Red Sox 9, Yankees 5, 11 innings: Another Step Forward for the Regressing Yankees

The Yankees inched closer to a wild-card berth, but only because of losses by the Twins and the Angels. After a bullpen collapse, the Yankees must wait at least another day to clinch.











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After Unusual Route to Flyers, Dave Hakstol Plots a Radical Ascent

Dave Hakstol, whom Philadelphia hired as head coach directly from the University of North Dakota, said he would get the team, long known for its aggressive play, to adopt a faster pace.











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Roundup: Jays Clinch Division Title, Their First Since 1993

Beating the Orioles to winning their first American League East title in 22 years, the Blue Jays brought an appropriate conclusion to their unstoppable two-month run.











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Analysis: Mets Still Playing for Home-Field Edge

Playing at Citi Field could help the Mets, especially when they are facing the Dodgers’ aces Clayton Kershaw and Zack Greinke.











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N.F.L. Roundup: Green Bay’s Quarless Out for 8 Weeks

Andrew Quarless, placed on short-term injured reserve with a sprained left knee, will be eligible to return in Week 12, against the Chicago Bears on Thanksgiving.











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Mets’ Steven Matz to Skip Next Start

Steven Matz, a potential starter in the postseason, continues to be bothered by a stiff upper back.











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Giants’ Victor Cruz Leaves Practice After Calf Injury Setback

Cruz, who was expected to be back at wide receiver for the first time in nearly a year, aggravated a strained calf muscle that has been bothering him since August.











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