Cronenworth’s grand slam lifts Padres over Reds
SAN DIEGO — Jake Cronenworth hit a tiebreaking grand slam in the seventh inning and Jurickson Profar had four hits for the San Diego Padres, who beat the Cincinnati Reds 6-2 Wednesday to take two of three in the series.
Kwan’s great defensive play leads Guardians over Astros
HOUSTON — Steven Kwan gave Cleveland the lead with his RBI double in the 10th inning and made a diving catch to start a double play in the bottom of the inning to lead the Guardians to a 3-2 win over the Houston Astros on Wednesday night.
Softball: Kenton earns first-ever share of WBL title
SHAWNEE TOWNSHIP — Kenton is no stranger to close games against its WBL opponents.
Royal Troon to feature the longest hole in British Open history
TROON, Scotland — Royal Troon will feature the longest hole in British Open history when the Ayrshire links hosts the event for the 10th time in July.
After a strong first round, overall NFL draft ratings down
NEW YORK — After posting strong numbers for the first round, viewership for the NFL draft was down 3% from last year on TV and digital platforms.
Astros option 2020 AL MVP Abreu to spring training facility
HOUSTON — The Houston Astros will option slumping first baseman José Abreu to their spring training facility to try and help the 2020 AL MVP get back on track.
Terms for Tyson-Paul fight include heavier gloves, shorter rounds
AUSTIN — Mike Tyson’s fight against Jake Paul in Texas this summer has been sanctioned as a competitive boxing match rather than an exhibition, and the rounds will be shorter and the gloves will be heavier.
Finch to have surgery on knee after sideline collision
MINNEAPOLIS — The Minnesota Timberwolves will enter their second-round playoff series against defending champion Denver with an unsettled bench — coach Chris Finch will be recovering from knee surgery.
Former MVP Trout needs surgery on torn meniscus
ANAHEIM — Los Angeles Angels star Mike Trout will have surgery to repair a torn meniscus in his left knee, sidelining the three-time AL MVP indefinitely.
