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Marlins Achieve Historic Sweep of Yankees for the First Time

Originally Published 5 months ago — by New York Post

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The Marlins swept the Yankees for the first time in franchise history, with a clever in-stadium DJ prank playing 'Sweet Caroline' as they sealed the victory, which also served as a playful jab at the Yankees' struggles and standings. The event drew a large crowd and went viral on social media, boosting Marlins' fan enthusiasm.

Nebraska Volleyball Dominates Wisconsin in Straight Sets

Originally Published 1 year ago — by huskers.com

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The No. 2 Nebraska volleyball team swept No. 6 Wisconsin in straight sets on Senior Night, extending their winning streak to 25 matches overall and 41 at home. Key performances included Merritt Beason's 11 kills and Lexi Rodriguez's 16 digs. Nebraska dominated with a .259 hitting percentage and a 47-34 advantage in kills, while Wisconsin struggled with 11 service errors. The Huskers, now 28-1 overall and 18-0 in the Big Ten, will conclude their regular season with matches against Penn State and Maryland.

Nebraska Volleyball Dominates No. 12 Oregon in Road Sweep

Originally Published 1 year ago — by Sports Illustrated

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Nebraska's No. 2 ranked volleyball team continued their dominance in the Big Ten Conference by sweeping No. 12 Oregon in straight sets, marking their 20th consecutive win and 17th sweep of the season. The Huskers showcased strong performances from Harper Murray and Taylor Landfair, both hitting over .400 with double-digit kills. The match set a new attendance record at Oregon's arena, with 8,566 spectators. Nebraska will next face Washington as they continue their Pacific Northwest road trip.

"FSU Baseball's Historic Sweep: A Perfect Week Against Miami and Gators"

Originally Published 1 year ago — by D1 Baseball College Baseball News & Scores

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Florida State's baseball team had a successful week, completing a sweep of Miami after also sweeping Florida earlier in the week, marking the first time since 1960 that they have swept both teams in the same season. The team's 6-4 victory over Miami on Saturday was witnessed by a record-breaking crowd of 19,157 at Dick Howser Stadium.

"Yankees Sweep Astros with Juan Soto's Clutch Performances"

Originally Published 1 year ago — by New York Post

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The New York Yankees swept the Houston Astros in a tough, tense series, setting the tone for the season with a magical weekend. Despite injuries and illness, the Yankees overcame the Astros in four close games, with newcomer Juan Soto delivering the winning hit in the ninth inning of the final game. The Yankees' strong performance, including standout plays from Soto and Oswaldo Cabrera, showcased their potential, while their energy and excitement bode well for the season ahead.

"McNeil and Hoskins Clash in Mets' Season Opener Against Brewers"

Originally Published 1 year ago — by New York Post

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The New York Mets suffered a 4-1 loss to the Milwaukee Brewers, completing a three-game sweep and marking their worst start to a season in 10 years. With rookie manager Carlos Mendoza serving a one-game suspension, bench coach John Gibbons led the team, but the Mets struggled to generate offense. Pitcher Tylor Megill faced command issues, and the Brewers capitalized on opportunities to secure the win. Despite some promising moments, the Mets' bats remained largely silent, leading to their disappointing start to the season.

"Record Crowd Watches OU Softball Sweep Baylor with Three Home Run Blast"

Originally Published 1 year ago — by Oklahoman.com

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The OU softball team swept Baylor in a doubleheader, with a 12-3 win in the first game and a 7-4 victory in the second. OU's offensive stars shone with three home runs, while pitcher Kierston Deal improved to 7-0 on the season. Former Oklahoma high school stars also made an impact for Baylor, with Emily Hott and Zadie LaValley having standout moments.

"Michigan State Sweeps Michigan in Women's and Men's Basketball Rivalry"

Originally Published 1 year ago — by Detroit News

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Michigan State women's basketball defeated Michigan 70-66, sweeping the in-state rivals for the first time since the 2018-2019 season. Coach Robyn Fralick, an Okemos native, expressed the significance of the win, while players highlighted the special nature of the rivalry. The game featured intense runs and a late surge from Michigan, but Michigan State's resilience and defensive efforts secured the victory. Both teams are now focused on their postseason resumes as they near the end of the regular season.

"UND Dominates Denver with Potent Power Play and Top Line Performance"

Originally Published 1 year ago — by Grand Forks Herald

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UND's potent power play led them to a 4-2 victory over Denver, completing a series sweep and extending their unbeaten streak to 19 games. The win also propelled UND to the top of the National Collegiate Hockey Conference standings. The team's power play has been particularly impressive, scoring three goals on four chances in the game and 11-for-23 since Christmas break. Additionally, UND's defensive effort limited Denver's top players and held the high-scoring team to just two goals each night.