| 单词 | last-place |
| 例句 | Arquette finished three points ahead of last-place dancer Nancy Grace, who relied on her fans to keep her in the contest. 'DWTS': David Arquette departs, Hope Solo survives 2011-11-02T15:48:03Z Music critics for British newspapers, in attendance at the Tchaikovsky Competition piano finals in July 2015, wrote that Debargue’s last-place win reflected dismay at his unorthodox background as a largely self-taught musician. The concert pianist who was discovered while working in a grocery store 2016-11-14T05:00:00Z Although Mr. Edwards’s last-place finishes in Calgary made him something of a sensation, a symbol of do-it-yourself persistence, this film doesn’t seem to trust the inherent likability of his story. Review: ‘Eddie the Eagle’ Revels in Its Underdog Status 2016-02-25T05:00:00Z Post Malone is a Halloween rental, a removable platinum grill, a Cubic Zirconium proposal on the jumbo screen of a last-place team. Review | Post Malone is the perfect pop star for this American moment. That’s not a compliment. 2018-10-30T04:00:00Z Across five races — each comprising one or two laps of the yellow buoys — Schrock and her team notched fourth-, fifth- and last-place finishes. ‘A way to find the peace I lost’: This Maryland nonprofit is teaching people with disabilities how to sail boats 2019-10-04T04:00:00Z There are champions and record-breakers in “Tokyo Olympiad,” but they share screen time with last-place finishers. The 1964 Olympics Certified a New Japan, in Steel and on the Screen 2020-07-30T04:00:00Z Suffice it to say that “sukkah” sounds a little too much like “Sacko,” the name of the group’s last-place trophy, and that this leads to one of the worst religious observances in history. ArtsBeat Blog: Channel Surfing: 'The League' 2011-10-14T00:15:26Z The Ravens host the Bengals on Thursday night with a chance to sweep the season series against Cincinnati and take a 2 1/2-game lead over the last-place Bengals. Ravens, Bengals meet in prime time in a matchup that could set the tone for the AFC North stretch 2023-11-15T05:00:00Z Four of Washington’s last five losses have come by one score, including two close defeats against NFC East-leading Philadelphia and a baffling setback against the last-place New York Giants. Commanders’ latest close loss features more strong play by QB Sam Howell 2023-11-13T05:00:00Z Longtime rival Oklahoma is trying to bounce back from a last-place finish in the league. Houston’s Kelvin Sampson on the Big 12: ‘They’re all German shepherds, man. Where’s the Shih Tzus?’ 2023-10-26T04:00:00Z Texas and the Diamondbacks are both two years removed from last-place finishes and 100-loss seasons. Longshot World Series: Diamondbacks vs Rangers is a Fall Classic few saw coming 2023-10-24T04:00:00Z The Falcons have only five sacks through five games, good for a last-place tie in the NFL with the New York Giants. Ridder solidifies job security and brightens Falcons’ hopes for long-awaited winning season 2023-10-09T04:00:00Z Hamlin had already locked himself into the round of eight earlier in the race via stage points, so his last-place finish Sunday was irrelevant. ‘Dinger wins again at The Roval in NASCAR playoffs spoiler. Busch, Chastain, Keselowski, Wallace out 2023-10-09T04:00:00Z Arizona labored to 57 points and a last-place finish in Tourigny’s first season. Andre Tourigny is leading the Coyotes into Phase 2 of their rebuilding project 2023-10-06T04:00:00Z Same for the Commanders, who because of their favorable, last-place schedule could be in the mix for a wild-card spot if they get on track. Mired in chaos off the field and winless on it, the Bears visit Washington hoping to spring an upset 2023-10-04T04:00:00Z His last-place finish dropped him below the cutline and forced him into a high-pressure situation next week on The Roval at Charlotte Motor Speedway. Blaney beats Harvick in a drag race at Talladega to advance in NASCAR playoffs 2023-10-01T04:00:00Z His last-place finish Sunday will drop him below the cutline and force him into a high-pressure situation next week on The Roval at Charlotte Motor Speedway. Ross Chastain crashes out at Talladega. His Cup Series championship hopes now hinge on The Roval 2023-10-01T04:00:00Z Concerned their young arms might struggle in a doubleheader at high altitude — even against a last-place team — the Dodgers instead got a reminder of the potential they possess. Bobby Miller strong on mound as Dodgers split doubleheader against Rockies 2023-09-26T04:00:00Z Milwaukee claimed the division crown for the third time in six seasons Tuesday night, despite a 4-1 loss to the last-place St. Louis Cardinals and with the help of a come-from-behind win by the Braves. Brewers clinch 3rd NL Central title in 6 seasons despite loss to Cardinals and with help from Braves 2023-09-26T04:00:00Z Luis García and Lane Thomas homered for last-place Washington, which dropped three of four in the series and has lost nine of 13 overall. Braves reach 100 wins again, beat Nationals behind Strider to secure doubleheader split 2023-09-24T04:00:00Z Jacob Young drove in two runs for last-place Washington, which had lost two in a row and eight of its last 11. Rutledge earns first career victory as Nationals defeat Braves in doubleheader opener 2023-09-24T04:00:00Z The last-place Red Sox are playing for a chance to finish above .500 and to catch the rival Yankees and avoid finishing last in the AL East for the third time in four seasons. Robert hits 311-foot homer in 9th to snap scoreless tie and give White Sox 1-0 win over Red Sox 2023-09-23T04:00:00Z They’d let the circumstances impact their play against a pair of last-place teams, going 3-3 against the Rockies and Royals to remain three games back in the National League West standings. ‘Bring something special’: Can the Dodgers’ new-look culture carry them for postseason run? 2023-09-18T04:00:00Z Pittsburgh won the final three games of the four-game set against last-place Washington. Nationals held to two hits by Keller in shutout loss to Pirates 2023-09-14T04:00:00Z Poland’s next game is against last-place Faeroe Islands on Oct. Fernando Santos’ future as Poland coach is uncertain after poor start to Euro 2024 qualifying 2023-09-12T04:00:00Z The Mets now lead the last-place Nationals by 2 1/2 games. Alonso hits one of Mets’ five homers to back Quintana in rout of Nationals 2023-09-05T04:00:00Z Group leader Scotland won two more games in June, after stunning Spain 2-0 in March, and is eight points clear ahead of playing last-place Cyprus on Friday. Spain resumes Euro 2024 qualifiers without federation boss Rubiales. Italy starts post-Mancini era. 2023-09-05T04:00:00Z On Saturday, the New York Yankees — the last-place Yankees, imagine that! — started six players 24 or younger. Angels fans face a month of misery amid uncertainty about