Game 1 of WS least-watched in recorded history

Texas' extra-inning comeback victory over Arizona on Friday night, a 6-5 decision for the Rangers that averaged 9.35 million viewers on Fox, Fox Deportes and Fox's streaming service, was the least-watched Game 1 recorded in World Series TV history.

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Roberto Clemente Award goes to Yankees' Judge

New York star Aaron Judge won Major League Baseball's Roberto Clemente Award for character, community involvement and philanthropy on Monday, joining Ron Guidry (1984), Don Baylor (1985) and Derek Jeter (2009) as Yankees to win the honor.

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Former home run champ Frank Howard dies at 87

Frank Howard, a four-time All-Star who slugged 382 home runs during a lengthy major league career that included a World Series title with the Los Angeles Dodgers in 1963, has died. He was 87.

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Dog days: Wainwright cites puppy for retirement

Cardinals pitcher Adam Wainwright wrote "Because I got a puppy!" as the reason for his retirement after 18 years in the majors. Wainwright promised his kid they would get a family dog when he retired.

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'You don't mess with Max': Sixteen years in, Scherzer hasn't lost his edge

The Game 3 starter knows he can't bring the heat quite like he used to -- but his intensity hasn't dipped a bit.

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McDavid returns early, Oilers win Heritage Classic

Captain Connor McDavid, initially thought to be out for one to two weeks with an upper-body injury, returned on Sunday night, and the Edmonton Oilers defeated the rival Calgary Flames 5-2 in the NHL's Heritage Classic outdoor game.

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Pham asked to sit so Peterson could get AB in WS

Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo spoke vividly about veteran Tommy Pham offering to give up his final at-bat in Game 2 of the World Series on Saturday in order for teammate Jace Peterson to get a turn at the plate during Arizona's victory.

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Rangers' Scherzer gets World Series Game 3 nod

Three-time Cy Young Award winner Max Scherzer is set to start Game 3 of the World Series for Texas against Arizona.

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Thornton officially retires after 24-year NHL career

Joe Thornton has officially announced his retirement from the NHL following a 24-year career as one of the game's top playmakers.

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Globe Life Field roof still closed for Game 2 of WS

The Globe Life Field roof will remain closed for Game 2 of the World Series between the Texas Rangers and Arizona Diamondbacks on Saturday night, a day after the home team rallied for a 6-5 victory in 11 innings.

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Owners' vote on A's-to-Vegas still set for Nov.

Rob Manfred declined to say where the A's would play during that three-year interim period if approved to move to Las Vegas, where a new ballpark isn't due to break ground until April 2025.

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Live updates, analysis: D-backs, Rangers meet in Game 1

We have all the action covered as an improbable Fall Classic begins in Arlington.

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Rangers lefty Montgomery gets Game 2 start

Lefty Jordan Montgomery, who threw 32 pitches in 2⅓ innings in the Rangers' win at Houston on Monday, is set to start Game 2 of the World Series.

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Dermott: NHL-defying show of Pride was needed

Coyotes defenseman Travis Dermott says choosing to defy the NHL by using rainbow-colored Pride stick tape was something that "had to be done."

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Arizona tabs Kelly for Game 2, Pfaadt for Game 3

Right-hander Merrill Kelly will start Game 2 of the World Series for the Diamondbacks, while rookie Brandon Pfaadt will get the ball for Game 3.

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'He transcended eras': What Dusty Baker means to baseball

Dusty Baker's decades-long career in baseball has made him one of the most well-connected -- and well-loved -- men in the sport.

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Rays seek financing OK for Tampa Bay ballpark

The Tampa Bay Rays want approval of a financing deal for a new 30,000-seat ballpark by March so construction can stay on schedule for a 2028 opening.

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Braves re-sign Johnson to $14.25M, 2-year deal

Braves reliever Pierce Johnson, who was acquired from the Rockies in July, has signed a $14.25M, 2-year deal that also includes a club option for '26.

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Red Sox hire Breslow as chief baseball officer

Craig Breslow, who had two stints with the Red Sox as a pitcher, is the team's new chief baseball officer, it was announced Wednesday.

