, and it was smooth sailing from there for the Yankees as they won their ALDS opener against the Guardians.

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Avalanche's Stanley Cup rings 'amazingly done'

Preparing to see their Stanley Cup banner raised this week, in the season opener against the Chicago Blackhawks, the Colorado Avalanche received their championship rings at a private dinner on Monday.

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Caps' Hagelin has hip surgery, out indefinitely

Capitals winger Carl Hagelin had an arthroscopic procedure on his left hip and will be out indefinitely, leaving Washington without three veteran forwards for the start of the NHL season.

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Tuesday, October 11, 2022

It's Opening Night! What to watch in Rangers-Lightning, Kings-Knights

The NHL is back with an opening night doubleheader on ESPN and ESPN+. Here are the key players, stats, and other intel you need.

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The Stanley Cup had a better summer than you

A steam in a Finnish sauna. Waterslides and jet skis. Rabbit stew, ice cream and all kinds of drinks. Over 100 days, the 130-year-old trophy crushed summer with the Colorado Avalanche.

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Sources: Suspended Cole will interview with NHL

Tampa Bay Lightning defenseman Ian Cole will have an in-person interview on Wednesday in New York as part of the NHL's investigation into sexual misconduct allegations against him, sources told ESPN on Monday night.

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Beane wants to be with A's for as long as wanted

Billy Beane, the A's longtime executive vice president of baseball operations, said Monday he plans to be with the the club for as long as it wants him.

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Blackhawks claim defenseman Tinordi off waivers

The Chicago Blackhawks claimed defenseman Jarred Tinordi off waivers from the New York Rangers on Monday.

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Monday, October 10, 2022

'Worst day of the year': Mets lament early exit

Despite winning 101 games and enjoying 175 days in first place, the Mets' season ended in disappointing fashion with their loss Sunday night to the Padres.

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Braves lock up Strider with 6-year, $75M deal

The Atlanta Braves have signed rookie right-hander Spencer Strider to a six-year contract worth $75 million through the 2028 season, the team announced Monday.

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NHL season preview: Power Rankings, X factors, best- and worst-case scenarios for all 32 teams

Get all of the key intel you need on every team ahead of opening night.

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Lightning suspend Cole pending investigation

The Lightning suspended defenseman Ian Cole pending an investigation into allegations made on social media that he sexually abused a woman when she was a minor.

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Sunday, October 9, 2022

Mets stay alive behind deGrom, force Game 3

Jacob deGrom came through for the New York Mets in a win-or-go-home Game 2, pitching six strong innings in a 7-3 victory over the Padres on Saturday night.

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Harper, Nola help Phils upset Cards, reach NLDS

Behind a strong performance from Aaron Nola, the Phillies shutout the Cardinals in Game 2 to reach their first NLDS since 2011.

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Guardians return to ALDS on Gonzalez's walk-off

Cleveland's baseball franchise is back in the division series for the first time since 2018 after its two-game sweep of the Tampa Bay Rays in one of the American League wild-card affairs.

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Saturday, October 8, 2022

DeGrom 'excited' to start G2 with season on line

The Mets will rest their hopes in Jacob deGrom, who said it's "a huge goal of mine to keep this going" as he takes the mound in Game 2 of the NL Wild Card Series against the Padres.

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Flames sign Weegar to 8-year, $50M extension

The Calgary Flames have signed defenseman MacKenzie Weegar to an eight-year, $50 million extension, the team announced Friday.

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Interim Beasley 1st to interview for Rangers job

Interim manager Tony Beasley will be the Texas Rangers' only internal candidate in their managerial search, general manager Chris Young said.

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Friday, October 7, 2022

Cards to start Quintana in Game 1, then Mikolas

St. Louis pitcher Jose Quintana will start in Game 1 of the NL wild-card series against the Phillies, while Miles Mikolas gets the ball for Game 2.

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MLB average game time drops by six minutes

The average time of a nine-inning major league game dropped for the first time since 2018, likely helped by the introduction of the PitchCom electronic device to signal pitches.

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Thursday, October 6, 2022

The playoff field is set! Here's why this could be the greatest MLB postseason since ... well, maybe ever

From those under the most pressure to win to the teams and young stars with opportunities to show they're legit, this is why this October -- and November -- will be amazing.

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Twins 1B Arraez tops Judge for AL batting crown

Twins first baseman Luis Arraez finished the season at .316 to win the AL batting title over Yankees star Aaron Judge, and Minnesota beat the White Sox 10-1.

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Frick baseball broadcasting award finalists named

Boston's Joe Castiglione, the Mets' Gary Cohen and former major leaguers Dave Campbell, Steve Stone, Duane Kuiper and Ernie Johnson Sr. are among the 10 finalists for the Hall of Fame's 2023 Ford C. Frick Award for excellence in baseball broadcasting.

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With lead in batting race, McNeil sits out finale

With a four-point lead in the big league batting race, Jeff McNeil was not in the Mets' starting lineup Wednesday for their regular-season finale.

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Wednesday, October 5, 2022

Nats GM calls Strasburg's 2023 status 'a mystery'

GM Mike Rizzo called the Nationals' 2022 season "a disappointment." A major question for the team in 2023 will be the availability of injury-plagued Stephen Strasburg, who's thrown just 31 1/3 innings over the past three seasons combined.

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Hockey Canada grilled on alleged sexual assaults

Hockey Canada's board chairs, under scrutiny for their handling of alleged sexual assault cases, played defense when questioned by the House of Commons on Tuesday, saying that 'toxic behavior' goes beyond the sport of hockey.

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Tuesday, October 4, 2022

White Sox's La Russa steps down due to health

White Sox manager Tony La Russa is stepping down as manager due to health concerns that kept him out of the dugout for the final five weeks of the season.

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Monday, October 3, 2022

Mariners promote Hollander to general manager

The Mariners officially promoted Justin Hollander to general manager on Sunday.

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Yanks hope Carpenter can be ready for playoffs

The Yankees have moved Matt Carpenter to the 60-day injured list, ruling him out for the final week of the regular season but with the hope that he can be ready for the playoffs.

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Sunday, October 2, 2022

Ohtani, Angels reach $30M agreement for 2023

Angels star Shohei Ohtani will make $30 million in 2023 after he and the team agreed to a one-year contract for next season to avoid arbitration.

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Saturday, October 1, 2022

Jays to celebrate 'weird' wild-card berth on Friday

The Blue Jays will wait until Friday night to celebrate clinching a postseason berth after Baltimore lost 5-3 at Boston on Thursday while Toronto was off.

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Yankees activate LeMahieu (toe) off injured list

DJ LeMahieu landed on the IL earlier this month with a lingering toe inflammation that had him struggling at the plate.

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Friday, September 30, 2022

Jays clinch playoff berth thanks to Orioles' loss

The Toronto Blue Jays clinched a postseason berth Thursday thanks to the Baltimore Orioles' loss to the Boston Red Sox.

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Bowman to miss Talladega due to concussion

Alex Bowman will miss Sunday's race at Talladega Superspeedway with a concussion that the Hendrick Motorsports driver apparently suffered last week at Texas.

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Maple Leafs sign Sandin to 2-year, $2.8M deal

Rasmus Sandin signed a two-year, $2.8 million contract with the Toronto Maple Leafs, the club announced on Thursday.

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Thursday, September 29, 2022

Flyers' Couturier dodges surgery as season nears

Despite not participating in any preseason games yet, Philadelphia veteran forward Sean Couturier will not need surgery on an upper-body injury, the Flyers said on Wednesday, though he remains week to week.