the franchise's future 2023-09-05T04:00:00Z Hunter Goodman hit a run-scoring single off Kelly for the last-place Rockies, who had five hits while losing for the 12th time in 14 games. Kelly strikes out 12 in 7 innings, Diamondbacks beat Rockies 4-2 2023-09-05T04:00:00Z The last-place A’s couldn’t muster much offense against Tyler Anderson early and got their first hit off the left-hander after a video replay overturned a call. Angels doomed by bullpen woes and errors in sweeping loss to Athletics 2023-09-03T04:00:00Z The switch-hitting outfielder and another promising youngster, catcher Austin Wells, were called up from the minors by the last-place Yankees when rosters expanded Friday. Prized prospect Jasson Dominguez becomes youngest Yankees player to homer in 1st big league at-bat 2023-09-01T04:00:00Z In a close contest, particularly those with more than two candidates, the margin between the first- and last-place candidates may be a relatively small number of votes. AP Election Brief | What to expect in Rhode Island’s special primaries 2023-09-01T04:00:00Z The last-place A’s have won two straight against the Royals and four of five overall this season, one of the few teams Oakland has been able to handle this season. A’s top Royals 5-4 to spoil Zack Greinke’s return from the injured list 2023-08-23T04:00:00Z It is the first time the last-place Yankees have had a losing record at least 120 games into a season since Sept. 5, 1995, when they also were 60-61, according to the Elias Sports Bureau. Morton strikes out 10, leaves Yankees with losing record as Braves cap sweep with 2-0 win 2023-08-17T04:00:00Z Los Angeles had 17 baserunners through seven innings, while five pitchers combined for 16 strikeouts and two walks against the last-place Rockies. Dodgers beat Rockies 6-1 behind Lynn for 6th straight victory and improve to 10-1 in August 2023-08-12T04:00:00Z Toronto moved five games ahead of the last-place Red Sox in the AL East for the third and final American League wild card. Schneider has 4 hits and 4 RBIs, Chapman drives in 3 as the Blue Jays rout the Red Sox 13-1 2023-08-07T04:00:00Z In a matchup of last-place clubs, the Rockies took two of three games and won a series in St. Louis for the first time since sweeping the Cardinals in June 2009. Gomber shuts down former team, pitches Rockies past Cardinals 1-0 for rare series win in St. Louis 2023-08-07T04:00:00Z Diana Taurasi had 28 points after she scored 42 on Thursday night and surpassed 10,000 in her legendary career, but it wasn’t enough against the last-place Storm. Loyd scores 32, Whitcomb hits key shot and Storm defeat Mercury 97-91 despite 28 by Taurasi 2023-08-06T04:00:00Z Lane Thomas knocked in two runs and scored twice to help the last-place Nationals match a season-best with their third straight win. Adon retires first 17 batters as Nationals send sloppy Reds to their fifth straight loss 2023-08-05T04:00:00Z The last-place Royals had won just four of their first 33 series this season. Singer throws 8 innings of 3-hit ball as Royals pound Mets 9-2 to complete a series sweep 2023-08-04T04:00:00Z No one will confuse the last-place A’s with the 1927 Yankees. Lance Lynn wins Dodgers debut by giving them what they need to beat A's 2023-08-02T04:00:00Z South Korea and Morocco play Sunday in Adelaide, South Australia state, in a contest between the two last-place teams in Group H. Women’s World Cup co-host New Zealand tries to avoid elimination in match against Switzerland 2023-07-28T04:00:00Z The Orioles remained 1 1/2 games ahead of Tampa Bay atop the AL East, and they now lead the last-place Yankees by nine. Santander hits 9th-inning homer to give Orioles 1-0 win over Yankees and spoil Judge’s return 2023-07-28T04:00:00Z That’s why Messi’s MLS debut was timed not to help last-place Inter Miami claw its way to a playoff berth, but to gin up attention for the start of Leagues Cup. Lionel Messi magic can't redeem Leagues Cup matches no one wants to play or watch 2023-07-25T04:00:00Z Since winning two straight against last-place Kansas City coming out of the All-Star break, the Rays have dropped seven of eight to fall behind the Orioles. Following a historic start, the slumping Rays are suddenly playing catch-up in the AL East 2023-07-24T04:00:00Z Those are just about their only victories in the month, and they followed that run with a five-game skid that included a three-game sweep at the hands of last-place Washington. Vladimir Guerrero Jr. is hitting well after his Derby win, and Toronto’s offense could use a boost 2023-07-24T04:00:00Z Jordan Diaz homered and drove in two runs for the last-place A’s. Kirilloff rallies Twins to 5-4 win over A’s for a series sweep 2023-07-17T04:00:00Z The Sparks, with five players already sidelined, lost starting forward Dearica Hambry early in a loss to the last-place Phoenix Mercury on Sunday. Sparks head into All-Star break with sixth straight loss after blowout by Aces 2023-07-13T04:00:00Z Stone Garrett and Dominic Smith also homered for last-place Washington, which won the final two games of the series after dropping 15 of its previous 16 at Nationals Park. Meneses homers for third consecutive day, leads Nationals past AL West-leading Rangers 2023-07-09T04:00:00Z If no one receives more than 50% of the vote, the last-place candidate is dropped and their votes redistributed to the remaining candidates based on those voters’ next-highest choices. What to expect during the ranked choice voting count in New York City Council races 2023-07-04T04:00:00Z The 35-year-old Chapman wasn’t of much use to the last-place Royals, where the left-hander landed this season after a six-year stint with the New York Yankees. A.L. West-leading Rangers acquire once-dominant closer Aroldis Chapman in trade with Royals 2023-06-30T04:00:00Z The top four teams in the NL Central are within five games of one another, and the last-place Cardinals are only nine back. With small markets and small payrolls, the AL and NL Centrals are lagging again 2023-06-29T04:00:00Z The last-place Nationals took two of three against the Mariners after doing the same in San Diego last weekend. Domingo German of the Yankees throws first perfect game since 2012, 24th in big league history 2023-06-28T04:00:00Z Gore allowed five runs in six innings to take the loss as the last-place Nationals lost their fifth straight and 13th of 15. Nationals place Robles on IL, a day after tiff with Gore in dugout 2023-06-21T04:00:00Z That will include the initial ranking of candidates in order of first-choice votes received and updated vote totals and rankings once the last-place candidates are eliminated after each round. What to expect during the ranked choice voting count in New York City Council races 2023-07-04T04:00:00Z Garcia also had a triple for last-place Washington, which fell to 0-5 against