Sometimes momentum can shift when a reliever enters. For the Chicago Cubs, right-hander Keegan Thompson wielded the game-changing performance after manager David Ross went to the hard-throwing 27-year-old in a tough spot Monday. Thompson delivered a hammer to a Tampa Bay Rays lineup that had no answer for his arsenal. The Rays had tied the…
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The NBA playoffs are off to a great start with new stars emerging, old stars doing their thing and Kyrie Irving being Kyrie Irving. Thanks to some intriguing first-round matchups and the lack of an overwhelming favorite, it could turn into one of the most interesting postseasons in years. Here are five observations from the…
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The Chicago Bulls nearly pulled an upset in Game 1 of their first-round NBA playoff series against the Milwaukee Bucks, erasing a 16-point first-half deficit before falling 93-86. Here are four takeaways from the game as the Bulls regroup for Game 2 on Wednesday night in Milwaukee. 1. The Bulls committed to playing physical defense.…
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The Yankees and Aaron Judge cannot agree on what the slugger is worth, in terms of moolah and years. Yet the Bombers’ bottom line does not include what his value is to the Yankees Entertainment and Sports Network. When Brian Cashman and his crew are crunching the numbers on Judge, they don’t quantify how he…
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Nearly two months ago, one of the so-called experts predicted the Ravens top draft pick in 2022 would be a wide receiver, which drew laughter from those who are closer to the team. Oh no, here they go again. As usual, other national pundits made similar prognostications in the following weeks, but those suggestions have…
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A series victory over the New York Yankees represents an early highlight for the Orioles at the major league level, but there have already been several across the minors. Recent draftees and international signees are beginning to blend at both A-ball affiliates. The Orioles’ future infield might be on display each night at Double-A Bowie.…
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Q: Everyone is really sleeping on the Heat, even on these awards. But let them, for more motivation to the championship. — Brian. A: Actually, with the exception of Bam Adebayo not being a finalist for Defensive Player of the Year, the Heat came out of the finalists process as well as expected, with Tyler…
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Dodgers shortstop Trea Turner rounds first after hitting a three-run double during the fourth inning of their game against the Atlanta Braves on Monday night at Dodger Stadium. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill) Dodgers starting pitcher Clayton Kershaw throws to the plate during the first inning of their game against the Atlanta Braves on Monday night…
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By ELAINE KURTENBACH BANGKOK (AP) — Shares were mostly higher in Asia on Tuesday despite growing worries over the risks of recession as prices push sharply higher while economies are still recovering from the impact of the pandemic. Most major markets advanced though Hong Kong declined, weighed down by worries over Chinese property developers and…
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By FATIMA HUSSEIN WASHINGTON (AP) — Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen plans to meet with Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal during this week’s big meetings of global economic leaders in Washington — but she’ll be trying to avoid most contact with Russian officials who plan to attend some portions of the event virtually. The Russian invasion…
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