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Islam Makhachev, Mackenzie Dern aim to defend titles at UFC 330

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 00:19:03 GMT

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Saturday night's UFC 330 event has reached a fever pitch in the welterweight division, as newly minted champion Islam Makhachev defends his crown against surging contender Ian Machado Garry in the night's headliner at Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia.

The event marks the UFC's first Philadelphia event in seven years, and the promotion's last numbered event in t

NBA releases 2026-27 regular-season schedule

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 21:55:14 GMT

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The NBA released its 2026-27 regular-season schedule Thursday, confirming dates for a Finals rematch on Christmas Day and a series of homecomings involving some of the biggest names to change teams this offseason.

The defending champion New York Knicks will host the San Antonio Spurs on Dec. 25 in their first meeting since New York won last season's NBA Finals. The t

Twins reinstate OF Byron Buxton from 10-day IL

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 18:40:29 GMT

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The Minnesota Twins reinstated All-Star center fielder Byron Buxton from the 10-day injured list on Thursday.

He was designated as the 27th man for Thursday night's MLB at Field of Dreams game against the Philadelphia Phillies in Dyersville, Iowa.Buxton, who was placed on the IL on July 29 with right hip impingement, is batting .263 with 25 home runs and 45 RBIs

Pirates turn to Braxton Ashcraft in quest to salvage finale vs. Marlins

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 11:40:28 GMT

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Pittsburgh's Braxton Ashcraft and Miami's Tyler Phillips have some things in common.

Both of them are right-handed starting pitchers who have spent loads of time as relievers.

On Thursday afternoon, they will be starters when Ashcraft (11-5, 4.08 ERA) and the Pirates visit Phillips (3-5, 3.47) and the Marlins to conclude a three-game series.

Ashcraft, 26,

MLB roundup: Alex Bregman blasts 3 homers as Cubs crush Nationals

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 07:25:05 GMT

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Alex Bregman slammed three homers and drove in seven runs, both career highs, leading the visiting Chicago Cubs to a 12-6 win against the Washington Nationals on Wednesday.

Dansby Swanson homered, doubled and scored three times in the No. 9 spot for the Cubs, who have won eight of their past nine games. Seiya Suzuki had two hits, two RBIs and two runs, and Pedro Rami

Reports: Steelers, veteran LB Elandon Roberts reunite on 1-year deal

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:19:08 GMT

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The Pittsburgh Steelers are turning to a familiar face to beef up their linebacking corps.

According to multiple reports, the team on Wednesday agreed to a one-year deal with Elandon Roberts, setting up a pair of reunions.

The 32-year-old veteran returns to the team he played for in the 2023 and '24 seasons, when he became a fan favorite as a hard-nosed ru

Griffin Conine homers again as Marlins extend Pirates' slump

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 01:55:12 GMT

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Griffin Conine homered for the 10th time in his past 28 games to lead the host Miami Marlins to their fourth straight win, an 8-2 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates on Wednesday night.

Pittsburgh is just 1-7 since the Aug. 3 trade deadline passed.

Miami's Heriberto Hernandez also homered, giving him a team-high 17 this year. He went deep against former teammat

Twins, Phillies clash in latest Field of Dreams matchup

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 00:05:12 GMT

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The Minnesota Twins and Philadelphia Phillies are heading in opposite directions as they prepare to play in the third edition of the MLB Field of Dreams game on Thursday in Dyersville, Iowa.

The Twins, who will serve as the home team, have won four of their last seven contests overall. The Phillies, in turn, have lost

Rockies outduel Diamondbacks for series clincher on road

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 23:19:09 GMT

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Brett Sullivan and Zac Veen homered, Ryan Feltner recorded his first road victory this season, and the Colorado Rockies held on to beat the Arizona Diamondbacks 6-4 on Wednesday in Phoenix to take the deciding game of a three-game series.Sullivan hit a three-run homer high off the right field foul pole against Merrill Kelly (8-10) to cap a four-run second and Veen belte

Cardinals roll to easy win over Phillies

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 21:19:02 GMT

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St. Louis Cardinals rookie Cesar Prieto delivered a key hit to break a season-long drought and spark a tie-breaking rally Wednesday afternoon in a 7-1 victory against the Philadelphia Phillies.

Alec Burleson drove in three runs, including a two-run double in a four-run fifth inning for the Cardinals, who won for the seventh time in 10 games and moved within 2 1/2 game

Blue Jays claim RHP Paul Sewald off waivers from D-backs

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 19:25:14 GMT

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The Toronto Blue Jays claimed right-handed reliever Paul Sewald off waivers from the Arizona Diamondbacks on Wednesday.

In order to add Sewald to the 40-man roster, the Blue Jays recalled right-hander Jake Bloss and placed him on the 60-day injured list.

Sewald, 36, had 24 saves for the Diamondbacks this season, but the number came with a price. He also had a

Nationals DFA Miles Mikolas, add LHP Jackson Kent

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 19:19:03 GMT

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Coming off his best outing in a month's time, veteran right-hander Miles Mikolas was designated for assignment by the Washington Nationals on Wednesday.