Miami this season and has lost 10 of its last 12 overall. Garrett throws six solid innings as Marlins beat Nationals for their third straight win 2023-06-17T04:00:00Z “I take all responsibility. It’s our fault for sure,” said Dutreux, whose last-place boat immediately retired from the leg. After a collision, the U.S. boat retires from final leg of Ocean Race, asks for a ruling 2023-06-16T04:00:00Z MacKenzie Gore yielded four hits in 5 2/3 shutout innings for the last-place Nationals. Keibert Ruiz gets 2 big hits late as Nationals beat Astros 4-1 in 10 innings to avoid sweep 2023-06-15T04:00:00Z The last-place Nationals have dropped a season-high six in a row. Acuna, Ozuna hit early 2-run homers, Braves beat Nationals for 7th straight win 2023-06-10T04:00:00Z Former Diamondback Stone Garrett hit his first career grand slam for last-place Washington, which has lost three in a row and six of eight. Diamondbacks rally against Nationals’ beleaguered bullpen in 10-5 win 2023-06-06T04:00:00Z Liverpool likely needs to win its remaining three games — at Leicester, at home against Aston Villa and at last-place Southampton — and hope either Newcastle or United slip up. Premier League season reaches final weeks with Man City leading Arsenal in title race 2023-05-11T04:00:00Z Six weeks into the season, the Giants are six games behind the first-place Dodgers in the National League West, one game ahead of the last-place Colorado Rockies. Column: Sitting on the top of the Bay? Giants have a lot of work to do 2023-05-11T04:00:00Z The intervening years have seen five last-place results for the U.K. Set to host, UK taking Eurovision very seriously this year 2023-05-08T04:00:00Z The contract is the richest in the history of the Pittsburgh Pirates and gives the club another cornerstone to build around as it tries to emerge from four straight last-place finishes in the NL Central. AP sources: Pirates, OF Reynolds agree to 8-year deal 2023-04-25T04:00:00Z Manfred discussed the plans Monday during a meeting with the Associated Press Sports Editors, adding that he believes the last-place A’s can field a more competitive team in Nevada. Manfred: ‘Sorry’ for Oakland fans; A’s can compete in Vegas 2023-04-24T04:00:00Z There have been other games that have shredded the nerves and defied logic, too, such as the 6-5 victory over last-place Dover last season. Ryan Reynolds out for Hollywood ending with Wrexham 2023-04-21T04:00:00Z His problems continued Saturday; his last-place team dropped to 1-6-0 with three consecutive scoreless performances. D.C. United pounces to open the second half, ends six-match winless streak 2023-04-15T04:00:00Z While the future is bright, a last-place finish in a formidable division wouldn’t be surprising if Henderson, Rodriguez and the other inexperienced players on the roster struggle. 12 unlikely (but not impossible) predictions for the 2023 MLB season 2023-03-27T04:00:00Z The last-place finish in the group means it will have to go through qualifying to reach the 2026 tournament. South Korea sets record with 22-2 rout of China at WBC 2023-03-13T04:00:00Z Even last season, he split time between D.C. and Loudoun, appearing in 10 games for each side and starting twice for MLS’s last-place team. Ted Ku-DiPietro, a homegrown talent, brings ‘a hunger’ to D.C. United 2023-03-02T05:00:00Z COLUMBUS, Ohio — Maryland has gone on the road and won against a Big Ten opponent only once this season, a defeat of last-place Minnesota in early February. Maryland’s road woes continue with loss at Ohio State 2023-03-01T05:00:00Z United’s leading scorer last year and a key figure in the team’s hopes of rebounding from a last-place finish, will be sidelined for four to six weeks with a hamstring injury, club officials said Monday. D.C. United’s Taxi Fountas to miss 4 to 6 weeks with hamstring injury 2023-02-27T05:00:00Z This loss to the last-place Ducks, who ended their six-game skid, came in the aftermath of Washington trading two key players. Ducks end 6-game skid, hand Capitals 6th consecutive loss 2023-02-23T05:00:00Z His first game in charge will be against last-place Southampton on Saturday provided he gets a work permit in time. Leeds hires Javi Gracia as manager to replace Marsch 2023-02-21T05:00:00Z Their defense, typically one of the SEC’s best, allowed the last-place Gamecocks to shoot 48% from the field in the close call. Embattled Miller leads No. 2 Alabama past Gamecocks in OT 2023-02-22T05:00:00Z Sure, part of Rizzo’s job is to sell an optimistic view of the team’s future — especially after it followed a third consecutive last-place finish with limited spending in free agency. Nationals’ top prospects are getting early work — and a lot of attention 2023-02-20T05:00:00Z He has 14 goals and 14 assists in 46 games for the last-place Blackhawks. Blackhawks C Toews dealing with long COVID-19 symptoms 2023-02-19T05:00:00Z The last-place Blue Jackets picked up the pressure in the third period and Patrick Laine tied the game on a power play with five minutes left. Coyotes beat Blue Jackets 3-2 in OT to extend streak 2023-02-19T05:00:00Z Adam Boqvist broke a tie early in the third period and the last-place Columbus Blue Jackets beat the Western Conference leaders 4-1 on Saturday night. Last-place Jackets beat struggling West-leading Stars 4-1 2023-02-18T05:00:00Z Gibson stopped 35 shots and Kevin Shattenkirk scored goals in back-to-back games for the first time in nearly two years for the last-place Ducks. Kings overcome goalie’s match penalty, beat rival Ducks 6-3 2023-02-17T05:00:00Z The Terps had shown progress when they made 9 of 21 attempts on the road last weekend against Minnesota, the last-place team in the conference. Maryland’s three-point woes are holding it back from a true breakout 2023-02-10T05:00:00Z There are now concerns last-place Vermilion County, which has lost 77 of 86 games in its two years of existence, will fold midseason. Minor league hockey game a forfeit after home team no-shows 2023-02-08T05:00:00Z The Terps showed significant improvement in a blowout win Saturday at last-place Minnesota, but when facing a tougher opponent, Maryland regressed to a performance that resembled its previous trouble. Terps rally but can’t solve Michigan State late, ending four-game win streak 2023-02-08T05:00:00Z The visitors started strong by jumping to a two-goal lead, but the Columbus Blue Jackets, the Eastern Conference’s last-place team, rallied to force overtime in a game that never should have made it that far. Evgeny Kuznetsov sends Caps to all-star break with OT winner in Columbus 2023-01-31T05:00:00Z Maryland will have its best chance to reverse that trend when it plays Saturday at Minnesota, the last-place team in the Big Ten. Terps finish 3-for-3 homestand with impressive win over No. 21 Hoosiers 2023-01-31T05:00:00Z Georgia