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The Los Angeles Dodgers celebrate a 5-1 win against the Milwaukee Brewers in Game 7 of the National League Championship Series at Miller Park in Milwaukee on Saturday, Oct. 20, 2018.

Red Sox vs. Dodgers is a battle of heavyweights

The 2018 Major League Baseball season contained a few surprises but, truthfully, not many.Sure, the A's and Braves made unexpected runs to the postseason, and to some the Brewers and Rockies were … more

By ERIK BOLAND, TNS | 10/23/18

The Dallas Cowboys made a trade with Oakland for wide receiver Amari Cooper, giving up a first-round draft pick to secure a notable wide receiver to replace Dez Bryant.

Cowboys trade for Amari Cooper, give up first-round draft pick

FRISCO — The Dallas Cowboys are desperate for a No. 1 receiver no more. more

By CLARENCE E. HILL JR., Fort Worth Star-Telegram | 10/22/18

Micheal Mersch scored a goal and the Texas Stars swept the Iowa Wild in a two-game set last weekend.

Texas sweeps weekend against Iowa

Big performances from some of the Dallas Stars' top prospects gave the Texas Stars a weekend sweep over Iowa. more

By TOM DORSA, HCN Sports Contributor | 10/22/18

Mercedes AMG Petronas driver Lewis Hamilton (44) of Great Britain prepares to exit the pit area during the third practice session at the Circuit of the Americas in Austin, Texas on Saturday, Oct. 20, 2018.

Lewis Hamilton holds off Ferrarris to win pole at United States Grand Prix

For the first part of Saturday, Lewis Hamilton was looking at the back of a pair of Ferraris. But when the moment was at its most intense, the four-time World Champion was at his best. more

By ZACH SMITH, HCN Sports Editor | 10/20/18

Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson (4) looks on from the sideline during the first half of an NFL preseason game between the Houston Texans and the Dallas Cowboys, Thursday, Aug. 30, 2018 in Houston, Texas.

Texans filled with confidence with Jaguars looming

Don’t look now, but the Texans have won three straight games and are in a three-way tie atop the AFC South. more

By ZACH SMITH, HCN Sports Editor | 10/16/18

Chivas midfielders Alan Cervantes (31) and Gael Sandoval (13) congratulate forward Alan Pulido (9) after a goal on a penalty kick during the first half of a Liga MX friendly between Chivas de Guadalajara and UANL Tigres on Saturday, Oct. 13, 2018 in Round Rock, Texas.

Chivas beats Tigres in penalties in front of record crowd

Lalo Fernandez has climbed to the top of the soccer ladder in the United States and seen how far the sport has grown even before turning pro six years ago. more

By ZACH SMITH, HCN Sports Editor | 10/13/18

After nearly a year of back-and-forth, a group of local investors have come together to help the Columbus Crew SC remain in Columbus. The plan for a MLS team to be started in Austin remain on track.

Crew SC may stay in Columbus, Austin still in line for MLS franchise

The Columbus Crew SC will seemingly stay in Ohio, but the plans to bring Major League Soccer to Austin have not changed. more

By ZACH SMITH, HCN Sports Editor | 10/12/18

New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees set a new all-time passing yards record on Monday night, breaking Peyton Manning's record to set the new milestone at 72,103 yards. Brees was 26-of-29 passing for 363 yards and three touchdowns on the night, for a passer rating of 153.2 — his best regular or postseason performance since a Dec. 29, 2013 matchup against Tampa Bay.

NFL pass completion percentages soar to historic levels

From 1945 until 1981, Sammy Baugh was the only NFL quarterback to complete 70 percent of his passes in a season. more

By Mark Craig, Star Tribune/TNS | 10/10/18

Jason Garrett's decision making in Sunday night's primetime matchup against the Houston Texans will continue to be a point of contention during a so-far lackluster season for the Cowboys.

What Garrett's decision to punt in overtime underscores about the Cowboys' lost offense

In a league that places a premium on offense, the Cowboys appear more out of step with each passing week. more

By DAVID MOORE, The Dallas Morning News | 10/8/18

Nurmagomedov submits McGregor, then chaos ensues

Khabib Nurmagomedov battered Conor McGregor with his ground-and-pound, just as he said he would, and forced to him tap out in the fourth round of Saturday's main event at UFC 229. more

By LANCE PUGMIRE, TNS | 10/6/18

Conor McGregor is taken from the 78th Precinct in Brooklyn on Friday April 6, 2018.