In a corresponding move, the Nationals selected the contract of left-hander Jackson Kent from Triple-A Rochester. Kent, who ranks the No. 8 Nationals prospect in MLB Pipeline's rankings, is slated to start in his maj

Mets coming off loss to Braves but still 'enjoying the moment' on road trip

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 15:05:19 GMT

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The New York Mets will look to finish their nine-game road trip on a high note Wednesday night when they try to win the rubber game of their three-game series against the Atlanta Braves.

New York is 6-2 on its three-city trip thanks to some big offensive numbers. The Mets have 50 runs in the six wins, twice scoring in double digits. But both of their losses have been

Blue Jays bid to secure series win vs. reeling Red Sox

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 14:55:16 GMT

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The Toronto Blue Jays will be out to clinch their four-game series with the visiting Boston Red Sox on Wednesday night.

The Blue Jays have won the opening two games of the series, following up a 2-1 decision on Monday with a 5-3 victory on Tuesday.

Toronto, which leads the season series 8-3, has won nine of its last 13 games overall.

Boston has lost four

Fresh off shutout loss, Pirates look for power vs. Marlins

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 14:25:21 GMT

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The Pittsburgh Pirates believe they have a shot at a wild-card playoff berth despite losing 11 of their past 14 games.

'I don't think anyone needs to be Superman,' Pirates outfielder Jake Mangum said. 'I just think we need to play better collectively.'

Despite their recent struggles, there's no denying that the Pirates who take the field Wednesday night in Miami

Coming off shutout loss, Pirates eager to display power vs. Marlins

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 14:25:14 GMT

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The Pittsburgh Pirates believe they have a shot at a wild-card playoff berth despite losing 11 of their last 14 games.

'I don't think anyone needs to be Superman,' Pirates outfielder Jake Mangum said. 'I just think we need to play better collectively.'

Despite their recent struggles, there's no denying that the Pirates are vastly improved from the club that fini

Cowboys ($15.5B) once again top NFL team valuations

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 14:19:03 GMT

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The Dallas Cowboys remain the NFL's most valuable franchise at $15.5 billion, according to Sportico's annual valuation list released Wednesday.

The number represents a 21% increase from last year.

While profitable off the field, Jerry Jones' Cowboys haven't won a Super Bowl since Jan. 28, 1996.

The Los Angeles Rams ($12.7 billion) and New York Giants ($12 b

Padres, on a postseason quest, battle MLB-best Brewers

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 12:55:09 GMT

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The highlight of Luis Rengifo's 57-game stay with the Milwaukee Brewers was a three-RBI day on May 14 in a 7-1 drilling of the San Diego Padres.

Designated for assignment by Milwaukee in June, Rengifo exacted his revenge Tuesday night for host San Diego. His second-inning grand slam sparked the Padres to an 11-2 rout of the Brewers.

Rengifo and his new team wil

D-backs' Merrill Kelly strives to continue mastery of Rockies

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 12:25:10 GMT

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Arizona Diamondbacks right-hander Merrill Kelly was forced to leave his last start with a right hamstring cramp, but it would take more than that to break a date with the Colorado Rockies.

Kelly (8-9, 4.88 ERA) has been dominant against Colorado for five years as he enters a Wednesday afternoon start in Phoenix against right-hander Ryan Feltner (4-6, 5.71). The teams h

Cardinals chase series win vs. Zack Wheeler, Phillies

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 12:05:18 GMT

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St. Louis Cardinals right-hander Ryne Stanek noticed a change in his team since the trade deadline earlier this month.

And not just from a shuffling of personnel, with the Cardinals trading away right-hander Dustin May for prospects.

Among those who remain, Stanek said the attitude is different.

'I feel it,' Stanek said. 'You see the guys playing looser, t

State murder trial for Luigi Mangione set for September 8 with anonymous jury

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 11:01:17 GMT

New York [US], August 12 (ANI): The state murder trial for Luigi Mangione in the fatal shooting of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson will officially proceed with jury selection on September 8.

According to CNN, the decision was confirmed Tuesday (local time) by New York State Supreme Court Justice Gregory Carro during what is expected to be the final pretrial proceeding.

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Kyle Karros' game-tying homer helps Rockies edge Diamondbacks

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 05:19:15 GMT

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Kyle Karros hit a game-tying homer before leaving with an injury, Tomoyuki Sugano pitched six strong innings, and the Colorado Rockies beat the Arizona Diamondbacks 3-2 on Tuesday in Phoenix to even the three-game series.

Hunter Goodman tripled to lead off the seventh off Kevin Ginkel (5-4) and scored on Mickey Moniak's one-out sacrifice fly to break a tie and give S

Luis Rengifo's slam sends Padres to blowout of Brewers

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 05:19:09 GMT

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Luis Rengifo launched the first grand slam of his career and Fernando Tatis Jr. moved into second place on San Diego's career home run list as the Padres administered an 11-2 pounding to the visiting Milwaukee Brewers on Tuesday.

