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The Best in Sports: October 11, 2019
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Here is the best from October 11, 2019:
Anibal Sanchez put together arguably the greatest performance of his career in the biggest game so far in Nationals history (never been to a NLCS before). The Nats’ “Big 3” gets all the attention, but in the playoffs, DC’s “4th pitcher” is proving to be as effective as any Nats pitcher.
The last 2 times a team got 1-hit in the #postseason, Anibal Sanchez was the starting pitcher https://t.co/ydLYNAXZMb
— Pro Sports Outlook (@PSO_Sports) October 12, 2019
Only 3 pitchers in MLB history have taken a no-hitter further in a #postseason game than Anibal Sanchez https://t.co/vDr6cHL9Om
— Pro Sports Outlook (@PSO_Sports) October 12, 2019
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Most people consider the Astros the best team in baseball, but the Washington Nationals have the best record over the last almost 5 months.
After overcoming a slow start to the season, the #Nats have the best record in the MLB since May 24th https://t.co/m9PfXfyEgN
— Pro Sports Outlook (@PSO_Sports) October 12, 2019
Related: MLB Facts
With the no-hitter just 6 outs away from being cemented, Ryan Zimmerman made the play of the day with this diving snag to preserve the no-no.
Ryan Zimmerman.
That’s the tweet. #NLCS pic.twitter.com/f9ap8qPerl
— MLB (@MLB) October 12, 2019
Related: MLB Top Highlights
NBA Preseason highlights usually don’t make the cut, but NBA Preseason highlights aren’t usually showing the best young player in the league draining a 3 from the logo like it’s nothing.
LOGO LUKA!#NBAPreseason on NBA League Pass pic.twitter.com/EyNfqijRuc
— NBA (@NBA) October 12, 2019
Related: NBA Highlights
In the NFL’s monumental 100th season, the league started another Top 100 countdown, this time ranking the greatest characters around the game over the years.
No. 100: There’s all types of people in the world.
And @DallasCowboys fullback Walt Garrison was one of a kind.
📺: #NFL100 Greatest Characters on @NFLNetwork pic.twitter.com/ipvpDQTRXL— NFL (@NFL) October 12, 2019
Related: NFL Throwback
The NFL took a look at the legendary 2017 RB class that includes 4 of the top 5 rushers in the NFL this season.
yes. pic.twitter.com/NlxKyIHZWi
— Jon Fleischmann (@fleischmann_jon) October 11, 2019
Related: NFL Draft
After missing the last 4 games, Tyreek Hill is now considered a “Game-Time Decision” by Head Coach Andy Reid for this Sunday’s anticipated Texans vs. Chiefs matchup.
Chiefs’ Tyreek Hill will be game-time decision against Texans, coach Andy Reid says https://t.co/wZCC7ddwpp
— The Kansas City Star (@KCStar) October 11, 2019
Related: NFL Updates
In a heavyweight NFC West bout on Sunday, the LA Rams will have to overcome the injuries to star CB Aqib Talib and All-Pro RB Todd Gurley to end San Francisco’s undefeated 2019 season.
#Rams RB Todd Gurley (quad) is doubtful for Sunday, while CB Aqib Talib is out with a rib injury. Two big ones.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) October 11, 2019
Related: NFL Week 6
NFL Honored HOF Steve Young with a career highlight video below.
Happy 58th birthday, Steve Young! #GoNiners 🎂 pic.twitter.com/UNZbYf3Qx8
— NFL Throwback (@nflthrowback) October 11, 2019
Related: NFL Highlights
The Houston Astros and New York Yankees announced their rotation plans for Games 1-3 in what will surely be an epic ALCS.
ALCS rotation
Game 1: Greinke vs. Tanaka
Game 2: Verlander vs. Paxton
Game 3: Cole vs. Severino— Brian McTaggart (@brianmctaggart) October 11, 2019
Related: MLB Playoffs
MLB playoffs: Have baseballs been altered for the postseason? What to know about the evidence with fewer October homers https://t.co/6YU5rliceZ
— CBS Sports MLB (@CBSSportsMLB) October 10, 2019
Picking an MVP for every Division Series https://t.co/UqleYdC15t via @MLB
— Bill Frazier (@bfrazier65) October 11, 2019
Houston Astros-New York Yankees in ALCS a matchup for the ages – via @ESPN App. #MLB. #Astros. #Yankees. #PinstripePride https://t.co/79H6AeHdpJ
— Zack (@QueensIceZ) October 11, 2019
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Washington Nationals vs. St. Louis Cardinals
Related: Games of the Day#PlayerOfTheDay Anibal Sanchez almost became the 3rd pitcher ever w/ a postseason no-hitter but fell 4 outs short. The Cards finished with just 1 hit. Last time a team was 1-hit in the playoffs, Anibal Sanchez was also the SP (DETv.BOS ’13 ALCS) https://t.co/cd7baoqAYO
— Pro Sports Outlook (@PSO_Sports) October 12, 2019
Related: Players of the Day
The best team in baseball since 5/24.
After overcoming a slow start to the season, the #Nats have the best record in the MLB since May 24th https://t.co/m9PfXfyEgN
— Pro Sports Outlook (@PSO_Sports) October 12, 2019
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