Fan who watched '45 World Series loss still roots for Cubs

The last time the Cubs played for a World Series title, it was 1945.  Harry S Truman was president, gas was 15 cents a gallon, and Joan Petitti was 12 years old.

Bucs haven't won at home, host Falcons in prime time

The NFC is so wide open that a Thursday night meeting between Atlanta and Tampa Bay could wind up having some significance when the playoff races conclude. Neither team has been particularly consistent. Had the Falcons not held off Green Bay on Sunday, they would have been in a freefall similar to last season, when they went from 6-1 to 8-8. "When you come through in those, for sure it...

Kucherov, Bishop lead Lightning to 6-1 win over Islanders

NEW YORK (AP) — For the Tampa Bay Lightning, it was the feel-good game they wanted to prove they are one of the elite teams in the Eastern Conference. The New York Islanders just want to forget about this one. Nikita Kucherov had two goals and two assists, Ben Bishop made 26 saves, and the Lightning beat the New York Islanders 6-1 Tuesday night.

Cubs take Game 6 over Indians 9-3, forcing Game 7

Addison Russell hit a grand slam and drove in a record-tying six runs, leading the Chicago Cubs over the Cleveland Indians 9-3 Tuesday night and forcing the World Series to a deciding Game 7.

Grabner scores 3 to lead Rangers in 6-1 win over Lightning

NEW YORK (AP) - Michael Grabner wasn't being greedy. He and linemates Kevin Hayes and J.T. Miller were just dominant.

Carr throws for 4 TDs, Raiders outlast Bucs 30-24 in OT

Derek Carr threw a 41-yard touchdown pass to Seth Roberts with 1:45 remaining in overtime, capping a record-breaking day for the Oakland Raiders in a 30-24 victory over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday.

Henrique scores 100th career goal, Devils beat Lightning 3-1

NEWARK, N.J. (AP) — The New Jersey Devils took advantage of another late start by the Tampa Bay Lightning in wrapping a fruitful homestand. Adam Henrique and Damon Severson set each other up for first-period goals and the Devils beat Tampa Bay 3-1 on Saturday night, ending a five-game losing streak against the Lightning.

Kluber, Indians beat Cubs 7-2, now lead World Series 3-1

Corey Kluber earned his second win in this World Series and the Cleveland Indians moved within one victory of their first championship since 1948, routing the Chicago Cubs 7-2 Saturday night with home runs by Carlos Santana and Jason Kipnis.

Pacioretty, Canadiens beat Lightning for 6th straight win

MONTREAL (AP) ��� Carey Price's teammates are no longer amazed when he makes an impossible save look easy. Price made a game-changing stop in the third period, one of his 30 saves on the night, to lead Montreal to a 3-1 victory against the Tampa Bay Lightning on Thursday night for the Canadiens' sixth straight win.

Cubs awaken, top Indians to even Series at 1

Jake Arrieta made a teasing try at history, Kyle Schwarber drove in two runs and the Chicago Cubs brushed off a shutout to even the World Series with their first Fall Classic win in 71 years, 5-1 over the Cleveland Indians in Game 2 on Wednesday night.

Stamkos' 4 points lead Lightning over Maple Leafs

Frederik Andersen gave up a career-high seven goals on only 24 shots Tuesday night, the third time in his first five starts the 27-year-old has allowed at least five goals and fourth time he's allowed four or more. 

Kluber, Perez, Indians beat Cubs 6-0 in World Series opener

Corey Kluber got the Cleveland Indians off to a great start and Roberto Perez finished off the Chicago Cubs in their first World Series game since 1945.

Man predicts Cubs winning 2016 World Series in 23-year-old yearbook

On Tuesday night in Cleveland, the Chicago Cubs will play in their first World Series game since 1945 and are now just four wins away from their first championship in 108 seasons.

Winston's 3 TD passes help Bucs beat 49ers 34-17

Jameis Winston threw three touchdown passes and Jacquizz Rodgers ran for 154 yards to lead the Tampa Bay Buccaneers to a 34-17 victory over the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday.