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Rockies' Charlie Blackmon goes ballistic, gets ejected with hot mic rolling

The outfielder's word choice was easy to pick up on the TV broadcast.

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MLB hasn't actually gotten less competitive — at least compared to early 2000s

Extremely bad baseball teams are normal. Perception of them could be changing, though.

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Christian Yelich deals with Roxane from Twitter by calling The Police

His new walk-up song was a fun reference to a social media detractor.

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Blue Jays' continued love for Josh Donaldson goes beyond his on-field performance

Donaldson returned to Toronto on Tuesday as a member of the Braves.

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Behind the demise of on-field bullpens in MLB and their lasting imprint on the game

There's a complex timeline and plenty of emotions behind on-field bullpens.

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Cardinals' Paul DeJong will keep hitting outfield signs until you notice him

It's a new Monday tradition.

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Padres rick-roll Red Sox, but can they avoid pranking own fans with another sub-70 win season?

San Diego could use a positive final month.

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Nationals' Juan Soto is one of the best young hitters in MLB history

Bryce Harper is not missed right now in Washington, thanks in part to Juan Soto's scorching start to his career.

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How A's manager Bob Melvin laid groundwork for another second-half surge

Oakland has won six of its past seven games against the Astros and Yankees and is in the thick of the AL wild-card race.

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Domingo German, Luis Severino highlight Yankees' evolution on young pitchers

As they roll toward the postseason, the Yankees want to protect Domingo German during his first full MLB season.

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Why are baseball squirrels idolized but rats and other rodents frowned upon?

Rather than laugh about an incident at Target Field, we've decided to point out an animal kingdom hypocrisy.

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Mets fans steal fly ball from Oscar Mercado, troll Indians outfielder with finger wags

Time for Phillies fans to step up.

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A.J. Puk promotion carries major wild card implications for A’s

A 6-7 lefty who throws 98 mph? Yeah, that could change things.

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Blue Jays' Vladimir Guerrero Jr. swings just like his dad, golfs home run

History has a habit of repeating — just not usually with this precision.

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Aaron Sanchez has no quick fix, but pitching for Astros affords him time to find groove

He finished his Thursday start against the A's angry at himself, even though Houston still had an opportunity to win.

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Kyle Seager's recent uptick gets some help from Tigers' outfield collision

The Tigers are 16-42 at home and it's not difficult to see why.

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Astros, Rangers players put their bodies on line to make big-time defensive plays

Robinson Chirinos and Delino DeShields Jr. saved their pitchers Tuesday.

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Francisco Lindor's career is off to a historic start

Let's take a step back and realize how rare Lindor's body of work continues to be.

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Five details from Antonio Brown's reported helmet fuss that cement his bizarre reputation

There's a lot to unpack here.

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Javier Baez keeps finding new ways to entertain Cubs fans

The shortstop got a kick out of a late-inning at-bat against the Reds on Thursday,

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Here are all 17 Yankees players to homer off the Orioles in 2019

New York has made home run history against Baltimore this year.

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Rays manager Kevin Cash burned by top-notch Players' Weekend prank

He said he was not in on the jersey name submitted for him.

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Rangers 'truly sorry' after man allegedly made racist remarks at Globe Life Park

The alleged incident occurred this past Saturday when Texas hosted the Tigers.

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Dodgers' Dustin May has one purpose right now, and it doesn't involve winning in August

The rookie is auditioning for something more meaningful.

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Diamondbacks' return for Zack Greinke gets an 'eh' from prospect analyst

MLB.com's Jonathan Mayo appeared on DAZN's "ChangeUp" to break down the prospects Arizona acquired from the Astros.

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Brewers' Keston Hiura is using his SoCal baseball roots to inform rookie success

SN chatted with the hot-hitting newcomer on a variety of personal topics.

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MLB trade tracker 2019: Full list of deals completed before the deadline

With a series of big trades potentially imminent, keep up with the latest rumors and action.

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A's 'very happy' with post-deadline roster, struggling bullpen included

"It was kind of what we hoped to accomplish here," GM David Forst said of his moves ahead of the MLB trade deadline.

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Explaining Diamondbacks' deadline moves

They executed a clear game plan with their deadline activity.

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Padres' trade puzzling even if three-team deal with Indians, Reds eventually pays off

This is not the win-soon approach San Diego spoke about earlier this year.

