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Brewers on brink of sweeping Dodgers in NLCS after big inning in Game 3
The Milwaukee Brewers hit the second-fewest home runs among MLB's 32 teams during the regular season this year, even as they topped the majors with 103 wins.

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Phillies keep Don Mattingly as manager, remove interim label
The Philadelphia Phillies are keeping Don Mattingly as their manager, giving him a two-year deal even after a late-season collapse nearly cost the team a playoff spot.

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Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr. practices, expected to start vs. Bears
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. returned to practice Wednesday and is on track to start this weekend against the Chicago Bears.

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After strong start, Gators free falling in Jon Sumrall’s first season
It was only halftime, but the mood in the locker room told Florida football coach Jon Sumrall everything about where the Gators were headed last Saturday.

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Kentucky’s impressive start shows up in AP’s SEC midseason awards
Kentucky was picked to finish 14th in the SEC football media preseason poll. Six games into the season, the Wildcats are ranked No. 15 nationally.

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Georgia Tech linebacker Kyle Efford gives up football due to injuries
Georgia Tech senior linebacker Kyle Efford was the first player in 24 years to lead the program in tackles in three consecutive seasons.

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Miami Hurricanes dominate AP’s midseason ACC football awards
As college football's 2026 regular season nears the midpoint, Miami stands alone as the class of the Atlantic Coast Conference.

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Patience paying off now with Dream finally back in WNBA Finals
Atlanta Dream general manager Dan Padover built the franchise into a title contender with shrewd trades, a little bit of luck and patience from the team's ownership group.

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Valkyries’ success so speedy, even optimistic owner is surprised by pace
The moment Joe Lacob walks into the Chase Center, he immediately feels the enormous energy and wholesome vibe that is the Golden State Valkyries' "Ballhalla" home crowd.

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Mallory Swanson’s goal helps US avoid second straight loss to Spain
Mallory Swanson's first goal in a long time for the U.S. women's soccer team came at the perfect time for the Americans to avoid another loss to top-ranked Spain.