Moment of truth for Conor McGregor and the UFC. What if he loses?

Those who don't learn from history are doomed to repeat it. The UFC lost one of its greatest draws two years ago when Ronda Rousey returned from a year off following her stunning 2015 knockout loss to Holly Holm ... more

By Lance Pugmire, Los Angeles Times | 10/4/18

Dallas Cowboys running back Ezekiel Elliott (21) gives the football to a fan following his touchdown against the Detroit Lions during the first half on Sunday, Sept. 30, 2018 at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas.

Cowboys' Elliott shrugs off injuries: 'This is the best Wednesday practice I've had'

Despite dealing with a sore ankle and knee bursitis, Ezekiel Elliott said he was a full participant in Wednesday's practice. Elliott looked like his normal self, moving well in … more

By Jon Machota, The Dallas Morning News | 10/3/18

Joel L'Esperance scored a late goal in the preseason win against the San Antonio Rampage last week. After losing a lot of their veteran players to other teams and the NHL, the Stars will rely on youth to carry the load this season.

Young Texas Stars team eager for AHL season to begin

Travis Morin is not old, but among an absurdly young Texas Stars team, he definitely plays the role of elder statesman. Fresh off a trip to Game 7 of the Calder Cup Finals a season ago, this … more

By ZACH SMITH, HCN Sports Editor | 10/3/18

Dallas Cowboys head coach Jason Garrett is on the hot seat again after a disappointing start to the 2018 season.

Tim Cowlishaw: How soon is too soon to fire Jason Garrett?

The Cowboys have never played a game at AT&T Stadium — now in its 10th season — without Jason Garrett on the sideline either as head coach or offensive coordinator. Isn't it time for … more

By TIM COWLISHAW, TNS/The Dallas Morning News | 9/28/18

Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Cole Beasley (11) makes a reception against the Carolina Panthers on September 9, 2018, at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, N.C.

Cole Beasley defends Cowboys maligned receiver unit: 'We're just getting open'

Look elsewhere if you want to find blame for the Dallas Cowboys offensive struggles. more

By Stefan Stevenson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram | 9/27/18

New York Giants cornerback Donte' Deayon (38) and Dallas Cowboys linebacker Leighton Vander Esch (55) talk after the game on Sunday, Sept. 16, 2018, at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. (Jim Cowsert/Fort Worth Star-Telegram/TNS)

Ready or not, Cowboys rookie Leighton Vander Esch's time to shine is now

The way linebacker Leighton Vander Esch looks at it, this is why he's here. To start for the Dallas Cowboys' defense. He'll be doing that Sunday against the Detroit Lions … more

By STEFAN STEVENSON, TNS/Fort Worth Star-Telegram | 9/27/18

Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones prior to the start of the game against the Washington Redskins at FedEx Field on October 29, 2017 in Landover, Maryland.

Jerry Jones says NFL is where 'the men are playing,' players are paid to incur risks

FRISCO, Texas — Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones says the NFL needs to find a balance with its new roughing the passer rules. more

By Clarence E. Hill Jr., Fort Worth Star-Telegram | 9/25/18

The Texas Rangers fired Manager Jeff Banister on Sept. 21, 2018, with 10 games remaining in the regular season.

Rangers fire manager Jeff Banister with 10 games left in season

Manager Jeff Banister was fired Friday morning ahead of the Texas Rangers' final home series and with only 10 games remaining in what could be one of the worst seasons in club history, the club announced. more

By Jeff Wilson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram | 9/21/18

The Round Rock Express and Houston Astros announced a four-year Professional Development Contract on Thursday evening.

Round Rock Express, Houston Astros announce Triple-A affiliation

The Round Rock Express and Houston Astros are going back to the way thing used to be. more

By ZACH SMITH, HCN Sports Editor | 9/20/18

The Round Rock Express announced on Monday that they will end their affiliation with the Texas Rangers and seek a new Professional Development Contract for the 2019 season and beyond.

Round Rock Express and Texas Rangers to end Triple-A affiliation

The Round Rock Express and Texas Rangers are ending their partnership. more

By ZACH SMITH, HCN Sports Editor | 9/17/18

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