also has wins over two other teams in that last-place group, Mississippi and Mississippi State. Georgia finding new hope in SEC under first-year coach White 2023-01-30T05:00:00Z Washington’s next game is Tuesday at Columbus, the Eastern Conference’s last-place team. Capitals get swept away by the Maple Leafs during a 5-1 loss in Toronto 2023-01-29T05:00:00Z After last-place Louisiana, the rest of the bottom 10 are: Study finds Minnesota, Oregon fastest-talking states, Louisiana and South Carolina slowest 2023-01-25T05:00:00Z Everton’s 2-0 loss at West Ham on Saturday has left the team in next-to-last place in the league after 20 of 38 games and with the same number of points as last-place Southampton. Frank Lampard may have coached his last match with Everton 2023-01-23T05:00:00Z The first-place and last-place teams in the Atlantic Division, the Celtics and Raptors don’t meet again until a two-game set in Boston, April 5 and 7. Grant Williams has career-high 25, Celtics’ streak reaches 9 2023-01-21T05:00:00Z Georgia fans can’t be picky about seeing the Bulldogs lean on wins over last-place teams. Georgia finding new hope in SEC under first-year coach White 2023-01-30T05:00:00Z The last-place Canadiens were coming off a 4-3 home win over Nashville on Thursday but have only three wins in their last 15 games. Cizikas and Beauvillier score early, Isles top Canadiens 2-1 2023-01-14T05:00:00Z Colorado had lost seven of eight games and was two days removed from a loss to the last-place Chicago Blackhawks. Avalanche rout Senators 7-0 losing 7 of 8 games 2023-01-14T05:00:00Z Then the Nationals were a train wreck, as expected, and traded Soto and Bell to the San Diego Padres before stumbling to a third consecutive last-place finish. Nationals sign outfielder Corey Dickerson to one-year deal 2023-01-10T05:00:00Z Another is that for Washington, a club responding to a third straight last-place finish by lowering its payroll, it won’t cost much to give them a look. The Nationals are amassing a collection of former top prospects 2023-01-06T05:00:00Z A team coming off a one-win season in the conference isn’t going to complain about an ugly victory over a last-place team. Georgia finding new hope in SEC under first-year coach White 2023-01-30T05:00:00Z Holding leads has also been an issue, such as Saturday when Minnesota let an 18-point advantage slip away in a disappointing home loss to last-place Detroit. Edwards scores 29, short-handed Wolves beat Nuggets 124-111 2023-01-02T05:00:00Z What do the Nationals — last-place finishers in three consecutive seasons, still set on adding on the margins instead of really spending in free agency — have to lose? Nationals claim Jeter Downs, a former top prospect with an uncertain future 2022-12-22T05:00:00Z Smith got his fourth short-handed goal of the season in the second period while the last-place Blackhawks were using five forwards on their top power-play unit. Smith scores twice, Golden Knights top Blackhawks 4-1 2022-12-15T05:00:00Z Under first-year coach Dennis Allen, the Saints arguably have been more competitive than their record — and last-place standing in the NFC South — would indicate. Saints’ bye comes as an all-but-lost season winds down 2022-12-08T05:00:00Z The last-place Saints missed out on an opportunity to pull into a tie for second with the Falcons. Brady throws for 2 late TDs, Buccaneers beat Saints 17-16 2022-12-05T05:00:00Z The last-place Saints trail the Bucs by only 1½ games in a tight division race in which no team has a winning record. Brady: Season goals still within reach for struggling Bucs 2022-12-04T05:00:00Z Part of that might be recognizing the need for adaptation after three consecutive last-place finishes. Analysis | The Nationals are adding personnel to better use data and technology 2022-11-28T05:00:00Z For last-place Mexico, the scenario is a bit more complicated. World Cup: Lionel Messi stars to revive Argentina's hopes, all but dash Mexico's 2022-11-26T05:00:00Z They held on against the division’s last-place team in a game that wasn’t pretty. Purdue stays in title chase with 17-9 win over Northwestern 2022-11-19T05:00:00Z Sevilla and last-place Elche are the other two teams in the relegation zone going into the World Cup break. Madrid beats Cádiz to cut Barça’s lead ahead of World Cup 2022-11-10T05:00:00Z While Illinois faces a tough road trip at No. 3 Michigan next week before wrapping up against last-place Northwestern, Purdue hosts the Wildcats next week before closing at struggling rival Indiana. No. 21 Illinois hosts Purdue with division title on the line 2022-11-10T05:00:00Z Atlanta plays at last-place Carolina on Thursday night. Falcons still tied for NFC South lead even with limitations 2022-11-07T05:00:00Z Leipzig finished second in Group F behind Real Madrid — which routed last-place Celtic 5-1 — despite starting in September with two losses against Shakhtar and the Spanish defending champion. Milan back in Champions League last 16; PSG faces tough draw 2022-11-02T04:00:00Z The Spanish team was the heavy favorite to progress from its group but was left lamenting a last-place finish after losing at Porto, which secured top spot in Group B. Tottenham, Frankfurt advance in CL; Bayern stays perfect 2022-11-01T04:00:00Z Her dismissal after two seasons was among multiple moves by the MLS club following a last-place finish. Soccer - Washington Post Twitter Facebook Rss Loading... But nobody in the league knows brand-building better than Wilson, as sunny as any QB for a last-place team can possibly be. Mark Kiszla: As mere mortal teammates slept, Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson did high knees in aisle on flight to London 2022-10-26T04:00:00Z The last-place team at the start of the day secured only its second win of the season in the game at the City Ground. Nottingham Forest shocks Liverpool in 1-0 win 2022-10-22T04:00:00Z Its only win in 10 league games this season was against last-place Bochum. Schalke fires coach Kramer after run of heavy defeats 2022-10-19T04:00:00Z Go back three years, bypass a few last-place finishes and the whole global pandemic, and there is Dave Martinez in the best month of his managerial career. Analysis | Three years after his best stretch as a manager, Dave Martinez hangs on 2022-10-15T04:00:00Z If no candidate receives a majority, officials would eliminate the last-place finisher and reallocate his or her supporters’ votes to their second choices until one candidate has at least 50 percent of the votes. Voting Laws Are At Stake in Midterms 2022-10-14T04:00:00Z Sevilla is third in Group G on two points, the same as last-place Copenhagen. Bellingham extends scoring run in Dortmund draw with Sevilla 2022-10-11T04:00:00Z Inside the organization, however, optimism abounds because those last-place finishes have allowed