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Astros manager Dusty Baker says he's retiring

After a four-year stint with the Astros that included a World Series ring, Dusty Baker is retiring after 26 seasons as a manager, he told USA Today.

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World Series betting tips, picks, MVP predictions

It's Rangers-Diamondbacks for all the marbles. Who will win the World Series and in how many games? Who will win MVP? Our analysts offer their picks.

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D-backs continue run, back in first WS since '01

The Diamondbacks stunned the heavily favored Phillies with a 4-2 victory in Game 7 of the National League Championship Series and are back in the World Series for the first time since 2001.

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Source: Red Sox tab Breslow to lead baseball ops

Cubs assistant GM Craig Breslow has accepted the offer to become the new head of baseball operations for the Red Sox, a source told ESPN's Buster Olney, confirming a report in The Boston Globe.

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Phillies manager won't change lineup for Game 7

Despite his team's offensive struggles in a Game-6 loss to the Diamondbacks in the NLCS, Phillies manager Rob Thompson says making lineup changes ahead of Game 7 "doesn't make much sense."

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Bettman upholds Andersson's 4-game suspension

NHL commissioner Gary Bettman upheld Rasmus Andersson's four-game suspension on Tuesday, one day after hearing the appeal from the Calgary Flames defenseman following his hit on Columbus Blue Jackets forward Patrik Laine last week.

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D-backs ride hot start, Kelly gem into Game 7

The Diamondbacks rode a gem from starter Merrill Kelly and a hot start to beat the Phillies 5-1 on Monday to force a Game 7 in the NLCS.

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Blue Jackets put Laine on IR, retroactive to Friday

Patrik Laine, 25, who was charged at by Calgary Flames defenseman Rasmus Andersson in a 3-1 victory last week, was placed on injured reserve Monday by the Columbus Blue Jackets, who announced the move was made retroactive to last Friday.

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Colon, Canó, Sandoval join Dubai-based league

Bartolo Colon, Robinson Canó and Pablo Sandoval are among several notable, older former major league players selected Monday in the inaugural draft of the Dubai-based Baseball United.

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Astros' Abreu can pitch in Gm. 7, serve ban in '24

MLB upheld the 2-game ban for Astros reliever Bryan Abreu, but he won't have to serve the punishment until the 2024 season, making him eligible for Game 7.

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Follow live: The ALCS returns to Houston as Astros look to closeout Rangers in Game 6

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Sources: Padres OK Melvin interview with Giants

The Padres granted permission for manager Bob Melvin to interview with the Giants, sources told ESPN, paving the way for an interdivision managerial change and the end of a contentious two-year relationship between Melvin and the Padres.

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Coyotes' Dermott uses Pride Tape after NHL's ban

Arizona Coyotes defenseman Travis Dermott became the first NHL player to use Pride Tape on his stick in defiance of the NHL's ban of its use during warmups and games this season, sporting it on his stick during Saturday night's win over the Anaheim Ducks.

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Harper, Schwarber launch Phils to 3-2 NLCS lead

Bryce Harper and Kyle Schwarber each homered Saturday night, and Harper stole home to boot, as the Phillies topped the Diamondbacks 6-1 on Saturday night to take a 3-2 lead in the NLCS.

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Flames D Andersson suspended 4 games by NHL

The NHL suspended Calgary Flames defenseman Rasmus Andersson for four games without pay for charging Columbus Blue Jackets forward Patrik Laine on Saturday, and the $95,000 fine will go to the Players' Emergency Assistance Fund.

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Astros' Abreu facing 2-game suspension for HBP

Astros relief pitcher Bryan Abreu is facing a two-game suspension for hitting Rangers outfielder Adolis Garcia with a 99 mph fastball during Game 5 of the ALCS.

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Bruins to sit DeBrusk after being late to a meeting

Boston Bruins forward Jake DeBrusk, 27, will not play Saturday night against the Los Angeles Kings, after he was late to a meeting, coach Jim Montgomery said, adding that veteran forward Patrick Brown, 31, will replace him in the lineup.

