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Justin Verlander left off Astros' Wild Card Series roster, but Yordan Alvarez is back
Read full article: Justin Verlander left off Astros' Wild Card Series roster, but Yordan Alvarez is backThe Houston Astros left three-time Cy Young Award winner Justin Verlander off the roster for their AL Wild Card Series against Detroit but did include injured slugger Yordan Alvarez.
Mets blank Brewers 5-0 behind Lindor and Peterson to move 1 win from wild card
Read full article: Mets blank Brewers 5-0 behind Lindor and Peterson to move 1 win from wild cardFrancisco Lindor homered and drove in two runs, David Peterson pitched seven brilliant innings and the New York Mets moved within one win of a playoff berth with a 5-0 victory over the Milwaukee Brewers.
MLB playoffs 2023: Verlander gets Game 1, all 8 teams prep for Division Series openers Saturday
Read full article: MLB playoffs 2023: Verlander gets Game 1, all 8 teams prep for Division Series openers SaturdayJustin Verlander is scheduled to start for the Houston Astros against former teammate Carlos Correa and the Minnesota Twins in Game 1 of their AL Division Series on Saturday.
Phillies' Robertson injured celebrating, off NLDS roster
Read full article: Phillies' Robertson injured celebrating, off NLDS rosterPhiladelphia Phillies reliever David Robertson will miss the NL Division Series after injuring his right calf jumping to celebrate Bryce Harper’s home run in their clinching wild-card victory at St. Louis.
LEADING OFF: Yanks' Donaldson to serve ban, Strasburg out
Read full article: LEADING OFF: Yanks' Donaldson to serve ban, Strasburg outYankees third baseman Josh Donaldson will serve a one-game suspension for a remark to White Sox star Tim Anderson about Jackie Robinson when New York opens a home series against Tampa Bay after the ban was upheld on appeal.
LEADING OFF: Yankees open series vs Rays without Stanton
Read full article: LEADING OFF: Yankees open series vs Rays without StantonMinus injured slugger Giancarlo Stanton, the ailing New York Yankees open a four-game series at Tampa Bay — the first meeting this year between the heated AL East rivals.
Texas Southern routs Alcorn State 87-62 for SWAC title
Read full article: Texas Southern routs Alcorn State 87-62 for SWAC titleJohn Walker III scored 12 of his 17 points in the second half and Texas Southern pulled away for an 87-62 victory over Alcorn State on Saturday in the championship game of the Southwestern Athletic Conference tournament, earning the Tigers an automatic berth in the NCAA Tournament.
‘It’s about more than baseball’: Braves fan meets Astros fans he surprised with World Series tickets
Read full article: ‘It’s about more than baseball’: Braves fan meets Astros fans he surprised with World Series ticketsIt was a heartfelt reunion. Fans from opposing teams brought together by one true act of kindness.Atlanta Braves fan Miles Neal says he’s so excited Houston Astros fans, David Bramlet and his daughter Addison, will get to experience game six of the World Series.
LIVE: Houston Astros arrive back in Houston after win against Braves
Read full article: LIVE: Houston Astros arrive back in Houston after win against BravesSunday night the Astros defeated the Braves 9 to 5, forcing the World Series into Game 6 at Minute Made Park. Right now, Houston trails Atlanta by one game. Ahead of Tuesday night’s game, the series is Atlanta 3, Houston 2.
KPRC 2 Sports Director Randy McIlvoy checks in from Truist Park ahead of World Series Game 3
Read full article: KPRC 2 Sports Director Randy McIlvoy checks in from Truist Park ahead of World Series Game 3The World Series tie will be broken Friday night when the Astros and Braves play Game 3. Atlanta claimed a victory to start the series, but Houston had a nice recovery in Game 2 -- even with the roof open at Minute Maid Park.
The fans have spoken: KPRC 2’s Zach Lashway sports his best Astros gear and Insiders decide which outfits they like
Read full article: The fans have spoken: KPRC 2’s Zach Lashway sports his best Astros gear and Insiders decide which outfits they likeWell, not the start we hoped for, but the Astros 6-2 loss against the Braves is not stopping die-hard Astros fans from sporting their best orange and blue outfits.
After slamming COVID-19 rules, Tritt sings anthem at NLCS
Read full article: After slamming COVID-19 rules, Tritt sings anthem at NLCSCountry musician Travis Tritt sang the national anthem before Game 6 of the NL Championship Series, just days after canceling shows at venues that required a COVID-19 vaccine or masks.
Collier paces Texas women in win over NCAA 1st-timer Bradley
Read full article: Collier paces Texas women in win over NCAA 1st-timer Bradley6 seed Texas, and had an emphatic response on the court to some derisive chants from the stands. Collier had 23 points and 15 rebounds for the Longhorns in an 81-62 win over Bradley in the first round of the women's NCAA Tournament on Monday night. And when some chants of “overrated!” were directed in the fourth quarter at the 6-foot-5 junior projected to be the No. After a layup, Warren missed a 3-pointer and Petree had another layup before a fast-break 3-pointer following a turnover by Warren. UP NEXTThe Longhorns play their second-round game on Wednesday against third-seeded UCLA or 14th-seeded Wyoming, who played later Monday night.