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Tuesday, September 27, 2022

Kurt Busch (concussion) hopes to return this year

Kurt Busch, who has been sidelined with concussion symptoms since a July 23 crash at Pocono Raceway, says he's "hopeful" he'll race again before the end of NASCAR's season.

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FIA approve three more F1 sprint races for 2023

Six Formula One grands prix from the 2023 season onwards will have sprint sessions after the governing body, the International Automobile Federation (FIA), on Tuesday approved an increase from three events this year.

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Manoah honored for defending Kirk from barbs

The Blue Jays' Alek Manoah has been honored with a sportsmanship award for defending teammate Alejandro Kirk after the catcher was criticized online for his weight.

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Monday, September 26, 2022

The NL East race? Justin Verlander? What we're watching the final two weeks of the MLB season

Our MLB experts pick out the one race, game, individual performance and more that they are tuning in to see during the rest of the regular season.

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Matt Boldy, Marco Rossi leading the next wave for the Wild

With several Minnesota players entering their prime, the two young skaters are part of the group that can drive the club to new heights.

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Dodgers clinch top NL seed, tie club wins record

The Dodgers tied a club record for wins (106) and clinched the No. 1 overall seed in the National League with 4-1 victory over the Cardinals on Sunday.

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Castillo chased in 6th; Mariners' slump continues

Luis Castillo, fresh off signing a rich contract with Seattle, got chased as the Kansas City Royals erupted for 11 runs in the sixth inning for a wild 13-12 win Sunday that cost the Mariners a chance to move up in the AL wild-card standings.

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Guardians clinch first AL Central title since 2018

The Guardians clinched the AL Central when the second-place White Sox lost Sunday, capturing their first division title since 2018.

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Sunday, September 25, 2022

Glasnow to rejoin Rays' rotation on Wednesday

Rays righty Tyler Glasnow is scheduled to rejoin the rotation Wednesday night at Cleveland after missing nearly 14 months because of Tommy John surgery. He is expected to throw around 45 pitches.

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Braves' Wright MLB's first 20-game winner in '22

Atlanta Braves right-hander Kyle Wright, who entered the 2022 season with just two career wins, became MLB's first 20-game winner this season with Saturday's 6-3 win over the Philadelphia Phillies.

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Rays' Lowe, Baz out for year; Glasnow returning

Rays second baseman Brandon Lowe and righty Shane Baz are done for the season because of injuries, while one-time ace Tyler Glasnow is expected back next week.

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Saturday, September 24, 2022

The world looks very different since Albert Pujols' first home run in 2001

Things look a little bit different these days than they were when he hit Pujols first one on April 6, 2001.

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Albert Pujols joins 700 HR club: The best stories from those who played with and against him

Mike Trout, Mark McGwire, Alex Rodriguez, Brad Lidge and more reflect on the most memorable moments on Pujols' path to 700.

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Cards' Pujols inches closer, clubs 699th homer

Cardinals slugger Albert Pujols moved one step closer to a major milestone, hitting the 699th home run of his career Friday night against the Los Angeles Dodgers.

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McCutchen tops 1,000 career RBIs in Brewers win

Andrew McCutchen drove in three runs, passing 1,000 RBIs for his career, and the Milwaukee Brewers beat the Cincinnati Reds 5-3 on Friday night.

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Yanks' Cole tossed, then Boone, for arguing call

Yankees starter Gerrit Cole and manager Aaron Boone were both ejected from Friday night's game against the Red Sox for arguing with plate umpire Brian Knight about a called ball that preceded a game-tying home run in the sixth inning.

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M's place J-Rod on 10-day IL with strained back

Seattle Mariners rookie Julio Rodriguez went on the 10-day injured list Friday because of a lower back strain suffered in Thursday's win at Oakland.

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3 minor leaguers suspended for PED violations

Major League Baseball on Friday announced suspensions for three minor league pitchers after they tested positive for a performance-enhancing substance.

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Friday, September 23, 2022

Sources: Dodgers to keep Hudson in fold for '23

The Dodgers are picking up right-hander Daniel Hudson's $6.5 million option for the 2023 season, sources told ESPN.

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Story again lands on 10-day IL for Red Sox

Red Sox second baseman Trevor Story, who left a game last week with a bruised left heel, was placed on the 10-day injured list.

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Yankees activate Britton a year after TJ surgery

Pitcher Zack Britton was activated by the New York Yankees on Thursday just over a year removed from Tommy John surgery.

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Thursday, September 22, 2022

Rays' Arozarena, Diaz had altercation Monday

Rays teammates Yandy Diaz and Randy Arozarena had an altercation after a 4-0 loss to the Houston Astros on Monday, partially prompting Tampa Bay manager Kevin Cash to bench both players Tuesday

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Mets set MLB record with 106 hit batters in 2022

The Mets set a major league record with 106 hit batters this season when Mark Canha was plunked twice and Luis Guillorme once Wednesday in a loss to the Brewers.

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Sabres extend Adams as rebuild enters 3rd year

The Buffalo Sabres, pleased with the "winning culture" that Kevyn Adams has brought to the team since taking over as GM in June 2020, awarded him with a contract extension on Wednesday.

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Wednesday, September 21, 2022

Angels' Suzuki set to retire after 16-year career

Angels catcher Kurt Suzuki said Tuesday he plans to retire at season's end following a 16-year career.

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Yandle, 36, NHL's Iron Man, retires after 16 years

Keith Yandle, 36, who became the NHL's all-time Iron Man last season, extending his consecutive-games streak to 989 before the Philadelphia Flyers scratched him late in the year, announced his retirement on a podcast.

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Braves' Strider (oblique) to have start skipped

Manager Brian Snitker told reporters he doesn't expect Spencer Strider to need a stint on the injured list due to the injury.

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Tuesday, September 20, 2022

Wait, MLB tiebreaker games are gone? Here's what the rule change means for this season

Game 163 is no more. Here's why, and what could happen to this year's races without one.

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2022-23 Plant My Flag list: Greg Wyshynski's fantasy hockey cheat sheet

Greg Wyshynski is back with his "Plant My Flag" list, the fantasy hockey players he's picking in every draft.

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Kershaw K's 10; Dodgers clinch NLDS home field

Clayton Kershaw struck out 10, Chris Taylor blasted a three-run homer in which the Dodgers successfully challenged a fan interference call, and Los Angeles defeated Arizona 5-2 on Monday to clinch a first-round bye and home-field advantage in the NLDS.

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Flyers' Couturier sidelined with undisclosed injury

Flyers center Sean Couturier suffered an undisclosed injury and will be re-evaluated during training camp, per the team.

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Sources: Tigers hire Giants GM Harris as pres.

The Tigers are hiring Giants GM Scott Harris as their new president of baseball operations, sources told ESPN.

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Cleared of assault, Virtanen, 26, signs with Oilers

With the regular season on the horizon, the Edmonton Oilers signed veteran Jake Virtanen to a professional tryout agreement on Monday, two months after the former Vancouver Canucks forward was found not guilty of sexual assault.

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Monday, September 19, 2022

Top Fantasy hockey picks: Rookies and sophomores

Whether in a redraft or dynasty league, it's important to look ahead at the young stars set to make an impact in the 2022-23 NHL season. Here are the ones to draft.

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Valdez has MLB-record 25th straight quality start

Framber Valdez set an MLB single-season record with his 25th straight quality start on Sunday.

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Judge hits 58th homer, within three of AL record

The Yankees' Aaron Judge hit his 58th home run Sunday afternoon, leaving himself three short of tying the American League single-season record.