Houston to stockpile talent as the Rockets look ahead. Rockets far from contention, but excited about young talent 2022-10-11T04:00:00Z Trout also doubled to lead off the sixth inning, but that was squandered by the Angels, who had their seven-game winning streak snapped in Monday’s 5-4 loss to the last-place A’s. Langeliers’ bases-loaded walk sends A’s past Angels, 2-1 2022-10-04T04:00:00Z New York is 1 1/2 games behind Atlanta heading into Tuesday’s doubleheader versus the last-place Nationals, while the Braves will play the second of three games at fourth-place Miami. Braves miss chance to clinch NL East, lose 4-0 to Marlins 2022-10-03T04:00:00Z The defending World Series champions lost 3-2 in 10 innings at last-place Washington, one night after pulling even with the Mets. Escobar rallies Mets past Marlins in 10, back into 1st alone 2022-09-28T04:00:00Z Northwestern, coming off a last-place finish in the Big Ten West after winning the division the previous year, thought it would be in a better spot after the win over Nebraska. For Big Ten, ups and downs mark early portion of season 2022-09-27T04:00:00Z But Wentz’s career with the Eagles went south, then he spent last season with Indianapolis before a season-ending loss to last-place Jacksonville kept the Colts out of the playoffs and soured that relationship. QB Rush keeps winning as Cowboys wait for Prescott’s return 2022-09-27T04:00:00Z Riley Greene also had three hits for the last-place Tigers, who have won four of five. Báez taunts White Sox fans after hitting homer, Tigers win 2022-09-24T04:00:00Z The Baltimore Orioles have received a string of exceptional performances from their starting rotation, and these razor-sharp hurlers are equally efficient against last-place teams and the best club in the American League. Kremer tosses 4-hitter, Rutschman HR, Orioles blank Astros 2022-09-23T04:00:00Z The Cardinals have 11 games left, their final six against the last-place Pittsburgh Pirates. Rejuvenated Albert Pujols brings his chase for 700 home runs to Dodger Stadium 2022-09-23T04:00:00Z He leads last-place Washington with 57 hits, 10 homers and 25 RBIs since his major league debut on Aug. 2. Meneses’ 8th-inning HR snaps Braves’ 5-game winning streak 2022-09-21T04:00:00Z But Seattle again struggled to beat the last-place A’s in Oakland, where the Mariners lost two of three at the Coliseum from Aug. 19-21. Mariners held to 1 hit, Castillo tagged in 4-1 loss to A’s 2022-09-21T04:00:00Z The last-place Nationals trimmed the lead to 2-1 in the sixth. D’Arnaud, Swanson homer as Braves beat Nats, close in on postseason 2022-09-20T04:00:00Z Michael Chavis had an RBI double in the second for the last-place Pirates. Lindor, Carrasco shine on Clemente Day, Mets beat Bucs 7-1 2022-09-15T04:00:00Z The Cardinals were down 1-0 and treating this game against the last-place Pirates as though it was required reading. Perspective | Sports fans should never leave early. Albert Pujols just showed us why. 2022-09-13T04:00:00Z The Orioles have lost six of eight, all at home, including back-to-back games to the last-place Red Sox. Fading Orioles drop 6th of 8, fall to last-place Red Sox 1-0 2022-09-11T04:00:00Z The victory left Madrid two points ahead of Barcelona, which has won four in a row, including 4-0 at last-place Cádiz on Saturday. Vinícius, Rodrygo lead perfect Madrid to win over Mallorca 2022-09-11T04:00:00Z The comment from Soto that drew the ire of some Nationals fans online, though, was one he made about the difficulty of going from a last-place team to one that has World Series aspirations. Slumping Juan Soto booed by Padres fans — something Nationals fans never did, he says 2022-09-07T04:00:00Z The pitchers limited contenders such as the Cardinals and New York Mets — and, yes, a fellow last-place team in the Oakland Athletics. The center does not hold for Nationals, whose winning streak is halted 2022-09-06T04:00:00Z New York has managed just four runs during a slide that began with two losses to Washington at home over the weekend and continued on a dreary night at sparse PNC Park against last-place Pittsburgh. Mets falter again in 8-2 loss to lowly Pirates 2022-09-06T04:00:00Z As Washington has slid down the standings and as it slogs toward a third consecutive last-place finish, much has been made about its shortcomings in player development at the minor league level. With a young team in a rebuild, Nats coaches focus on development 2022-08-30T04:00:00Z From April on, the stadium has housed the Nationals’ most successful team, including the last-place product at the major league level. Jarlin Susana, 18, can already throw 103 mph. Can he top that? 2022-09-01T04:00:00Z If no one reaches 50% of the vote, the last-place candidate is eliminated and their votes are reallocated. “Scam to rig elections”: Tom Cotton fumes over Sarah Palin loss as GOP fans cry “stolen election” 2022-09-01T04:00:00Z Almost a month later, he is a regular contributor for the last-place Nationals. Joey Meneses is taking full advantage of his opportunity with the Nats 2022-08-31T04:00:00Z Ben Gamel homered for last-place Pittsburgh, which had won two of three. Hiura, Urías get key hits as Brewers beat Pirates 6-1 2022-08-31T04:00:00Z The European tour has fined them what amounts to the equivalent of last-place money from LIV events until a full hearing early next week. McIlroy prepares to ‘stomach’ LIV Golf players at Wentworth 2022-08-30T04:00:00Z United players gathered around smartphones to watch where things had gone so terribly wrong after the last-place club twice had taken the lead. D.C. United snaps scoreless streak but can’t keep Atlanta under wraps 2022-08-28T04:00:00Z The last-place Rockies broke the stalemate in the seventh, when they quickly loaded the bases on C.J. Márquez outduels Scherzer, Rockies edge Mets 1-0 2022-08-28T04:00:00Z With six weeks left in the season, the last-place Nationals had good reason to promote him from Class AAA Rochester, where he had a 1.47 ERA in his past seven starts. Cade Cavalli always wanted to prove himself. Now he can in the big leagues. 2022-08-25T04:00:00Z But the Nationals knew this season was a wash from the beginning, leading them to build a last-place club on the margins. Analysis | All season, the Nationals have filled out their roster with castoffs 2022-08-22T04:00:00Z For a last-place team that dealt its top two players at the deadline, this feels more like a short break from reality than the start of an upward swing. Nats’ Alex Call quickly turned failure into success on first career homer 2022-08-20T04:00:00Z If no candidate receives a majority, officials will eliminate the last-place finisher and reallocate his or her supporters’ votes to the voters’ second choices until one candidate has more than 50 percent of the vote. Lisa Murkowski and Kelly Tshibaka Advance in Alaska’s Senate Contest 2022-08-17T04:00:00Z If no candidate receives a majority, officials will eliminate the last-place finisher and reallocate his or her supporters’ votes to their second choices until one candidate has at least 50 percent of the votes. When will we know who won in Wyoming and Alaska? Keep the caffeine ready. 