Early scoring, lockdown bullpen carry Hawks to Game 3 triumph over BayStars

The Fukuoka SoftBank Hawks won the first two games of the Japan Series with a blowout and a dramatic late-inning comeback.To get the third, they ...

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South Africa recommended to stage 2023 Rugby World Cup

After failing with three successive bids, South Africa was recommended on Tuesday as the best host for the 2023 Rugby World Cup ahead of France ...

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Ryota Morioka, Kazuki Nagasawa added to national team for upcoming friendlies in Europe

Midfielder Ryota Morioka of Belgian club Waasland-Beveren and Urawa Reds midfielder Kazuki Nagasawa were named to the Japan team for November’s friendlies against Brazil and ...

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BayStars remain positive as series resumes in Yokohama

Despite his team getting off to an 0-2 start in the ongoing Japan Series, Yokohama BayStars outfielder Takayuki Kajitani held his head up high as ...

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Trades of NBA stars all about team harmony

Wonder why so many NBA teams were willing, almost eager, to trade away stars this past offseason?If one is adept at reading between the lines, ...

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Shoma Uno coming on strong in bid for Olympic gold

Shoma Uno began his Grand Prix campaign with a grand performance at Skate Canada last week. The world silver medalist won the competition in Regina, ...

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Sharks spoil Patrick Marleau’s return to San Jose

Rookie defenseman Tim Heed stole the show from Patrick Marleau in his return to San Jose.Heed scored a tiebreaking goal on the power play early ...

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