Houston Astros win ALCS Game 1, beat New York Yankees 2-1

Houston Astros win ALCS Game 1, beat New York Yankees 2-1

Dallas Keuchel dominated the Yankees again, striking out 10 in seven scoreless innings to lead the Houston Astros over New York 2-1 on Friday night in the AL Championship Series opener.

Dallas Keuchel dominated the Yankees again, striking out 10 in seven scoreless innings to lead the Houston Astros over New York 2-1 on Friday night in the AL Championship Series opener.

Arena quits after US World Cup failure, Gulati stays for now

Arena quits after US World Cup failure, Gulati stays for now

NEW YORK (AP) - Bruce Arena quickly resigned as U.S. coach after the Americans' failure to qualify for the World Cup. U.S. Soccer Federation President Sunil Gulati is staying around, at least for now. Arena quit Friday, three days after the ruinous 2-1 loss at 99th-ranked Trinidad and Tobago that ended the Americans' streak of seven straight World Cup appearances.

NEW YORK (AP) - Bruce Arena quickly resigned as U.S. coach after the Americans' failure to qualify for the World Cup. U.S. Soccer Federation President Sunil Gulati is staying around, at least for now. Arena quit Friday, three days after the ruinous 2-1 loss at 99th-ranked Trinidad and Tobago that ended the Americans' streak of seven straight World Cup appearances.

Cubs eliminate Nationals, advance to NLCS

Cubs eliminate Nationals, advance to NLCS

Addison Russell drove in four runs, Wade Davis earned a seven-out save, and the Chicago Cubs reached their third NL Championship Series in a row by edging the Washington Nationals 9-8 in a thriller of a Game 5.

Addison Russell drove in four runs, Wade Davis earned a seven-out save, and the Chicago Cubs reached their third NL Championship Series in a row by edging the Washington Nationals 9-8 in a thriller of a Game 5.

'Kneel-in' protest planned for Panthers Thursday night game at Bank of America Stadium

'Kneel-in' protest planned for Panthers Thursday night game at Bank of America Stadium

They are calling the planned protest a kneel-in and it will be taking place on Mint and Graham right before the game with the goal to protest social and economic issues of people of color in Charlotte.

They are calling the planned protest a kneel-in and it will be taking place on Mint and Graham right before the game with the goal to protest social and economic issues of people of color in Charlotte.

Federal court clears way for Zeke Elliott's 6-game suspension

Federal court clears way for Zeke Elliott's 6-game suspension

A federal appeals court has lifted an injunction that blocked a six-game suspension for Dallas Cowboys star Ezekiel Elliott, clearing the way for the NFL's punishment over domestic violence allegations and likely leading to the running back's legal team seeking further relief.

A federal appeals court has lifted an injunction that blocked a six-game suspension for Dallas Cowboys star Ezekiel Elliott, clearing the way for the NFL's punishment over domestic violence allegations and likely leading to the running back's legal team seeking further relief.

Yankees beat Indians, advance to ALCS

Yankees beat Indians, advance to ALCS

Didi Gregorius, following in the October footprints left by Derek Jeter, homered twice off Corey Kluber as the New York Yankees beat the Cleveland Indians 5-2 in Game 5 on Wednesday night to complete their comeback from a 2-0 deficit in the Division Series and dethrone the AL champions.

Didi Gregorius, following in the October footprints left by Derek Jeter, homered twice off Corey Kluber as the New York Yankees beat the Cleveland Indians 5-2 in Game 5 on Wednesday night to complete their comeback from a 2-0 deficit in the Division Series and dethrone the AL champions.

Dynamo wins 2-1 on Sporting KC own goal in 77nd minute

Dynamo wins 2-1 on Sporting KC own goal in 77nd minute

Tomas Martinez scored in the 63rd minute and his free kick in the 77th led to an own goal, helping the Houston Dynamo beat Sporting Kansas City 2-1 on Wednesday night. Houston (12-10-10) moved within one point of a third-place tie with Portland and Seattle. Second-place Sporting KC (12-8-12) needed at least a draw to secure a playoff spot.