2022-08-16T04:00:00Z If no candidate receives a majority, officials will eliminate the last-place finisher and reallocate his or her supporters’ votes to the voters’ second choices until one candidate has at least 50 percent. Alaska’s voters will try out changes to primary and special elections. 2022-08-16T04:00:00Z If no candidate receives a majority, officials will eliminate the last-place finisher and reallocate supporters’ voter to the voters’ second choices until one candidate has at least 50 percent. Alaska: Here’s how to vote, where to vote and what’s on the ballot. 2022-08-16T04:00:00Z Kyle Farmer had two hits and two RBIs for last-place Cincinnati, which has dropped five straight and seven of 10 overall. Happ leads homer barrage, Cubs power past struggling Reds 2022-08-13T04:00:00Z Aledmys Díaz was in left field for Friday night’s series opener against last-place Oakland. Astros OF Brantley shelved by season-ending shoulder surgery 2022-08-12T04:00:00Z That’s a common sentiment around a fan base about to see a third straight last-place finish. ‘At least it wasn’t the Yankees’: For young baseball fans, an early lesson in a cruel business 2022-08-11T04:00:00Z Matt Reynolds hit a two-run double in the seventh, but the last-place Reds went down in order in the final two innings. Smyly stars as Cubs beat Reds in 2nd ‘Field of Dreams’ game 2022-08-11T04:00:00Z The last-place Red Sox lost their fourth straight game, and their sixth of seven. Prospect Grissom homers in debut, Braves beat Red Sox 8-4 2022-08-10T04:00:00Z The Guardians lead the last-place Tigers by 16 games in the division. Guardians beat Tigers 3-2 after Detroit fires GM Al Avila 2022-08-10T04:00:00Z The 31-year-old Belgian is United’s biggest prize in a summer blitz to revamp a last-place roster under new coach Wayne Rooney. Soccer - Washington Post Twitter Facebook Rss Loading... The deal was struck late Thursday, hours before MLS’s midnight deadline and one day before Palace’s opener against Arsenal, giving new coach Wayne Rooney and the last-place organization their biggest roster splash of the summer. D.C. United acquires Christian Benteke from Premier League’s Crystal Palace 2022-08-05T04:00:00Z Syndergaard is slated to start Thursday night against the last-place Nationals. Phillies release SS Gregorius, activate SS Segura from IL 2022-08-04T04:00:00Z As the Nationals stumble toward another last-place finish, they were selling a quick “reboot” around Soto, a once-in-a-generation player and one of the few reasons to root for the team this summer. Nats trade Juan Soto to Padres, a seismic move for the sport and franchise 2022-08-02T04:00:00Z But it was the last-place Tigers who earned a win on a sweltering night, snapping a three-game losing streak. Tigers top Twins 5-3 after Minnesota’s flurry of trade deals 2022-08-02T04:00:00Z Many in Kansas City took that to mean he wouldn’t get vaccinated for his last-place team but would be open to it for a contender. Royals send Whit Merrifield to Blue Jays for 2 players 2022-08-02T04:00:00Z He was starting more recently, mostly for Maikel Franco at third base, perhaps because the last-place Nationals wanted to showcase him ahead of Tuesday’s deadline. Nationals trade Ehire Adrianza to Braves for outfielder Trey Harris 2022-08-01T04:00:00Z Quintana’s reward is jumping from the last-place Pirates to a pennant race. Cardinals acquire veteran lefty Quintana from Pirates 2022-08-01T04:00:00Z For five innings on Saturday night, Clayton Kershaw navigated both a last-place opponent, the high-altitude elements and a quickly elevated pitch count. Clayton Kershaw's start comes to a screeching halt in Dodgers' loss to Rockies 2022-07-31T04:00:00Z The last-place Washington Nationals rallied late to beat the Dodgers 8-3 on Tuesday at Dodger Stadium. Six-run first inning propels Dodgers and Andrew Heaney to easy win over Nationals 2022-07-27T04:00:00Z Watching them toil for the last-place Nationals in an 8-3 win over the Dodgers, the questions were obvious although the answers are not. Dodgers get two big reminders of what a mega-trade with Nationals costs in 8-3 loss 2022-07-27T04:00:00Z Gray’s team, the last-place Washington Nationals, will try to win three straight games for only the fourth time this season. Back where his career began, Nationals’ Josiah Gray is looking to move on 2022-07-26T04:00:00Z The hottest ticket last weekend — at least for MLB scouts — might have been in Phoenix, where two last-place teams were playing. Old but gold: At 39, Verlander makes push for Cy Young award 2022-07-24T04:00:00Z They have been outscored by the Diamondbacks, another last-place team, 17-3 in the series. Diamondbacks keep Juan Soto at bay and take care of the Nationals again 2022-07-23T04:00:00Z A matchup between two last-place teams at Chase Field normally wouldn’t draw a huge crowd. MadBum rolls, Kelly homers, D-backs beat Nationals 7-2 2022-07-23T04:00:00Z Donavan Brazier’s reign as the men’s 800-meter world champion ended as he faded to sixth in his preliminary heat during his attempt to atone for his stunning last-place finish at last summer’s Olympic trials. Noah Lyles is back at his best. He needs to be to beat Erriyon Knighton. 2022-07-21T04:00:00Z Tory lawmakers will vote Tuesday and again on Wednesday, with the last-place challenger eliminated each time. 4 contenders battle in bitter race to replace Boris Johnson 2022-07-19T04:00:00Z Reporters asked Soto, the last-place Nationals’ only All-Star, if he would welcome playing for the Dodgers or the San Diego Padres or either team in New York. Juan Soto hitting the trade market is the talk of the All-Star Game 2022-07-18T04:00:00Z They didn’t take anything about their matchup with the last-place Fever for granted, head coach Noelle Quinn said before the game, and it paid off. Storm continue to stay hot as they break the Fever for fourth consecutive win 2022-07-17T04:00:00Z On Tuesday, he will be the only player representing the last-place Nationals in the All-Star Game. Juan Soto rejects 15-year, $440 million offer; Nats to consider trade 2022-07-16T04:00:00Z The last-place Reds swept Tampa Bay at home and took two of three on the road from the major league-leading New York Yankees. Gorman’s home run propels Cardinals past Reds 7-3 2022-07-15T04:00:00Z After winning the division last season by 13 games over Cleveland and 20 games over last-place Minnesota, the White Sox with their ample collection of All-Stars were again the consensus AL Central