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NCAA to enact guidelines to offset non-traumatic deaths, won't punish schools that don't abide by them

The NCAA in April published guidelines and best practices for its member institutions to offset the number of non-traumatic deaths among student-athletes, Sporting News has learned.

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Mariners' J.P. Crawford twists limbs to make stunning throw

The shortstop's greatest feat may have been breathing life into a Mariners-Tigers game.

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Why the Giants are suddenly winning almost every game: 'There’s something about this team'

Once sure-fire trade deadline sellers, San Francisco is the hottest team in baseball. There are reasons for that.

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Pirates' Keone Kela issues bizarre responses when asked about suspension

Few details were conveyed by the reliever.

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MLB trade deadline 2019: Date, predictions, rumors, new rules for Hot Stove season

Get your trade fix right here to prepare for a fun couple of weeks of wheeling and dealing.

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Joe Maddon explains Carl Edwards Jr. demotion, Pedro Strop faith ahead of Cubs' deadline

"The difference is the body of work," Chicago's manager said. "Don’t underestimate the body of work and the presence and everything else."

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Brewers' Tyler Saladino hits two clutch grand slams in two games

The .227 career hitter is developing a knack for bases-loaded production.

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Week 15 Fantasy Baseball Waiver Pickups: Julio Urias, Kevin Pillar could change your season

Finding the breakout candidates on the waiver wire before everyone else is always important, but especially so heading into Week 15 of the fantasy baseball season. See this week's top pickups and free agents.

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Madison Bumgarner cares deeply for Giants, doesn't give 'a s—' about trade rumors

Bumgarner's best pitching performance in years continued San Francisco's unexpected hot streak.

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Rangers' catcher-turned-reliever might have thrown the worst pitch in MLB history

The pitch was too slow to be recorded by the stadium radar gun.

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Dodgers, A's among West teams expected to make big trades as MLB deadline approaches

SN takes a detailed look at what to expect from teams in the AL and NL West ahead of the trade deadline.

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A's closer Liam Hendriks accidentally befriended Astros at All-Star Game

"There are some good blokes on that side."

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White Sox will limit rookie Dylan Cease, who expects to become a workhorse eventually

Cease had Tommy John surgery at 19. He still believes he can be a durable MLB contributor — once the White Sox let him stretch out.

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Travis d'Arnaud played the game of his life to beat the Yankees

The veteran catcher has never lived up to his top prospect status. However, he did sink the Yankees with three home runs Monday night.

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MLB trade deadline 2019: Date, rumors, top targets & new rules for Hot Stove season

Get your trade fix right here to prepare for a fun couple of weeks of wheeling and dealing.

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Tyler Skaggs' teammates, family help to keep late pitcher's legacy going

The Angels were playing in Anaheim for the first time since Skaggs died on July 1.

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Carlos Carrasco receives emotional support from Indians All-Star teammates after leukemia diagnosis

Fans and players held up signs around Progressive Field at the All-Star Game to show support for those diagnosed with cancer.

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MLB All-Star Game 2019: Start time, TV channel, full rosters for AL and NL teams

Check out the schedule for the Cleveland-hosted event, which will showcase baseball's top stars.

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Home Run Derby 2019 results: Mets' Pete Alonso launches epic dingers, rocks Cleveland in Derby win

The Mets' rookie's power was on display all night as he became the third rookie to win the Home Run Derby.

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Full 2019 MLB celebrity softball game roster

J.R. Smith, a 2016 NBA champ with the Cavs, is one of the local legends participating in the Cleveland event.

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How the 2007 Indians went from special to forgotten so fast

Cleveland is trying to upend a legacy of disappointment by breaking through in a desperation-marked 2019 campaign.

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MLB Network's film on 1995 Mariners a reminder of bygone era when attendance was king

Something special may be lost by the declining importance of ticket sales.

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Cubs manager Joe Maddon has the worst spin move of all-time

Maddon tried (and failed) to charge Clint Hurdle.

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Sonny Gray's gem shows he's far from done, but his redemption path remains muddled

Removed from the pressure of New York, Gray is trying to rediscover his edge in Cincinnati.

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Home Run Derby 2019: Participants, lineup, schedule, TV channel for MLB All-Star event

All of the details regarding the star-studded Home Run Derby in Cleveland.

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Players across MLB pay tribute to Tyler Skaggs

Corbin came up to the major leagues along with Skaggs, who died Monday.

