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Houston Astros pitcher Kai-Wei Teng is finding success by trusting his full arsenal, not just his best pitch. His confidence paid off with six scoreless innings against the Cubs, helping Houston's injury-riddled rotation find stability.
VCU's baseball team turned a weather delay into momentum, staging a comeback with clutch pitching and a three-run eighth inning to advance in the Atlantic 10 Championship. The Rams showed resilience when it mattered most.
The Nebraska Huskers punched their ticket to back-to-back Super Regionals with a nail-biting 1-0 victory over Grand Canyon, powered by a solo home run and dominant pitching. Two talented pitchers turned a windy afternoon into a defensive masterclass that had 30,000 fans on the edge of their seats.
The Pine Grove Cardinals softball team claimed their second consecutive Schuylkill League championship with a 5-1 victory over Blue Mountain, powered by clutch home runs and dominant pitching. The dramatic win marks the seventh league title in program history for the Pennsylvania high school. #
New York Yankees pitcher Cam Schlittler just joined baseball legend Walter Johnson in an exclusive club that's been closed for over a century. His dominant pitching through nine games matched benchmarks last seen in 1913.
The Milwaukee Brewers turned a Yankees pitching mistake into their first walk-off victory of 2026, with William Contreras lifting a sacrifice fly to cap a dramatic 4-3 comeback win. The game showcased how resilience and capitalizing on opportunities can turn the tide in moments that matter most.
Baseball superstar Shohei Ohtani is pitching better than ever as he finds the perfect balance between his dual roles. The Dodgers' strategic rest approach is unleashing a dominant ace who's rewriting the record books.
The Kansas City Royals haven't lost a game in May, extending their winning streak to five games despite last-minute pitching changes. Backup pitcher Stephen Kolek stepped up in his season debut to help the team continue their remarkable turnaround from an eight-game losing streak just two weeks ago.
Pittsburgh's young pitching ace Paul Skenes came within eight outs of a perfect game, retiring the first 20 batters in a 6-0 Pirates victory. The 23-year-old phenom continues an historic start to his career that has him on pace to be one of baseball's all-time greats.
Students from 83 universities across 20 countries are pitching sustainable business solutions in Thailand's Bangkok Business Challenge 2026. The competition puts over $42,000 in prizes behind the next generation of impact-driven entrepreneurs.
Pete Crow-Armstrong scored the winning run and celebrated by jumping into the stands with fans as the Chicago Cubs completed a sweep with their fifth straight victory. The 2-1 extra-inning win showcased resilient pitching and clutch hitting that brought Wrigley Field to life.
Middle school, high school, and college students pitched their entrepreneurial dreams Shark Tank-style at Columbia College's Fish Tank Competition, with the youngest competitors stealing the show. Three students walked away with top prizes and validation that their ideas could change the world.
Baseball superstar Shohei Ohtani proved he's still superhuman even when doing just one job, striking out 10 batters in a dominant pitching performance for the Dodgers. After getting hit by a pitch earlier this week, he focused solely on the mound and delivered his best outing of the season.
The New York Yankees pitching staff is rewriting history books with a defensive performance not seen in over 80 years. Through their first five games of the season, they've allowed only three runs total, matching the 1943 Cardinals for the best start in baseball history.
After battling back from Tommy John surgery, 22-year-old pitching prospect Andrew Painter will step onto the mound for his first Major League Baseball game on March 31. The Philadelphia Phillies officially announced their top prospect will join the Opening Day roster, marking the most anticipated homegrown pitcher debut in nearly two decades.
In a nail-biting World Baseball Classic semifinal, Team USA defeated the Dominican Republic 2-1 to advance to Tuesday's championship game. Stellar pitching from Paul Skenes and clutch home runs from Gunnar Henderson and Roman Anthony sealed the victory in front of a passionate Miami crowd.
The United States defeated the Dominican Republic 2-1 in a thrilling pitching duel to advance to Tuesday's World Baseball Classic championship game. Two home runs and dominant pitching carried the Americans past a powerhouse Dominican lineup that had crushed opponents all tournament.
In a converted petrol station in Beirut, 40 volunteers are preparing thousands of hot meals each day for families fleeing conflict. Even a 14-year-old is pitching in to help feed Lebanon's displaced.
Boston University's softball team shocked three nationally ranked Power Four programs at the Duke Invitational, winning three of four games behind clutch pitching and last-inning heroics. The reigning three-time Patriot League champions proved their chemistry and never-quit attitude can compete with anyone.
Pittsburgh Pirates ace Paul Skenes is pitching for Team USA in the World Baseball Classic to honor the servicemen and women he trained alongside at the Air Force Academy. The reigning Cy Young Award winner says representing his country gives the tournament deeper meaning than just baseball.
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