Luis Campusano also cracked a homer for San Diego, which won its fourth straight game and tied the Philadelphia Phillies and the Arizona Di

Masyn Winn provides winning hit as Cardinals edge Phillies

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 03:05:08 GMT

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Masyn Winn broke a scoreless tie in the seventh with a two-out RBI single, Everson Pereira added a solo home run, and right-hander Ryne Stanek pitched out of a bases-loaded, nobody-out jam in the eighth inning for the St. Louis Cardinals in a 2-0 victory against the Philadelphia Phillies on Tuesday night.

The Cardinals closed within 3 1/2 games of the Phillies in the

Eury Perez outduels Paul Skenes as Marlins blank Pirates 2-0

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 01:19:08 GMT

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Eury Perez pitched seven scoreless innings, winning a battle between a pair of elite, young right-handers as the host Miami Marlins defeated the Pittsburgh Pirates 2-0 on Tuesday.

Perez (6-9) struck out seven batters and did not allow a runner past first base. He allowed just three hits and two walks, lowering his ERA to 3.39. Perez, 23, has a 1.94 ERA over his past 1

Jays put RHP Jameson Taillon (forearm) on 15-day IL

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 20:55:13 GMT

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After just two starts with the Toronto Blue Jays following a trade deadline deal, veteran right-hander Jameson Taillon was placed on the 15-day injured list with right forearm tendinitis on Tuesday.

In a corresponding move, Toronto recalled right-hander Chase Lee from Triple-A Buffalo.

Taillon, 34, exited Monday's home start against the Boston Red Sox with a

Marlins 1B/OF Kyle Stowers (hamstring) on 10-day IL

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 20:05:11 GMT

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After beginning the season on the 10-day injured list with a right hamstring strain, Miami Marlins first baseman/outfielder Kyle Stowers is back on the 10-day IL with a left hamstring strain.

Stowers, 28, a first-time All-Star last season, was placed on the IL on Tuesday, retroactive to Monday, while third baseman Graham Pauley recalled from Triple-A Jacksonville in

Matt LaFleur: Packers RB Josh Jacobs out 'at least this week'

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 17:19:03 GMT

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Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs remains sidelined with a groin injury and won't be a full participant in training camp workouts any time soon.

Head coach Matt LaFleur gave a general timeline of 'at least this week' when asked how long Jacobs could be limited. He participated in a training group on a side field on Tuesday.

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Colts GM: WR Alec Pierce (ankle) on target for Week 1

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 16:55:12 GMT

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Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Alec Pierce has not been activated from the physically unable to perform list but his recovery from offseason foot surgery is on track, according to general manager Chris Ballard.

Ahead of joint workouts with the Patriots in advance of the preseason opener Thursday night in Foxboro, Ballard also clarified the nature of Pierce's March

LeBron James, 76ers visit Knicks as part of NBA opening slate

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 13:40:25 GMT

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The New York Knicks will tip off the 2026-27 in style, raising their championship banner on Oct. 20 ahead of their home game against LeBron James and the new-look Philadelphia 76ers.

The star-studded affair that also includes Philadelphia's Jaylen Brown and New York's Jalen Brunson at Madison Square Garden is the middle game of three contests on the opening day o

Jackson Merrill, Padres strive to keep surging in clash vs. Brewers

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 13:05:07 GMT

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San Diego Padres manager Craig Stammen was talking about the response of pitcher Casey Mize to allowing a two-run homer Monday night to Milwaukee Brewers designated hitter Christian Yelich.

'It's not always what happens to you,' Stammen said. 'It's what happens to you after that.'

Stammen also could have been talking about how his team performed for the remaind

Phils' bullpen in better shape to back up Cristopher Sanchez vs. Cards

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:05:09 GMT

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A winning effort by three pitchers helped rest a tired bullpen, but the visiting Philadelphia Phillies still could use a lengthy outing from left-hander Cristopher Sanchez when they face the St. Louis Cardinals on Tuesday.

Rookie right-hander Andrew Painter, middle man Alan Rangel and closer-for-a-day Jonathan Bowlan combined to throw every pitch for the Phillies

Behind Nolan Arenado's grand slam, D-backs demolish Rockies

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 04:55:14 GMT

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Nolan Arenado hit a first-inning grand slam, Zack Littell won his Arizona debut, and the Diamondbacks blanked the Colorado Rockies 9-0 in Phoenix on Monday.

Littell (8-8) gave up two hits in 4 2/3 scoreless innings after replacing starter Michael Soroka. Littell, who signed earlier Monday after being released by the Washington Nationals on Friday, struck out two

MLB roundup: Brett Baty bashes grand slam as Mets down Braves

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 04:19:05 GMT

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Brett Baty's first-inning grand slam set the pace and the visiting New York Mets held on to beat the Atlanta Braves 8-5 on Monday in the opener of a three-game series.

