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MLB-SCHEDULE Cobb’s 5 scoreless IP in return lead Angels over White Sox UNDATED (AP) — Alex Cobb pitched five scoreless innings, Luis Rengifo and Jose Rojas hit home runs, and the Los Angeles Angels coasted to a 9-3 win over the Chicago White Sox. Cobb was activated from the 10-day injured list after suffering right wrist inflammation and allowed two…

Miller cracking wise on teammates again after big comeback

By ARNIE STAPLETON - AP Pro Football Writer

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Broncos star linebacker Von Miller returned to the lineup with a pair of sacks last week. Miller showed he’s truly back at his weekly podium appearance this week when he cracked wise on his teammates just like old times. Miller said he didn’t have any advice for top draft pick Patrick Surtain II in advance of his first NFL start Sunday other than to offer him some style suggestions to upgrade his wardrobe. And Miller went on a rift about stealing sacks from his teammates who can’t reach the quarterback quite as fast as he can even at age 32.

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MLB-SCHEDULE Reds avoid sweep, edge Pirates 1-0 UNDATED (AP) — Tyler Mahle (MAH’-lee) allowed five hits over six innings and the Cincinnati Reds avoided a sweep by edging Pittsburgh 1-0. Pinch-hitter Asdrúbal Cabrera (ahs-DROO’-buhl kah-BREHR’-uh) provided the game’s only run with a sacrifice fly against Cody Ponce. The victory gave the Reds a little momentum at the end of a…

Chiefs’ Mathieu ready to take field after COVID-19 bout

By DAVE SKRETTA - AP Sports Writer

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All-Pro safety Tyrann Mathieu was cleared the day before the Chiefs beat the Browns 33-29 at Arrowhead Stadium, and coach Andy Reid made the prudent decision to hold him out after missing nearly two weeks of practice. And while Mathieu would have loved to be on the field last weekend, he acknowledged that the coaching staff made the right decision. Mathieu has been practicing all week, though, and will be on the field when the Chiefs visit the Ravens for a Sunday night showcase. 

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MLB-SCHEDULE Giants’ Gausman looks to extend his streak UNDATED (AP) — Kevin Gausman tries to build on his impressive season when he starts for the playoff-bound San Francisco Giants Thursday against San Diego. Gausman is 5-0 in his last eight starts for the NL West leaders. Part of his success during that streak has come from keeping the ball in…

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MLB-SCHEDULE Jays, Bosox, Yanks win UNDATED (AP) — The Toronto Blue Jays, Boston Red Sox and New York Yankees continue to share the two AL wild-card berths following wins by each team. The Blue Jays are 13-2 this month after Bo Bichette (bih-SHEHT’) and Robbie Ray led them to a 6-3 victory over the Rays. Bichette put Toronto ahead to…

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MLB-SCHEDULE Jays, Bosox, Yanks win UNDATED (AP) — The Toronto Blue Jays, Boston Red Sox and New York Yankees continue to share the two AL wild-card berths following wins by each team. The Blue Jays are 13-2 this month after Bo Bichette (bih-SHEHT’) and Robbie Ray led them to a 6-3 victory over the Rays. Bichette put Toronto ahead to…

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MLB-SCHEDULE Jays, Bosox, Yanks win UNDATED (AP) — The Toronto Blue Jays, Boston Red Sox and New York Yankees continue to share the two AL wild-card berths following wins by each team. The Blue Jays are 13-2 this month after Bo Bichette (bih-SHEHT’) and Robbie Ray led them to a 6-3 victory over the Rays. Bichette put Toronto ahead to…

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MLB-SCHEDULE Jays, Bosox, Yanks win UNDATED (AP) — The Toronto Blue Jays, Boston Red Sox and New York Yankees continue to share the top AL wild-card berths following wins by each team. The Blue Jays are 13-2 this month after Bo Bichette (bih-SHEHT’) and Robbie Ray led them to a 6-3 victory over the Rays. Bichette put Toronto ahead to…

A’s hold off Royals 12-10 to keep pace in AL wild-card race

By DAVE SKRETTA - AP Sports Writer

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Matt Olson hit a two-run homer, Josh Harrison drove in three runs and Elvis Andrus had four hits as the Oakland Athletics beat the Kansas City Royals 12-10. Oakland ended a three-game slide and remained 3 1/2 games back of Toronto, Boston and New York in the AL wild-card chase. Mark Canha and Tony Kemp also drove in runs off losing pitcher Carlos Hernandez. Sean Manaea also struggled on the mound but picked up the win. Andrew Chafin got the final four outs for the A’s for his seventh save. Salvador Perez provided the biggest highlight for Kansas City with his 44th homer of the season.