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Here comes the next wave of A's prospects, just in time for the AL wild card race

A.J. Puk and Jesus Luzardo are the biggest names set to break through, but they've got plenty of company.

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Week 14 Fantasy Baseball Waiver Pickups: Oscar Mercado, Adbert Alzolay, more prospects

Check your waiver wire for these 10 fantasy baseball breakout candidates, which include several notable prospects and new closers.

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MLB All-Star voting results 2019: Full AL and NL rosters, selections, starters, snubs

Sporting News is tracking the 2019 MLB All-Star voting results with complete rosters for the American and National leagues as they are announced.

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Phillies go all-in on Brad Miller's bamboo magic, giving journeyman's career new gusto

A clubhouse plant is making Miller very popular in Philadelphia.

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College World Series 2019 finals: Highlights from Vanderbilt's title-winning Game 3 triumph

Sporting News tracked Game 3 of the College World Series finals.

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College World Series 2019 finals: Vanderbilt shuts down Michigan in Game 2

Sporting News tracked live scoring updates and highlights from the 2019 College World Series between Vanderbilt and Michigan.

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What's going on with the Mets? Don't ask manager Mickey Callaway

General manager Brodie Van Wagenen relayed in-game pitching decisions to Callaway, according to multiple reports.

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College World Series finals 2019: Michigan cruises to Game 1 win behind first-inning burst

Sporting News tracked live scoring updates and highlights from Game 1 between Vanderbilt and Michigan. Follow the 2019 College World Series finals here.

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This minor league brawl led to felony charges, remains one of baseball's craziest fights

A Peoria pitcher threw a baseball toward the Dayton Dragons' dugout, prompting an out-of-control skirmish.

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Despite all of the jokes, Rays fans exist and their frustration is legitimate

Rays relocation talk just got real. What does that mean for the Florida fans still tolerating the team?

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Tim Tebow, UNCC shooting survivor cherish each other's company

Drew Pescaro drew inspiration from his private pregame conversation with Tebow.

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Eloy Jimenez has a knack for obliterating White Sox rivals

The rookie has saved his biggest home runs for big-time opponents and teams with whom the White Sox don't get along.

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Michigan baseball player faceplants, but Wolverines close in on College World Series final

Michigan beat Florida State 2-0 on Monday.

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Looks like the Indians are going to win the World Series

Given everything else that has happened in sports recently, it's inevitable.

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Week 12 Fantasy Baseball Waiver Pickups: Yordan Alvarez, Pablo Lopez gaining traction

Looking for sleepers amid a stagnant free agent market? We've identified a number of promising waiver wire pickups you may be missing heading into Week 12 of the fantasy baseball season.

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Frauds or for real? Complicated Rangers grinding for respect in AL playoff race

At a turning point in the season, Texas is doing its best to remain relevant in a crowded wild card field.

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Dan Plesac supports umpire leniency in Rockies-Cubs beanball war

Plesac appeared on DAZN's "ChangeUp" to discuss the four plunkings between teams on Wednesday.

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Filmmaker Aviva Kempner discusses her documentary, 'The Spy Behind Home Plate'

Her film documents the life of Moe Berg, who was a U.S. spy and MLB catcher.

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MLB trade deadline: Red Sox, Giants among baseball’s most interesting potential dealmakers

An early look at the big moves that might be made over the next couple of months.

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Every pick from the MLB Draft

Here is the full round-by-round list of picks from the 2019 MLB Draft.

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Week 11 Fantasy Baseball Waiver Pickups: Check on Kyle Seager, rookie Zach Plesac, more free agent adds

Former fantasy baseball stars, like Jimmy Nelson and Kyle Seager, are returning from injury, and several prospects, like Zach Plesac and Jon Duplantier, are showing their stuff in the majors. Check out potential waiver wire pickups and free agent adds for Week 11.

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Dallas Keuchel brings veteran balance to young, but flawed, Braves roster

Atlanta reportedly agreed to sign the 31-year-old left-hander to a one-year contract that will pay him $13 million. He could be a meaningful addition to a team on the brink of something special.

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Charlie Morton is making 29 teams look foolish with predictable dominance for Rays

The right-hander is enjoying a career year on a bargain contract. A handful of organizations should have done more to sign him.

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Craig Kimbrel may be rusty at first, but he's instantly the Cubs' best relief pitcher

The right-hander's track record speaks for itself.

