Busch grabs fourth straight pole at Pocono
Kyle Busch will start from the pole at Pocono Raceway for his fourth consecutive Sprint Cup victory bid. He posted a lap of 178.416 mph to claim the top spot, extending Joe Gibbs Racing’s streak with three straight Cup poles after Carl Edwards’ recent wins. Busch missed the first 11 races of the season.
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Understated Beachum Makes Big Impact for Steelers
LATROBE AP Kelvin Beachum defies stereotypes as a 6-3 305-pound left tackle. His footwork and varied techniques frustrate edge rushers while he protects Ben Roethlisberger. A seventh round pick to stalwart starter, Beachum shows cerebral play, multi position experience, and a transforming physique aiding longevity. He thrives on adversity and challenges, aiming to prove doubters wrong.
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Pirates edge Reds as Marte saves bullpen at GABP
Starling Marte delivered two game saving plays in the ninth inning to thwart a Reds rally as the Pirates beat Cincinnati 5-4. Andrew McCutchen homered, Jung Ho Kang had three doubles, and Jeff Locke earned the win as Pittsburgh finished July 17-9. Joakim Soria began his setup role with a tense bases loaded situation in the seventh.
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Pirates acquire Happ and Morse in deadline moves
The Pirates trade for lefty J A Happ from Seattle and infielder Michael Morse from Los Angeles as A J Burnett lands on the 15 day DL with elbow inflammation. Pittsburgh also sends Adrian Sampson and Jose Tabata in the package as they push for a third straight playoff berth.
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Woods in contention after 66 at Quicken Loans National
Tiger Woods shot 5-under 66 at Robert Trent Jones Golf Club tying for fifth in the Quicken Loans National he hosts. Ryo Ishikawa led at 11 under after a late birdie binge while Rickie Fowler and Kevin Chappell closed with 65 and 68 respectively.
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