Sparks, Storm both hope to continue winning streaks

Seattle Storm guard Skylar Diggins-Smith (4) is defended by Phoenix Mercury guards Natasha Cloud (0) and Rebecca Allen (11) during the first quarter at Footprint Center in Phoenix on Sunday, June 16, 2024. The Seattle Storm can close with a three-game winning streak before the Olympic break when they visit a Los Angeles Sparks team…

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Mystics hope 3-point success continues against Mercury

Jul 2, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; Washington Mystics guard Ariel Atkins (7) shoots the ball against LA Sparks forward Dearica Hamby (5) in the second half at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports The Washington Mystics love shooting threes. The Phoenix Mercury allow plenty of them. Both squads will look to enter…

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Tigers hope to solve Guardians’ Jose Ramirez

Jun 23, 2024; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Guardians designated hitter Jose Ramirez (11) stands at home plate in the first inning against the Toronto Blue Jays at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-USA TODAY Sports The American League Central-leading Cleveland Guardians have played two very different games in Detroit this week. After getting shut out…

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Surging Twins hope to keep rolling against White Sox

Jul 8, 2024; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Minnesota Twins outfielder Max Kepler (26) celebrates with teammates in the dugout after scoring against the Chicago White Sox during the 11th inning at Guaranteed Rate Field. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-USA TODAY Sports Five players had multi-hit games for the Minnesota Twins in their latest victory, an 8-6, 11-inning…

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SKC hope recent home trend continues vs. FC Dallas

Jul 4, 2024; Commerce City, Colorado, USA; Sporting Kansas City midfielder Erik Thommy (26) collides with Colorado Rapids defender Keegan Rosenberry (2) during the second half at Dick’s Sporting Goods Park. Mandatory Credit: Andrew Wevers-USA TODAY Sports Sporting Kansas City has struggled this season, but their recent home success could be a good sign ahead…

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Angels hope to jump-start offense against Cubs

Jul 5, 2024; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Los Angeles Angels outfielder Taylor Ward (3) hits a one run single against the Chicago Cubs during the fifth inning at Wrigley Field. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-USA TODAY Sports Offense has been a premium recently for the Los Angeles Angels. Los Angeles has totaled just one run over its…

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Rockies hope to settle in at home against Royals

Jun 30, 2024; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Colorado Rockies pitcher Kyle Freeland (21) throws the ball against the Chicago White Sox during the first inning at Guaranteed Rate Field. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-USA TODAY Sports The Colorado Rockies will look to win consecutive games at home for the first time in more than a month when…

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Rays hope to continue consistent play vs. Royals

Jun 30, 2024; St. Petersburg, Florida, USA; Tampa Bay Rays first baseman Isaac Paredes (17) congratulates outfielder Randy Arozarena (56) after hitting a home run against the Washington Nationals in the seventh inning at Tropicana Field. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-USA TODAY Sports Winners of four straight series, the Tampa Bay Rays will try to…

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