Giambi returns as Santana sits for Indians KC opener
Jason Giambi is activated from the disabled list and starts the series opener against Kansas City. He replaces struggling Carlos Santana who is batting .145 with one homer and three RBIs in 18 games. Francona says Santana benefits from a day off. Carrasco remains in the rotation despite a rough start. Chisenhall hits cleanup as Francona notes defensive shifting and Akron Carolina contributors boost Cleveland’s recent RBI pool.
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Penguins rally past Blue Jackets in 4-3 playoff win
In a 4-3 victory at Columbus, Brandon Sutter, Lee Stempniak, and Jussi Jokinen scored within 2:13 of the third period to erase a 3-1 defict. Brooks Orpik added late second period goal as Pittsburgh dominated with a 41-20 shots edge. Fleury stopped 17, as Columbus drew first blood with goals from Boone Jenner, Jack Johnson, and Cam Atkinson.
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Grizzlies win in OT to tie series with Thunder
Zach Randolph scored 25 points and Memphis defeated Oklahoma City 111-105 in overtime to even the best of seven at 1-1. Mike Conley added 19 points and 12 assists while Durant led OKC with 36 points and 11 rebounds.
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Grizzlies edge Thunder in high scoring thriller
Memphis defeats Oklahoma City 111 to 105 as Gasol Conley and Randolph lead a 43-87 shooting effort for the Grizzlies while Durant Westbrook and Ibaka top the Thunder scoring. The game features 51 Memphis rebounds and 30 assists as both teams trade leads.
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Browns coachable Cavs must keep Irving and plot smart moves
Cavs coach Byron Brown shows coaching instinct despite faults and a mid pack 17-16 finish. The piece weighs extensions for Kyrie Irving at about 80 million over five years, considers Hawes and Deng, warns against overpaying Tristan Thompson, and favors patience with Dion Waiters while watching lottery odds and draft prospects.
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