Nielsen says World Series is a snooze for most TV viewers
NEW YORK — Fans in Washington and Houston may be excited, but the rest of the country is reacting to the World Series with a collective yawn.
Predators include no-movement clause in Josi’s 8-year deal
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — The Nashville Predators finally have their captain Roman Josi signed to a long-term deal, and general manager David Poile is so con...
With each pitch at Series, call gets louder for robot umps
HOUSTON — From the box seats to the far reaches of the bleachers, all 40,000 umpires in the stands at Nationals Park were sure they could tell: Gerrit...
Steelers moment of silence commemorates synagogue shooting
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Steelers have held a moment of silence to commemorate the first anniversary of the deadliest attack on Jews in U.S. histor...
The Late Show: World Series games taking almost 4 hours
WASHINGTON — Snacking on chicken at a picnic table near section 402, decked out in his curly W cap and pullover, Bob Batwinis hoped to see a lot at Ga...
Slumping Astros star Bregman breaks loose, slams Nationals
WASHINGTON — By the time Alex Bregman took nearly 30 seconds to circle the bases, then engaged in a series of animated high-fives, pats, hugs and pers...
With Series suddenly locked up, Scherzer vs. Cole for Game 5
WASHINGTON — Max Scherzer is a three-time Cy Young Award winner, Gerrit Cole is a top contender for this season's AL honor, and their vaunted right ar...
Burrow’s 321 yards helps No. 2 LSU down No. 9 Auburn, 23-20
BATON ROUGE, La. — Joe Burrow bounced up immediately from a high-speed hit that looked like it could have given the LSU quarterback whiplash as he was...
Trump intends to uphold tradition of presidents and baseball
NEW YORK — President Donald Trump's plan to attend Game 5 of the World Series on Sunday will continue a rich tradition of intertwining the American pr...
Falcons’ Ryan won’t play against Seahawks, Schaub to fill in
ATLANTA — Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan won't play Sunday against Seattle, ending his 10-year streak of consecutive starts.
Having a catch: Astros, Nats kids crash World Series warmups
WASHINGTON — After Robinson Chirinos yanked a line drive off the foul pole in left field to give the Houston Astros a 4-1 lead in Game 3 of the World ...
James, Greinke keep Nats off balance, escape trouble for win
WASHINGTON — Josh James sailed a changeup high and tight to Ryan Zimmerman, going to a full count with two on and the Houston Astros clinging to a two...
Altuve, Astros show up in World Series, win Game 3 in DC 4-1
WASHINGTON — From the moment George Springer jumped on the game's third pitch for a single, then quickly swiped a base, to the way he and his teammate...
21st birthday at World Series no piece of cake for star Soto
WASHINGTON — Juan Soto found that playing in the World Series on his birthday was no piece of cake.
Brantley’s big hits help Astros win Game 3 of World Series
WASHINGTON — Michael Brantley is healthy at the most important time and not letting that go to waste.
The Latest: Soto struggles early, Astros take 2-0 lead
WASHINGTON — The Latest on Game 3 of the World Series (all times local):
MLB conducting wider probe of Astros after exec firing
WASHINGTON — Major League Baseball is conducting a wider probe of the Houston Astros that goes beyond the assistant general manager who was fired this...
Players, managers find ways to cope with postseason pressure
WASHINGTON — Dave Martinez feels laid back this October, no longer able to parry pressure by getting jacked on java.
No. 13 Wisconsin looks for redemption against No. 3 Buckeyes
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Ryan Day has an idea of how Wisconsin coach Paul Chryst feels right now.
Trump critic gets 1st pitch at Series game Trump to attend
WASHINGTON — A day after President Donald Trump said he plans to attend Game 5 of the World Series, the Washington Nationals announced the ceremonial ...
Astros fire exec Taubman after rant at female reporters
WASHINGTON — The Houston Astros fired assistant general manager Brandon Taubman on Thursday for directing inappropriate comments at female reporters d...
AP Top 25 Podcast: How Tua’s injury complicates the season
Alabama star Tua Tagovailoa has an injured ankle and how quickly he recovers could help shape the rest of the college football.
All eyes turn to showdown of the Tigers in Death Valley
There remains one obstacle for both No. 1 Alabama and No. 2 LSU before Nov. 9 arrives and the expected showdown in Tuscaloosa of the top two teams in ...
Hinch helps combat veterans through Houston-based Camp Hope
HOUSTON — AJ Hinch clicked open his email and could hardly believe the words that filled his screen.
In a divided Washington, Nationals’ World Series run unites
WASHINGTON — Washington is normally a city defined by its divisions, be they political, racial or economic.
Cook, Vikings wear down Redskins 19-9 for 4th straight win
MINNEAPOLIS — Dalvin Cook had 171 total yards and the game's only touchdown, helping Kirk Cousins beat his old team on the first try and carrying the ...
Chicago Cubs hire David Ross to replace Maddon as manager
CHICAGO — The Chicago Cubs hired former catcher David Ross to replace Joe Maddon as their manager Thursday, hoping he can help them get back to the pl...
Will ‘Baby Shark, doo doo doo doo doo doo’ do Series debut?
WASHINGTON — The "Baby Shark, doo doo doo doo doo doo" earworm might just be coming to a World Series near you, if Washington Nationals backup outfiel...
Astros issue 1st intentional walk, Nats bust loose in Game 2
HOUSTON — At this rate, AJ Hinch might never issue another intentional walk the rest of his life.
Ailing Suzuki delivers big swing as Nats near title
HOUSTON — Kurt Suzuki is beat up physically, with a sore back and other ailments after grinding behind the plate from spring training through late Oct...