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Saturday, September 17, 2022

Alderson: Mets' image improved during tenure

Sandy Alderson said he believes the perception of the New York Mets changed for the better during his tenure as team president one day after announcing he will step down.

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Yanks rub Chapman from IL after tattoo recovery

The Yankees have activated Aroldis Chapman from the injured list after the team's former closer recovered from an infection caused by a new tattoo on one leg.

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Friday, September 16, 2022

Mets' Alderson to step down, become advisor

Mets president Sandy Alderson will step down at the conclusion of a search for his successor and become a special advisor to Steve Cohen.

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Fantasy baseball pitcher rankings, lineup advice for Friday's MLB games

Everything you need to know to place your MLB bets and set your fantasy baseball lineups for Friday, September 16.

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Thursday, September 15, 2022

Wainwright, Molina make record start as battery

Cardinals pitcher Adam Wainwright and catcher Yadier Molina, who made their first start together in April 2007, made their 325th start together Wednesday to set a major league record.

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Minor league players unionize in 'historic' move

Minor league baseball players on Wednesday joined the MLBPA, which will now cover all players at each of the four affiliated levels as well as those at teams' Florida and Arizona complexes.

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Sens add forward depth, give Motte one-year deal

The Ottawa Senators agreed to terms with Tyler Motte, 27, on a one-year, $1.35 million contract, the team announced on Wednesday, securing one of the last remaining veteran forwards on the free-agent market.

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NASCAR's 2023 Cup schedule largely unchanged

NASCAR has announced its 2023 Cup Series schedule, which includes the previously announced street course race through downtown Chicago and its All-Star Race in North Wilkesboro, North Carolina.

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Wednesday, September 14, 2022

Dodgers clinch ninth NL West title in 10 seasons

The Dodgers blanked the Diamondbacks on Tuesday night to win the NL West for the ninth time in 10 seasons.

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Blackhawks D McCabe likely to miss 10-12 weeks

Blackhawks veteran defenseman Jake McCabe, 28, who will miss the start of Chicago's season after he had cervical spine surgery, is expected to return to action in 10 to 12 weeks.

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'Progressing' Rizzo nears return to Yanks' lineup

New York veteran first baseman Anthony Rizzo said he is close to returning to the Yankees lineup after no longer suffering from migraines that were a side effect from an epidural injection to treat his ailing lower back.

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Stars sign GM Nill to 1-year contract extension

Dallas has signed general manager Jim Nill to an extension through the 2023-24 season.

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New Habs captain Suzuki urged to learn French

- Several of Quebec's major party leaders say new Montreal Canadiens captain Nick Suzuki needs to learn French.

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Tuesday, September 13, 2022

Verstappen can win the F1 title at the next race

It's now a case of when rather than if Max Verstappen wins this year's championship, but what's the earliest he can wrap up the title?

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Hulkenberg a leading candidate for Haas in 2023

Nico Hulkenberg is a front-running candidate to replace Mick Schumacher at Haas next season, multiple sources have told ESPN.

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'Monumental': Valdez's quality-start streak at 24

The Astros were all smiles Monday night in Detroit, after Framber Valdez pitched his first career shutout -- and posted his 24th straight quality start -- in Houston's convincing 7-0 victory over the Tigers.

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Angels' Trout homers in seventh straight game

In a game against the Cleveland Guardians, Los Angeles Angels star Mike Trout homered in his seventh consecutive contest on Monday night, one shy of the major league record.

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Flores extended by Giants through at least '24

Wilmer Flores and the Giants agreed to a contract that guarantees $16.5 million over the next three seasons and could be worth up to $21.5 million.

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Suzuki, 23, the youngest captain in Habs' history

Montreal Canadiens forward Nick Suzuki, 23, became the youngest captain in team history Monday, succeeding former defenseman Shea Weber, who had the title since 2018, though he did not play last season due to injury.

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Rays put LHP Raley on restricted list, add 3 RHPs

The Rays put unvaccinated left-hander Brooks Raley on the restricted list ahead of their second and final regular season visit to Canada and put three new pitchers on the roster Monday.

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Monday, September 12, 2022

'More grand slams': Carlos Alcaraz already has sights set on 2023 glory after US Open triumph

To many on the outside, Carlos Alcaraz lifting the US Open trophy looked like the culmination of years of hard work, dedication and sacrifice. To Alcaraz himself, however, his first grand slam triumph is only the beginning.

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Dodgers 1st to clinch a playoff spot; 10th straight

The Los Angeles Dodgers are the first team in MLB to clinch a playoff berth, their 10th straight.

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MLB teams hold remembrances, tributes for 9/11

Former President George W. Bush took part in a first ball ceremony in Texas, Aaron Judge put on special cleats at Yankee Stadium, and the New York Mets wore first responder caps as Major League Baseball paused Sunday to remember the Sept. 11 attacks.

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Power brings home second IndyCar series title

Will Power withstood the challenge from teammate Josef Newgarden to close out a season of consistency and win his second IndyCar championship. Alex Palou won the finale at Laguna Seca Raceway for his first victory of the year.

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La Russa gets pacemaker; White Sox return TBD

Tony La Russa says he is recovering well from having a pacemaker inserted for his heart and is uncertain when he'll return to the White Sox.

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Sunday, September 11, 2022

Trout homers in 6th straight; Ohtani exits start

Los Angeles Angels star Mike Trout's home run tear continued Saturday night, when he went deep in his sixth straight game, while Shohei Ohtani left after five innings due to a blister on his right index finger.

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Power, with title in sight, breaks qualifying mark

Will Power, who heads into Sunday's finale up 21 points over Josef Newgarden and Scott Dixon, broke Mario Andretti's record by earning his 68th career pole on Saturday.

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Sources: MLB, MLBPA agree to card-check count

The agreement, in which the MLBPA will present union-authorization cards Wednesday to be counted by a neutral arbiter, is the latest step in the rapid unionization of minor league players and sets up the parties to negotiate a CBA, sources told ESPN.

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Hamilton jokes: I'll watch iPad during the race

Seven times Formula One champion Lewis Hamilton joked on Saturday that he might take his iPad into the cockpit with him at the Italian Grand Prix for entertainment if he gets stuck in a queue of slipstreaming cars.

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Saturday, September 10, 2022

Edwin Jackson retires after 17 seasons, 14 teams

Edwin Jackson, who spent 17 seasons in the majors, announced his retirement on Instagram on Friday -- his 39th birthday and the 19th anniversary of his big league debut.

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Yankees honor Jeter on Hall of Fame induction

Derek Jeter returned to Yankee Stadium for the first time in five years and was honored for his induction to the Hall of Fame two years ago.

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Brewers place right-hander Peralta on 15-day IL

Milwaukee right-hander Freddy Peralta was placed on the 15-day IL with inflammation in his throwing shoulder Friday night before the Brewers' game against the Cincinnati Reds.

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Closer Pressly comes off injured list for Astros

Closer Ryan Pressly has come off the 15-day injured list for the Astros.

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Friday, September 9, 2022

Rangers top prospect Jung set for MLB debut Fri.

Josh Jung, whom the Texas Rangers took with the No. 8 pick in the 2019 draft, will make his long-awaited major league debut Friday at home against the Toronto Blue Jays.

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Thursday, September 8, 2022

Hamilton to start at back of grid at Italian GP

Lewis Hamilton will start this weekend's Italian Grand Prix from the back of the grid after Mercedes confirmed his car would be fitted with a new power unit that will incur a grid penalty.