Tilmon's 3-point play rallies No. 14 Missouri past Bradley
Read full article: Tilmon's 3-point play rallies No. 14 Missouri past BradleyMissouri's Jeremiah Tilmon, left, is embraced by teammate Javon Pickett, right, after they defeated Bradley in an NCAA college basketball game Tuesday, Dec. 22, 2020, in Columbia, Mo. – Jeremiah Tilmon’s three-point play with a second left lifted No. 14 Missouri over Bradley 54-53 on Tuesday night. “They’re a team that grinds you,” Missouri coach Cuonzo Martin said about Bradley, the two-time defending Missouri Valley Conference Tournament champion. Missouri: Martin is off to his best start as a coach since opening 10-0 with Missouri State in 2010.
LEADING OFF: Altuve, shaky Astros in 2-0 hole vs Rays
Read full article: LEADING OFF: Altuve, shaky Astros in 2-0 hole vs RaysI’m sure he’ll do that.”The Astros have also had a lousy go with runners on base. THE KID AND THE ACEOff to an impressive start in his first postseason, rookie Ian Anderson tries to give Atlanta a 2-0 lead in the NL Championship Series when he faces Dodgers star Clayton Kershaw. CHANGE OF SOXAfter ending a 12-year playoff drought, the Chicago White Sox are looking for a new manager. The club announced Monday that Renteria won’t return after guiding the White Sox to a 35-25 record in his pandemic-shortened fourth season. Hahn said Renteria’s replacement probably will come from outside the White Sox.
LEADING OFF: Yanks' Cole, Rays' Glasnow tabbed for Game 5
Read full article: LEADING OFF: Yanks' Cole, Rays' Glasnow tabbed for Game 5A look at what's happening around the majors today:___WINNER-TAKE-ALLYankees ace Gerrit Cole and towering Tampa Bay righty Tyler Glasnow will both pitch on short rest in the deciding Game 5 of their AL Division Series. Cole earned the victory in Game 1 despite allowing two home runs, and he’ll appear on three days’ rest after throwing 97 pitches. The 6-foot-8 Glasnow will be pitching on two days’ rest after striking out 10 in Game 2. “I haven’t really talked about innings or anything like that,” Glasnow said after New York won 5-1 Thursday to force Game 5. The Rays are trying to advance to the ALCS for the first time since 2008, when they made it to their only World Series.
LEADING OFF: Marlins' Marte hopes to play with broken hand
Read full article: LEADING OFF: Marlins' Marte hopes to play with broken handThe Marlins are hoping center fielder Starling Marte can play through a broken bone in his left hand as they try to eliminate the Cubs at Wrigley Field. To do it, the Braves might need to make a whole lot more contact at the plate than they did Wednesday while beating the Reds 1-0 in 13 innings — the first postseason game to be scoreless after 11. They’ll be up against Luis Castillo (4-6, 3.21), who makes his first career playoff start for the Reds. He was out for a second straight playoff game because of a sprained right foot that kept him out of the final three games of the regular season. Wainwright closed out the Padres at Petco Park in their previous postseason appearance in 2006.
LEADING OFF: Shane Bieber faces Twins seeking 8-0 start
Read full article: LEADING OFF: Shane Bieber faces Twins seeking 8-0 startA look at what’s happening around the majors today:___NOT JUSTIN, SHANEIt hasn’t taken Shane Bieber long to become Cleveland’s ace — and maybe the best pitcher in baseball this season. Bieber, who is 7-0 with a 1.25 ERA and leads the majors in numerous categories, is already 2-0 against the Twins this year. “We should know more then.”SO LONG, FAREWELLA pair of NL West teams said goodbye Thursday to familiar faces and former All-Stars at third base. FIRST PLACE AND FIRED UPOakland right-hander Mike Fiers (4-2, 4.93 ERA) starts for the AL West leaders when they begin a series at Texas. Fiers has gone 3-1 with a 3.22 ERA over his last four starts and the A’s are 6-2 in his outings.
LEADING OFF: Bieber faces Twins seeking 8-0 start
Read full article: LEADING OFF: Bieber faces Twins seeking 8-0 startBieber, who is 7-0 with a 1.25 ERA and leads the majors in numerous categories, is already 2-0 against the Twins this year. Bieber began last season as Cleveland’s No. Atlanta's beleaguered rotation took another hit when left-hander Tommy Milone was placed on the 10-day injured list Thursday with elbow inflammation. FIRST PLACE AND FIRED UPOakland right-hander Mike Fiers (4-2, 4.93 ERA) starts for the AL West leaders when they begin a series at Texas. Oakland took a 6½-game lead on second-place Houston after beating the Astros in four of five at the Coliseum.