The Pirates aren't homering, but they're winning anyway The Pittsburgh Pirates hadn't hit a home run this season until Friday. When it happened, the bases were loaded and they were down three in the eighth inning. That's when Starling Marte connected for a grand slam that gave them a 6-5 win over the Cincinnati Reds. Great time for the team's first homer, right? Because of Marte's blast, the … [Read more...]
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Las Vegas NHL team name may not be decided by fan vote
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Social Hour: Reactions to the NCAA rule changes
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Wilshere: It felt good to play again for U21s
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Banged-up Mavericks dig deep, shave magic number to one
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Ross Stripling gets painful no-decision despite not allowing a hit
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Doctors allowed Boogaard to play after failed drug tests: Report
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NBA Playoff Picture: Pistons clinch, Jazz blow a big opportunity
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