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Rangers going for season sweep of Royals (Jul 16, 2017)

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The Texas Rangers are not just going for a three-game series sweep Sunday of the Kansas City Royals.

Fendrich on Tennis: Is Muguruza heir to Williams sisters?

LONDON (AP) Shortly after beating Venus Williams in the Wimbledon final, Garbine Muguruza was given a purple-and-gold circular badge signifying that she is a member of the All England Club, an honorary status accorded to tournament champions.

Nationals go for rare four-game sweep vs. Reds (Jul 16, 2017)

CINCINNATI — The National League East-leading Washington Nationals will be looking for their seventh win in nine games on Sunday against a team that’s at the bottom of the standings in its division.

Quintana to make Cubs' debut versus Orioles (Jul 16, 2017)

BALTIMORE– Jose Quintana will make his debut with the Cubs on Sunday as Chicago tries to complete a sweep of its weekend series with the Baltimore Orioles.

Tigers' Sanchez hopes to continue turnaround vs. Jays (Jul 16, 2017)

DETROIT — Perhaps Marco Estrada can learn a thing or two from Anibal Sanchez.

Giants hope to continue turnaround against Padres (Jul 16, 2017)

SAN DIEGO — The San Francisco Giants go for a series win on Sunday against the San Diego Padres. The game wraps up an abbreviated three-game trip as the Giants then return to San Francisco for a 10-game homestand.

Chris Archer looks for win No. 8 Sunday in L.A.

The Tampa Bay Rays send right-hander Chris Archer to the mound Sunday afternoon as they finish up their three-game series against the Los Angeles Angels.

Red-hot Dodgers try for sweep of Marlins (Jul 16, 2017)

MIAMI — The Los Angeles Dodgers’ chances at a three-game sweep just got better.

Diamondbacks look for Godley help against Braves (Jul 16, 2017)

ATLANTA — The Arizona Diamondbacks starter with the lowest ERA isn’t Zack Greinke or fellow All-Star Game selection Robbie Ray.

Allen Iverson returns home, eager to please Philly fans

PHILADELPHIA (AP) Allen Iverson plans to run on that familiar court one more time, cup his ear the way he used to in his prime and implore his adoring fans to make more noise.

Bruce, Lugo power Mets to 9-3 win over reeling Rockies (Jul 15, 2017)

NEW YORK (AP) Jay Bruce and pitcher Seth Lugo homered during an early barrage that sent the New York Mets past Colorado 9-3 on Saturday night for their second straight lopsided victory over the reeling Rockies out of the All-Star break.

Arrieta beats former team, pitches Cubs over Orioles 10-3 (Jul 15, 2017)

BALTIMORE (AP) Making his first appearance at Camden Yards since he was traded by Baltimore four years ago, Jake Arrieta settled down after a wild start to hold the Orioles to four hits over 6 2/3 innings and lead the Chicago Cubs to a 10-3 win Saturday night.

Brewers edge Phillies, honor '82 team with pregame ceremony

Travis Shaw’s go-ahead home run in the eighth powered the Brewers to a 3-2 win over the Phillies

Shaw's HR in the 8th give Brewers 3-2 win over Phillies (Jul 15, 2017)

MILWAUKEE (AP) Travis Shaw hit his 20th home run of the season leading off the bottom of the eighth inning and the Milwaukee Brewers edged the Philadelphia Phillies 3-2 on Saturday night.

Lynn shuts down Pirates as Cardinals cruise 4-0 (Jul 15, 2017)

PITTSBURGH (AP) Lance Lynn worked 6 1/3 innings and added a rare run-scoring double at the plate as the St. Louis Cardinals cooled off the Pittsburgh Pirates 4-0 on Saturday night.

Bellinger becomes 1st Dodgers rookie to hit for cycle

MIAMI (AP) Cody Bellinger became the first rookie in Dodgers history to hit for the cycle when he tripled in the seventh inning Saturday against the Miami Marlins.

Miazga's late goal gives US 1st place in Gold Cup group

CLEVELAND (AP) Matt Miazga scored on a closer-range header from Graham Zusi’s corner kick in the 88th minute, giving the United States first place in its CONCACAF Gold Cup group with a 3-0 victory over Nicaragua on Saturday night.

Golden Knights sign Reinhart, Leipsic, 3 1st-round picks

LAS VEGAS (AP) The Vegas Golden Knights have signed their three first-round draft picks along with defenseman Griffin Reinhart and forward Brendan Leipsic.

LEADING OFF: Quintana debuts for Cubs, Yanks-Bosox twinbill

A look at what’s happening all around the majors Sunday:

Stacy Lewis tumbles on back 9 at US Women's Open

BEDMINSTER, N.J. (AP) Stacy Lewis was on a roll in the third round of the U.S. Women’s Open at Trump National Golf Club.

Red Sox put game under protest after strange play vs Yanks

BOSTON (AP) The Boston Red Sox are playing their game against the New York Yankees under protest after a strange play in the 11th inning at Fenway Park.

U.S. Women's Open: Complete tee times for Sunday's final round

U.S. Women’s Open: Complete tee times for Sunday’s final round

2-time defending champ Mulder leads celebrity golf event

STATELINE, Nev. (AP) Two-time defending champion Mark Mulder took a three-stroke lead Saturday in the American Century Championship at Edgewood Tahoe.

Joe Corona gets the opening goal for USA vs. Nicaragua | 2017 CONCACAF Gold Cup Highlights

Joe Corona makes it 1-0 against Nicaragua.

With Trump looking on, Feng leads US Women's Open

BEDMINSTER, N.J. (AP) Front-running Shanshan Feng rolled in a short birdie putt on the final hole Saturday to take the third-round lead in the U.S. Women’s Open.

Kyle Busch dominates yet again in NASCAR Xfinity victory

LOUDON, N.H. (AP) Kyle Busch dominated yet again to win the NASCAR Xfinity Series race Saturday at New Hampshire Motor Speedway.

Federer seeks 8th Wimbledon title, facing Cilic in final

A quick look at Wimbledon:

Langer takes 1-shot lead in Senior Players Championship

OWINGS MILLS, Md. (AP) Bernhard Langer shot a bogey-free 6-under 66 on Saturday and took advantage of Brandt Jobe’s late collapse to take a one-shot lead into the final round of the Constellation Senior Players Championship.

Sierra returns to Cardinals as Piscotty hits DL with right groin strain

Magneuris Sierra is back with the Cardinals for the third time this season.

Ryan Braun considered day-to-day for rest of season

MILWAUKEE (AP) Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Ryan Braun, who has struggled with a strain in his left calf for several weeks, will be evaluated daily for the reminder of the season, manager Craig Counsell said before Saturday night’s game against the Philadelphia Phillies.