The Mets ended Atlanta's nine-game home-field winning streak and improved their record against the Braves to 7-4. New York has won six out of seven on its nine-game road trip.

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Edmundo Sosa's 3 RBIs help Phillies edge Cardinals

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 03:40:29 GMT

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Edmundo Sosa had two hits and drove in three runs against his old team, and the Philadelphia Phillies overcame a tired bullpen to hang on for a 6-5 victory against the host St. Louis Cardinals on Monday night.

Phillies leadoff man Kyle Schwarber reached base four times and drove in a key run, and rookie right-hander Andrew Painter pitched effectively into the sixth in

D-backs DFA former closer Paul Sewald, add Zack Littell

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 01:55:14 GMT

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In what their manager called 'a brutal decision,' the Arizona Diamondbacks designated veteran right-handed reliever Paul Sewald for assignment after his recent funk on Monday.

Sewald has 24 saves but was recently demoted from the closer's role after failing to convert an opportunity against the Pittsburgh Pirates on July 28. It was his third blown save of the season

Ian Happ, Cubs rolling as they visit Nationals

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 22:40:28 GMT

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Chicago's Ian Happ looks to continue his rebound at the plate when the Cubs open a three-game series on Tuesday at the Washington Nationals.

Chicago, winners of six of seven, has a firm grip on the top NL wild-card spot. On Sunday, the Cubs beat the Kansas City Royals 10-2 to complete a stretch of 17 consecutive games without a day off with a 12-5 record.

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Reports: D-backs will DFA Paul Sewald, add Zack Littell

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 21:19:08 GMT

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The Arizona Diamondbacks are designating veteran right-handed reliever Paul Sewald for assignment after his recent funk, multiple outlets reported Monday afternoon.

Sewald has 24 saves but was recently demoted from the closer's role after failing to convert an opportunity against the Pittsburgh Pirates on July 28. It was his third blown save of the season and second

Report: Ben Simmons healthy, eyeing NBA comeback

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 14:40:33 GMT

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Former No. 1 overall draft pick Ben Simmons is practicing with 'zero restrictions' and eyeing an NBA comeback, ESPN Andscape reported late Sunday.

Simmons, who turned 30 last month, reportedly is participating in a player-led private minicamp with the Australian men's basketball team in Melbourne.

The three-time All-Star point guard sat out the 2025-26 NBA

Michael Soroka draws Rockies as he returns to D-backs' rotation

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 06:19:03 GMT

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Arizona right-hander Michael Soroka is scheduled to return to the starting rotation when the Diamondbacks face the Colorado Rockies in the first contest of a three-game series in Phoenix on Monday.

Soroka (8-3, 3.07 ERA) appeared to have broken through his injury-vexing past and was one of the keys to the Diamondbacks' early succe

Padres, in thick of NL wild-card race, face challenge in MLB-best Brewers

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 06:05:12 GMT

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Though the trading deadline passed on Aug. 3, the San Diego Padres aren't done making moves.

The latest acquisition paid immediate dividends Sunday night when newly signed outfielder Austin Hays homered in his first at-bat for San Diego to put the finishing touches on a 7-2 home win over Houston in the rubber game of the teams' weekend series.

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Phillies look to ride momentum of Derek Hill's winner into St. Louis

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 04:40:27 GMT

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After spending much of the day stranding runners on base, Derek Hill delivered in the most clutch of spots to give Philadelphia a huge win over Toronto on Sunday afternoon.

As the Phillies now hit the road to face the St. Louis Cardinals on Monday, Hill's hoping for more at-bats like his final one, rather than his first three against the Blue Jays.

'Happy fli

MLB roundup: Phillies walk off Blue Jays in 12 to avoid sweep

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 03:19:03 GMT

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Derek Hill hit a walk-off RBI single to help the Philadelphia Phillies defeat the visiting Toronto Blue Jays 7-6 in 12 innings Sunday, avoiding a three-game sweep.

Kyle Schwarber hit two homers for the Phillies to give him 35 on the season after he was homerless in the prior 17 games.

Philadelphia blew a 5-2 lead by allowing three runs in the eighth to preven

JJ Wetherholt breaks tie, powers Cardinals past Rockies

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 01:55:07 GMT

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Rookie JJ Wetherholt lined a tiebreaking two-run double with two outs in the bottom of the eighth inning Sunday afternoon, keying the St. Louis Cardinals to a 7-4 victory against the visiting Colorado Rockies.

Wetherholt finished 2-for-3 with two walks and two runs for the Cardinals, who won for the fifth time in seven games to pull back to .500 overall.

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Eduardo Rodriguez fans 9 as D-backs take season series from Dodgers

Sun, 09 Aug 2026 23:19:08 GMT

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Ketel Marte homered, Eduardo Rodriguez struck out a season-high nine, and the Arizona Diamondbacks beat the Los Angeles Dodgers 4-2 to clinch the season series Sunday in Phoenix.

