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Lions fall in competitive first round of state
YAKIMA — The Moses Lake Christian Academy Lions battled their way through districts and made their way into the WI…
League-leading Storm beat Mystics in Bird's return 71-64
BRADENTON, Fla. (AP) — Breanna Stewart led league-leading Seattle with 16 points despite a poor shooting night and the Storm welcomed back Sue Bird with a 71-64 victory over the Washington Mystics on Wednesday nigh…
Ruiz, Glad score, Real Salt Lake ties Seattle 2-2
SANDY, Utah (AP) — Pablo Ruiz scored his first MLS goal, Justen Glad also scored and Real Salt Lake tied the Seattle Sounders 2-2 on Wednesday night.
Brosseau gets revenge as Rays beat Yankees again, 5-2
NEW YORK (AP) — Mike Brosseau got some revenge against the New York Yankees, hitting two home runs as the Tampa Bay Rays topped their AL East rivals again with a 5-2 victory Wednesday night.
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.