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What channel is Raptors vs. Warriors on today? Game 3 time, TV schedule for 2019 NBA Finals

Kawhi Leonard and Pascal Siakam look for an answer against Golden State at Oracle Arena.

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This is a golden age for MLB's rookie hitters — and the mediums promoting them

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and Eloy Jimenez are setting out extend the most fruitful stretch for first-year position players since the 1960s.

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Diamondbacks use arsenal to stockpile upside picks

Arizona had more picks than any other team on the first day of the 2019 MLB Draft, and it put those selections to good use.

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Brewers send down rookie Keston Hiura, deny move is related to service time implications

Travis Shaw returned from the IL, replacing Hiura on the MLB roster.

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Week 10 Fantasy Baseball Waiver Pickups: Buy-low free agent options include Avisail Garcia, Howie Kendrick

Finding the right midseason breakout guy is essential to maintaining fantasy momentum. We're here to help with some free agent/waiver wire pickup recommendations heading into Week 10.

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Tim Anderson carries 'forever beef' with Royals; KC focuses ire on umpires

Drama between the White Sox and Royals continued Wednesday night.

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2019 MLB Draft: Late-round steals of the 2000s offer glimpse into scouting process

There are many examples of MLB teams finding value in the middle or near the end of a draft.

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Avisail Garcia hits easiest home run of his career after Randal Grichuk misjudges ball

This inside-the-park home run did not require much effort from Garcia.

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2019 MLB Draft preview: Breaking down the weakest organizations in baseball

These teams are not expected to compete any time soon.

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Cody Bellinger is more than a hitter — he's an art form

The Dodgers' superstar showed his full worth Monday night in a win over the Mets.

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Oliver Perez stands on mound in socks, Francisco Lindor adjusts them with his bare hands

There were several odd moments in this sequence at Fenway Park.

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MLB Draft 2019 guide: Date, time, pick order, prospects, TV channel, live stream, mock drafts

Sporting News breaks down everything you need to know about the 2019 MLB Draft, including best players available and the order every team will pick.

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A's right-hander Chris Bassitt talks slow curveball, old-school style on 'Change Up'

Bassitt appeared on DAZN's MLB show to chat about his pitching approach.

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Week 9 Fantasy Baseball Waiver Pickups: Top prospects Cavan Biggio, Brendan Rodgers among possible adds

Looking for stolen bases? What about ERA help? We have options to improve your roster in those areas and more on the Week 9 fantasy baseball waiver wire.

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Eugenio Suarez nearly trampled during Milwaukee's running of the sausages

Block or charge?

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Gleyber Torres could break single-season record for home runs vs. one team

Lou Gehrig has held the record for 83 years.

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Braves pick Carter Stewart signs in Japan: What could his deal mean for baseball's future?

The move could end up giving more earning power to young players, who are bound to an arbitration system in the U.S.

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Justin Verlander has next in chase to 3,000 strikeouts

The Astros star should clear the mark by a considerable margin.

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Todd Frazier separated from Adam Eaton in Mets-Nationals skirmish

It was not immediately clear what led to the argument.

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This might be the best Kris Bryant we've ever seen

The infielder is posting career bests in multiple categories.

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Twins relief pitcher, video game streamer Trevor May gets a kick out of 'MLB The Show 19'

May tells DAZN's "ChangeUp" he has more than 100,000 followers on Twitch.

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Week 8 Fantasy Baseball Waiver Pickups: Top prospects Keston Hiura, Austin Riley lead potential free agents

Another wave of top prospects has been called up, with Keston Hiura, Austin Riley, and more ready to help your fantasy baseball team. Get ready for Week 8 with our top waiver wire pickups and free agent recommendations.

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Orioles set standard for embarrassing defense with failed rundown

This may have been the worst defensive play of the season.

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Brewers' infield benefits from Keston Hiura replacing Travis Shaw

Milwaukee needed to make a change to a struggling unit.

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Austin Riley not a stranger in Braves' clubhouse as he adds to young core

Riley is following in the footsteps of Ronald Acuna Jr. and other Atlanta youngsters in making a quick MLB impact.

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Noah Syndergaard blows by Nationals, gets back to basics

Syndergaard has now lasted at least eight innings in two of his past three starts.

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Chris Sale strikes out 31 combined in back-to-back starts, nears Kerry Wood's record

His 17 strikeouts against the Rockies were a career-high total.

