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Keuchel, Correa lead Astros over Mariners

Felix Hernandez, making his 10th opening day start, allowed two runs and five hits while striking out six in five innings before leaving with tightness in a groin.

Redemption: Tar Heels take NCAA title, 71-65, over Gonzaga

Justin Jackson delivered the go-ahead three-point play and North Carolina scored the last eight points for a 71-65 win over Gonzaga and a title that heartbreakingly eluded the Tar Heels last year.

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NCAA Championship a matchup for big men

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