favorite. White Sox get HRs from Anderson, Engel in 6-2 win over Twins 2022-07-15T04:00:00Z Brandon Drury homered to help last-place Cincinnati win back-to-back games for the first time since June 26 in San Francisco and June 28 over the Cubs in Chicago. Kolozsvary scores on game-ending balk as Reds beat Rays 2-1 2022-07-08T04:00:00Z Sunday afternoon’s game wasn’t very different from the Storm’s first two contests against the Fever, the WNBA’s last-place team. Storm continue to stay hot as they break the Fever for fourth consecutive win 2022-07-17T04:00:00Z The last-place Reds threatened in the eighth, putting runners on second and third with one out. Reds spoil Scherzer’s return with a 1-0 ninth-inning win 2022-07-05T04:00:00Z There was no cut and even the last-place finisher earned a payday of $120,000. Branden Grace wins LIV Golf’s first US tournament 2022-07-02T04:00:00Z There’s no cut and even the last-place finisher earns a payday of $120,000. LIV tees off in Oregon amid criticism over Saudi funding 2022-06-30T04:00:00Z LIV tournaments are played over 54 holes with no cut, and even the last-place finisher gets $120,000. Sept. 11 families plan protest as LIV tees off in Oregon 2022-06-29T04:00:00Z LIV tournaments are played over 54 holes with no cut, and even the last-place finisher gets paid. Koepka cites injuries, family for joining Saudi-backed tour 2022-06-28T04:00:00Z If not, the last-place finisher is eliminated and each of their ballots is recast toward the voter’s next choice. Palin outpaced her rivals in the primary. Now she faces new challenges. 2022-06-22T04:00:00Z But the last-place Baltimore Orioles, as they have been for many teams this season, may have been the cure for what ailed the right-hander. Erick Fedde and the Nationals’ bullpen shut down the Orioles 2022-06-21T04:00:00Z A stretch of 14 games in 13 days, including Friday’s doubleheader against the Philadelphia Phillies, will do that to a last-place team. A long day ends with Nats dropping a doubleheader to the Phillies 2022-06-17T04:00:00Z The last-place Nationals have lost five in a row and eight of their last 10. Schwarber hits 2 homers as Phils thump Nats, 12th win in 14 2022-06-16T04:00:00Z On one side was the last-place Washington Nationals, wilting against Spencer Strider’s 100-mph fastball, then his biting slider, then the 97-mph fastballs that were slow for Strider — yes, really — yet still zoomed past late swings. With 13 homers in three games, Braves make it a sweep of the Nats 2022-06-15T04:00:00Z Last weekend’s last-place finisher made $120,000, or nearly 10 times what Shore has banked in his 15 months as a pro. Disrupters v Dreamers as 2 worlds of golf collide at US Open 2022-06-15T04:00:00Z This is a last-place team that almost certainly will finish in last place. Perspective | Stephen Strasburg can’t pitch — again — so the mind goes to unpleasant places 2022-06-14T04:00:00Z It was the first time this season the last-place Nationals entered the final game of a series with a chance at a sweep. Brewers beat Nationals 4-1 to halt 8-game losing streak 2022-06-12T04:00:00Z The Spaniards ended their winless run with the victory over last-place Switzerland, which has lost all its matches. Portugal and Spain win Nations League matches 2022-06-09T04:00:00Z The prize money on offer to the last-place finisher at Centurion this week is $120,000, which is $120,000 more than coming last in a PGA Tour event is worth. ‘This Is Uncomfortable’: Saudi Arabia Upends Genteel World of Pro Golf 2022-06-09T04:00:00Z Support for gun rights and opposition to abortion were on prominent display in the primary, along with concerns about New Mexico’s last-place employment rate and lagging student proficiency in schools. 5 Republicans vie for governor in New Mexico primary 2022-06-06T04:00:00Z It had needed a victory at last-place Alcorcón on the last day of the regular season to secure an automatic spot in the top flight, but it lost 1-0. Girona to play Tenerife for final promotion spot in Spain 2022-06-05T04:00:00Z Boston was shut out in back-to-back games by a pair of last-place teams that enter June a combined 22 games below .500. Castillo, Votto lead Reds to 1st Fenway win since ’75 Series 2022-05-31T04:00:00Z They’ve lost 21 of their past 28 games and just dropped two out of three to the last-place A’s. After falling into last place, Mariners season passes infuriating and moves into depressing 2022-05-25T04:00:00Z They look like a last-place team this year. Perspective | Stephen Strasburg is back on the bump, and that’s a start for the Nats 2022-05-24T04:00:00Z After facing the Philadelphia Phillies in seven of their last 10 games, the last-place Nationals should be a welcomed change of opponent for Los Angeles. Dodgers vs. Nationals: How to watch, streaming options and start times 2022-05-23T04:00:00Z Local favorite Fernando Alonso, who has struggled all season, recovered nicely from a last-place start after Alpine changed his car’s engine. Verstappen leads Red Bull 1-2 in Spain, Leclerc abandons 2022-05-22T04:00:00Z Smith went 1-2 in his three starts while Wilson was hurt, and though he scorched the last-place Jaguars in his final game as the starting QB, he was relatively ineffective otherwise. What kind of team did the Seahawks build? We’ll start to find out as OTAs begin Monday 2022-05-21T04:00:00Z For a reminder, as the last-place club returns home next week, fans can look anywhere around the stadium. Sports teams love crypto. What happens when their sponsor strikes out? 2022-05-20T04:00:00Z In the previous World Cup cycle, the last-place men’s team won more prize money than the first-place women’s team. Here’s what Megan Rapinoe has to say about the USWNT’s milestone equal-pay deal 2022-05-20T04:00:00Z Tottenham is the big favorite as it occupies fourth place — two points ahead of Arsenal — and has one of the easiest fixtures possible, an away game at last-place Norwich, which has already been relegated. Premier League finale: title, Europe, relegation all in play 2022-05-20T04:00:00Z The Yankees will attempt to complete a four-game sweep of last-place Baltimore on Thursday afternoon. Yankees ride Cole’s arm, quick start to 3-2 win over Orioles 2022-05-18T04:00:00Z St. Louis never expected to win its first Cup in 2019, given its last-place standing midway through the season. Win now or build for future? In today’s NHL, choice becoming clear for Kraken and others 2022-05-17T04:00:00Z Virginia Tech closes the regular season against last-place Duke at home this weekend and is still alive in the Coastal Division. Upstart Hokies setting sights high as ACC season winds down 2022-05-16T04:00:00Z Political votes definitely affect the mid-table results, however, while the last-place positions are reserved for the worst songs. Eurovision 2022: Wolves, treadmills