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Newman hits RBI single in 9th, lifts Pirates past Cubs 3-2
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Kevin Newman felt the entire crowd on his side when he stepped to the plate in the ninth inning of a tie game. Pinch-hitter Cole Tucker drew a bases-loaded walk and Newman…
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Yelich, Hiura HR in 10th off Kimbrel, Brewers beat Cubs 5-3
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Thanks to Christian Yelich and Keston Hiura, the first round of anticipated matchups with recently acquired Cubs closer Craig Kimbrel went decidedly in favor of the Milwaukee Brewers. Yelich and Hiura hit…
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LEADING OFF: Angels, MLB community mourn death of Skaggs
A look at what’s happening around the majors today: SORROW Angels teammates and the entire Major League Baseball community are mourning the stunning death Monday of Los Angeles pitcher Tyler Skaggs, who was found unresponsive…
2 months ago -
Yelich hits 30th homer, Brewers rally pat Reds 8-6
CINCINNATI (AP) — Christian Yelich singled with the bases loaded and hit his major league-leading 30th homer Monday night, helping the Milwaukee Brewers rally for their sixth straight victory at Great American Ball Park, 8-6…
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Bell mashes 3 home runs, Pirates thrash Cubs 18-5
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Josh Bell isn’t worried about the Home Run Derby messing with the considerable mojo he’s built during his breakout season. Quite the opposite. Bell is pumped for the chance to step into…
2 months ago -
Kimbrel closes out debut with Rizzo’s help, Cubs beat Braves
CHICAGO (AP) — Craig Kimbrel dodged trouble for a save in his season debut when new teammate Anthony Rizzo dived into first base for the final out, and the Chicago Cubs rallied from five runs…
2 months ago -
Alzolay’s strong debut, 6-run 3rd lead Cubs over Mets 7-4
CHICAGO (AP) — Whether rookie Adbert Alzolay stays in the majors for the remainder of the season is a question for another day. The 24-year-old from Venezuela showed he belongs Thursday night. Alzolay, the Cubs’…
2 months ago -
Senzel helps Reds pound Cubs 10-2
CHICAGO (AP) — Nick Senzel showed why he is considered one of baseball’s top prospects. If the rookie can provide a consistent presence at the top of Cincinnati’s lineup, he could give the last-place Reds…
3 months ago -
Segura helps Phillies beat Lester, Cubs 9-7
CHICAGO (AP) — Jean Segura and the Philadelphia Phillies think they learned a little more about themselves during a wild four days in Chicago. They liked what they found out, too. “We got enough talent…
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Báez’s pinch-hit single lifts Cubs over Phillies 3-2
CHICAGO (AP) — The heart of the Chicago Cubs’ lineup, including a taped-up Javier Báez, proved to be too much for the Philadelphia Phillies and their tired bullpen. Báez’s pinch-hit single capped a two-run, ninth-inning…
3 months ago