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Padres' Soto exits win with shoulder contusion

Padres slugger Juan Soto left Wednesday night's 6-3 win against the Diamondbacks with a right shoulder contusion.

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Mets outfielder Marte (finger fracture) day-to-day

Mets outfielder Starling Marte is day-to-day because of a fracture on his right middle finger, the team said.

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Coyotes: Season ticket revenue up 50% at ASU

The Arizona Coyotes expect to sell out every home game this season at ASU's Mullett Arena, according to team president Xavier A. Gutierrez, who says their season-ticket revenue has surpassed what they were generating in their former home in Glendale.

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McLaughlin signs IndyCar extension with Penske

Scott McLaughlin, who is mathematically alive in the IndyCar title hunt heading into Sunday's finale after winning last week's race in Portland, has signed a multiyear contract extension with Team Penske.

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Wednesday, September 7, 2022

Yelich's 499-foot HR longest in majors since 2019

Christian Yelich launched a 499-foot blast into the third deck at Coors Field, the third-longest homer since Statcast started tracking homers in 2015, but the Colorado Rockies won 10-7 on Tuesday night.

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Rays' Franco, Glasnow OK'd for Wed. rehab stints

Rays manager Kevin Cash said SS Wander Franco will be in Durham's lineup on Wednesday, the same night RHP Tyler Glasnow is scheduled to throw one inning in his first game since Tommy John surgery.

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Yankees 1B Rizzo lands on IL due to headaches

The New York Yankees are placing slugger Anthony Rizzo on the injured list due to headaches he has been experiencing in recent days, manager Aaron Boone said.

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Tuesday, September 6, 2022

How to play, and win, your fantasy hockey league like a pro!

The 2022-23 NHL season is nearly here, so get ready for your ESPN Fantasy Hockey league with the same tips and tricks that the pros use to win their leagues.

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MLB September predictions: Playoff races, MVP and Cy Young awards, and more surprises

With a month left to play in the 2022 regular season, here's what our experts predict will happen the rest of the way.

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American Frances Tiafoe upsets Rafael Nadal in 4th round of US Open

Twenty-two-time grand slam champion Rafael Nadal was upset in the fourth round of the US Open on Monday by American Frances Tiafoe at Arthur Ashe Stadium in Flushing, New York.

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Anderson, Capps win at NHRA Nationals in Indy

Greg Anderson won his 100th career NHRA race, defeating Dallas Glenn in the Pro Stock finals of the U.S. Nationals on Monday. Ron Capps, the defending world champion in Funny Car, won for the 71st time in his career and first in 27 appearances at Indy.

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Fantasy pitcher rankings, lineup advice for Tuesday's games

Everything you need to know to place your MLB bets and set your fantasy baseball lineups.

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Monday, September 5, 2022

Capps def. Hagan to win NHRA Funny Car event

Ron Capps won the Pep Boys NHRA Funny Car All-Star Callout on a hole-shot Sunday in the NHRA U.S. Nationals.

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McLaughlin, Power race to 1-2 finish in Portland

Scott McLaughlin led a Team Penske rout at Portland International Raceway by scoring his third victory of the season in a 1-2 finish that moved Will Power one race closer to the IndyCar championship.

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Fantasy baseball pitcher rankings, lineup advice for Monday's MLB games

Everything you need to know to place your MLB bets and set your fantasy baseball lineups for Monday, September 5.

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Sunday, September 4, 2022

Twins' Mahle lands on IL due to shoulder ailment

The Twins placed right-hander Tyler Mahle on the 15-day injured list Sunday because of shoulder inflammation.

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'Trying to win races,' McLaughlin on IndyCar pole

Team Penske powered its way around Portland International Raceway on Saturday in a 1-2-3 qualifying sweep that featured Scott McLaughlin winning the IndyCar pole in Oregon.

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Yanks' Benintendi to IL with wrist inflammation

The Yankees have placed outfielder Andrew Benintendi on the 10-day injured list with right wrist inflammation after he was hurt during Friday's loss to the Rays.

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Friday, September 2, 2022

Piastri to race for McLaren after contract resolution

Oscar Piastri will replace Daniel Ricciardo at McLaren in 2023 after the FIA's contract recognition board (CRB) upheld the team's contract with the Formula 2 champion.

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Serena and Venus Williams bounced from doubles' play at US Open

Serena Williams' illustrious doubles career has likely come to an end after she and her sister Venus fell in straight sets to the Czech duo of Linda Nosková and Lucie Hradecká in the first round of the US Open at Arthur Ashe Stadium.

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Kershaw shakes off early rust in 'efficient' outing

Dodgers pitcher Clayton Kershaw, in his return from a back injury, went five innings and looked like his vintage self after some first-inning struggles Thursday against the Mets.

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Stars sign goalie Oettinger to 3-year, $12M deal

The Dallas Stars signed Jake Oettinger to a $12 million, three-year contract on Thursday, securing the young goaltender whose 64 saves in Game 7 of the playoffs capped the season in which he became the team's starter.

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Thursday, September 1, 2022

Timmy Trumpet rocked Citi Field with a live rendition of Edwin Diaz's walkup song 'Narco'

The song has meant one of the best closers in baseball is about to make his entrance ... and Mets fans got to enjoy it in-person on Wednesday night.

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Orioles prospect Gunnar Henderson launched a home run for his first big league hit -- and lost his helmet

Henderson's long hair was flapping in the wind as he launched one deep for his first hit in the major leagues.

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Mets' Megill nears return; Baty has thumb imaging

Mets pitcher Tylor Megill will start a rehab assignment Thursday night, according to manager Buck Showalter. And infielder Luis Guillorme could begin a rehab assignment Sunday. Meanwhile, rookie Brett Baty underwent imaging on his jammed right thumb.

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Wednesday, August 31, 2022

Nationals place P Cavalli (shoulder) on injured list

The Washington Nationals are placing rookie right-hander Cade Cavalli on the injured list with right shoulder inflammation, and manager Dave Martinez said he will be shut down for two weeks and then re-evaluated.

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Dodgers' Kershaw to return vs. Mets on Thu.

Three-time NL Cy Young Award winner Clayton Kershaw, who hasn't pitched since Aug. 4 due to back pain, will be activated off the injured list and start against the New York Mets on Thursday.

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Carrasco throws sim game, may return this week

Mets pitcher Carlos Carrasco, who has been on the injured list with an oblique strain since Aug. 1, may return to the starting rotation by the end of the week, manager Buck Showalter said.

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MLB suspends two minor leaguers for violations

Two minor league players were suspended by Major League Baseball on Tuesday for drug violations.

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Clark: 'Tremendous response' to unionization push

MLBPA head Tony Clark is confident that at least 30% of minor league players will sign recently distributed union authorization cards in the coming days and weeks, paving the way for thousands more players to potentially join the organization.

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Wild add depth up front, sign C Steel for one year

The Minnesota Wild, looking for center depth with training camp and the preseason on the horizon, signed former Anaheim Ducks veteran forward Sam Steel, 24, to a one-year, $825,000 contract on Tuesday.

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Tuesday, August 30, 2022

Pujols homers off record 450th different pitcher

Reds reliever Ross Detwiler became the 450th different pitcher Albert Pujols has homered off, a major league record.

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Twins' Maeda unlikely to return, but help on way

The Minnesota Twins could get back several reinforcements from the injured list in the next few weeks, but former ace Kenta Maeda is unlikely to be one of them.

