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AP Sports WriterRested Dodgers welcome weary Cubs in compelling NLCS rematchBy GREG BEACHAMLOS ANGELES (AP) When the Chicago Cubs began their NL Division Series clincher in Washington on Thursday night, the Los Angeles Dodgers watched it on their stadium video boards during an upbeat team workout in Chavez...

AP Sports Writer'Wiped out' Francona aching from Indians October ousterBy TOM WITHERSCLEVELAND (AP) Terry Francona's emotions remain raw. The rest of him is just tired.Two days after the Indians were ousted - long before they were ready to go - from October's postseason, Cleveland's manager was still trying...

Chicago Cubs plane diverted to Albuquerque for medical issueALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) A flight carrying the Chicago Cubs to Los Angeles was diverted to New Mexico early Friday due to a medical issue on board.The plane was on its way to California again within a few hours.Albuquerque International Sunport...

AP Sports WriterAfter latest playoff flop, Nats must decide Baker's futureBy HOWARD FENDRICHWASHINGTON (AP) This is nothing new for the Washington Nationals: enjoy the euphoria of an NL East title, then the disappointment of a Division Series exit - usually with a narrow Game 5 loss, usually at...

Los Angeles honors Tommy Lasorda as Dodgers enter NLCSLOS ANGELES (AP) As the Dodgers head into Game 1 of the NL Championship Series, the Los Angeles City Council has honored former manager Tommy Lasorda with a celebration of his recent 90th birthday.Council members praised Lasorda during Friday's meeting...

The Chicago Cubs and the Washington Nationals will both be gunning for a victory on 10/12/2017 at 8:05 PM when they meet in a game matchup. GAME: Chicago Cubs (94-72) at Washington Nationals (99-67) DATE/TIME: Thursday, October 12 - 8:00 PM EST WHERE: Nationals Park, Washington, District of Columbia ROT TEAM PS OU RL 959 Chicago Cubs 7.5 (-110) (-100) 7.5 (-110) - 120 100 960 Washington Nationals TV: 8:08 p.m....

AP Sports WriterCleveland rocked: Indians' season comes to stunning haltBy TOM WITHERSCLEVELAND (AP) The end came quickly, painfully and with little warning.When the final out was made, and Cleveland's season crashed way before it ever imagined with a 5-2 loss to the New York Yankees, the Indians retreated...

LEADING OFF: Cubs, Nationals settle NLDS in Game 5By The Associated PressA look at what's happening all around the majors Thursday:---GOING THE DISTANCEIt's a win-or-go-home Game 5 in the NL Division Series between the Chicago Cubs and Washington Nationals at 8:08 p.m. EDT. Kyle Hendricks pitches for the World...

AP Sports WriterYanks complete comeback, beat Indians 5-2 in Game 5 of ALDSBy TOM WITHERSCLEVELAND (AP) These young Yankees were unshaken, resilient and as tough as the city they represent.The baby Bronx Bombers have grown up fast.Didi Gregorius, following in the October footprints left by Derek Jeter, homered...

LEADING OFF: Cubs, Nationals settle NLDS in Game 5By The Associated PressA look at what's happening all around the majors Thursday:---GOING THE DISTANCEIt's a win-or-go-home Game 5 in the NL Division Series between the Chicago Cubs and Washington Nationals. Kyle Hendricks pitches for the World Series champion Cubs after...

AP Sports WriterAltuve looks for more as Astros prepare for Yankees in ALCSBy KRISTIE RIEKENHOUSTON (AP) Jose Altuve hit .346 to win the American League batting title for the second straight year before batting .533 in the ALDS to help the Houston Astros eliminate the Boston Red Sox.As...

AP Sports WriterNats name LHP Gonzalez starter for Game 5 of NLDS vs. CubsBy HOWARD FENDRICHWASHINGTON (AP) Left-hander Gio Gonzalez was picked to start Game 5 for the Washington Nationals on Thursday night in their NL Division Series against the Chicago Cubs.The Nationals announced their pitching choice on...