Seth Lugo, Royals chase series win against Guardians

Jun 25, 2024; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Royals starting pitcher Seth Lugo (67) pitches in the first inning against the Miami Marlins at Kauffman Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Peter Aiken-USA TODAY Sports After Saturday’s 7-2 win, the visiting Cleveland Guardians will try to earn a series split against the Kansas City Royals on Sunday…

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After stern wake-up call, Cubs eye series win vs. Brewers

Jun 29, 2024; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Chicago Cubs outfielder Ian Happ (8) rounds the bases after hitting a home run against the Milwaukee Brewers in the eighth inning at American Family Field. Mandatory Credit: Michael McLoone-USA TODAY Sports An irate Justin Steele implored his Chicago Cubs teammates to “wake the (expletive) up” on Saturday after…

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Reds’ Hunter Greene looks to rebound vs. Cardinals

Cincinnati Reds pitcher Hunter Greene (21) throws a pitch in the first inning of the MLB National League game between the Cincinnati Reds and the Pittsburgh Pirates at Great American Ball Park on Tuesday, June 25, 2024. The Pirates won the second game of the series, 9-5. Right-hander Hunter Greene’s most recent start for the…

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Ascending Angels seek sweep of tumbling Tigers

Jun 14, 2024; San Francisco, California, USA; Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Tyler Anderson (31) delivers a pitch against the San Francisco Giants during the second inning at Oracle Park. Mandatory Credit: D. Ross Cameron-USA TODAY Sports The Los Angeles Angels and Detroit Tigers will wrap up the month of June on Sunday afternoon in…

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Byron Buxton buzzing along as Twins wrap Seattle series

Jun 25, 2024; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Minnesota Twins outfielder Byron Buxton rounds the bases after hitting a solo home run in the fifth inning against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports Sometimes, it pays to simplify. That, and coffee, of course. Since embracing what he called a “see…

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Booming bats give Orioles a shot to sweep Rangers

May 1, 2024; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Baltimore Orioles outfielder Heston Kjerstad (13) singles during the third inning against the New York Yankees at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports The Baltimore Orioles, who have been tapping into some relatively new sources of production, will go for a sweep of the…

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Angels OF Mike Trout (knee) targeting return by late July

Jun 19, 2024; Anaheim, California, USA; Los Angeles Angels center fielder Mike Trout (27) looks on from the dugout against the Milwaukee Brewers at Angel Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports Los Angeles Angels star center fielder Mike Trout is hopeful to return from knee surgery by late July in what has been another…

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Skirt Steak Recipe for Sunday

Good morning. There’s a famous New York City dream where you discover an extra room in your apartment and it changes your life, at least until you get used to having the space. I experienced a version of that in my waking life recently. I arose early, showered, got dressed and made to head off…

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Surging Padres look to continue pounding Red Sox

Apr 21, 2024; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Boston Red Sox starting pitcher Josh Winckowski (25) delivers a pitch against the Pittsburgh Pirates during the first inning at PNC Park. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports The visiting San Diego Padres will attempt to extend their winning streak to six games Sunday afternoon when they wrap up…

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