Rodriguez (11-4) threw a season-high 115 pitches, two short of a career high, while giving up two runs in seven innings. He allowed seven hits and walked two in his eighth quality start

JJ Wetherholt breaks the tie, powers Cardinals past Rockies

Sun, 09 Aug 2026 21:55:28 GMT

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Wetherholt finished 2-for-3 with two walks and two runs for the Cardinals, who won for the fifth time in seven games to pull back to .500 overall.

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Kyle Schwarber (2 HRs), Phillies rally past Jays in 12

Sun, 09 Aug 2026 21:55:12 GMT

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Derek Hill hit a walk-off RBI single in the 12th inning Sunday afternoon and the Philadelphia Phillies defeated the visiting Toronto Blue Jays 7-6 to avoid a three-game sweep.

Kyle Schwarber hit two homers for the Phillies, belting a three-run blast and a solo shot.

Toronto tied the game at 5 with a three-run eighth and took a 6-5 lead in the 12th. Caleb Kili

Blazing bats of Bo Bichette, Luis Robert Jr. lead Mets rout of Pirates

Sun, 09 Aug 2026 20:55:19 GMT

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Bo Bichette had five hits and three RBIs and Sean Manaea struck out 11 over seven innings to lead the New York Mets to a 11-1 win and a series victory over the host Pittsburgh Pirates on Sunday afternoon.

Leading 5-1 in the top of the fourth, Bichette's bases-clearing double off Pirates starter Jared Jones (2-4) broke the game open and lifted the Mets to their f

Resurgent Jackson Merrill looks to lead Padres vs. Astros

Sun, 09 Aug 2026 13:40:22 GMT

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For San Diego Padres fans, Jackson Merrill at-bats prior to the All-Star break took on a sad sameness. Opposing pitchers would get ahead in the count, then get him to chase a high fastball or an off-speed pitch in the dirt for another strikeout.

Since the All-Star break, Merrill has looked like the franchise player everyone expects him to be. His third-inning homer o

Shane Bieber, improving Jays go for road sweep of Phillies

Sun, 09 Aug 2026 07:40:35 GMT

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The Toronto Blue Jays haven't been shy about working overtime.

Fresh off venturing into extra innings for the third time in four games, the visiting Blue Jays -- who have won seven of their last 10 games -- will bid to secure a three-game series sweep on Sunday afternoon when they face the Philadelphia Phillies.

Toronto escaped Houston with a 5-4 victory in 1

Offense finally flowing for Pirates, who look for more vs. Mets

Sun, 09 Aug 2026 07:40:28 GMT

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The Pittsburgh Pirates desperately needed Saturday's offensive outburst, which helped snap a four-game losing streak.

The Pirates will next try to string victories together for the first time in two weeks when they host the New York Mets in the rubber match of a three-game series on Sunday afternoon.

Pittsburgh scored more than four runs for the first time

Out to avoid sweep by Nats, Reds hand ball to Brady Singer

Sun, 09 Aug 2026 06:55:14 GMT

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The Washington Nationals will go for a sweep of the visiting Cincinnati Reds when they complete their three-game series on Sunday.

After a disastrous 1-7 road trip to Atlanta and Philadelphia, Washington returned home and has taken two from Cincinnati, moving ahead of the Reds in the National League wild-card race in the process.

'We couldn't wait to get home,

MLB roundup: Rockies' Jake McCarthy joins Shohei Ohtani in select club

Sun, 09 Aug 2026 05:40:25 GMT

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Jake McCarthy went 4-for-5 with two home runs, three RBIs and four runs to help the visiting Colorado Rockies break a four-game losing streak Saturday with an 8-5 victory against the St. Louis Cardinals on Saturday night.

McCarthy is only the second player in the live-ball era (since 1920) to fill a box score with at least four runs, four hits, three RBIs, two homers

MLB roundup: Rockies' Jake McCarthy joins Shohei Ohtani in elite club

Sun, 09 Aug 2026 04:55:08 GMT

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McCarthy is only the second player in the live-ball era (since 1920) to fill a box score with at least four runs, four hits, three RBIs, two homers

Quillan Salkilld gets another first-round win at UFC Fight Night

Sun, 09 Aug 2026 03:55:11 GMT

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The moment wasn't too big for Quillan Salkilld.

Making his main-event debut, the Australian's run of first-round finishes continued Saturday night as he defeated veteran Mateusz Gamrot with a rear-naked choke at 4:25 of the first round of their non-title lightweight bout at UFC Fight Night at the Meta APEX in Las Vegas.

Salkilld (13-1 MMA) survived a Gam

Nathan Lukes rips game-winning HR as Jays edge Phillies in 11

Sun, 09 Aug 2026 03:25:10 GMT

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Nathan Lukes belted a two-run homer in the 11th inning to fuel the visiting Toronto Blue Jays to a 7-5 victory over the Philadelphia Phillies on Saturday.

Chase Shugart (2-1) retired the first two batters in the 11th before Lukes deposited a 3-2 sweeper over the wall in right-center field. Lukes' homer was his sixth of the season and first since July 12.

