The Beatline Blog
Game previews, instant postgame takeaways, and film-room analysis for every team — fresh every morning from our local experts.
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Dallas Wings Beat Portland Fire 96-78 to Clinch Playoff Berth: Recap
Dallas Wings defeated Portland Fire 96-78 on Tuesday, clinching the final WNBA playoff spot. Paige Bueckers led with 22 points and 11 assists.
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Red Sox Edge Marlins 4-2 on Seigler’s 9th-Inning Triple
Boston Red Sox beat Miami Marlins 4-2 on Anthony Seigler’s go-ahead triple in the ninth inning.
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Orioles Rout Cardinals 13-1 as Alonso Shines Before Exit
Pete Alonso had 4 hits and 4 RBIs, leading Baltimore to a 13-1 blowout win over St. Louis on Aug. 25, 2026.
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Astros Outlast Yankees 9-7; Alvarez’s 8th-Inning Triple Decides It — Recap
Yordan Alvarez’s go-ahead triple in the 8th lifts Houston Astros to a 9-7 win over New York Yankees on Aug. 25, 2026.
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West Virginia Beats Coastal Carolina 31-24 in Season Opener Recap
West Virginia defeated Coastal Carolina 31-24 on September 7, 2026. Cam Cook rushed for 142 yards and two scores lead the Mountaineers to a 1-0 start.
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Maryland Terrapins Rout Hampton Pirates 62-0 in Season Opener Recap
Maryland Terrapins defeat Hampton Pirates 62-0 in a dominant season-opening performance, led by DeJuan Williams’ explosive rushing.
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Iowa Beats Northern Illinois 40-0: Shutout Victory Recap
No. 22 Iowa blanks Northern Illinois 40-0 behind Kamari Moulton’s 183 yards and a dominant defensive performance.
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Mystics Beat Mercury 94-84, Clinch Playoff Berth: Recap
Washington Mystics defeated Phoenix Mercury 94-84, clinching a playoff spot. Sonia Citron led with 19 points and 9 assists.
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Valkyries Beat Liberty 79-60 in Dominant Road Win Recap
Golden State Valkyries beat New York Liberty 79-60. Cecilia Zandalasini scored 20 points as GSW improves to 28-11.
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Dream Beat Sparks 78-71 as Reese Sets Rebounding Records
Atlanta Dream beat Los Angeles Sparks 78-71; Angel Reese set WNBA single-game and season rebounding records.
