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Nationals, GM Rizzo earn ‘I told you so’ World Series
Sticking by decisions key to late run
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Stephen Strasburg goes from shutdown to World Series MVP
Washington Nationals starting pitcher Stephen Strasburg reacts after an out in the sixth inning of Game 2 of the World Series against the Houston Astros in Houston. Strasburg won two…
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Nationals top Astros in Game 7 to win 1st World Series title
Kendrick, Rendon homers back Scherzer start, Corbin’s relief effort
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Huberdeau scores early in OT, Panthers rally to beat Avalanche
Colorado can’t hold 3-1 lead
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Broncos haven’t found playoff QB since Manning
That’s something John Elway has seen from both the inside as the Denver Broncos’ top football executive and from the outside after his Hall of Fame playing career ended in…
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USA Cycling announces calendar for lead-up to Tokyo Olympics
The sport’s national governing body announced Wednesday its 2020 calendar, highlighted by its championships on the road, track and in mountain biking. The road event will take place June 18-21…
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Curious calls doom Bears, Broncos to last-second losses
In Chicago, the Bears lost 17-16 to the Los Angeles Chargers when Eddy Pineiro missed a 41-yard field goal as time expired after coach Matt Nagy had quarterback Mitchell Trubisky…
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What to expect from Max Scherzer? World Series goes to Game 7
Because a World Series mostly devoid of drama suddenly involves the two most compelling words in sports: Game 7. Mad Max vs. Zack Greinke. The Washington Nationals, trying to rewrite…
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Tour of California canceled for 2020, race future in doubt
The company said Tuesday it has become “more challenging” every year to stage the cycling road race featuring men’s and women’s events that traverse the state. Kristin Klein, race president…
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Strasburg, Rendon rally Nationals past Astros to force Game 7
Houston can’t hold early lead
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Fresh start: Brandon Allen gets his break with Broncos
The gig may only be temporary, even if Joe Flacco is out for a while with a herniated disc in his neck. Rookie quarterback Drew Lock could return to the…
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Tokyo officials feud with Olympic Committee over Olympic marathon switch
Runners compete in the men’s race of the 2013 Tokyo Marathon in Tokyo.Shuji Kajiyama/Associated Press file The abrupt decision to shift the marathons and race walks was announced almost two…
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NCAA board approves athlete compensation for image, likeness
The NCAA took significant step toward allowing college athletes to earn money without violating amateurism rules Tuesday, as the Board of Governors voted to allow college athletes to profit of…
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FERGUSON: 82 and 26, the standards of Tiger Woods and Phil Mickelson
He says he has more energy. He talks as though he has more optimism than ever, if that’s even possible. “I’ve been going at it pretty hard,” Mickelson said Tuesday…
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Colorado Avalanche captain Landeskog out indefinitely
Lower body injury claims another star
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Nuggets remain undefeated, topple Kings
Jamal Murray scores 14 second-half points in win
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Verlander, Astros can clinch World Series vs Nats in Game 6
Astros’ ace is 0-5 in World Series, has shot at redemption
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Vlatko Andonovski named new USWNT head coach
Andonovski contract through 2023 World Cup
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Broncos’ Flacco has herniated disk, season in jeopardy
Backup Brandon Allen will start Sunday
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Ajax’s Sergiño Dest commits to U.S. Soccer over Netherlands
Talented 18-year old defender expected to make debut next month for USMNT
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Astros hammer Nationals, take 3-2 World Series lead
Gerrit Cole pitches masterfully in win
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NFL Roundup: Drew Brees shines in return, Saints top Cardinals
Aaron Rodgers lifts Packers past Chiefs on road
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Tiger Woods wins Zozo Championship, ties Sam Snead’s PGA Tour win record
Woods contributes win to consistent play
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Joe Flacco’s frustration boils over in latest loss to Colts
Broncos’ QB said team was too cautious down the stretch
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Adam Vinatieri drills game-winning kick to lift Colts past Broncos
Joe Flacco criticizes staff in loss
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DENVER (2-5) at INDIANAPOLIS (4-2)
Denver Broncos quarterback Joe Flacco is coming off a game in which he was sacked eight times by Kansas City.David Zalubowski/Associated Press file OPENING LINE: Colts by 6½ RECORD VS.…