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Play me a song: Braves organist charms fans, amuses players

Play me a song: Braves organist charms fans, amuses players

ATLANTA (AP) — Matthew Kaminski had intended to play a Grateful Dead song as the walk-up music for Houston's starting pitcher at the World Series. Luis Garcia. Jerry Garcia.
Edmonton Oilers ride power play to 2-1 road win over Vancouver Canucks

Edmonton Oilers ride power play to 2-1 road win over Vancouver Canucks

VANCOUVER — The Vancouver Canucks held Connor McDavid to a single assist for the first time this season. But they couldn’t skate away with a win over the Edmonton Oilers on Saturday night.
Abbotsford Canucks fall in overtime, second straight loss to Ontario Reign

Abbotsford Canucks fall in overtime, second straight loss to Ontario Reign

ABBOTSFORD, B.C. — T.J. Tynan beat Canucks goaltender Spencer Martin at 2:54 of overtime to lead the Ontario Reign past Abbotsford 3-2 in the American Hockey League on Saturday.
Unlikely hero, 2 HRs carry Braves to brink of Series title

Unlikely hero, 2 HRs carry Braves to brink of Series title

ATLANTA (AP) — A guy who spent most of the season in the minors kept the Braves in it. Then the offense finally came to life. Just like that, Atlanta is one win from its first World Series title in 26 years.
Powell, Lauther power Roughriders into playoff spot with win over Alouettes

Powell, Lauther power Roughriders into playoff spot with win over Alouettes

MONTREAL — By their own admission it was not the prettiest game for the Roughriders, but Saskatchewan nevertheless secured a playoff spot with a 19-14 victory over the Montreal Alouettes. Saturday night’s game was delayed as the B.C.
Owen Sound earn come-from-behind victory over Sarnia Sting to snap skid

Owen Sound earn come-from-behind victory over Sarnia Sting to snap skid

OWEN SOUND, Ont. — The Owen Sound Attack snapped a two-game losing skid with a come-from-behind 4-3 victory over the Sarnia Sting in the Ontario Hockey League Saturday.
Toronto FC II misses out on USL League One playoffs

Toronto FC II misses out on USL League One playoffs

Toronto FC II watched its post-season hopes disappear from afar Saturday in the USL League One regular-season finale. FC Tucson (11-10-7) defeated the visiting Richmond Kickers 4-2 to drop Toronto below the playoff line in seventh place.
Tavares leads Maple Leafs over Red Wings 5-4 despite sloppy third period

Tavares leads Maple Leafs over Red Wings 5-4 despite sloppy third period

TORONTO — John Tavares and the Maple Leafs were happy to secure two points in the standings. They were also left with a tinge of disappointment.
Sharks overcome loss of players, coach to protocols in win

Sharks overcome loss of players, coach to protocols in win

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Horgan and Gunnlaugson post wins to advance to men's qualifying game at pre-trials

Horgan and Gunnlaugson post wins to advance to men's qualifying game at pre-trials

LIVERPOOL, N.S. - Tanner Horgan drew the button with his final throw Saturday to lead his team to its seventh straight victory at the Home Hardware Canadian Curling Pre-Trials. The 6-5 win over Paul Flemming of Halifax gave the Kingston, Ont.