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Red Sox president indicates Bloom, Cora to return

Red Sox president and CEO Sam Kennedy told The Athletic on Monday that the team has no plans to part with chief baseball officer Chaim Bloom or manager Alex Cora despite what has been a forgettable season for Boston.

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D-backs call up star outfield prospect Carroll

Outfielder Corbin Carroll, who was the No. 1 prospect in ESPN analyst Kiley McDaniel's 2022 midseason rankings, was called up by the Diamondbacks.

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Monday, August 29, 2022

Minor leaguers to vote on MLBPA as union rep

Minor leaguers have been sent out a voting card from the Major League Baseball Players Association to authorize the player's union as their collective bargaining representative.

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Pitcher rankings, lineup advice for Monday's MLB games

Everything you need to know to place your MLB bets and set your fantasy baseball lineups for Monday, August 29.

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Corbin ends Nats' 43-game starter win drought

Patrick Corbin ended Washington's record 43-game drought without a starting pitcher earning a victory as the Nationals beat the Cincinnati Reds 3-2 Sunday.

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Sunday, August 28, 2022

Rosenthal's Brewers debut unclear after lat injury

Milwaukee Brewers reliever Trevor Rosenthal's status for the rest of the season is in doubt due to a lat injury.

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Mets retire Mays' No. 24 in Old Timers' Day salute

In a surprise salute at Citi Field, the Mets have retired Willie Mays' No. 24 as part of festivities for the organization's first Old-Timers' Day since 1994.

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'Ichiro Girl' gets surprised by Ichiro ... again

Iris Skinner and Mariners icon Ichiro Suzuki have quite a history together. On Friday, the two reconnected during a heartwarming first pitch.

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M's J-Rod on blockbuster deal: 'I love being here'

Julio Rodríguez said he would "love to be a Mariner for the rest of my career" when talking about the blockbuster deal that could keep him in Seattle through 2039.

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Bad ink: Infection from tattoo shelves P Chapman

New York veteran reliever Aroldis Chapman was placed on the injured list because of a leg infection stemming from a tattoo, Yankees manager Aaron Boone said Saturday.

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Saturday, August 27, 2022

Adidas terminates Tatis partnership over PED ban

Adidas has ended its relationship with San Diego Padres shortstop Fernando Tatis Jr. in the wake of him testing positive for a performance-enhancing substance.

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Marlins cut ties with vet power-hitting 1B Aguilar

The Miami Marlins designated power-hitting Jesús Aguilar for assignment on Friday, moving past the first baseman after falling out of contention for a spot in the playoffs.

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Harper back in Phils' lineup, hitting 4th vs. Pirates

Bryce Harper was back in the Phillies' starting lineup for the Friday night game against the Pittsburgh Pirates after missing 52 games with a broken left thumb.

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Dallas, Texas: Rangers sign well-traveled Keuchel

Dallas Keuchel, the former Cy Young Award winner who has been released by the Diamondbacks and White Sox this season, was picked up by the Rangers and will start Saturday.

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Cardinals star Arenado placed on paternity leave

The St. Louis Cardinals have placed star third baseman Nolan Arenado on paternity leave.

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Friday, August 26, 2022

Harper to rejoin Phillies on Fri.; Wheeler hits IL

Phillies interim manager Rob Thomson announced Bryce Harper's impending return from the injured list Thursday after consulting with the star.

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Astros putting Pressly on IL due to neck issue

Astros closer Ryan Pressly is being placed on the injured list due to neck spasms that had sidelined him the past two games.

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Thursday, August 25, 2022

K streak: M's Kirby opens with 24 straight strikes

Mariners right-hander George Kirby pulled of a rare feat by throwing 24 straight strikes to start the game Wednesday night in a 3-1 loss to the Washington Nationals.

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MLB suspends six minor leaguers for PEDs

Six players in the Dominican Summer League were suspended 60 games each by Major League Baseball on Wednesday after testing positive for performance-enhancing substances.

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Timmy Trumpet to watch Mets, may play for Diaz

The Mets say Australian musician Timmy Trumpet, who teamed with Dutch pair Blasterjaxx to create the wildly popular "Narco" that closer Edwin Díaz uses for his entrance song, will be Citi Field for a game against the Dodgers on Tuesday.

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Viral club exits league to go all-in on 'Banana Ball'

The Savannah Bananas, who became a national sensation with their irreverent style of baseball, are leaving the Coastal Plains League to focus full attention on their professional barnstorming team.

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Wednesday, August 24, 2022

Twins' Buxton lands on IL with right hip strain

The Twins on Tuesday placed All-Star outfielder Byron Buxton on the 10-day injured list with a low grade right hip strain.

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Royals' Garrett has ban reduced to two games

Royals relief pitcher Amir Garrett's suspension for tossing a drink at a fan earlier this month was reduced from three games to two and he will begin serving the punishment Tuesday.

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White Sox RHP Kopech put on IL with knee strain

White Sox pitcher Michael Kopech was placed on the 15-day injured list Tuesday with a left knee strain that he sustained while warming up prior to his start on Monday.

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Tuesday, August 23, 2022

Dodgers, Muncy reach 1-year, $13.5M extension

The Los Angeles Dodgers and two-time All-Star Max Muncy have agreed on a $13.5 million, one-year contract extension for 2023.

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Molina back after going home for basketball title

Yadier Molina rejoined the Cardinals on Monday after traveling to his native Puerto Rico for the end of his basketball team's championship run.

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Yankees star Stanton slated to return on Thursday

Prior to Monday's game against the New York Mets, Yankees slugger Giancarlo Stanton told the media he was aiming to return in time for New York's series opener vs. the Athletics on Thursday in Oakland.

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Brewers' Ashby to IL with shoulder inflammation

Brewers pitcher Aaron Ashby went on the injured list Monday because of left shoulder inflammation and will miss his scheduled start against the Dodgers.

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Yankees dodge deGrom as Mets rearrange rotation

In order to deal more effectively with the number of injuries that have affected the New York rotation recently, Mets manager Buck Showalter tentatively pushed Jacob deGrom's next start to Thursday, meaning he will miss the Subway Series.

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Phillies' Harper to start rehab assignment on Tue.

Bryce Harper, who has been out since June 25 because of a broken thumb, will start a rehabilitation assignment on Tuesday.

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Monday, August 22, 2022

Kiddin' around: O's, Mateo wow Little Leaguers

Baltimore's Jorge Mateo lined a bases-loaded double in the eighth inning, driving in three runs and sparking the Orioles to a 5-3 win over the Red Sox on Sunday in front of hundreds of cheering Little League World Series players from around the world.

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Angels' Ohtani leaves game with stomach virus

Angels right-hander Shohei Ohtani was removed from Sunday's game against the Detroit Tigers with a stomach virus.

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Sunday, August 21, 2022

Boone boils over after scuffling Yanks lose again

Yankees ace Gerrit Cole twice banged on the dugout roof, shouting in frustration and getting booed as scuffling New York lost for the 15th time in 19 games, beaten by the Toronto Blue Jays 5-2 on Saturday.

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Astros' Alvarez back at park after hospitalization

Astros slugger Yordan Alvarez, who was taken to a hospital the previous night because of shortness of breath, was held out of the lineup for Saturday's game but could return Sunday.

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Saturday, August 20, 2022

Snell OK to start day after DUI suspect hits car

San Diego Padres lefty Blake Snell was cleared for his scheduled start Friday, one night after he was involved in a minor crash during a traffic stop.

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Trout back from 30-game absence; Angels win

Los Angeles Angels star Mike Trout returned to the lineup after missing 30 games with rib cage inflammation, going 1-for-4 in a 1-0 win over the Detroit Tigers.

