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Josh Hamilton hits walk-off double, probably makes Angels execs weep

The Angels unceremoniously dumped Josh Hamilton, practically paying Texas to take him. With tonight's walk-off, it looks like the deal is paying off for the Rangers.

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Joey Votto walks ... with a three-ball count

Joey Votto has always been an on-base artist, drawing walks like Da Vinci drew the Vitruvian Man. But walking to first base with just three balls; that takes, um, guts.

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Stephen Curry explains his connection to Riley in adorable video

In a video produced by the Warriors, Curry reflected on Riley's personality and their special relationship.

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Babe Ruth played his last game 80 years ago today — in a different world

May 30 marks the 80th anniversary of Babe Ruth's final game. Here's what the baseball world, and the world at large, looked like back then.

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A-Rod set to pass Barry Bonds on all-time RBI list, but who did it better?

Entering Saturday's slate of games, Alex Rodriguez is tied with Barry Bonds on the all-time RBI leaderboard with 1,996. But who did it better? Who did it faster?

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Pelicans interview Alvin Gentry, again, as talks heat up

With Scott Skiles off the market, things are heating up in New Orleans, where the Pelicans still need a coach.

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Andre Johnson told Bill O'Brien 'trade or release me' after fateful conversation

Texans coach Bill O'Brien told franchise mainstay Andre Johnson he'd have a reduced role. And that changed everything.

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Sefolosha: NYPD hurt not just his leg, but his reputation

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Analyzing Lil B, James Harden and a cryptic tweet

Lil B wants to make it crystal clear that he has spoken in regard to James Harden and the Based God curse. But what did he actually say? We break it down.

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LeBron James addresses Michael Brelo verdict, asks for Cleveland calm

LeBron's roots run deep in Northern Ohio. So as Cleveland confronts a controversy surrounding Michael Brelo's acquittal, protests and the outcry surrounding Tamir Rice's case, James speaks out to his city.

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Henderson Alvarez, Mat Latos injuries add to string of Marlins losses

The Marlins, who tried to hit the reset button with their hiring of Dan Jennings on Monday, aren't just losing games. They're losing pitchers.

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Jeff Van Gundy, Pelicans reportedly in talks about coaching job

ESPN's Marc Stein is reporting that his colleague has an eye on New Orleans and that interest might be mutual.

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Yankees press minor league team to cancel 'A-Rod Juice Box' night

The Charlotte Stone Crabs wanted to have a little fun at Alex Rodriguez's expense. A complaint from the Yankees quickly put that to a stop.

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Carlos Gomez takes 97 mph pitch to head, says 'I got lucky'

The bruised Brewer took a fastball from Noah "Thor" Syndergaard to the head, forcing Gomez to leave the game and undergo concussion testing.

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Jeff Conine reportedly named Marlins new manager (update)

According to USA Today's Bob Nightengale, the Marlins will look to a familiar face within the organization as their next manager.

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Harrison twins 'excited' to go separate ways in NBA Draft, but should they be?

Aaron and Andrew Harrison know the NBA Draft will likely split them up. They even say they're excited to go it alone. Should they be? History offers a complicated answer.

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Buddy Biancalana recalls when David Letterman made him a late night legend

In 1985, David Letterman created a counter to cruelly chronicle the slow-rising hit total of lifetime .205 hitter Buddy Biancalana. The Royal and World Series-winner reflects on Letterman and Late Night fame.

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Jim Kelly, cancer-free, offers advice to Manziel, Winston and QBs facing 'adversity'

Jim Kelly is the face of true adversity. The Bills icon and cancer survivor offers sage advice to QBs who are in the limelight for all the wrong reasons.

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Kris Bryant hits first career home run, returns to empty dugout

In his 21st game, Cubs rookie sensation Kris Bryant finally hit his first home run. His teammates offered him the quietest of congratulations.

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John Axford's son, recovering from snakebites, delivers adorable first pitch

Jameson Axford, 2, suffered two horrendous snakebites during spring training. On Friday, he finally made it back to the ballpark.

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Alex Rodriguez plays with autistic children, continues to be less of a bad guy

On Friday morning, Alex Rodriguez continued to counter his villain narrative, playing some baseball with the MLB Players Association and students from the New York Center for Autism Charter School.

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Beats vs. Bose at NFL Draft

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Martinez on Manny

Outfield bathroom breaks. High-fiving fans mid-play. Manny being Manny is an established museum of performance art. But Pedro Martinez's new book reveals the best Ramirez act yet.

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Supporting Baltimore from space

On April 15, NASA astronaut Terry W. Virts celebrated Jackie Robinson Day from space. Now, the Baltimore native is sending some love to his city and his team.

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Horton remembers 12th Street riots

On July 23, 1967, Willie Horton stood on a car amid Detroit's 12th Street riots and implored for peace. With Baltimore facing its own unrest, the former Tiger flashes back.

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Blomberg: NL needs DH

In 1973, Ron Blomberg became Major League Baseball's first DH. In the wake of Adam Wainwright's injury, he's advocating for the National League to end its 42 year ban on the position.

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Coaches on Curry

Stephen Curry might be on the precipice of an MVP award and a Warriors title. But once, he was a pint-sized, three-star recruit, far from the national radar. His coaches remember the competitiveness, confidence and kindness that helped him prove his doubters wrong.

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Guzan gives one up

U.S. men's national team goalkeeper Brad Guzan, manning the net for Aston Villa, delivered a perfect assist ... to the wrong team.

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Curry hits impossible shot

The game looked all but over for Golden State. Then Curry hit a corner 3 that silenced New Orleans.

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Spike Lee and NBA 2K16 leaks

Acclaimed filmmaker and New York Knicks superfan Spike Lee usually performs his NBA theatrics from the stands. In a reported role with NBA 2K16, though, he's calling the shots.

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Point guard, NFL prospect?

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Eating disorders among male runners

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55 games, all away

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Um, wrong Britt

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Cubs erect 'anti-autograph shield'

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Angels before anthems?

Traditionally, ticket takers at Angel Stadium would take a break to stand for "The Star-Spangled Banner." The team wants that to stop.

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Nationals, Red Sox talked Zimmermann

Nationals GM Mike Rizzo confirmed on Monday that Washington was willing to trade Jordan Zimmermann. One trade partner made perfect sense on paper.

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Michael Kay blasts Yankees fans

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Ellsbury flips over foul ball

Jacoby Ellsbury seems really excited about this fifth inning foul ball.

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A new, humbled Busch

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