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Fuhrman scores first-round TKO in amateur MMA debut
SPOKANE — Dominic Fuhrman, 18, was victorious in his amateur MMA debut on Saturday at the Northern Quest Resort an…
Butler makes FTs with no time left, lifts Heat past Bucks
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (AP) — Jimmy Butler loves soccer, and the final scene from Game 2 of the Eastern Conference semifinals resembled a penalty shot in a shootout.
Baez and Hendricks lead Cubs over Pirates.
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Javier Baez hit a three-run home run and Kyle Hendricks pitched one-run ball over six innings Wednesday night to lead the Chicago Cubs to an 8-2 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates.
Shelton helps Sporting KC tie FC Dallas 1-1
KANSAS CITY, Kan. (AP) — Khiry Shelton scored a late first-half goal to help Sporting Kansas City tie FC Dallas 1-1 on Wednesday night.
Leonard Fournette planning to sign with Brady-led Buccaneers
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Leonard Fournette intends to join the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, who are stockpiling playmakers to help Tom Brady be successful with his new team.
Donaldson drives in 2 in injury return as Twins beat Sox 8-1
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Just seven games into his debut with the Minnesota Twins, with only four hits to show for it, Josh Donaldson found himself sidelined by a strained calf.
Hiura, Peterson HR, Brewers rally, end Tigers' 6-game streak
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Trying to extend their longest winning streak in four years, Spencer Turnbull and the Detroit Tigers were out of control.
Duvall follows Ozuna with 3 HRs; Braves complete sweep
BOSTON (AP) — Adam Duvall hit three home runs a night after teammate Marcell Ozuna did it, making them the first teammates in major league history to perform the feat in consecutive games as the NL East-leading Atl…
Brantley homers early, Astros hold on for 2-1 win over Texas
HOUSTON (AP) — Michael Brantley hit a two-run homer early to back up a strong start from rookie Cristian Javier and the Houston Astros held on for 2-1 win over the Texas Rangers on Wednesday night.
Makar, Hutchinson help Avalanche force Game 7 against Stars
EDMONTON, Alberta (AP) — The biggest boost for the Colorado Avalanche in must-win game after must-win game comes from an unlikely source — their third-string goaltender.
LEADING OFF: Seaver tributes, Clevinger debuts for Padres
A look at what's happening around the majors on Thursday:
McKenzie, Naquin propel Indians to 5-0 win over Royals
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Triston McKenzie tossed six innings of three-hit ball to celebrate his 23rd birthday, Tyler Naquin hit a pair of homers for the only runs of the game, and the Cleveland Indians beat the Kans…
Lucas Zelarayan scores in 55th, Crew beat Union 1-0
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Lucas Zelarayan scored in the 55th minute and the Columbus Crew beat the Philadelphia Union 1-0 on Wednesday night to take the Eastern Conference lead.
Dynamo unbeaten in 4-straight, top Minnesota United 3-0
HOUSTON (AP) — Ariel Lassiter scored two second-half goals and the Houston Dynamo stretched their unbeaten streak to four with a 3-0 victory over the Minnesota United on Wednesday night.
Parker, Sparks shake early doldrums, beat Wings 91-83
BRADENTON, Fla. (AP) — Candace Parker scored 22 points with 10 rebounds and six assists to lead the Los Angeles Sparks to a 91-83 victory over the Dallas Wings on Wednesday night.
Wheeler outpitches Scherzer, Phillies beat Nationals 3-0
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Zack Wheeler tried to outdo Aaron Nola while outpitching Max Scherzer.