Game highlights: Javier’s strong start leads Astros to win over Rangers in Game 3 of ALCS

The Houston Astros lost the first two games of the ALCS to the Texas Rangers but bounced back to take Game 3. ARLINGTON, Texas — Jose Altuve homered, Cristian Javier worked into the sixth inning of another solid postseason start and the Houston Astros beat the Texas Rangers 8-5 on Wednesday night, closing to 2-1 … Read more

Las Vegas Aces become first repeat WNBA champs in 21 years, beating New York Liberty 70-69 in Game 4

The Las Vegas Aces became the first team in 21 years to win back-to-back WNBA championships, getting 24 points and 16 rebounds from A’ja Wilson. NEW YORK — The Las Vegas Aces became the first team in 21 years to win back-to-back WNBA championships, getting 24 points and 16 rebounds from A’ja Wilson and a … Read more

Updates and highlights: Altuve’s homer adds to Astros’ lead over Rangers in Game 3 of ALCS

The Houston Astros lost the first two games of the ALCS to the Texas Rangers. ARLINGTON, Texas — The Texas Rangers host the Houston Astros on Wednesday in Game 3 of the ALCS. The Rangers are up 2-0 in the series. Cristian Javier starts Game for Houston, with the 26-year-old right-hander making his fourth start … Read more