Carlos Alberto Torres, 72, Scorer of Memorable Goal for Brazil, Dies

Carlos Alberto, the captain of Brazil's World Cup team in 1970, blasted home the goal after a pass from Pelé in a 4-1 win over Italy in the final.

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Kyle Schwarber Admits He May Cry Over His Unlikely Return to Action

Joe Maddon likes to take chances: Schwarber, who hasn't faced major league pitching since April, will bat fifth in Game One of the World Series.

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On Baseball: Theo Epstein and Terry Francona Have Their Players’ Backs

The Cubs' architect and the Indians' manager have succeeded by building absolute trust with players conditioned to view authority figures with suspicion.

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On Soccer: Push to Develop Young Players Revives A.C. Milan

Manuel Locatelli, an 18-year-old midfielder, and Gianluigi Donnarumma, a 17-year-old goalkeeper, have helped carry Milan toward the top of the Serie A standings.

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DraftKings and FanDuel to Pay $6 Million Each to Settle New York Claims

An investigation by the state attorney general's office found that the companies, which plan to merge, had employed false and deceptive advertising practices, misleading novice players.

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Athletes in Sex Assault Case Can Play. Just Not at Home, Restraining Order Says.

The order prohibits five University of Minnesota players from being near a student's apartment and place of employment, which happens to be where they play their home games.

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World Series Game 1: Cubs and Indians Look for Early Edge

One team will end a very long championship drought. The other will remain lovable losers. Stay here for inning-by-inning updates and analysis from Cleveland.

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