HOUSTON — Framber Valdez tries to pitch the Astros to their second straight World Series appearance when Houston tries to win the American League pennant in Game 6 of the Championship Series against the Texas Rangers on Sunday night. After losing the first two games at home, the Astros finished a three-game sweep at Arlington … Read more
SAN ANTONIO — Big man Zach Collins has reportedly agreed to a contract extension with the Spurs that will keep him in San Antonio through 2026. The 25-year-old former lottery pick has gotten healthy and proven his value as a high-level shooter and passer who brings a level of ‘nasty’ that head coach Gregg Popovich loves. … Read more
The Texas Rangers experienced heartbreak in Game 5 but, with the Houston Astros still needing a win to take the AL pennant, there is still a chance for Texas. HOUSTON — The phrase “near and yet so far” may never be more applicable than throughout the later stages of Game 5 of the ALCS between … Read more
Riley Lammie, a sophomore, performs on the Yellow Jackets’ drum line with help from a paraprofessional and a customized wheelchair. PERRYSBURG, Ohio — When the Perrysburg High School marching band takes the field at Steinecker Stadium on Friday night, it will mark the regular season finale for the Yellow Jackets. The group has not only … Read more
Art Weston reeled in the biggest freshwater fish ever caught with a rod and six-pound test line. It was 100″ long and weighed nearly 300 lbs. TEXAS, USA — If someone asked you, “What’s the biggest fish you’ve ever caught”? What would you say? Well, angler Art Weston has a fish tale like no one … Read more
MLB said all six umpires decided Abreu’s pitch was intentional. MLB said it “took into account the dangerous nature of the pitch and its potential impact on player safety.” Abreu would start the suspension with Game 6 on Sunday unless he appeals. His pitch started a benches-clearing incident that led to a 12-minute delay before … Read more
Following the pivotal game, the debate on social media has been about the different ways each star celebrated their home run as they rounded the bases. ARLINGTON, Texas — As fans continue to talk about the shot heard around Texas in Game 5 of the American League Championship Series, the way a player celebrates a … Read more