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Hot baths help Crew prep for heat, Atlanta United
The heat will be on -- literally and figuratively -- when Atlanta United play at the Columbus Crew on Wednesday.,With Ohio's capital city enduring a sweltering stretch like much of the country, the Crew (8-3-7, 31 points) have been adapting to heat indexes in the low 100s by training in the early af...
Nashville's 9-game unbeaten streak on line against host Revolution
Following an extended break for both clubs, the New England Revolution and Nashville SC might have to shake off some rust when they resume play on Wednesday in Foxborough, Mass.,Both teams return to action for the first time since June 14, with New England (6-5-5, 23 points) aiming to rebound from a...
Matt Miazga, FC Cincinnati take strong defense on road to Montreal
After snapping a four-match winless streak on June 14, FC Cincinnati head north of the border Wednesday night for another opportunity to earn three points when they face CF Montreal.,Cincinnati (10-5-3, 33 points) is in second place in the Eastern Conference, within striking distance of first-place ...
2025 NBA Draft makes single-file line behind No. 1 Cooper Flagg
A whirlwind four months for the Dallas Mavericks begins anew Wednesday with the launch of the Cooper Flagg era. ,The draft lottery in May turned into an unexpected gift for the Mavericks when they jumped the line of teams with the NBA's worst records. Against the odds, they went from the playoff pla...
Nationals' James Wood aims to make Padres regret trade
After trading with the Washington Nationals for Juan Soto in 2022, the San Diego Padres reached the National League Championship Series for the first time since their World Series appearance in 1998.,But they Padres paid a hefty price for Soto's considerable services, which lasted only 214 games. On...
Red Sox seek to clean up play in rematch vs. Angels
The Boston Red Sox will attempt to end a three-game losing streak Tuesday when they face the Los Angeles Angels in the second contest of a three-game series in Anaheim, Calif., ,Boston's sloppy play this season continued Monday during Los Angeles' 9-5 victory. The Red Sox made an error that put the ...
Out to knot set vs. Pirates, Brewers tab Freddy Peralta
The Milwaukee Brewers will turn to veteran right-hander Freddy Peralta as they look to bounce back against the visiting Pittsburgh Pirates on Tuesday.,Peralta (7-4, 2.76 ERA) will be opposed by left-hander Andrew Heaney (3-6, 3.94).,The Pirates took the series opener 5-4 on Monday. Nick Gonzales had...
Can D-backs maintain momentum despite loss of Corbin Carroll?
With wins in four of their past five games, the Arizona Diamondbacks have rediscovered their stride entering Tuesday's visit to the Chicago White Sox.,But the news that came out after the 10-0 rout in the series opener is going to make maintaining that stride much more difficult.,Speaking with repor...
Cards try to keep chipping away at Cubs' lead in Central
The St. Louis Cardinals hope to tighten the National League Central race while facing the first-place Chicago Cubs seven times in a span of 14 days.,They will continue that quest Tuesday night when they host Chicago in the second game of a four-game series at Busch Stadium. The teams will play a thr...
Cal Raleigh, Mariners look to topple Twins again
Seattle Mariners slugger Cal Raleigh has grabbed the attention of baseball fans everywhere.,Raleigh also has captured the attention of opposing pitchers wherever he goes. He has astonished his teammates, as well, during a season in which he has belted 32 home runs in his first 76 games.,The majors' ...
In Mets debut, Frankie Montas out to turn tide vs. Braves
Frankie Montas will finally make his New York Mets debut Tuesday night.,The skidding Mets can only hope he's nearly as good upon his return as Ronald Acuna Jr. has been for the rival Atlanta Braves.,The clubs will meet Tuesday night in New York for the second game of a four-game series between the N...
Top prospect Chase Burns makes debut as Reds face Yankees
The Cincinnati Reds hope to get a glimpse of a future ace when they send their top pitching prospect to the mound against one of the best lineups in baseball.,Chase Burns, the No. 2 overall pick of the 2024 Major League Baseball Draft last July, is being promoted to face the New York Yankees in the ...
O's look for Jackson Holliday to set tone vs. Rangers
Baltimore Orioles infielder Jackson Holliday will have another chance to bolster his credentials in Tuesday night's game against the visiting Texas Rangers.,He's coming off a tremendous display in the series opener when he was a triple shy of hitting for the cycle.,Holliday appears to be an ideal le...
Improved German Marquez seeks revenge as Rockies host Dodgers
German Marquez didn't begin his season well, but the veteran right-hander has been one of the bright spots for the lowly Colorado Rockies.,Marquez had an ERA of 12.81 in April, and a big reason for that was the seven runs he gave up in less than an inning against the Los Angeles Dodgers in his fourt...
Nneka Ogwumike thriving as red-hot Storm set to host Fever
Nneka Ogwumike's best run of the season is helping the Seattle Storm climb the WNBA standings.,After helping Seattle win three in a row by scoring at least 25 in each game, Ogwumike attempts to continue her roll Tuesday night against the visiting Indiana Fever.,Ogwumike has scored at least 25 in thr...
Wings kick off homestand against Dream's balanced attack
The Atlanta Dream will strive to continue their solid start to the season and build on a two-game winning streak when they square off against the Dallas Wings on Tuesday in Arlington, Texas.,The Dream (10-4) travel to the Lone Star State on the heels of a 93-80 win at home over Chicago on Sunday. At...
'Battle-tested' Giants ready to open series against Marlins
After hosting a pair of American League opponents, the San Francisco Giants open another three-game home series against the Miami Marlins on Tuesday night.,Having begun a nine-game homestand with three one-run affairs over six outings, the Giants began the week first in the majors in one-run wins.,A...
Surging Astros look to stay hot against Phillies
The injury-depleted Houston Astros continued their surge up the American League standings over the weekend, setting up an intriguing six-game homestand that begins with a three-game set against the Philadelphia Phillies on Tuesday.,Houston claimed the rubber match of a three-game road series with an...
Slumping Sparks, Sky meet up in quest to end losing skids
The Los Angeles Sparks and Chicago Sky share an unfavorable distinction, with both teams tied for the second-longest active losing streak in the WNBA at three straight losses.,One of the two teams will end their skid on Tuesday in Chicago as both sides try to push themselves back into the playoff pi...
League-best Lynx riding momentum on visit to Mystics
The WNBA-leading Minnesota Lynx have wrapped up a spot in the Commissioner's Cup final against Indiana on July 1, but first they look to continue their momentum as they pay a visit to the Washington Mystics on Tuesday.,The Lynx (12-1) hope to return WNBA top scorer Napheesa Collier to the lineup aft...