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Pirates take advantage of a fortunate bounce to slip by Yankees 3-2 and avoid a 3-game sweep
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Pirates take advantage of a fortunate bounce to slip by Yankees 3-2 and avoid a 3-game sweep

· September 17, 2023

PITTSBURGH A crowded stadium. A playoff vibe. A tight game. They re the hallmarks of meaningful September baseball, a rite of fall that s been missing from PNC Park for nearly a decade.

Charlie Manuel, who managed Phillies to World Series title, makes progress after suffering stroke
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Charlie Manuel, who managed Phillies to World Series title, makes progress after suffering stroke

· September 17, 2023

ST. LOUIS Former manager Charlie Manuel suffered a stroke Saturday while undergoing a medical procedure in a Florida hospital, the Philadelphia Phillies announced.

Panthers QB Bryce Young’s humility, confidence a reflection of the parents who raised him
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Panthers QB Bryce Young’s humility, confidence a reflection of the parents who raised him

· September 17, 2023

CHARLOTTE, N.C. The day after he was selected No. 1 overall in the NFL draft, Carolina Panthers quarterback Bryce Young walked into the locker room at Bank of America Stadium and struggled to hold b

Myles Garrett and T.J. Watt are both ‘one of ones.’ Monday night provides a close-up look at both
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Myles Garrett and T.J. Watt are both ‘one of ones.’ Monday night provides a close-up look at both

· September 17, 2023

PITTSBURGH T.J. Watt s repertoire of pass rush moves runs deep.

Sainz wins thrilling Singapore Grand Prix as Verstappen and Red Bull’s streaks end
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Sainz wins thrilling Singapore Grand Prix as Verstappen and Red Bull’s streaks end

· September 17, 2023

SINGAPORE The dominant Red Bulls were out of the picture and Formula One had its most thrilling fight for a win this season.

Missouri quarterback Brady Cook endures the home boos and keeps the Tigers on an unbeaten roll
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Missouri quarterback Brady Cook endures the home boos and keeps the Tigers on an unbeaten roll

· September 17, 2023

COLUMBIA, Mo. Missouri quarterback Brady Cook spent most of last season playing through a shoulder injury so severe it required offseason surgery. Yet because he never whimpered or complained, few o

Charlie Manuel, who managed Phillies to World Series title, suffers stroke during medical procedure
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Charlie Manuel, who managed Phillies to World Series title, suffers stroke during medical procedure

· September 16, 2023

ST. LOUIS Former manager Charlie Manuel suffered a stroke Saturday while undergoing a medical procedure in a Florida hospital, the Philadelphia Phillies announced.

Hartman leads Irish past Central Michigan
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Hartman leads Irish past Central Michigan

· September 16, 2023

SOUTH BEND, Ind. With a typically efficient performance, Sam Hartman sent Notre Dame into a showdown with Ohio State next week without drama.

RailRiders fall to Bisons
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RailRiders fall to Bisons

· September 16, 2023

The Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders dropped 3-2 to the Buffalo Bisons in extra innings.

Aberg makes it look easy and leads by 2 at Wentworth as he pursues another win
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Aberg makes it look easy and leads by 2 at Wentworth as he pursues another win

· September 16, 2023

VIRGINIA WATER, England Ludvig Aberg of Sweden closed in on his second straight victory on Saturday when he posted a 6-under 66 at Wentworth for a two-shot lead over Connor Syme and Ryder Cup teamma

Penn State defense delivers with five takeaways in 30-13 win at Illinois
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Penn State defense delivers with five takeaways in 30-13 win at Illinois

· September 16, 2023

Penn State s defense did enough to win the game single-handedly. But it was a jolt from a Wyoming Valley Conference alum that finally got things going for the offense on the road.

The Browns sent a message in Week 1. Winning in Pittsburgh on Monday night could send a bigger one
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The Browns sent a message in Week 1. Winning in Pittsburgh on Monday night could send a bigger one

· September 16, 2023

PITTSBURGH The Cleveland Browns have won in Week 1 before.

Gannon’s second game as head coach comes against familiar foe
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Gannon’s second game as head coach comes against familiar foe

· September 16, 2023

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King’s College celebrates homecoming with shutout of Albright

· September 16, 2023

WILKES-BARRE King s College celebrated homecoming in style on Saturday, recording a 56-0 victory over overmatched Albright.

High School Football: Lehman tops Holy Redeemer for first win of season
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High School Football: Lehman tops Holy Redeemer for first win of season

· September 16, 2023

KINGSTON In a battle of teams looking to break into the win column, it was Lake-Lehman who emerged, finding their groove offensively to rout Holy Redeemer 43-19 at Spartan Stadium.

H.S. Football: Dallas takes advantage of mistakes to rout West Scranton
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H.S. Football: Dallas takes advantage of mistakes to rout West Scranton

· September 16, 2023

DALLAS TWP. When West Scranton made a mistake Saturday afternoon, Dallas was ready to capitalize.

Penn State vs. Illinois Prediction and Odds - Week 3 Preview
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Penn State vs. Illinois Prediction and Odds - Week 3 Preview

· September 16, 2023
H.S. Football: DeLucca, Patriots roll past Hanover Area
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H.S. Football: DeLucca, Patriots roll past Hanover Area

· September 15, 2023

YATESVILLE Pittston Area s quarterback situation was set going into the season with Drew DeLucca returning for his third year as the starter.

H.S. Football: Wyoming Area holds off strong effort from Nanticoke Area
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H.S. Football: Wyoming Area holds off strong effort from Nanticoke Area

· September 15, 2023

WEST PITTSTON Wyoming Area combined three quick strikes on offense with repeated, sturdy defensive efforts Friday night to fight off an impressive performance by short-handed Nanticoke Area and rema

H.S. Football: Crestwood shakes off season-opening skid with win over Valley West
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H.S. Football: Crestwood shakes off season-opening skid with win over Valley West

· September 15, 2023

WRIGHT TWP. Crestwood found a way to end its losing streak with a 17-7 second-half comeback win over Wyoming Valley West on Friday night.