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Braves, Phillies battle for top spot in NL East (May 21, 2018)

First place in the National League East is on the line this week in Philadelphia.

Nepal official says 2 foreign climbers died on Mount Everest

KATHMANDU, Nepal (AP) Two foreign climbers attempting to scale Mount Everest have died on the world’s highest peak, a Nepal mountaineering official said Monday.

Griner has 29 points and 10 boards, Mercury beat Storm 87-82 (May 20, 2018)

SEATTLE (AP) Brittney Griner had 29 points and 10 rebounds to help the Phoenix Mercury hold on for an 87-82 victory over the Seattle Storm on Sunday night.

NHRA Heartland Nationals postponed until Monday

TOKEKA, Kan. (AP) Courtney Force reached the Funny Car semifinals Sunday in the Menards NHRA Heartland Nationals before dewy conditions following rain postponed the eliminations at Heartland Motorsports Park.

McCullers, McCann lead Astros to 3-1 win over Indians (May 20, 2018)

HOUSTON (AP) Lance McCullers allowed one hit over seven innings and Brian McCann hit a two-run homer to lead the Houston Astros to a 3-1 win over the Cleveland Indians on Sunday night.

Curry comes alive to score 35, Warriors rout Rockets by 41, take 2-1 series lead

Curry comes alive to score 35, Warriors rout Rockets by 41

PHOTOS: Warriors crush Rockets by 41, take 2-1 series lead with 126-85 win

Mets, Marlins open series after differing outcomes (May 20, 2018)

NEW YORK — The New York Mets, in the midst of a long-awaited winning streak, probably cannot wait to get back on the field Monday. The Miami Marlins, on the other hand, might prefer to take the day off following one of the most stunning losses any team endured yet this season.

Curry comes alive to score 35, Warriors rout Rockets by 41

OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) Stephen Curry got his groove back to score 35 points with five 3-pointers, shooting over James Harden and driving past the Houston star as the Golden State Warriors made a second-half statement to beat the Rockets 126-85 on Sunday night for a 2-1 lead in the Western Conference finals.

LEADING OFF: Big Sexy vs Bronx Bombers; Harper in walk year

A look at what’s happening around the majors Monday:

White Sox go for season-high 3 straight wins (May 20, 2018)

The Chicago White Sox will try to match a season high with their third straight victory when they welcome the Baltimore Orioles to open a four-game series on Monday night at Guaranteed Rate Field.

Quigley scores 22 to help Sky beat Liberty 80-76 (May 20, 2018)

CHICAGO (AP) Allie Quigley scored 15 of her 22 points in the fourth quarter to help the Chicago Sky beat the New York Liberty 80-76 on Sunday night.

Buxton hopes to get going as Twins host Tigers (May 20, 2018)

Byron Buxton is still trying to find his stroke since coming off the 10-game disabled list May 10, but Minnesota Twins manager Paul Molitor believes the center fielder is about to turn a corner.

Aaron Wise wins AT&T Byron Nelson for first PGA Tour title

DALLAS (AP) Aaron Wise cruised to his first PGA Tour victory Sunday, shattering the AT&T Byron Nelson record at 23 under on a new course in a race to finish before nightfall after a four-hour rain delay.

Aaron Wise gets 1st tour win, shatters Nelson scoring record

Brewers' Anderson returns to start against Diamondbacks (May 20, 2018)

MILWAUKEE — Chase Anderson will come off the disabled list and return to the mound Monday night when the Milwaukee Brewers open a 10-game homestand with the first of three against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Miller Park.

Wright-Phillips scores twice, Red Bulls beat Atlanta United (May 20, 2018)

ATLANTA (AP) Bradley-Wright Phillips scored two second-half goals in the New York Red Bulls’ 3-1 victory over Atlanta United on Sunday night.

Royals' pitchers struggle heading into series with Cardinals (May 20, 2018)

Kansas City Royals right-hander Ian Kennedy, who starts Monday night’s series opener against the St. Louis Cardinals at Busch Stadium in St. Louis, enters the game 1-4 with a 4.98 ERA.

Ohtani sparkles for Angels; Romo starts again for Rays

ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) Shohei Ohtani struck out nine while throwing 7 2/3 innings of excellent six-hit ball in his seventh career start, and the Los Angeles Angels snapped their five-game skid with a 5-2 victory over the Tampa Bay Rays on Sunday.