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Ex-Red Sox P Bill Lee collapses at amateur game

Former Boston Red Sox star Bill Lee collapsed in the bullpen while warming up for the Savannah Bananas amateur team Friday night, but the 75-year-old pitcher walked off the field with assistance.

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Power ties Andretti's IndyCar pole record at 67

IndyCar points leader Will Power won the pole for the Saturday night race at World Wide Technology Raceway and tied Mario Andretti for series pole record at 67.

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Stanton poised to start rehab assignment on Sat.

Yankees slugger Giancarlo Stanton will work out before Friday's game, and if all goes well, will go on a rehab assignment with the Somerset Patriots on Saturday and Sunday, manager Aaron Boone told reporters Friday.

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Rockies put RHP Senzatela on IL with torn ACL

The Colorado Rockies placed right-handed pitcher Antonio Senzatela on the 15-day IL with a torn left ACL, the team announced on Friday.

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Friday, August 19, 2022

Astros pound White Sox for 25 hits in 21-6 rout

Alex Bregman homered twice to help the Houston Astros score 21 runs against the Chicago White Sox, tied for the second-most runs in team history.

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Twins' Mahle avoids IL as MRI shows no damage

Twins right-hander Tyler Mahle's avoided landing on the injured list after the MRI exam on shoulder showed no damage.

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Cards marvel at 'incredible' Pujols after grand day

The Cardinals are the first team in MLB history to have a player at least 40 years old hit a grand slam (Albert Pujols) and another at least 40 to pitch seven shutout innings (Adam Wainwright) in the same game.

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Thursday, August 18, 2022

Umpires push back at home-plate collision critics

The Major League Baseball Umpires Association released a tersely worded statement Wednesday regarding the criticism they're receiving surrounding the home plate collision rule, saying simply "don't block home plate without possession of the baseball."

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Sources: Padres to sign veteran reliever Kintzler

The San Diego Padres are signing righty reliever Brandon Kintzler to a minor league deal, according to sources familiar with the situation.

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Wednesday, August 17, 2022

'Grinding' Bellinger benched by Dodgers' Roberts

Los Angeles outfielder Cody Bellinger, the 2019 NL MVP whose production has fallen off dramatically since, was benched by Dodgers manager Dave Roberts on Tuesday in Milwaukee.

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Padres pull plug on Tatis bobblehead giveaway

The San Diego Padres have replaced a planned Fernando Tatis Jr. bobblehead night with a Juan Soto T-shirt giveaway after the superstar shortstop was banned 80 games Friday following a positive test for a performance-enhancing drug.

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Red Sox get utilityman Hernandez back from IL

The Boston Red Sox are hoping infielder/outfielder Enrique Hernandez, activated from the injured list on Tuesday, will give the team a spark down the stretch.

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Braves recall pitching prospect Tarnok, INF Goins

The Braves juggled their roster before Tuesday night's game against the Mets, calling up pitching prospect Freddy Tarnok and selecting infielder Ryan Goins.

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Sources: Mets to call up touted 3B prospect Baty

The New York Mets are calling up highly regarded infield prospect Brett Baty, sources told ESPN's Jeff Passan.

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Tuesday, August 16, 2022

Slugger Springer back from IL as Blue Jays' DH

Blue Jays outfielder George Springer was activated off the injured list and he was in the team's lineup against the Orioles as the designated hitter.

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Phillies put Knebel on 15-day IL with lat strain

Phillies reliever Corey Knebel is expected to have an MRI on Monday in Philadelphia to determine the extent of the injury.

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Monday, August 15, 2022

Fantasy baseball pitcher rankings, lineup advice for Monday's MLB games

Everything you need to know to place your MLB bets and set your fantasy baseball lineups for Monday, August 15.

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Rasmussen loses perfect game in 9th; Rays win

Drew Rasmussen took a perfect game into the ninth inning as the Rays prevailed over the Orioles 4-1 on Sunday.

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Saturday, August 13, 2022

Red Sox OF Hernandez expected back next week

Kike Hernandez is set to play rehab games on Friday and Saturday before the Red Sox determines if he's ready to return.

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White Sox's Kopech pulled after 6 no-hit innings

White Sox right-hander Michael Kopech was pulled after throwing six no-hit innings against the Detroit Tigers on Friday night.

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Mets lose infielders McNeil, Escobar to injuries

New York Mets infielder Jeff McNeil left Friday's game against the Philadelphia Phillies with a thumb laceration while Eduardo Escobar left with tightness in his left side.

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Everything you need to know about Tatis' 80-game suspension

MLB announced megastar Fernando Tatis Jr. will miss the rest of the season due to a positive test for a banned substance. Here's what it means for Tatis and the Padres.

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Padres' Tatis banned 80 games for PED violation

Fernando Tatis Jr. tested positive for Clostebol, a performance-enhancing substance, and will miss the remainder of the season.

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Bernard sees MLB debut after 10 years in minors

Thirty-one-year-old Wynton Bernard made his Major League debut with the Colorado Rockies on Friday night after spending 10 seasons in the minor leagues.

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Mariners DFA Giles after 5 games in 2 seasons

Reliever Ken Giles, who appeared in just five games over two seasons after signing a two-year, $7 million deal with the Mariners, was designated for assignment.

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Friday, August 12, 2022

'Just perfect': Cubs, Reds soak in Iowa scenics

The Cubs defeated the Reds 4-2 in the second-ever Field of Dreams MLB game in Iowa, and both teams relished the experience.

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M's activate star rookie Rodriguez from 10-day IL

Seattle star rookie Julio Rodríguez was activated from the 10-day injured list Thursday after recovering from a bruised right wrist.

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Cubs strike first, the Griffeys play catch and more from MLB's 2022 Field of Dreams game

The 2021 contest ended with a dramatic walk-off home run into the cornfields. Will this year's game live up to it?

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Phillies' Schwarber suffers mild right calf strain

Philadelphia Phillies slugger Kyle Schwarber suffered a mild right calf strain on Thursday, leaving his status for Friday's game against the New York Mets in question.

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Braves place ace lefty Fried on concussion IL

The Braves placed ace Max Fried on the 7-day concussion injured list Thursday, days after he hit his head on the field during a game at Citi Field.

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Thursday, August 11, 2022

Canada beats Latvia to open world junior hockey

Connor Bedard had a goal and an assist and Canada opened play in the postponed world junior hockey championship with a 5-2 victory over Latvia on Wednesday night.

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Edmonton Oilers superfan Ben Stelter dies at age six

Tributes poured in across the NHL for Stelter, who was a fixture of Edmonton's postseason run and was embraced by the team and rivals alike.

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Avila out as Tigers GM after 22 years with team

With the team on pace for a sixth consecutive losing season, Al Avila is out as executive vice president and general manager of the Detroit Tigers, it was announced Wednesday.

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Wednesday, August 10, 2022

Hand injury could sideline White Sox SS Anderson

Chicago shortstop Tim Anderson, 29, who is serving a two-game suspension for making contact with an umpire, may miss more time because of a hand injury as the White Sox battle for first place in the American League Central.

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Rosenqvist talks deal, aims to 'remain in Indycar'

Felix Rosenqvist has clarified his contract situation with McLaren Racing as the Swedish driver is now caught in limbo in one of the strangest silly seasons in years.

