The Baseball Report: Mets, Angels, Pirates All Off To Fast Starts
Three teams have been red-hot out of the gates this April and they aren't necessarily who you'd expect.
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The Morning Sports News: 'Walk Off'
The Braves took the second game of a four game series last night against the Pirates as they had to overcome a three and a half hour rain delay along with a ninth inning deficit. New Brave Matt Adams went three for five including a walk off base hit to win the game in the bottom of the ninth 6-5. John said "The Braves have won...
30 Players: Josh Bell Ready To Showcase Bat For Pirates
The Pirates are hoping the young first baseman can improve upon his debut late last season.
The Morning Sports News: 'A New 1st Place Team'
The Detroit Lions took over sole position of first place yesterday as they beat the Vikings on a time expiring field goal by Matt Prater. Fricke said "It is week 11 in the NFL season and Detroit is...
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Fantasy Baseball's Version Of The Final Countdown Is Upon You Now
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The Morning Sports News: "Chicken Bones"
What's been a tough road trip for the Braves didn't get better Thursday night in an 8-2 loss at Pittsburgh. The biggest story from the game seemed to happen before it with Erick Aybar missing the game after getting a chicken bone stuck in his throat Hugh told us "They had to...
The Morning Sports News: "New Manager, Same Result"
New manager, same result for the Braves who lost to the Pirates Tuesday 12-9 to continue their worst start in franchise history. John mentioned the email that Fredi got about his plane the night before Hugh said "It was...
The Morning Sports News: Braves Lose And "Upset At Oracle"
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30 Players: Only A Matter Of Time Before Tyler Glasnow Makes Pirates Rotation
The Pirates look to have another young pitcher ready to make an impact on their starting rotation.
Guide To Visiting MLB Spring Training In Florida
Your travel guide to visiting any of the MLB teams in the Florida Grapefruit League for this year's spring training
Playoff Pinch Hits: Wild-Card Teams Dominating MLB Postseason
The Royals and Giants, both wild-card teams, could each make the World Series. The top MLB regular-season teams are out, again. Is this good for baseball?
Playoff Pinch Hits: National League Dominated Lately By Exclusive Group
The high-spending Cardinals, Giants and Phillies have won the last six National League pennants. The Cardinals or Giants will win it again in 2014.
Playoff Pinch Hits: Giants And Pirates Like It's 1971 All Over Again?
The Giants and Pirates meet in the playoffs for the first time since 1971. Winner of the National League Wild Card game moves on to the Division Series.
5 Times MLB Game Protests Have Been Upheld
With the San Francisco Giants being the first team since 1986 to successfully protest a game, we decided to take a look back at some of the past protested games upheld by the MLB. Here's five times MLB game protests have been upheld:
7 Great Fan Catches Using A Hat
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5 Crazy Events From Major League Baseball You May Have Missed
National League Mid-Season Team MVPs
Sometimes a team's best players don't make the All-Star team. Here are the National League's mid-season team MVPs.
Best Minor League Baseball Stadiums To Catch A Game
If you're in the mood for a road trip, or simply want to come out to support your local team, make your next stop a minor league baseball game at one of these fan favorite stadiums.
Pirates Have Future Ace In Gerrit Cole
Pirates pitcher Gerrit Cole put up impressive stats late last year. Can he hold up the whole season?
McAuley: Mapping Out The NL Playoff Landscape
Sports Verdict: Which Team Has A Better Shot At Making The Playoffs? Pirates Vs. Orioles
Both the Baltimore Orioles and the Pittsburgh Pirates are enjoying quality seasons midway through this year. With each team presenting a legitimate threat to make the playoffs in their respective leagues, the question is, which is most likely to achieve that goal?
Milestone Night for Brian McCann in Braves 7-1 Win
Pirates' Starling Marte Has Superstar Potential
With a little time, Starling Marte and the Pirates could make waves throughout baseball.
The Sports Kings: Braves Close Out Regular Season With 4-0 Win...
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"BABY #2 COMING THIS SUMMER," Amy Trainer.
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Priscilla Presley is contesting validity of Lisa Marie Presley's will
In a court filing, attorneys for Priscilla Presley filed a petition disputing a 2016 amendment to her daughter's will.
Meghan Trainor is expecting her second child
"BABY #2 COMING THIS SUMMER," Amy Trainer.
Rickey Smiley mourns the death of his son Brandon
The popular radio show host didn't share the cause of death or any other details. But he did ask his followers to pray for his family during this difficult time.
Barrett Strong, Motown singer and songwriter, dead at 81
Strong, along with Motown producer Norman Whitfield, also created some of the label's other top songs, including "I Heard It Through the Grapevine."
CVS, Walmart cut pharmacy hours, close some locations earlier, cite staffing shortage
An apparent shortage of pharmacists is forcing CVS and Walmart to reduce the hours of its pharmacies, as they close earlier in thousands of locations.
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CVS, Walmart cut pharmacy hours, close some locations earlier, cite staffing shortage
An apparent shortage of pharmacists is forcing CVS and Walmart to reduce the hours of its pharmacies, as they close earlier in thousands of locations.
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Damar Hamlin discharged after spending more than a week hospitalized due to a cardiac arrest
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Univ. of Georgia quarterback Bennett arrested in Texas for public intoxication
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Election-denying lawmakers hold key election oversight roles
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Priscilla Presley is contesting validity of Lisa Marie Presley's will
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"BABY #2 COMING THIS SUMMER," Amy Trainer.
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