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Nathan Lukes belts game-winning homer as Blue Jays edge Phillies

Sun, 09 Aug 2026 02:40:24 GMT

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Nathan Lukes belted a two-run homer in the 11th inning to fuel the visiting Toronto Blue Jays to a 7-5 victory over the Philadelphia Phillies on Saturday.

Chase Shugart (2-1) retired the first two batters in the 11th inning before Lukes deposited a 3-2 sweeper over the wall in right-center field. Lukes' homer was his sixth of the season and first since July 12.

Padres hold off Astros, now 1 game out of wild-card spot

Sun, 09 Aug 2026 02:25:08 GMT

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Jackson Merrill homered and knocked in two runs while Michael King sailed through six innings of one-run ball as the San Diego Padres edged the visiting Houston Astros 3-2 on Saturday night.

Merrill snapped a 1-1 tie in the bottom of the third inning when he launched his 17th homer of the season off Houston starter Peter Lambert's 3-2 fastball. The ball traveled an e

Bubba Chandler, Pirates dominate Mets in shutout

Sun, 09 Aug 2026 01:40:20 GMT

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Bubba Chandler tossed six scoreless innings and the host Pirates' bats came alive as Pittsburgh blanked the New York Mets 9-0 on Saturday night.

Jake Mangum had three hits, including a pair of doubles, and Nick Gonzales drove in three runs to lead the Pirates, who snapped a four-game losing streak and the Mets' four-game winning streak.

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PA civil rights complaint alleges school closures harm Black students

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 01:05:16 GMT

Pittsburgh Public Schools are facing a civil rights complaint alleging district school closures 3.4 million people live in Pennsylvania's 48 rural counties and residents often rely on fewer hospitals and medical practices.

Dr. Lorraine Rosamilia, a d

PA's statewide health tour educates public on free preventive services

Sun, 09 Aug 2026 23:08:36 GMT

By Anna Gustafson for the Pennsylvania Independent.

Broadcast version by Danielle Smith for Keystone State News Connection reporting for the Pennsylvania Independent-Public

Harmon receives Joe Greene Great Performance Award

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 00:46:24 GMT

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Steelers defensive tackle Derrick Harmon was presented with the Joe Greene Great Performance Award at halftime of Thursday night's preseason game against the Green Bay Packers at Acrisure Stadium.
The Joe Greene Great Performance Award was established in 1984 and named after the legendary Hall of Famer and presented each year to the Steelers' top rookie.
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Packers lead Steelers 3-0 after first quarter

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 23:40:52 GMT

Trey Smack drills a 37-yard field goal to put Green Bay up early
Wes Hodkiewicz
PITTSBURGH Rookie Trey Smack made a 37-yard field goal to give the Packers a 3-0 lead over the Steelers after the first quarter of Thursday's preseason opener.
Packers quarterback Jordan Love led the 10-play, 46-yard scoring drive on his only series of the evening.
Packers lead Steelers 3-0 after first qua

Steelers lead Packers 7-6 at halftime

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 23:40:52 GMT

Lew Nichols' 1-yard touchdown run puts Pittsburgh up at the break
Wes Hodkiewicz
PITTSBURGH Trey Smack nailed a 58-yard field goal as time expired in the first half to cut the Steelers' lead to 7-6 over Green Bay at halftime.
Packers lead Steelers 3-0 after first quarter
Green Bay won the opening coin toss and elected to receive. After a touchback placed the ball at the Pack

Hall of Honor Museum Display features 2026 NFL Draft

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 21:45:11 GMT

Teresa Varley
The Hall of Honor Museum is a celebration of all things Steelers, and this year the museum is undertaking a new display to commemorate one of the biggest sporting events in Pittsburgh the 2026 NFL Draft.
As part of the Museum's changing exhibit, highlights from the 2026 NFL Draft, which was held outside of Acrisure Stadium on the North Shore and in Point State Park, brought in local, national

How to watch, stream, and listen | Eagles at Ravens

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 19:00:00 GMT

See how to watch and listen to the Eagles preseason opener against the Baltimore Ravens on Saturday, August 15th at 7:00 PM.
PhiladelphiaEagles.com
The Eagles kick off their preseason slate away at M&T Bank Stadium against the Baltimore Ravens on Saturday, August 15th at 7:00 PM.
Televisionand streaming
Fans inside the Philadelphia area will be able to watch the gameby tuning intoNBC10.R

Luke Combs Extends Record-Breaking "My Kinda Saturday Night Tour"

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 13:03:09 GMT

2027 Stadium Dates On-Sale Next Friday, August 21
Chiefs Public Relations
KANSAS CITY, Mo.Global superstar Luke Combs will continue his historic " My Kinda Saturday Night Tour" next year with newly confirmed stops at Arlington's AT&T Stadium, Minneapolis' U.S. Bank Stadium, Detroit's Ford Field, Philadelphia's Lincoln Financial Field, Foxborough's Gillette Stadium, Denver's Empower Fi