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Tuesday, August 9, 2022

'Reinvented' Nick Kyrgios makes history with singles and doubles wins at Citi Open

Nick Kyrgios backed up his appearance in the Wimbledon final by becoming the first person to win the Citi Open men's singles and doubles titles at the same tournament on Sunday, as well as becoming the first Australian to win the singles title multiple times following his victory in 2019.

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Belarusian tennis star Victoria Azarenka forced to withdraw from Toronto tournament due to visa issue

Belarusian tennis star Victoria Azarenka has been forced to withdraw from the National Bank Open in Toronto after her visa application to enter Canada was rejected, she wrote on Twitter.

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Novak Djokovic and Serena Williams on US Open entry lists -- but that doesn't mean they'll play

Serena Williams is included on the entry list for this year's US Open, along with 21-time grand slam champion Novak Djokovic, who is currently unable to enter the country due to rules that require travelers to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19.

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Thousands sign petition to allow Novak Djokovic to play at the US Open

More than 12,000 people have signed an online petition on change.org calling for the United States Tennis Association (USTA) and the US government to allow Novak Djokovic to compete in the US Open.

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Cubs claim slugger Franmil Reyes off waivers

The Cubs on Monday claimed outfielder/designated hitter Franmil Reyes off waivers from the Guardians.

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Monday, August 8, 2022

Ejected Baldelli irate over 'pathetic' reversed call

An overturned call in the 10th inning Sunday led to a 3-2 Blue Jays victory and an ejection for Twins manager Rocco Baldelli, who labeled the play "one of the worst moments I think we've seen of umpiring in any game I've ever been a part of in baseball."

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DeGrom, 'ready to go,' dominant in home victory

Jacob deGrom struck out 12 and carried a perfect game into the sixth inning of his second start all season, pitching the New York Mets past the Atlanta Braves 5-2 on Sunday for their 12th victory in 14 games.

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Pitcher rankings, lineup advice for Monday's MLB games

Everything you need to know to place your MLB bets and set your fantasy baseball lineups for Monday, August 8.

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Sunday, August 7, 2022

Hockey Canada chair resigns amid scandal fallout

Michael Brind'Amour has resigned as the chair of Hockey Canada's board of directors amid scrutiny of the organization for its handling of sexual assault allegations against members of previous men's junior teams.

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Struggling OF/DH Reyes DFA'd by Guardians

The Cleveland Guardians have designated OF/DH Franmil Reyes for assignment, the team announced Saturday.

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Saturday, August 6, 2022

Kershaw (back) hits IL day after leaving start

The Dodgers on Friday placed LHP Clayton Kershaw on the injured list with low back pain.

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Tigers' Cabrera vows '23 return: I'm not quitting

Tigers slugger Miguel Cabrera told The Detroit News that he will indeed return for a 21st major league season in 2023, a day after comments he made raised some doubt that he'd retire before then.

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Yanks' Dietrich 1 of 5 suspended minor leaguers

Former big league slugger Derek Dietrich has been suspended for 50 games, one of five minor leaguer suspensions announced Friday by the commissioner's office for violations of the minor league drug prevention and treatment program.

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Friday, August 5, 2022

Rare T-206 Wagner card sold for record $7.25M

Collectibles marketplace Goldin announced on Thursday that a T-206 Honus Wagner has sold in a private sale for $7.25M, an all-time record amount for a sports card.

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2022 Little League World Series: Schedule, results, how to watch and more

We have your one-stop-shop for everything you need to know for this year's Little League World Series.

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Thursday, August 4, 2022

Blackhawks, Wild to play in Milwaukee on Oct. 2

Milwaukee will host an NHL game for the first time in more than three decades when the Chicago Blackhawks face the Minnesota Wild at Fiserv Forum, the home of the NBA's Milwaukee Bucks.

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Ku. Busch to miss 3rd consecutive NASCAR race

Kurt Busch will miss his third consecutive NASCAR race this weekend as he continues to deal with concussion-like symptoms stemming from a crash at Pocono Raceway last month.

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Brewers DFA pitcher Lamet, catcher Severino

Pitcher Dinelson Lamet and catcher Pedro Severino were both designated for assignment by the Brewers on Wednesday.

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Andretti, Rossi penalized for illegal car at Indy

IndyCar on Wednesday fined Andretti Autosport $25,000 because the car that Alexander Rossi drove to end his 49-race losing streak was illegal.

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Wednesday, August 3, 2022

Royals ship second baseman Merrifield to Toronto

Whit Merrifield, who was among the Royals players who didn't travel to Toronto for a series last month because of their COVID-19 vaccination status, was traded to the Blue Jays on Tuesday.

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Source: Braves beef up 'pen with closer Iglesias

Closer Raisel Iglesias has been traded from the Los Angeles Angels to the Atlanta Braves, a source told ESPN's Jeff Passan.

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Yanks bring on Bader, send Montgomery to Cards

The New York Yankees have traded left-hander Jordan Montgomery to the St. Louis Cardinals for center fielder Harrison Bader.

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Brewers pick up reliever Rosenthal from Giants

The Milwaukee Brewers picked up reliever Trevor Rosenthal from the San Francisco Giants just before Tuesday's trade deadline in return for minor league outfielder Tristan Peters.

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Sources: Mets bolster DH spot with Giants' Ruf

The Mets acquired outfielder Darin Ruf from the Giants on Tuesday for infielder J.D. Davis and three pitching prospects, sources told ESPN, confirming multiple reports.

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Tuesday, August 2, 2022

Cards finalizing deal for Quintana, sources say

The St. Louis Cardinals are finalizing a deal to acquire left-hander Jose Quintana from the Pittsburgh Pirates, sources told ESPN's Jeff Passan on Monday night.

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Punch-out: LHP Smith to IL with broken hand

The Diamondbacks put Caleb Smith on the injured list Monday after he broke his non-pitching hand punching something in frustration following his removal from Saturday's game.

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Royals deal 3B Rivera to D-backs for RHP Weaver

The Royals traded third baseman Emmanuel Rivera to the Arizona Diamondbacks for right-hander Luke Weaver in the second minor move made by Kansas City on Monday to add organizational pitching depth.

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Sources: Astros acquire Mancini from Orioles

The Houston Astros have acquired Trey Mancini from the Baltimore Orioles, sources confirmed to ESPN.

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Monday, August 1, 2022

Giants place Estrada on IL, trade for SS Machado

The Giants placed Thairo Estrada on the concussion IL while also trading for Cubs minor league SS Dixon Machado.

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Sunday, July 31, 2022

Central-leading Twins lose Kepler, Sano to IL

The AL Central-leading Minnesota Twins placed outfielder Max Kepler and infielder Miguel Sanó on the 10-day injured list Saturday, a big setback for a team with playoff hopes.

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Rockies keep Bard, give closer two-year extension

Colorado veteran closer Daniel Bard, 37, the subject of trade rumors ahead of Tuesday's deadline, agreed to a two-year contract extension with the Rockies on Saturday, before his team hosted the Los Angeles Dodgers at Coors Field.

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Guardians' Naylor sits out game with ankle issue

Guardians breakout slugger Josh Naylor was held out of Cleveland's game Saturday after experiencing numbness in the same right ankle he severely injured in June 2021.

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Sources: Rays acquire OF Peralta from D-backs

The Tampa Bay Rays are acquiring veteran lefty hitting outfielder David Peralta from the Arizona Diamondbacks for catching prospect Christian Cerda, sources familiar with the deal tell ESPN.

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Saturday, July 30, 2022

Blue Jays ace Manoah hit by ball, leaves game

Toronto Blue Jays right-hander Alek Manoah left Friday's start against Detroit in the sixth inning after he was hit on the right elbow by Jonathan Schoop's comebacker.

