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Venus Williams opens play at French Open on Day 4

PARIS (AP) Under bright sunshine, 10th-seeded Venus Williams will open play on Court Philippe Chatrier against Kurumi Nara of Japan in the second round of the French Open.

Nationals' Harper to face nemesis: Giants' Cain (May 31, 2017)

SAN FRANCISCO — Bryce Harper will get a chance to hit against one of his least favorite pitchers when the Washington Nationals and San Francisco Giants complete a three-game series Wednesday night.

Mariners' Paxton returns for start against Rockies (May 31, 2017)

Left-hander James Paxton will return to the Seattle Mariners’ beleaguered rotation Wednesday when the series with the Colorado Rockies shifts to Safeco Field in Seattle after two games at Coors Field.

Pujols closing in on 600 homers as Angels host Braves (May 31, 2017)

ANAHEIM, Calif. — The Los Angeles Angels will face the Atlanta Braves on Wednesday, their third game in a row without Mike Trout in the lineup or manning center field because of a torn ligament in his left thumb that will keep him out six to eight weeks.

IAAF rejects 28 Russians for competition, approves 3

MONACO (AP) The IAAF rejected bids from 28 Russians to compete as neutral athletes on Wednesday and approved only three.

Red Sox hope offense stays hot against White Sox (May 31, 2017)

CHICAGO — Despite the absence of Dustin Pedroia, the Boston Red Sox swung the bat with authority against the Chicago White Sox in a 16-hit, 13-7 win on Tuesday night.

Rangers' Bibens-Dirkx excited to make first start (May 31, 2017)

ARLINGTON, Texas — The feel-good story of Texas right-hander Austin Bibens-Dirkx takes another step Wednesday when the journeyman makes his first major league start against the Tampa Bay Rays in the rubber match of a three-game series.

Mets aim to seal series win over Brewers (May 31, 2017)

NEW YORK — A pair of teams looking to continue their recent run of strong starting pitching will face off Wednesday night when the New York Mets host the Milwaukee Brewers in the third game of a four-game series at Citi Field.

Orioles, Yanks gear up for rubber match (May 31, 2017)

BALTIMORE — The New York Yankees are playing as well as any team in the majors, and they can take a key three-game series against the Baltimore Orioles on Wednesday at Camden Yards.

A's look to cut down on strikeouts vs. Indians (May 31, 2017)

CLEVELAND — There will be a new, and unexpected, relief pitcher available in the Cleveland bullpen Wednesday night when the Indians host the Oakland A’s in the third game of a four-game series.

Arrieta looks to halt Cubs' skid in finale at San Diego (May 31, 2017)

SAN DIEGO — Cubs manager Joe Maddon’s get-up for Wednesday’s getaway day is all set. After Chicago caps its three-game series in San Diego against the Padres, Maddon will head home in style.

High-powered Astros look to sweep Twins (May 31, 2017)

MINNEAPOLIS — With an offense led by the likes of Jose Altuve and Carlos Correa, the Houston Astros lead the American League in runs scored this season. Their shutdown bullpen shortens games, and they have two top-line starters in Dallas Keuchel and Lance McCullers.

Blue Jays, getting healthy, look to sweep Reds (May 31, 2017)

TORONTO — The Toronto Blue Jays are hoping to do to the Cincinnati Reds what they failed to do to the Texas Rangers in the opening series of their 10-game homestand at the Rogers Centre.

Liberty bring back Lindsay Allen weeks after cutting her

NEW YORK (AP) Lindsay Allen took advantage of her brief unemployment after getting cut by the New York Liberty at the end of training camp.

Column: Woods may have stumbled onto his Kryptonite

It’s worth remembering now that one of the first times ”Tiger Woods” and ”drugs” turned up in the same sentence, it was just a punchline.

Gonzalez gets 1st win since April as Nats beat Giants 6-3 (May 30, 2017)

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) Gio Gonzalez pitched into the seventh inning to win for the first time in more than a month, and the Washington Nationals beat the San Francisco Giants 6-3 on Tuesday night.

Slide safely or prioritize safety? Runners must think fast

NEW YORK (AP) If Mike Trout has ever been concerned about his safety when stealing a base, it hasn’t held him back.

Which new FBS head coaches are most likely to succeed?

Grading the hires of new college football coaches is an offseason tradition and an exercise in educated guess work.

Parker Bridwell shines in his first career start and win

Hedges, Lamet help Padres hand Cubs 5th straight loss (May 30, 2017)

SAN DIEGO (AP) Austin Hedges had a home run and four RBIs, rookie Dinelson Lamet produced another strong outing and the San Diego Padres beat the Cubs 6-2 on Tuesday night, giving Chicago its fifth straight loss.

Twins Final Pitch: Bullpen still shorthanded after long weekend

FOX Sports North analyst Jack Morris says the Minnesota Twins’ bullpen is still gassed following a pair of lengthy games over the weekend.

Young Jr. staying in the moment in his role during Trout's absence

Young Jr. staying in the moment in his role during Trout’s absence

WATCH: Twins pitcher Jason Wheeler's family on hand for MLB debut

Minnesota Twins reliever Jason Wheeler made his MLB debut against the Houston Astros, and his family was at the ballpark to support him.

2017 Lions may need to heed the lessons of history

WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) The British and Irish Lions are hoping their 13th rugby tour to New Zealand will be a lucky one, though that may depend on their ability to digest lessons of history and particularly to note the dangers of hubris.

Elvis Andrus gets ice bath after Rangers beat Rays

HIGHLIGHT: Andrus 7th HR of season ties game 5-5

Ex-MLB pitcher Curt Schilling to raise money for Maine GOP

AUGUSTA, Maine (AP) Former Boston Red Sox pitcher Curt Schilling is in Maine to raise money for the Republican Party.

Sale struggles, but Marrero hits 2 HRs to lift Red Sox (May 30, 2017)

CHICAGO (AP) Chris Sale made a shaky return to his former home, but Deven Marrero hit two of Boston’s season-high six home runs and the Red Sox beat the Chicago White Sox 13-7 on Tuesday night.

Andrus drives in 5 as Texas Rangers beat Tampa Bay Rays 9-5 (May 30, 2017)

ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) Elvis Andrus had a career-high five RBIs, including a tying three-run homer in the seventh inning, Jared Hoying hit a tiebreaking single that missed going out by about a foot and the Texas Rangers rallied to beat the Tampa Bay Rays 9-5 on Tuesday night.

Rays lose Matt Andriese early, slip up late in loss to Rangers

The Tampa Bay Rays allow 7 combined in the 7th and 8th innings Tuesday night.