3 observations from Raiders Open Practice

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 21:37:08 GMT

Bucky Brooks
The Raiders held an open practice session in front of their fans at Allegiant Stadium on Tuesday. After taking in practice firsthand, NFL Media's Bucky Brooks highlighted three things that stood out from the night.
It is about players, not plays
For all the offensive wizardry that has captivated observers watching Kubiak direct an offense, the first-time head coach has be

Raiders Mailbag: Who to keep an eye on in preseason opener

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 18:32:00 GMT

Levi Edwards
Zach Mcmillen from Ohio asks:
"How much playing time is Mendoza going to have first preseason?"
In the words of Grammy Award-winning artist 21 Savage A Lot.
Head Coach Klint Kubiak said Tuesday that Mendoza will "get plenty of reps" against the Arizona Cardinals. The No. 1 pick's debut has been heavily anticipated as he's slowly received more and more reps throughout camp. And w

Raiders sign OL Braeden Daniels

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 17:40:00 GMT

Raiders Communications
HENDERSON, Nev.The Las Vegas Raiders have signedOL Braeden Daniels, the club announced Wednesday.
Daniels joins the Silver and Black after spending the majority of the 2025 season on the Miami Dolphins practice squad. The 6-4, 305-pound offensive linemen first entered the league as a fourth-round draft pick (118th overall) by the Washington Commanders

Packers vs. Steelers: What to watch for

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Preseason opener has topics of interest in all three phases
Mike Spofford
PITTSBURGH The Packers and Steelers open their preseasons Thursday night at Acrisure Stadium.
Here are several topics worthy of attention:
The starters will get their feet wet.
The Packers' starters will play, though how much remains to be seen. It's not likely to be more than a series or two, but

Updates: Schotty, Dak on Quinnen deal

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 21:30:00 GMT
DallasCowboys.comAugust 11Quinnen Williams#92 DTHeight: 6-3Weight: 303 lbsCollege: Alabama2:30 p.m. --On Monday, the Cowboys agreed to terms with Quinnen Williams on a three-year, $105.9 million extension.Following the Cowboys' joint practice with the Rams, Cowboys head coach Brian Schottenheimer reacted to the news."I think we should probably keep that contract. I think that was a good contract for us," Schottenheimer sa

Falcons claim offensive lineman off waivers

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 21:17:10 GMT

Jaeden Roberts is a UDFA from Alabama, having signed with the Philadelphia Eagles after the draft.
Tori McElhaney
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. The Atlanta Falcons have claimed offensive guard Jaeden Roberts off waivers.
Roberts spent four seasons at the University of Alabama. He went undrafted in the 2026 NFL Draft, and signed with the Philadelphia Eagles as a UDFA at the beginning of May.
The rookie o

2026 Camp Blog: Mother Nature strikes again

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 19:11:00 GMT
Teresa VarleyTuesday, August 11Mother Nature strikes again:For the second consecutive day, inclement weather forced the Steelers to practice inside at Saint Vincent College.Unlike Monday when the team moved inside in the middle of practice, the entire team's practice was held in the indoor field, which opened on campus this year.For rookie Germie Bernard, it didn't matter if practice was inside, outside, morning or night.

Get to Know Vikings TE Gavin Bartholomew

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 15:07:49 GMT

Lindsey Young
EAGAN, Minn.Gavin Bartholomew seems to be catching just about everything thrown his way.
The Vikings tight end isn't keeping track, though. He's just taking things play by play and having a lot of fun doing it.
Bartholomew is grateful for a healthy training camp after missing the entirety of his rookie campaign with a back injury suffered during last year's spring progra

Get to Know Vikings Tight End Gavin Bartholomew

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 15:07:49 GMT

Lindsey Young
EAGAN, Minn.Gavin Bartholomew seems to be catching just about everything thrown his way.
The Vikings tight end isn't keeping track, though. He's just taking things play by play and having a lot of fun doing it.
Bartholomew is grateful for a healthy training camp after missing the entirety of his rookie campaign with a back injury suffered during last year's spring progra

Green Bay opens preseason in Pittsburgh

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 22:11:00 GMT

It will be the first preseason meeting between the Packers and Steelers since 2018
The Packers travel east to take on theSteelers in the first preseason contest.

It will mark the fourth time in the past five years that Green Bay starts the preseason on the road.