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Ex-P Serafini arrested in connection with '21 killing

Danny Serafini, a first-round draft pick in 1992 who went on to pitch for six teams in the major leagues, was one of two people arrested Friday in Nevada in connection to a Lake Tahoe-area attack that left a man dead and his wife in critical condition.

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Ticket prices soar for Bedard's debut in Chicago

The average ticket sold for Blackhawks rookie Connor Bedard's first game at the United Center on Saturday is the highest price a Blackhawks' game has generated in five years.

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Live updates, analysis: Astros and Rangers square off in pivotal Game 5

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Leyland, Piniella on HOF's contemporary ballot

Former MLB managers Jim Leyland, Lou Piniella, Cito Gaston and Davey Johnson are among the eight men on the ballot for Hall of Fame consideration by the contemporary era committee.

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Caps goalie Lindgren (upper body) placed on IR

The Capitals placed goaltender Charlie Lindgren on injured reserve and recalled defenseman Hardy Haman Aktell from AHL affiliate Hershey.

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No. 2 pick Carlsson's Ducks debut expected Thur.

Ducks center Leo Carlsson, the No. 2 pick in the 2023 draft, is expected to make his NHL debut Thursday against the Stars.

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Tigers' complex latest to be robbed in Dominican

The Detroit Tigers' complex in the Dominican Republic was targeted in the latest robbery of a Major League Baseball facility in the country.

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Jets F Vilardi (MCL) expected to miss 4-6 weeks

Winnipeg Jets coach Rick Bowness said Wednesday that forward Gabriel Vilardi is expected to miss four to six weeks with a sprained MCL in his right knee.

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Habs' Dach done for season with torn ACL, MCL

Canadiens forward Kirby Dach will need surgery for his torn right ACL and MCL and will miss the remainder of the season, the team announced Tuesday.

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Assembly OK's funds for Brewers stadium repairs

Wisconsin legislators edged closer Tuesday to passing a compromise plan to spend more than half-a-billion dollars in public money to help cover repairs at the Milwaukee Brewers stadium, pushing the proposal through the state Assembly and on to the Senate.

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Rangers seize 'big moment,' snare 2-0 ALCS lead

The Texas Rangers continued a magical run through the postseason on Monday, defeating the Houston Astros, 5-4, art Minute Maid Park to take a 2-0 lead in the ALCS, their seventh straight victory since the postseason began two weeks ago.

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Harper has Olympic 'dream' if MLB players OK'd

Bryce Harper says it would be a dream come true if he gets to play for Team USA in the 2028 Olympics, and hopes MLB allows its players to participate.

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Live updates, analysis: Early Astros error ignites big first inning for Rangers

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Kraken will be without Tanev for at least a month

The Seattle Kraken will be without Brandon Tanev for at least a month after the veteran forward sustained a lower body injury in last week's season opener against the Vegas Golden Knights.

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Passan: How Jordan Montgomery finally solved Yordan Alvarez

Here's how Montgomery became the first pitcher to strike out the Astros' slugger three times in a game.

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'Terrific' Montgomery lifts Rangers to Game 1 win

Continuing a dominant postseason run, veteran starter Jordan Montgomery threw 6⅓ scoreless innings on Sunday night, as the Texas Rangers defeated the rival Houston Astros 2-0 in Game 1 of the American League Championship Series.

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Follow live: Astros, Rangers go head-to-head to see who can take Game 1 of ALCS

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Sources: Giants interview Nakken for manager

Giants coach Alyssa Nakken has interviewed for the team's open managerial job, becoming the first woman to speak with an organization formally about leading its on-field operations, sources confirmed to ESPN.

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Kings' Arvidsson may need back surgery again

Los Angeles Kings forward Viktor Arvidsson apparently needs another surgery on his back, general manager Rob Blake says.

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Matthews 5th player ever to open with 2 hat tricks

Auston Matthews registered his second hat trick in two games to open the season, becoming just the fifth player in NHL history to do so, and the Toronto Maple Leafs defeated the Minnesota Wild 7-4 on Saturday night at Scotiabank Arena.