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Diamondbacks' balanced roster fueling surprise run toward playoff contention

As Arizona's schedule eases up, it could continue its winning ways.

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Robbie Ray tells 'ChangeUp' that Diamondbacks have chance to win NL West

The left-hander feels good about Arizona amid its strong start.

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Week 7 Fantasy Baseball Waiver Pickups: Best free agent targets, sleeper adds

The Week 7 fantasy baseball waiver wire is not flashy, but there are worthwhile SPs and closers to target, as well as some power help for your offense. See all of worth free agent pickup suggestions.

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Josh Reddick pulls off second game-saving catch in MLB this week

He robbed Hunter Pence in the ninth inning to preserve the Astros' victory.

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Dee Gordon rips Yankees' J.A. Happ after hit by pitch forces exit: 'You can't throw that'

The Mariners infielder said he was "pissed off" and questioned Happ's fastball control.

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Jackie Bradley Jr. saves game by robbing home run two days after near-miss

Even by the Gold Glove winner's standards, this catch was special.

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Jose Ramirez needs more than one walk-off homer for Indians to stop dangerous Twins

His game-winning blast is a positive start, but he must be consistent for Cleveland to overtake Minnesota.

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Chris Sale finds his best stuff in a hopeless place, shuts down struggling Orioles

The Red Sox got the best version of Sale on Wednesday. The left-hander threw an immaculate inning and struck out 14.

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Mike Fiers' no-hitter will be forever linked to Ramon Laureano's outfield brilliance

The A's center fielder's sixth-inning catch kept the bid alive.

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Kris Bryant's quiet improvements amplified by walk-off home run

Bryant now has three long balls in his past three games.

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Nationals' frustrating season hits new low with two defining moments vs. Brewers

A strikeout looking by Washington's Anthony Rendon and a three-run double by Milwaukee's Lorenzo Cain extended the Nationals' free fall.

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Barcelona falls asleep on goal to cap historic Champions League comeback by Liverpool

Watch the goal by Divock Origi that sent Barcelona packing in the Champions League semifinal.

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Addison Russell's return should rekindle conversation on MLB domestic violence policy

After serving a 40-game suspension amid abuse allegations from his ex-wife, Russell is set to rejoin the Cubs. How can MLB curb future incidents of domestic violence?

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Orioles sting Red Sox, and the other coolest things in baseball last night

Baltimore continues to hurt Boston despite struggling against almost everyone else.

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Yankees can't afford to lose James Paxton given Luis Severino's absence

The result of Paxton's impending MRI has major implications for New York's regular-season success.

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How Kyle Hendricks' gem stacks up with the best complete games of the 2000s

Few in recent memory have pitched with the Cubs right-hander's efficiency.

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Week 6 Fantasy Baseball Waiver Pickups: Nick Senzel, Mike Soroka lead potential free agent adds

A host of top prospects, including Nick Senzel and Mike Soroka, headline the Week 6 fantasy baseball waiver wire, but there are some veteran pickups and potential closers who should also be on your free agent radar.

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Max Fried causes opponent to lose bat, and the other coolest things in baseball last night

Fried was nearly untouchable in his seven-inning gem. He has been a key member of Atlanta's rotation this season.

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Carlos Gonzalez's bat drop, and the other coolest things in baseball last night

The Indians haven't gotten much help beyond their core stars this year, so Gonzalez's home run against the Marlins was a welcome sight.

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Yankees' CC Sabathia becomes 17th pitcher in MLB history to strike out 3,000

Sabathia accomplished the historic feat against the Diamondbacks on Tuesday.

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Jesus Aguilar lifts Brewers, and the other coolest things in baseball last night

The Milwaukee first baseman finally hit his first home run of the season. Then he hit another one.

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Five coolest things from Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s MLB debut last night

From a warm first-at-bat reception to a ninth-inning double, the top prospect experienced a memorable night.

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Eloy Jimenez injury update: White Sox rookie helped off field after crashing into wall

The extent of the injury remains unclear.

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Week 5 Fantasy Baseball Waiver Pickups: Top free agent adds to target

Sporting News Fantasy offers up some free agent and waiver wire pickup suggestions heading into Week 5 of the fantasy baseball season.

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Zack Greinke hits first career triple, and the other coolest things in MLB last night

The Diamondbacks are 15-11. Their lone remaining star is a big reason why.

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From Nick Anderson to Trey Wingenter, meet MLB's latest wave of fearsome bullpen weapons

Behind some of the best heaters in the game, these rookies can wreak havoc on opposing lineups this year and beyond.

