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The Kansas City Royals defeated the Toronto Blue Jays 5-3 to extend their win streak to nine, with timely run-scoring in the fifth and a standout ninth-inning defensive sequence that sealed the win, including a perfect relay to throw out Lukes at the plate for the final out.
Islam Makhachev says he will not retire after UFC 330 and plans to push his win streak to 20, aiming to set an unbreakable UFC record as he defends his title against Ian Machado Garry in Philadelphia, while dismissing Joe Rogan’s retirement theory.
Rain at Fenway postponed the Red Sox-Orioles game, halting the 14-game win streak and delaying the chance to tie the 1946 franchise record of 15 straight wins. A split doubleheader is set for Wednesday, with Game 1 at 1:35 p.m. and the nightcap at 7:10 p.m.; Jake Bennett meets Dean Kremer in the opener while Kyle Bradish starts the second game. Willson Contreras is dealing with a bruised left foot but is expected to play.
The Red Sox extended their win streak to 14 games with a 6-5 victory over the Orioles, aided by Willson Contreras’ three hits and two RBIs and Caleb Durbin’s decisive eighth-inning homer. They’ve won 19 of 21 and sit 51-48, one win short of tying the 1946 franchise record. A mix of veterans and newcomers is fueling the run: Jake Bennett is 3-0 with a 0.87 ERA in the streak; closer Aroldis Chapman has eight saves during this surge; Tsung-Che Cheng, Andruw Monasterio, and Anthony Seigler have produced key hits; Masataka Yoshida is thriving (.357 with seven extra-base hits since June 25); and interim manager Chad Tracy’s leadership has helped the club jell after travel setbacks and a late-spring stumble.
Boston capped a nine-game win streak with a 3-2, 10-inning comeback over the Mets, entering the All-Star break at 46-48 and just a half-game out of the wild-card spot with 68 games remaining, following a 9-0 road trip that opened the playoff path.
The Chicago Cubs defeated the Philadelphia Phillies 7-2 at Wrigley Field to extend their eight-game winning streak, with Matthew Boyd returning on a limited pitch count and the bullpen delivering 4.1 scoreless innings. Offense was highlighted by Seiya Suzuki and Michael Busch homering, while Pete Crow-Armstrong contributed multi-hit nights and drove in two runs as four Cubs posted multi-hit performances.
Jamie Ding of New Jersey extended his Jeopardy! winning streak to 25 games, earning $35,000 on April 16 for a total of $702,000. His run places him fifth on the all-time consecutive-wins list and seventh on the regular-season money list, and he will advance to the Tournament of Champions at the season’s end.
The Knicks defeated the Raptors 111-95, shooting 56% to 45%, with 32 assists on 46 baskets and a 44-28 rebounding edge. All five Knicks starters scored in double figures for a third straight game, and New York secured its 12th straight win over Toronto. RJ Barrett had 20 points and Jalen Brunson added 26 with 10 assists.
Louisville defeated Baylor 82-71 in Fort Worth to extend its win streak to five, led by Mikel Brown Jr.’s 29 points, 6 assists and 5 steals; J’Vonne Hadley added 20 and Ryan Conwell 14 as Baylor shot just 2-for-22 from three and Louisville’s 18 assists aided the offense. Baylor benefited from 25-of-30 free throws after Louisville fouls, but Louisville pulled away in the second half and heads to another Texas matchup.
The No. 13 Nebraska men's basketball team aims to finish their perfect non-conference schedule with a win against New Hampshire, boasting a school-record 16-game winning streak, high national rankings, and notable player performances including multiple triple-doubles under coach Fred Hoiberg.
The Seahawks secured a playoff spot with a thrilling overtime win over the Rams, but they aim for a higher goal by winning their remaining games to clinch the NFC West title and top seed, emphasizing their focus on future success despite celebrating their current achievement.
After extending their winning streak to seven with a victory over the Buccaneers, Patriots coach Mike Vrabel warned his team not to become complacent, emphasizing the importance of focusing on the next game against the Jets, especially with a short week ahead.
Nick Smith Jr. led the Lakers to their fourth consecutive win with 25 points and six assists, despite battling an upset stomach, as key players Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves sat out due to injuries. The team, shorthanded but motivated, showcased resilience and strong team effort to secure the victory over the Portland Trail Blazers.
The Baltimore Ravens snapped a four-game losing streak with a 30-16 victory over the Chicago Bears, showcasing improved defense and a standout performance from quarterback Tyler Huntley, who stepped in for Lamar Jackson. The win boosts their playoff hopes, highlights their defensive progress, and sets the stage for a crucial game against the Dolphins, emphasizing the importance of winning consecutive games.
The Patriots, led by quarterback Drake Maye's exceptional play, have won four straight games, showcasing a balanced and evolving offensive identity with strong passing and improving run game, and are poised for upcoming challenges.