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CLEVELAND — The Washington Nationals continued their hot streak Tuesday night, using an explosive second inning and another big performance from James Wood to secure a 6-3 win over the Cleveland Guardians. Wood delivered the game’s defining moment early, crushing a two-run homer to right field in the second inning. The 401-foot blast marked his 15th home run of the season and gave Washington a commanding four-run cushion. The young outfielder has now homered in consecutive games against...

The Colorado Avalanche received a major boost ahead of Game 4 of the Western Conference Finals, as star center Nathan MacKinnon is expected to suit up Tuesday night against the Vegas Golden Knights despite dealing with a knee injury suffered in Game 3. Avalanche head coach Jared Bednar confirmed Tuesday afternoon that MacKinnon will play as Colorado looks to avoid a series sweep on home ice. MacKinnon was injured during the second period of Sunday’s 4-3 loss after blocking a shot near his...

Denver Summit FC’s inaugural season has quickly been shaped by the steady presence of goalkeeper Abby Smith, whose veteran experience and early performances have given the expansion club an immediate defensive identity. Smith, a two-time NWSL champion, arrived in Denver ahead of the 2026 season as one of the team’s cornerstone signings. The 32-year-old brings a long professional résumé across multiple NWSL clubs and international experience, and she has already stepped into a leadership role...