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Rhys Hoskins trolls Mets, and the other coolest things from last night

Hoskins took 34-plus seconds to round the bases following a ninth-inning home run.

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Zack Wheeler is electric against the Phillies, and the other coolest things from last night

Wheeler became the first player this season to hit a ball 100 mph and hit triple digits with a pitch in the same game.

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Jim Thome discusses his ahead-of-its-time plate approach on 'ChangeUp'

"The numbers back in that time were never really talked about," Thome said.

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Alex Gordon's unexpected turnaround, and the other coolest things from last night

Gordon hit his fifth home run of the season Monday, continuing his scorching start to the year.

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Alex Rodriguez still has the best start to a season in MLB history

Slow down, Christian Yelich and Cody Bellinger fans. A-Rod is still the king of April for what he did in 2007.

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Bryce Harper charges umpire after being ejected from dugout

He became the first Phillies player to be ejected since 2015.

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Week 4 Fantasy Baseball Waiver Pickups: Brandon Lowe, Franmil Reyes among players to monitor

Sporting News Fantasy breaks down emerging fantasy baseball sleepers who could be hot waiver wire pickups, including Brandon Lowe and Franmil Reyes, as we head into Week 4 of the season.

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Cody Bellinger is leveling up, and the other coolest things in MLB last night

Two long home runs and an impressive diving catch in right field headlined the action Thursday.

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Brett Gardner sinks Red Sox with grand slam, and the other coolest things from last night

From pitchers hitting home runs to squabbles over unwritten rules, it was an eventful afternoon and evening.

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Tim Anderson, Randal Grichuk clash on Twitter hours after White Sox infielder's ejection

Anderson celebrated a home run against the Royals a little too much, according to Grichuk.

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Ronald Acuna Jr. homers from one knee, and the other coolest things that happened in MLB last night

Elsewhere, Christian Yelich hit another home run and Collin McHugh reenacted "The Matrix" in avoiding a line drive headed right at him.

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Yelich, Puig, Astudillo: Ranking the five coolest things from Monday's MLB action

There were many notable moments in an action-packed set of games.

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Yasiel Puig seizes moment again with homer vs. LA — but can he keep it up?

Moments of brilliance are common for Puig. But he needs to be more consistent for the Reds to contend.

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White Sox slugger Eloy Jimenez demolishes first two career home runs vs. Yankees

The long balls left the park in deep center field.

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Ronald Acuna Jr., Ozzie Albies could give new generation of Braves fans taste of old-school magic

Atlanta has signed its brightest young stars to long-term deals. Now it hopes to stake a lasting place among MLB's elite teams.

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Red Sox field architect shares PTSD experiences in new book, hopes to inspire others

David Mellor's memoir, "One Base at a Time," will be released this June.

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Whit Merrifield breaks Royals' hitting streak record with two-out bunt single, passing George Brett

Merrifield was 0 for 3 before the seventh-inning breakthrough.

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Chris Davis contract: How much do Orioles owe struggling first baseman?

Baltimore is in a tough spot as Davis continues to regress at the plate.

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Billy Hamilton leaves Mariners dazed after scoring from second on fly ball

One of the fastest men in baseball continues to amaze.

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Reds' Joey Votto chooses kindness over anger after hit-by-pitch vs. Marlins

It initially looked as if Votto would charge Wei-Yin Chen. He had something else in mind.

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How Chris Davis' hitless record compares to streaks of futility in other sports

While the NBA and NFL have somewhat similar examples, nothing quite matches what we're seeing from Baltimore's first baseman.

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March Madness live bracket: Full schedule, scores, how to watch 2019 NCAA Tournament games

Keep track of all the 2019 NCAA Tournament action with Sporting News' live bracket, including scores, updates and a full TV schedule for every game and every round throughout March Madness.

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March Madness live 2019: How to watch, stream every NCAA Tournament game online

Whether you're on your computer, phone or gaming console, there are many ways to watch March Madness unfold.

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Craig Kimbrel will get his money soon as MLB clubs face pressure to improve

The Red Sox, Braves and Cubs are among the teams in need of bullpen help. Soon enough, a club will turn to Kimbrel.

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Virginia vs. Auburn: Tipoff time, TV channel, live stream, odds for 2019 Final Four game

Virginia has its sights set on a national title one season after losing to a 16-seed in the first round. It must first get past Auburn, which has already downed Kansas, UNC and Kentucky.

