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Soderstrom and Gelof lead A's past Cubs 5-3, clinching NL Central crown for Brewers
— Tyler Soderstrom homered and Zack Gelof hit a tiebreaking double in the eighth inning as the Oakland Athletics beat the Chicago Cubs 5-3 on Wednesday, putting the Milwaukee Brewers in the playoffs.
WNBA
When was each WNBA team created? Franchise history to know
In the next three years, the WNBA will welcome new teams to Portland, Golden State and Toronto. How long have other fan-favorite teams been around?
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NFL
C.J. Stroud is rooting for Caleb Williams to succeed
Texans QB C.J. Stroud details his postgame interaction with Bears rookie Caleb Williams after their showdown in Week 2.
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MLB
White Sox dealt 117th loss as Adams' infield single in the 13th inning lifts Angels to 4-3 victory
— Eric Wagaman scored with one out in the 13th inning when Jordyn Adams' grounder deflected off the glove of third baseman Miguel Vargas, and the Los Angeles Angels dealt the Chicago White Sox their 117th loss, rallying for a 4-3 victory on Wednesday.
MLB
Angels walk off the White Sox in the 13th inning
Jordyn Adams brings in Eric Wagaman and the Angels defeat the White Sox in 13 innings.
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MLB
Zack Gelof beats the throw home to pad the A's lead
Zack Gelof beats the throw to the plate to give the Athletics a 5-3 lead.
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NFL
Bears' DJ Moore regrets showing emotions in loss to Texans
DJ Moore details his frustrations and says he regrets showing emotions in loss to the Texans.
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WNBA
Final regular-season WNBA rookie rankings: There's a new No. 1
Move over, Angel Reese, because Caitlin Clark is the new No. 1 in ESPN's rookie rankings just as the regular season ends. Who else makes the list?
MLB
The Passans: 2024 MLB season awards, from best duo and nastiest pitch to biggest disappointment
You already know who is winning MVP and Cy Young -- so it's time for our wide-ranging regular-season annual accolades.
NCAAF
An all-transfer team of September surprises
A look at the under-the-radar transfers this past offseason who are already having an impact.
NFL
'A rabbit hole most people know nothing about': How insurance became the NFL's secret hack
The Jets didn't insure Aaron Rodgers, costing them cap savings. The Eagles and 49ers used insurance to help achieve contender status.
Bears
NFL
Bears need to fix OL to help 'bruised up' Caleb Williams survive his rookie season
The Bears are struggling with their run game and pass blocking, and that hasn't been easy for rookie QB Caleb Williams.
WNBA
WNBA rookie tracker: Rickea Jackson, Brittney Griner ejected for scuffle
We're tracking every game for one of the most anticipated rookie classes in WNBA history.
MLB
White Sox suffer 116th loss as Wagaman, Canning help Angels snap their 6-game losing streak, 5-0
— Rookie Eric Wagaman homered for the second straight game, Griffin Canning threw six innings of three-hit ball, and the Los Angeles Angels dealt the Chicago White Sox their 116th loss with a 5-0 victory on Tuesday night.
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MLB
Eric Wagaman crushes his second MLB HR
Angels 3B Eric Wagaman lifts this one out for his second MLB home run.
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WNBA
WNBA playoffs tracker: No. 1 Liberty, No. 2 Lynx grab top two seeds
New York, Minnesota, Connecticut, Las Vegas, Seattle, Indiana and Phoenix are in the playoffs. One spot remains.
MLB
Shea Langeliers homers twice as the Oakland A's edge the Chicago Cubs 4-3
— Shea Langeliers homered twice, including a towering solo drive that cleared the Wrigley Field bleachers in left, and the Oakland Athletics beat the Chicago Cubs 4-3 on Tuesday night.
WNBA
Tina Charles has 16 points and 14 rebounds to tie WNBA double-double record, Dream beats Sky 86-70
— Jordin Canada scored 18 points, Tina Charles finished with 16 points and 14 rebounds to tie the WNBA record with the 193rd double-double of her career and the Atlanta Dream beat the Chicago Sky 86-70 on Tuesday night to move into the eighth playoff...
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MLB
Shea Langeliers belts a pair of 400+-foot HRs for A's
Shea Langeliers hits two home runs to power the Athletics against the Cubs.
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- Stroud: Wasn't trying to 'little bro' Williams on SNF
- 'Doubted' Brewers defy odds, win Central again
- Bears' Moore regrets showing emotions on SNF
- Foligno is first Blackhawks captain since Toews
- Wilson tops Reese's single-season rebound record
- Cubs to welcome back Steele to rotation Wed.
- Ryans: Tackle Mixon injured on 'definitely' hip-drop
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NBA: 2024-25 Central Standings
MLB: 2024 NL Central Standings
| TEAM | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Milwaukee | 88 | 64 | .579 | - | W1 |
| St. Louis | 77 | 75 | .507 | 11 | W3 |
| Chicago | 77 | 75 | .507 | 11 | L2 |
| Cincinnati | 74 | 79 | .484 | 14.5 | L1 |
| Pittsburgh | 71 | 81 | .467 | 17 | L3 |
MLB: 2024 AL Central Standings
| TEAM | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland | 88 | 65 | .575 | - | W1 |
| Kansas City | 82 | 71 | .536 | 6 | L4 |
| Minnesota | 80 | 72 | .526 | 7.5 | L1 |
| Detroit | 80 | 73 | .523 | 8 | W4 |
| Chicago | 36 | 117 | .235 | 52 | L2 |