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A youth baseball team from Curaçao just secured something no team from their island nation has earned before: direct entry to the 2026 Little League World Series. Pariba Little League fought through a tough tournament to claim their ticket to Williamsport, continuing a legacy that includes producing MLB stars.
Women's rugby league is making history in Africa as five nations unite for a groundbreaking exhibition match in Lagos. Nigeria's Green Falcons, fresh off winning silver at the World Series, will face the continent's best players on April 19.
Chicago White Sox legend Ozzie Guillén broke down in tears when he learned live on air that the team would retire his number 13, making him the first manager in franchise history to receive the honor. The 2005 World Series-winning skipper had no idea the announcement was coming during the team's home opener Friday.
In the most famous World Series game ever played, the Chicago Cubs didn't just break a 108-year curse. They also became the only team in baseball history to have three catchers all record hits and RBIs in a single World Series game.
The Miami Marlins kicked off "Teal Sundays" with their classic 1993 uniforms and a dramatic walk-off home run to stay undefeated. The nostalgic jerseys honor the franchise's founding era and World Series glory days.
After a devastating World Series Game 7 loss, Toronto Blue Jays manager John Schneider discovered a handwritten letter from NBA coach Steve Kerr that had been sitting on his desk for months. The unexpected message of encouragement arrived exactly when he needed it most.
The Los Angeles Dodgers made history by winning consecutive World Series titles for the first time in franchise history, celebrating with a dazzling ring ceremony before their home opener. Stars Shohei Ohtani, Freddie Freeman, and Mookie Betts received championship rings studded with diamonds and sapphires that tell the story of their 2025 victory.
Houston Astros player Carlos Correa and his 3-year-old son nearly drowned in a Minnesota lake last summer when leg cramps left him fighting for their lives. The terrifying experience led to a spiritual awakening that changed how the World Series champion approaches life today.
Baseball star Max Scherzer was ready to retire due to chronic thumb pain until he discovered an unusual cure: playing piano. The simple hobby strengthened his hands enough to pitch in the World Series and extend his Hall of Fame career.
Yankees star Aaron Judge says the World Baseball Classic atmosphere surpassed even the World Series. Over 36,000 fans packed Miami's stadium as Team USA narrowly defeated the Dominican Republic 2-1 in a thrilling semifinal showdown.
Nearly 400 elite Paralympic athletes are competing in Italy's Lignano Sabbiadoro through March 15, including four-time Paralympic champion Carlotta Gilli racing on home soil. The World Series event showcases rising stars and established champions as they prepare for the year's major competitions.
The tradition of singing "The Star-Spangled Banner" before sporting events began over 100 years ago at a World Series game, long before it was even America's official anthem. Baseball helped turn a wartime moment of unity into a beloved tradition that now opens every game.
Baseball Hall of Famer CC Sabathia will join one of sports' most exclusive clubs when the New York Yankees retire his No. 52 and add him to Monument Park. The honor left the former pitcher more shocked than his Hall of Fame induction.
Giancarlo Stanton is entering his ninth season with the Yankees with one clear mission: winning the championship that has eluded him. After coming heartbreakingly close in 2024, the slugger says his New York story won't be complete without a ring.
Cal Raleigh smashed 60 home runs and nearly won MVP, but the Mariners catcher isn't dwelling on second place. He's using the experience to fuel his chase for something bigger: a World Series championship.
Chris Bassitt penned a heartfelt thank you to Canadian fans after three incredible years with the Toronto Blue Jays, including a World Series run. The veteran pitcher donated over $200,000 to youth baseball programs during his time north of the border.
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The Texas Rangers are bringing back left-handed pitcher Jordan Montgomery, who helped deliver their first-ever World Series championship in 2023. The one-year deal gives the comeback story another chapter as Montgomery recovers from Tommy John surgery.
New Zealand's Black Ferns Sevens crushed Australia 29-7 on home soil to claim their first Perth Sevens title. The victory marks the team's third straight win over their fiercest rivals in world series finals.
Two champions from the Miami Marlins' magical 2003 World Series run are heading to the team's hall of fame. Josh Beckett and Dontrelle Willis will be immortalized this season for their unforgettable contributions to South Florida baseball history.
Baseball legend Joe Carter will be immortalized outside Toronto's Rogers Centre with a statue celebrating his unforgettable walk-off home run that won the 1993 World Series. The Blue Jays surprised their franchise icon with the news as part of their 50th anniversary celebration.
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