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Joe Maddon pulls Yu Darvish early before Cubs' bullpen falters again

Darvish left Thursday's game vs. the Braves having thrown 71 pitches.

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A.J. Hinch, Alex Cintron ejected from Astros game in unusual sequence

Hinch was also recently ejected from a spring training game.

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What if the Marlins' outfield sculpture was good?

Hear us out.

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Padres, with Manny Machado and new aura, hope to own San Diego's sports identity

The Padres enjoyed a first weekend filled with optimism.

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NASCAR results at Texas: Denny Hamlin claim victory at O'Reilly Auto Parts 500

Sporting News provided live lap-by-lap updates from Hamlin's tough O'Reilly Auto Parts 500 win. He was assessed a couple of penalties on pit road early in the race, but overcame those mistakes.

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March Madness schedule 2019: Elite 8 tipoff times, TV channels, live stream for NCAA Tournament

Here's everything to know about the 2019 NCAA Tournament's second weekend, including a schedule for how to watch Sweet 16 and Elite Eight games live on TV and stream online.

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March Madness live bracket 2019: Scores, TV schedule, how to watch Elite 8 games

Keep track of all the 2019 NCAA Tournament action with Sporting News' live bracket, including scores, highlights and a full TV schedule for every game from the Sweet 16 and Elite Eight.

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MLB reduces Facebook Live broadcasts, still plans six social-geared streams

The league has expanded into other multimedia areas in 2019, continuing to experiment with online platforms.

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Fernando Tatis Jr. makes Padres' faith look wise with strong debut

San Diego's phenom went 2-for-3 in his first MLB game.

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Fantasy Baseball Rankings Tiers, Draft Strategy: Catcher

A good catcher can help win you a fantasy baseball league, but there are hardly any sure-things at the position in 2019. We'll help you sort through the muck and devise a draft strategy as we break down our C rankings into tiers.

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March Madness 2019: Zion Williamson needs more help if Duke wants to win NCAA Tournament

Williamson's teammates have not shot well recently, and it almost cost the Blue Devils against UCF in the second round.

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Tacko Fall impacts Zion Williamson, but Duke wins tight March Madness battle

Zion did not dunk on Tacko Fall. But he still fouled out Fall with a clutch and-one to help Duke advance to the Sweet 16.

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Cal fires basketball coach Wyking Jones, could pursue Jason Kidd

The Golden Bears went 16-47 over the past two seasons.

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March Madness results: Scores, highlights from Friday’s Round 1 NCAA Tournament games

Sporting News tracked all the action from Day 2 of the 2019 NCAA Tournament. Take a look at all the latest March Madness scores and highlights with our updates from Friday's games.

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March Madness 2019: Ja Morant dunks all over Marquette in Murray State's upset win

His second-half slam was part of a 22-7 run for the Racers.

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Bruce Pearl goes berserk as Auburn nearly blows big lead vs. New Mexico State

The animated Auburn coach delivered some memorable reactions in the most dramatic game of the NCAA Tournament so far.

Dan Bernstein

N.J. ref who forced high school wrestler to cut dreadlocks alleges emotional distress, could file lawsuit

Alan Maloney claims he suffered $100,000 in damages.

Dan Bernstein

Kings blow 28-point lead vs. Nets, continue march toward tough summer

Harrison Barnes needs to make an impact for the ascending team to take the next step in the 2019-20 season.

Dan Bernstein

Need a March Madness upset pick? Oregon, Saint Louis look like NCAA bracket busters

The Ducks and Billikens withstood midseason adversity to find their best selves late in the season. They're rounding into defensive form at the right time for an NCAA Tournament run.

Dan Bernstein

NASCAR at California results: Kyle Busch earns 200th career national series win in Auto Club 400

Busch won every stage and cruised to victory in a convincing performance in Fontana, Calif.

Dan Bernstein

Duke vs. UNC results: Blue Devils edge Tar Heels behind Zion Williamson's huge game

Zion Williamson finished with 31 points, including the go-ahead basket, and 11 rebounds. The Blue Devils move on to the championship game vs. Florida State.

Dan Bernstein

NCAA's role in protecting student-athletes could be clouded by legal liability, among other factors

The NCAA faces several factors as it considers at least two proposals aimed at improving health and safety standards in college sports.