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Bell: Everything you need to know about Mike Trout's latest injury

How a spinal condition might affect the future of MLB's best player.

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The New York Islanders could be sharing a $1.28 billion-plus Mega Millions jackpot with fans

The team has bought $50,000 worth of Mega Millions tickets and could be sharing certain prizes with holders of full-season tickets or suites, staff, and the Islanders Children's Foundation charity.

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Friday, July 29, 2022

Making whisky in golf country



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Thursday, July 28, 2022

Shanahan, Holmgren, Kraft among HOF finalists

Super Bowl-winning coaches Mike Shanahan and Mike Holmgren are among 24 seniors, coaches and contributors selected as finalists for the Pro Football Hall of Fame's class of 2023.

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Kraken sign Donato after initially not offering deal

The Seattle Kraken re-signed forward Ryan Donato to a one-year, $1.2 million deal on Wednesday after initially choosing not to offer him a contract as a restricted free agent.

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Tuesday, July 26, 2022

Royals' Perez (thumb) set to begin rehab stint

The Royals say All-Star catcher Salvador Perez is expected to begin a rehab assignment Tuesday with Triple-A Omaha.

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Lundestrom, 22, secures 2-year deal from Ducks

Center Isac Lundestrom, a restricted free agent selected by Anaheim in the 2018 NHL Draft, has agreed to a two-year, $3.6 million contract with the Ducks, who will most likely slot him on the third line next season.

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Sunday, July 24, 2022

Vogelbach celebrates reunion with Lindor on Mets

Daniel Vogelbach was happy to be leaping up the standings and to reunite with Francisco Lindor, his travel teammate during high school days in Florida.

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Brewers agree to 5-year Ashby deal, add McGee

The Milwaukee Brewers agreed to a five-year contract with left-hander Aaron Ashby on Saturday, and they made a short-term addition in former San Francisco reliever Jake McGee.

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Saturday, July 23, 2022

Palou: Wasn't lying about being happy at Ganassi

IndyCar champion Alex Palou insisted Friday he wasn't lying last month when he told The Associated Press he was happy driving for Chip Ganassi Racing, wasn't talking to any other teams, and was set to return to the No. 10 next season.

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Friday, July 22, 2022

Hamilton: One F1 team stalling on diversity charter

One team is stalling on Lewis Hamilton's diversity charter for Formula One, the seven-times world champion revealed on Thursday.

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Perez calls for lifetime bans for abusive F1 spectators

Red Bull driver Sergio Perez has joined calls to issue lifetime bans to spectators responsible for discriminatory abusive behavior at Formula One races.

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Thursday, July 21, 2022

MLB All-Star Game viewership down from 2021

The MLB All-Star Game remains the most-watched all-star game in the major professional sports, even though it drew record lows in viewership for the fifth time since 2015.

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Pitcher projections for the next 10 days

A rolling, 10-day outlook of every team's probable starters, with game score projections.

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Wednesday, July 20, 2022

Minor leaguers make 'a living wage,' Manfred says

MLB commissioner Rob Manfred said Tuesday he "reject(s) the premise" that minor league players are not paid a living wage, prompting a barrage of criticism a day after the Senate Judiciary Committee in a letter inquired about treatment of minor leaguers.

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Tuesday, July 19, 2022

Olczyk leaving Blackhawks booth after 16 years

Eddie Olczyk is leaving the Chicago Blackhawks after 16 years as a color commentator on their television broadcasts. He's expected to work Seattle Kraken games next season.

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Red Sox's Sale has surgery on broken left pinkie

Red Sox ace Chris Sale, who broke his left pinkie against the Yankees, had surgery on the finger on Monday, the team said.

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Sharks re-sign Kahkonen, see 'potential' in goalie

Kaapo Kahkonen, 25, acquired last season from the Minnesota Wild, re-signed with the San Jose Sharks Monday, agreeing to a two-year deal with a team that believes he has to "potential to be a number one goaltender."

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Angels place Trout (ribcage) on 10-day injured list

Scratched from the Angels' lineup moments before Saturday's 7-1 loss to the Dodgers, and a day after deciding to skip Tuesday's All-Star Game, Los Angeles outfielder Mike Trout was placed on the 10-day injured list Monday with left ribcage inflammation.

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Sunday, July 17, 2022

USAC champion driver Bobby East dies at 37

Bobby East, a three-time USAC national champion driver, has died.

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Herta grabs pole for Grand Prix of Toronto

Colton Herta has qualified first for Sunday's Grand Prix of Toronto, becoming IndyCar's first two-time pole winner this season.

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Surprising O's own top pick, draw '89 comparison

When Baltimore took Ben McDonald with the top choice in the 1989 draft, it was just one small part of a thrilling season for the Orioles.

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Devils 'continue to build,' snare Marino from Pens

The New Jersey Devils, looking for a veteran presence who can play on the right side, acquired defenseman John Marino, 25, from the Pittsburgh Penguins on Saturday in exchange for defenseman Ty Smith, 22, and a draft choice.

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Saturday, July 16, 2022

Jeter on baseball future: 'Sure I'll do something'

Nearly five months after stepping down as CEO of the Marlins, Derek Jeter said in an interview with ESPN that he can still see himself staying involved with the sport of baseball.

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Maple Leafs sign Jarnkrok to 4-year, $8.4M deal

The Maple Leafs have signed forward Calle Jarnkrok to a four-year, $8.4 million contract. The forward had 12 goals and 16 assists while playing for the Kraken and Flames last season.

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Thursday, July 14, 2022

Nats closer Rainey to 60-day IL with UCL sprain

Nationals closer Tanner Rainey was placed on the 60-day injured list Wednesday with a UCL sprain.

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Wednesday, July 13, 2022

Guerin, Wild deal away disgruntled goalie Talbot

The Wild traded Cam Talbot to the Ottawa Senators Tuesday for Filip Gustavsson, days after tensions between Talbot and the Wild came to the surface at the NHL Draft, following Minnesota's decision to sign Marc-Andre Fleury to a new deal.

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Bowman leaves Hawks after 'uncomfortable year'

Scotty Bowman, 82, has left the Chicago Blackhawks after what he called "a pretty uncomfortable year," announcing Tuesday he no longer works for the club as of July 1, saying it was time to move on after 14 years as the senior hockey operations adviser.

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Rodon, Martinez, Cooper added to ASG rosters

Giants starter Carlos Rodon, and designated hitters J.D. Martinez of the Red Sox and Garrett Cooper of the Marlins have been named as injury replacements for next Tuesday's All-Star Game.

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Eyeing F1 seat, American Herta has McLaren test

Colton Herta took his biggest leap yet in his attempt to return an American to a seat in Formula One when the 22-year-old IndyCar driver finished two days of testing with McLaren on Tuesday over the Portuguese circuit at Portminao.

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Tuesday, July 12, 2022

MLB All-Star Home Run Derby: Can anyone take down HR king Pete Alonso?

The back-to-back long-ball champ will attempt to defend his crown in L.A. How will the rest of the field stack up against the Mets slugger?

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Merrifield's games-played streak ends at 553

The Royals' Whit Merrifield didn't play in the opener of a split doubleheader against the Tigers on Monday, ending his consecutive games streak at a franchise-record 553.

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Rays' Franco to undergo surgery, out 5-8 weeks

Rays shortstop Wander Franco will undergo surgery to repair a fractured hamate bone in his right hand on Tuesday and is expected to be sidelined for five to eight weeks.

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