Tomas Martinez scored in the 63rd minute and his free kick in the 77th led to an own goal, helping the Houston Dynamo beat Sporting Kansas City 2-1 on Wednesday night. Houston (12-10-10) moved within one point of a third-place tie with Portland and Seattle. Second-place Sporting KC (12-8-12) needed at least a draw to secure a playoff spot.

Vikings celebrate TD with game of 'Duck, Duck, Gray Duck'

Vikings celebrate TD with game of 'Duck, Duck, Gray Duck'

Touchdown celebrations have been a staple of NFL games for a while now, but Monday night the Minnesota Vikings officially raised the bar.

Touchdown celebrations have been a staple of NFL games for a while now, but Monday night the Minnesota Vikings officially raised the bar.

Stanley Cup champion Pittsburgh Penguins visit President Trump at White House

Stanley Cup champion Pittsburgh Penguins visit President Trump at White House

After adding to the uproar over NFL players who protest during the national anthem, President Donald Trump mostly stuck to hockey in honoring the Stanley Cup-winning Pittsburgh Penguins on Tuesday, calling them 'true champions and incredible patriots.'

After adding to the uproar over NFL players who protest during the national anthem, President Donald Trump mostly stuck to hockey in honoring the Stanley Cup-winning Pittsburgh Penguins on Tuesday, calling them 'true champions and incredible patriots.'

Adrian Peterson traded to Arizona Cardinals

Adrian Peterson traded to Arizona Cardinals

Adrian Peterson’s tenure with the New Orleans Saints is over after just four games and 27 rushing attempts. The Saints have traded Peterson to the Arizona Cardinals, according to a report from ESPN’s Dianna Russini.

Adrian Peterson’s tenure with the New Orleans Saints is over after just four games and 27 rushing attempts. The Saints have traded Peterson to the Arizona Cardinals, according to a report from ESPN’s Dianna Russini.

NFL owners to discuss anthem policy, new platform next week

NFL owners to discuss anthem policy, new platform next week

NFL owners are expected to discuss potential rule and policy changes regarding protests during the national anthem during a regularly scheduled meeting, according to a league official.

NFL owners are expected to discuss potential rule and policy changes regarding protests during the national anthem during a regularly scheduled meeting, according to a league official.

Trump says US should change tax law to punish NFL

Trump says US should change tax law to punish NFL

President Donald Trump is suggesting the U.S. change its tax laws to punish organizations like the NFL if members are "disrespecting" the national anthem or flag.

President Donald Trump is suggesting the U.S. change its tax laws to punish organizations like the NFL if members are "disrespecting" the national anthem or flag.

Jerry Jones tells Cowboys players to respect the U.S. flag

Jerry Jones tells Cowboys players to respect the U.S. flag

Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones told his team, any player who disrespects the flag will not play. Jones made the comment after Sunday's game against the Green Bay Packers. Jones said, "We're going to respect the flag. The Dallas Cowboys are going to stand up for the flag, just so we're clear." Every player stood for the national anthem before the Cowboys-Packers game. The Cowboys have not had...

Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones told his team, any player who disrespects the flag will not play. Jones made the comment after Sunday's game against the Green Bay Packers. Jones said, "We're going to respect the flag. The Dallas Cowboys are going to stand up for the flag, just so we're clear." Every player stood for the national anthem before the Cowboys-Packers game. The Cowboys have not had...

Texans must prepare for life without Watt, Mercilus

Texans must prepare for life without Watt, Mercilus

With JJ Watt and Whitney Mercilus both out for the season, the Texans will have to find a way to replace their production.

With JJ Watt and Whitney Mercilus both out for the season, the Texans will have to find a way to replace their production.

Texans must face life without Watt, Mercilus.
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Texans must face life without Watt, Mercilus.

With JJ Watt and Whitney Mercilus both out for the season, the Texans will have to find a way to replace their production. The Texans did not mince words when reacting to the news of the injuries. However, the team is not out of it yet. Deshaun Watson continues his record-setting rookie campaign and will help keep the Texans season alive.

With JJ Watt and Whitney Mercilus both out for the season, the Texans will have to find a way to replace their production. The Texans did not mince words when reacting to the news of the injuries. However, the team is not out of it yet. Deshaun Watson continues his record-setting rookie campaign and will help keep the Texans season alive.