ROTORUA, New Zealand (AP) The British and Irish Lions built confidence a week out from the first rugby test against New Zealand when they ground their way to a highly efficient 32-10 win over the New Zealand Maori on Saturday.
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Author: Bobby Finger on Jezebel, shared by Tom Ley to Deadspin
How to watch Russia vs. New Zealand in the Confederations Cup opener
Your complete viewing guide to the Confederations Cup opener between Russia and New Zealand.
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Russia coach has comic touch at Confederations Cup
ST. PETERSBURG, Russia (AP) Dry humor, slyly delivered.
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Russia coach has comic touch at Confederations Cup
ST. PETERSBURG, Russia (AP) Dry humor, slyly delivered.
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Ireland scores 7 tries to overpower Japan 50-22
SHIZUOKA, Japan (AP) Ireland scored seven tries to overpower Japan 50-22 on Saturday in a test featuring two teams that will meet in the group stage of the 2019 Rugby World Cup.
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Scotland beats Australia 24-19 on late try by Hamish Watson
SYDNEY (AP) Flanker Hamish Watson’s 61st-minute try earned Scotland a rare victory in Australia as it beat the Wallabies 24-19 in a seesawing rugby test match Saturday at Sydney Football Stadium that saw both teams score three tries a piece.
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It's not just cricket: Indo-Pak rivalry transcends sport
An intense love of cricket is shared by these nuclear-armed neighbors, as profoundly as their deep and mutual mistrust.
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Wainwright looks to deliver another strong start against Orioles Saturday
St. Louis Cardinals-Baltimore Orioles preview
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Royals' Junis looks to keep improving after thriving in last start
Kansas City Royals-Los Angeles Angels preview
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Sporting KC looks to snap road winless streak against Earthquakes
Sporting Kansas City-San Jose Earthquakes preview
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Tigers GM, catcher among fortunate father-son duos in sports
DETROIT (AP) Alex Avila was the best player available on the Detroit Tigers’ board when it was their turn to select a player in the fifth round of the 2008 amateur draft.
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Red Sox aim to clinch series vs. Astros (Jun 17, 2017)
HOUSTON — With the Boston Red Sox trending in the right direction up the American League East standings, there was a bit of buzz inside Minute Maid Park on Friday night, a vibe borne of anticipation from this showcase of two of baseball’s best.
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Mariners-Rangers Preview (Jun 17, 2017)
ARLINGTON, Texas — For Yovani Gallardo, home is where the heat is.
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Nationals look to sink Mets again (Jun 17, 2017)
NEW YORK — On Thursday afternoon, New York Mets manager Terry Collins said it was imperative for his team to at least keep treading water in the National League East standings during a four-game series against the Washington Nationals.
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With a mix of Saban and swag, Collins takes over at Temple
PHILADELPHIA (AP) Geoff Collins flips through the pages in three-ring binder, and then grabs another and does the same.
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Tall order awaits Royals at Angels (Jun 17, 2017)
ANAHEIM, Calif. — Alex Meyer will make the start for the Los Angeles Angels on Saturday against the Kansas City Royals, a 6-foot-9 right-hander with loads of potential but still a work in progress.
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Tigers get creative with DH spot vs. Rays (Jun 17, 2017)
DETROIT — The loss of Victor Martinez will take Detroit’s cleanup hitter out of the lineup for at least the next 10 days.
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Indians' bats erupt in 8-1 series-opening win over Twins
Encarnacion, Gomes, and Chisenhall drove in all eight runs, Ramirez added three hits, and Carrasco pitched 6.1 strong innings.
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Betts homers in 8th inning, sends Red Sox past Astros 2-1 (Jun 16, 2017)
HOUSTON (AP) Mookie Betts showed off his defense and offense Friday night.
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Griner has 27, Mercury top Sky 86-78; Taurasi nears record (Jun 17, 2017)
PHOENIX (AP) Brittney Griner scored 27 points and Diana Taurasi inched closer to the WNBA scoring record Friday night as the Phoenix Mercury beat the Chicago Sky 86-78.
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Blanco, Lamb rally D-backs to narrow win over Phillies
The Diamondbacks have won five straight and eighth of their last nine.
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Gomez, Ross return and lead Rangers to win
Rangers beat Mariners 10-4
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Castellanos leads Tigers to 13-4 rout of Rays
The Tigers got 13 hits, including seven for extra bases.
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Gomez, Ross return and lead Rangers to 10-4 win (Jun 16, 2017)
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) Tyson Ross allowed just a pair of runs in his first start in 14 months and Carlos Gomez homered to help the Texas Rangers beat the Seattle Mariners 10-4 on Friday night.
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National spotlight shines on Chris Archer, Rays in Detroit
Chris Archer takes the mound for the Tampa Bay Rays as they look to snap out of their funk against the Tigers on Saturday on FOX Sports 1.
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Complete tee times for the third round of the U.S. Open
Complete tee times for the third round of the U.S. Open
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US Open at a glance
ERIN, Wis. (AP) A brief look at Friday’s second round of the U.S. Open at Erin Hills (all times EDT):
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Christian Yelich drives in 3 as Marlins blank Braves
The Miami Marlins shut out the Braves to take the first game of the series.
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WATCH: Carlos Gomez crushes 3-run home run in 6th inning vs. Seattle
WATCH: Carlos Gomez crushes 3-run home run in 6th inning vs. Seattle
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Mesoraco provides only offense in Reds 3-1 loss
Alex Wood and the Dodgers stifled the Reds on Friday
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