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Blues' Buchnevich leaves in first period with injury

St. Louis Blues forward Pavel Buchnevich, 28, who had logged seven shifts and 5:27 of ice time in the first period, left Saturday night's game with an upper-body injury after taking a big hit from Seattle Kraken defenseman Jamie Oleksiak.

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Rangers' Semien, wife have baby ahead of ALCS

Rangers star Marcus Semien and his wife Tarah decided to induce the birth of their daughter over the break before the ALCS against the Astros.

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LCS expert predictions: Astros or Rangers? Phillies or D-backs? And who will be the MVPs?

There are just four teams left in the MLB playoffs. Here's who we think is headed to the World Series -- and what we've gotten right ... and wrong so far.

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Twins' Buxton has knee surgery, eyes CF return

Twins designated hitter Byron Buxton had arthroscopic surgery Friday on his right knee in an effort to alleviate irritation related to patellar tendinitis and return to center field next season.

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2023 MLB playoffs: How to watch, schedule, bracket, more

We have your one-stop shop for everything you need to keep up with all the action this October.

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Bochy 'encouraged' after Scherzer's side session

Bruce Bochy said he was really encouraged by how Max Scherzer threw during an off-day session, though the Rangers' manager wasn't ready to declare if Scherzer will pitch in the ALCS.

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Reports: Gambler will earn $43.4M if Stros repeat

Sports fan Jim "Mattress Mack" McIngvale has put his money -- big money -- where his mouth is. His allegiance to Texas-based teams, particularly the Houston Astros, has paid off and lost him millions of dollars in bets over the years.

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Correa: Twins will learn from playoff experience

The Twins have been eliminated from the postseason, but Carlos Correa is optimistic after the experience the team gained. "Next year I feel like we'll be a lot better," he said.

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GM says Orioles eye extensions with young stars

Orioles general manager Mike Elias indicated that Baltimore would like to pursue contract extensions for some of the team's top young players.

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Harper's retort to Arcia barb: 2 HRs, 2 staredowns

After Braves shortstop Orlando Arcia was overheard in the clubhouse mocking Bryce Harper's baserunning in Game 2, the Phillies superstar responded with two home runs in Philadelphia's Game 3 rout -- and stared down Arcia both times he rounded the bases.

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Vegas' Howden suspended 2 games for head shot

The NHL suspended Golden Knights forward Brett Howden for two games without pay for an "illegal check to the head" of Kraken forward Brandon Tanev on Tuesday night.

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Mets owner aims to build casino next to Citi Field

Mets owner Steve Cohen hopes to construct a casino adjacent to Citi Field as a way to attract people to the area near the ballpark.

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Buxton added to Twins' ALDS roster; Kirilloff out

The Minnesota Twins activated All-Star Byron Buxton as an injury replacement for first baseman Alex Kirilloff.

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Astros take G3 behind another Javier playoff gem

Astros right-hander Cristian Javier continued his historic postseason stinginess Tuesday, going five sterling innings as the Astros rolled past the Twins in a pivotal Game 3 victory.

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Maple Leafs sign forward Gregor to 1-year deal

Forward Noah Gregor signed a one-year, $775,000 contract with the Toronto Maple Leafs on Tuesday.

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O's Kremer to pitch with family in Israel on mind

Israeli-American pitcher Dean Kremer will make his first career playoff start for Baltimore on Tuesday night in Game 3 of the ALDS against Texas.

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Follow live: Dodgers desperate for Game 2 win vs. Diamondbacks

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Follow live: Philadelphia targets another road win in Atlanta

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Jets ink Scheifele, Hellebuyck to matching deals

The Jets announced Monday that franchise cornerstones Mark Scheifele and Connor Hellebuyck signed identical seven-year contract extensions carrying an average annual value of $8.5 million.

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Down 2-0, O's aim to 'reset' with season on line

After Sunday's 11-8 loss to the Rangers, the Orioles are one game away from playoff elimination.

