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W.B.C. Championship Will Be a Study in Contrasts
The staid United States team — in the final for the first time — will face a passionate Puerto Rican squad determined to bring victory home to a place coping with economic strife.
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The staid United States team — in the final for the first time — will face a passionate Puerto Rican squad determined to bring victory home to a place coping with economic strife.
By BILLY WITZ
Paul, the Clippers’ ball-hawking guard, has paid a price — multiple injuries to his fingers — for collecting more steals than any other active N.B.A. player.
By SCOTT CACCIOLA
Lee, sidelined by a broken leg just days before the team entered the 2016 playoffs, has been a key contributor in a late push to return this year.
By ALLAN KREDA
In acquiring the ace Chris Sale, Boston showed that it was living for the here and now. In passing on him, the Yankees chose to bet on the future.
By TYLER KEPNER
Tanaka has yet to give up a run in spring training, and Greg Bird has been displaying power and good defense in his return from injury.
By PAT BORZI
The goaltender, who has missed six games so far, is expected to return either against the Kings on Saturday or the Ducks on Sunday.
By ALLAN KREDA
Gregorius strained his throwing shoulder during the World Baseball Classic. His replacement in the lineup is likely to come from within the organization.
By BILLY WITZ
Two No. 1 goalies are teammates as the Kings try an unusual collaboration in an attempt at a playoff berth.
By TAL PINCHEVSKY
The former Bulls general manager orchestrated the team’s dynasty of the 1990s, assembling the rosters that Jordan led to six N.B.A. championships.
By RICHARD GOLDSTEIN