Dan Bernstein

Fantasy Baseball Updates: Craig Kimbrel, Dallas Keuchel, Clayton Kershaw, more impacting rankings, drafts

Who will sign Craig Kimbrel and Dallas Keuchel? When will Clayton Kershaw be ready and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. get called up? Get the latest updates for your rankings and cheat sheet before your fantasy baseball draft.

Dan Bernstein

DeMarcus Cousins reminds us of his potential in vintage performance vs. Rockets

The Golden State big man has been criticized in recent weeks, but he led the Warriors to an important victory over Houston.

Dan Bernstein

WCC Tournament bracket 2019: TV schedule, scores, how to live stream games

For the West Coast Conference to get a second NCAA Tournament bid, it will likely need a team other than Gonzaga to win the conference tournament.

Dan Bernstein

NASCAR results at Phoenix: Highlights from Kyle Busch's TicketGuardian 500 win

Busch earned career win No. 199 with a dominant display in the desert.

Dan Bernstein

Jimmer Fredette leads 2K19's special March Madness card release

We take a look at the best available MyTeam players from the "Madness" packs.

Dan Bernstein

Fantasy Baseball Rankings Tiers, Draft Strategy: Relief Pitcher

Closer is one of the toughest positions to draft in fantasy baseball, so we're here to help your draft strategy by breaking down our RP rankings into tiers.

Dan Bernstein

Lakers vs. Clippers: Time, TV channel, how to watch battle for LA

LeBron James and the Lakers desperately need a win to keep their playoff hopes afloat.

Dan Bernstein

Fantasy Baseball Busts: 2019 All-Overrated Team

Call them busts, overrated, or bad picks -- call them whatever you want, but if you draft too many, you won't be calling yourself "fantasy baseball champion". Make note of these potentially overrated players in your rankings and on your cheat sheet.

Dan Bernstein

Fantasy Baseball Sleepers: 2019 All-Breakout Team picks

Which players are ready to emerge as upper-tier fantasy baseball options in 2019? We go deeper into the rankings and highlight some potential draft-day values, steals, and sleepers to circle on your cheat sheets.

Dan Bernstein

Gregg Popovich has masterfully kept Spurs in playoff position

San Antonio moved into a tie for seventh in the West with a victory over Oklahoma City on Saturday.

Dan Bernstein

Bryce Harper's move to Phillies makes him rare MLB star to join rival in prime

Alex Rodriguez, Wade Boggs and Babe Ruth followed the same path — either via trade or free agency.

Dan Bernstein

Stalling Celtics have made many changes but minimal progress

At a time it was expected to ascend, Boston is struggling in a much-improved Eastern Conference.

Dan Bernstein

Tiger Woods' results: Score, highlights from Round 4 at WGC-Mexico Championship

Tiger Woods struggled to putt in the final round of the MGC-Mexico Championship. Sporting News tracked live scoring updates and highlights from the afternoon.

Dan Bernstein

Ole Miss basketball players kneel during national anthem amid pro-Confederate march

The gesture took place as a pro-Confederate rally swept through the Oxford campus.

Dan Bernstein

James Harden, Chris Paul blast ref Scott Foster after Rockets lose to Lakers: 'For sure it's personal'

James Harden and Chris Paul fouled out as Houston fell apart late in Los Angeles. Afterward, both Houston stars had harsh words for one of the game officials.

Dan Bernstein

Nike 'concerned' after Duke's Zion Williamson rips through shoe, injures knee

“We are obviously concerned and want to wish Zion a speedy recovery," the company said in a statement to SN.

Dan Bernstein

UNC vs. Duke results: Zion Williamson suffers injury, Tar Heels rout Blue Devils

No. 8 North Carolina bested No. 1 Duke after the projected No. 1 overall NBA Draft pick left the game in the first minute. SN provided live updates of the contest in Durham.

Dan Bernstein

Kentucky vs. Auburn: Time, TV channel, how to watch SEC showdown

The last time these teams played, the game went down to the final possession.

Dan Bernstein

Lakers vs. Rockets: Time, TV channel, how to watch live

Los Angeles and Houston face off hoping to jumpstart post-All-Star break runs with a win at Staples Center.

Dan Bernstein

Padres optimism has flopped before, but signing Manny Machado could signal new era

When San Diego overhauled its roster in 2015, it didn't work out. This attempt to be improve could bring more rewarding results.

Dan Bernstein

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