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2023 MLB playoffs: How to watch, schedule, bracket, more

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How Bruce Bochy's radical calm propelled the Texas Rangers to the postseason

Is managing by feel in the midst of a minor comeback? It's certainly working for the man who returned this season to lead the AL's second wild-card team. But there's a tall order ahead.

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Dodgers' Kershaw pulled after 6-run 1st inning

Dodgers ace Clayton Kershaw was pulled from Saturday's playoff start after allowing six runs and recording only one out in the first inning against the Diamondbacks.

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Verlander tosses gem as Astros continue G1 streak

Justin Verlander pitched six shutout innings to help the Astros top the Twins 6-4 and continue their winning streak in Game 1s of the division series.

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O's call steal attempt in 9th 'miscommunication'

Orioles manager Brandon Hyde called Gunnar Henderson's attempt to steal in the bottom of the ninth in Saturday's Game 1 loss to the Rangers "a little miscommunication."

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Longtime MLB reliever Jim Poole dies at age 57

Former big league reliever Jim Poole has died of complications from ALS at the age of 57.

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Why Colorado could be the perfect landing spot for Jonathan Drouin

The Avalanche have a history of getting players to perform at a high level. Can they do the same with Drouin, who had his eyes set on playing in Denver?

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Senators' Norris expected to miss start of season

The Ottawa Senators expected to have center Josh Norris in their lineup to begin the season, but it appears he won't be ready after missing most of last season with a shoulder injury.

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Braves tab Strider for G1, Fried in G2 of NLDS

The Braves tabbed right-hander Spencer Strider as the Game 1 starter for Saturday's NL Division Series clash with the Philadelphia Phillies. Atlanta also announced Max Fried will start Game 2 on Monday.

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Marlins' Alcantara out for 2024 after TJ surgery

Marlins ace Sandy Alcantara, the reigning NL Cy Young Award winner, underwent Tommy John surgery on Friday and will miss next season, he posted on Instagram.

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Success of MLB team-initiated video reviews falls

Team-initiated video reviews across Major League Baseball were slightly less successful this season, which saw overturned calls drop nearly two percent from 2022 results.

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O's to start Bradish, rookie Rodriguez vs. Texas

The Orioles will start breakout right-hander Kyle Bradish in Game 1 of the ALDS against the Rangers, with rookie righty Grayson Rodriguez set for Sunday's Game 2.

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Panthers loan goalie Knight to AHL Charlotte

The Florida Panthers are loaning goaltender Spencer Knight to their AHL affiliate in Charlotte in an effort to get the young netminder some valuable playing time after he stepped away from hockey last season.

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Can't draft a star? Draft their line mate!

While Connor McDavid and Nathan MacKinnon will be drafted early, you can still tap into their production by taking their line mates. Victoria breaks down 10 sleeper picks on a star's line.

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Lapsed fan's guide to the 2023-24 NHL season: Everything you need to know

It's been four months since the Golden Knights hoisted the Stanley Cup. Here are the key players, teams and storylines this season.

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Flames to break ground on $584M arena in 2024

The Calgary Flames announced on Thursday that they have finalized an agreement with the City of Calgary, the Calgary Stampede and the Alberta provincial government to build a new $584 million arena.

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Bedard effect: Blackhawks' ticket sales soaring

The Blackhawks told ESPN that, since drafting phenom Connor Bedard, they have nearly doubled full and partial season-ticket packages.

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Mets GM Eppler resigns; 'clean slate' for Stearns

Saying he wanted to give new president David Stearns "a clean slate," Billy Eppler resigned Thursday as New York Mets general manager.

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Slump proof players: High floor forward and defensemen picks

Take away every goal and what are we left with? The players who consistently score based on their shots, hits, blocks, and more.

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Wenatchee coach Constantine suspended by WHL

Wenatchee Wild coach Kevin Constantine was suspended indefinitely by the Western Hockey League on Wednesday by making what the league called "derogatory comments of a discriminatory nature."

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Moreno exits after Turang hits him on backswing

Arizona Diamondbacks catcher Gabriel Moreno has left Game 2 of the NL Wild Card Series at Milwaukee after he was struck by a backswing.