It will be the first preseason meeting between the Packers and Steelers since 2018, a 51-34 Green Bay win at home, and the first i

Falcons sign RB Trey Sermon

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 22:02:08 GMT

The veteran running back was a graduate of Sprayberry High School in Marietta, Ga. before taking his talents to Oklahoma and Ohio State in his college years.
Tori McElhaney
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. The Atlanta Falcons have signed running back Trey Sermon.
Sermon joined the league in 2021 when he was drafted in the third round of that year's draft by the San Francisco 49ers. He appeared in nine games his

2026 Camp Blog: Mother Nature changes things

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 19:24:00 GMT
Teresa VarleyMonday, August 10Mother Nature changes things:Coach Mike McCarthy likes to stay on schedule in practice, but there is one thing, and one thing only that can throw things off.Mother Nature.On Monday, intense storms forced the Steelers to leave the practice field early and head to the new indoor practice facility at Saint Vincent College.And while it might have disrupted practice somewhat, it didn't deter the t

Giants sign DB JT Woods, release DL Sam Roberts

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 16:55:00 GMT

Matt Citak
Upon returning from West Virginia, the Giants signed defensive back JT Woods and released defensive lineman Sam Roberts.
Woods was a third-round pick (No. 79 overall) in the 2022 NFL Draft. The 6-foot-2, 193-pound safety played in 13 total games with one start for the Los Angeles Chargers across the 2022 and 2023 campaigns. He totaled eight tackles (seven solo) and also spent time on special team

Spadaro: Dontayvion Wicks wants to 'keep rising' with Eagles

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 12:30:01 GMT

The new receiver has fit in both on and off the field, putting his skill set and personality to good use.
Dave Spadaro
The transition to a new team, to a new town has been smooth forDontayvionWicks, just as he expected it to be. He is a likable young man, a hard-working wide receiver, and his goal is to "stack days and keep rising," and that has been his focus as a Philadelphia Eagle.
A young player

Pittsburgh sets a new standard

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 12:00:00 GMT

The 2026 NFL Draft presented by Bud Light delivered $177 million in economic impact and more than $1.5 billion in economic value for the Pittsburgh region, according to two independent post-event analyses released today, cementing the event as one of the most impactful moments in the region's history.
Conducted by nationally recognized firms Sportsimpacts and Trajektory, the studies evaluated the economic impact

Practice Physicality Ramps Up on a Hot Sunday Morning

Sun, 09 Aug 2026 19:17:08 GMT

Quentin Corpuel
With the Ravens' first preseason contest on the horizon, Head Coach Jesse Minter said he wanted Sunday's practice to look "game-like".
Minter got exactly what he wanted. Like last Thursday, Sunday's practice was padded, lasted almost two-and-a-half-hours, and played on a hot and humid morning.
There werent any scuffles like there was on Thursday, but players got a ton of reps Minter sa

Jalyx Hunt: 'I'm extremely confident in my rush plan'

Sun, 09 Aug 2026 13:00:19 GMT

The young outside linebacker has been one of the best performing players throughout the first week of Eagles Training Camp.
PhiladelphiaEagles.com
Training Camp can be brutal. Afterpractice, many players will joke about how theydon'tknow what day of the week it is, or the fact Training Camp feels like it has been going on for two months instead of one week.
Then you haveJalyx Hunt, whosangto himself

UGI Set to Begin System Upgrades Next Week in Oxford Borough

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 18:15:32 GMT

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - JULY 17, 2026
UGI Utilities is scheduled to begin system upgrades in Oxford Borough, Chester County on Tuesday, July 21, 2026. The work is part of UGI’s commitment to provide safe and reliable service and is an opportunity for some homes and businesses along the project route to convert to natural gas.
To view th

Fired for deleting emails, not taking leave

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 11:54:40 GMT

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Source: Courthouse News Service

Reason for firing may have been a lie

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 11:36:38 GMT

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Intersex prison rape claims dismissed

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 14:33:00 GMT

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Ontario police and fire deploy Octave dispatch solution with advanced drone integration

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 22:07:55 GMT
Ontario police and fire deploy Octave dispatch solution with advanced drone integration

Bodycam man who attacked woman with blowtorch shoots Las Vegas officer through door before OIS

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 22:07:50 GMT
Bodycam man who attacked woman with blowtorch shoots Las Vegas officer through door before OIS

Baton Rouge Police propose hiring retired officers for administrative roles

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 22:07:38 GMT
Baton Rouge Police propose hiring retired officers for administrative roles

Durham names new permanent police chief

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 22:07:32 GMT
Durham names new permanent police chief

Woman sentenced to life without parole in fatal shooting of Kansas officer

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 22:06:59 GMT
Woman sentenced to life without parole in fatal shooting of Kansas officer

Georgia police captain reinstated by review board after termination

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 22:06:46 GMT
Georgia police captain reinstated by review board after termination

Former Hall County deputy dies from injuries sustained in 1994 on-duty crash

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 22:06:26 GMT
Former Hall County deputy dies from injuries sustained in 1994 on-duty crash

Bodycam shows Maryland deputy rescue bystander after fleeing driver causes 5-vehicle crash

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 22:05:47 GMT
Bodycam shows Maryland deputy rescue bystander after fleeing driver causes 5-vehicle crash

BRINC Drones Adds Free Wildfire and Smoke Tracking as Agencies Across America Battle Active Fires

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 22:05:36 GMT
BRINC Drones Adds Free Wildfire and Smoke Tracking as Agencies Across America Battle Active Fires

Youre not going to outrun a drone- How St. Petersburg police are putting UAVs to work

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 22:05:26 GMT
Youre not going to outrun a drone- How St. Petersburg police are putting UAVs to work