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Rangers-O's gets leadoff slot before Joel concert

ALDS Game 1 between the Rangers and Orioles at Camden Yards is at 1 p.m. ET Saturday, just hours before the Stevie Nicks-Billy Joel concert next door.

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McCarthy (oblique) to miss 'weeks' for D-backs

Diamondbacks outfielder Jake McCarthy will need "weeks" to recover from a strained oblique that happened while taking batting practice Tuesday.

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Lewis' 2 HRs put 'win' in Twins; slide ends at 18

The Twins snapped their record 18-game playoff losing streak with a 3-1 victory over the Blue Jays in Game 1 of the AL Wild Card Series.

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Angels' Minasian takes blame for dismal season

General manager Perry Minasian took the blame for the Angels disappointing season, saying fired manager Phil Nevin was not the only one to blame.

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D-backs' Pham 'likely' to get injection for turf toe

Arizona designated hitter Tommy Pham said he would "probably get an injection" for turf toe prior to Game 1 of the NL wild-card series vs. Milwaukee.

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Cubs prez sees bright future despite late swoon

After contending for a playoff spot, Cubs president Jed Hoyer said he's pleased by the team's season and sees better days ahead.

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Australian Open adds an extra day to stop matches going late into the night

The Australian Open will add an extra day to its schedule next year in a bid to reduce pressure on players and fans following a series of punishing matches in recent years that ended well into the early hours.

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Head-to-head leagues: Most consistent players and why it matters

Are these the safe picks at forwards and defensemen? Sean looks at who the most consistent fantasy point scorers have been over the past three seasons.

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Brewers' Woodruff out of at least wild-card series

Brandon Woodruff is dealing with what manager Craig Counsell described as a capsular injury. He had been expected to start Game 2 for the NL Central champions, following Corbin Burnes.

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2023 MLB playoffs: Schedule, postseason bracket, standings

We have your one-stop shop for everything you need to keep up with all the action this October.

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Astros win AL West in tiebreaker with Texas loss

The Astros won and the Rangers lost to finish with identical 90-72 marks, with Houston winning the AL West and a first-round bye via a tiebreaker.

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Tigers legend Cabrera ends HOF career with win

Detroit Tigers legend Miguel Cabrera and Guardians manager Terry Francona both saw their careers come to a close on Sunday.

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Braves tie MLB record with 307 HR this season

The Braves homered three times to tie the major league season record of 307 but lost their regular-season finale 10-9 to the Nationals.

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Cards give Wainwright a puppy on retirement day

St. Louis pitcher Adam Wainwright, who promised his children he would get a family dog when he retired from baseball, was given a Lagotto Romagnolo puppy by the Cardinals before the 42-year-old veteran's final game.

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Yanks' Judge opines on lost '23, Boone, analytics

Yankees captain Aaron Judge offered support for manager Aaron Boone, questioned the analytics department and has challenged his young teammates.

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Short goodbye? Votto ejected in possible finale

Veteran Joey Votto, who has not said if he'll return in 2024, was ejected in the first inning of what may be his final game with the Reds.

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Flames executive Snow, 42, dies after ALS battle

Sportswriter turned NHL executive Chris Snow has died at age 42 after a long battle with ALS.

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Yanks address Rodon's clash with pitching coach

Yankees manager Aaron Boone was still smoothing over some clubhouse discord with two games left in a lost season Saturday after Carlos Rodón and pitching coach Matt Blake clashed on the mound the previous night.

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Orioles' Bautista to undergo Tommy John surgery

Baltimore Orioles veteran reliever Felix Bautista, the 28-year-old right-hander who was placed on the 15-day injured list on Aug. 26, will have Tommy John surgery next month and miss the playoffs and likely the entire 2024 season.

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'Nothing serious,' but Nimmo closes season on IL

Brandon Nimmo, injured on Thursday night when he tried making a diving catch, was placed on the injured list with a sprained AC joint in his right shoulder on Saturday, ending the season for the New York Mets' leadoff hitter and center fielder.

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