and hope for the UK 2022-05-13T04:00:00Z He said members of the collective supporting the last-place team could become disenchanted and regret funding NIL. NIL expert predicts $50,000 minimum pay for Power 5 players 2022-05-10T04:00:00Z Mike Moustakas became the 14th Reds player on the injured list Monday when he was added without designation, the latest Cincinnati player apparently sidelined by COVID-19 issues on the last-place club. LEADING OFF: Verlander pitches as Astros face Twins, Correa 2022-05-09T04:00:00Z The last-place team would be directly relegated and the 11th-place team would enter a relegation playoff against the runner-up in the 10-team second division. Swiss soccer clubs to vote on best-of-3 league title playoff 2022-05-06T04:00:00Z It beat last-place Venezia 2-1 on Thursday to move out of the drop zone for the first time since the opening weekend of the season. Coach faces epic walk as Salernitana gets closer to survival 2022-05-06T04:00:00Z The last-place Reds had lost seven straight and 18 of 19 heading into Wednesday’s game, dropping to 3-20. Reds scratch Naquin, Senzel from lineup, put both on IL 2022-05-04T04:00:00Z Trey Mancini had two hits and an RBI for the last-place Orioles, who have dropped seven of nine. Jeffers HR carries streaking Twins past Orioles 7-2 2022-05-03T04:00:00Z Nashville blowing a four-goal lead and losing to last-place Arizona hours after Dallas beat Anaheim with an emergency backup goaltender in net for the third period flipped two matchups in the Western Conference. NHL playoff matchups determined after frantic final night 2022-04-29T04:00:00Z The Dodgers squandered an early lead in the 5-3 loss to the last-place Arizona Diamondbacks on Tuesday in Phoenix. Takeaways: Dodgers work to resolve winning almost everywhere except the scoreboard 2022-04-28T04:00:00Z A night after a regulation win would have clinched a playoff spot, Dallas started fast against last-place Arizona. Stars take final playoff spot with 4-3 OT loss to Coyotes 2022-04-27T04:00:00Z The last-place Canadiens mustered only four shots in the second but went ahead on Petry’s goal with 9 seconds remaining in the period. Petry helps Canadiens beat Rangers 4-3 to end 9-game skid 2022-04-27T04:00:00Z By the time he found reverse and restarted after a stall — and memories of last-place finishes in the first two races clouded the pit box — he was 21 seconds down. Local product Colton Herta wins pole position for Grand Prix of Long Beach 2022-04-10T04:00:00Z Baltimore lost 110 games in 2021, including 18 of 19 against Tampa Bay, which finished 48 games ahead of the last-place Orioles. Wander Franco has 3 hits, Rays win opener over Orioles 2-1 2022-04-08T04:00:00Z General manager Mike Rizzo tore down the roster at the trade deadline last July in the midst of a second straight last-place NL East finish. Mets beat Nats 5-1 in Showalter debut behind fill-in Megill 2022-04-07T04:00:00Z The contact also gives a fan base growing antsy after three straight last-place finishes a player to attach itself to. AP Source: Pirates sign 3B Ke’Bryan Hayes to 8-year deal 2022-04-07T04:00:00Z “I’m not celebrating anything,” said Arriola, one of four holdovers from the previous cycle, when the United States lost to last-place Trinidad and Tobago in the final qualifier. USMNT pours it on to pound Panama, move to cusp of World Cup berth 2022-03-27T04:00:00Z The Capitals, by virtue of earning a point by reaching overtime, officially eliminated the Eastern Conference’s last-place Montreal Canadiens from playoff contention. Ovechkin seals Capitals’ 4-3 shootout win over Sabres 2022-03-25T04:00:00Z With Panama’s 1-1 draw with last-place Honduras earlier Thursday, Canada needed a win or a draw at Costa Rica’s National Stadium in San Jose to secure a berth. Canada must wait for World Cup spot after loss to Costa Rica 2022-03-24T04:00:00Z Memories of failing on the last day of qualifying last time — against last-place Trinidad and Tobago — remain vivid. USMNT’s path to World Cup comes down to one week and three matches 2022-03-24T04:00:00Z In this qualifying cycle, the team known as “El Tri” needed late goals to defeat Jamaica and Panama, settled for draws with Canada and Costa Rica, and routed last-place Honduras, 3-0. In the thin air of Estadio Azteca, USMNT faces a heavy task against Mexico 2022-03-22T04:00:00Z Not long after, defenseman Carson Soucy added his second goal of the night to help lift his team to a 4-2 win over the Arizona Coyotes and out of a three-way tie for last-place overall. Behind Carson Soucy, Kraken down Coyotes for second straight victory 2022-03-22T04:00:00Z “Early in my career, I would have some of my worst games against last-place teams,” Bumgarner said. MadBum makes spring debut, Soler adds pop to Marlins 2022-03-22T04:00:00Z That’s in part a result of the roster being broken up around the trade deadline last year during what would be a second last-place finish in a row in the NL East. Cruz, Doolittle, Sánchez, Parra give Nats some experience 2022-03-14T04:00:00Z Frederik Andersen made 28 saves in his first game since March 3 after dealing with an undisclosed ailment, and the Metropolitan Division-leading Hurricanes defeated the last-place Flyers. Martinook breaks tie late in 3rd, Hurricanes top Flyers 3-1 2022-03-12T05:00:00Z When the Ottawa Senators were formed 29 years ago, they were a catastrophe on the ice and in the owners’ box, a last-place franchise that nearly went bankrupt. Kraken rally with three goals in third period but lose in overtime to Senators 2022-03-10T05:00:00Z It was Young Boys’ only win and a last-place finish meant it did not transfer to the second-tier Europa League. Swiss champion Young Boys fires coach David Wagner 2022-03-07T05:00:00Z The Golden Gophers have lost four in a row and six of its last seven to fall into a last-place tie with Nebraska in the Big Ten. Nance reaches 1,000 points, Northwestern tops Gophers 75-62 2022-03-06T05:00:00Z Inter Milan has been held scoreless in its last four games in all competitions but has a chance to rediscover its attacking verve when it hosts last-place Salernitana. MATCHDAY: Sevilla visits Alavés; Inter looks for goals 2022-03-03T05:00:00Z Seventh in the Atlantic Division, the Sabres improved to 17-30-8 — nine points ahead of last-place Montreal. Anderson, Sabres beat Maple Leafs 5-1 to snap 6-game skid 2022-03-02T05:00:00Z Tara VanDerveer's No. 2 Stanford team had just fended off last-place Washington when the Hall of Fame coach took time to exhale and ponder the remarkable depth of the Pac-12 Conference. Defending champion Stanford gears up for Pac-12 Tournament 2022-03-01T05:00:00Z Unlike a blowout loss to last-place New Jersey on Thursday night, this time it didn’t cost them. Jarry’s 27 saves, Malkin’s goal lead Penguins by Rangers 1-0 2022-02-26T05:00:00Z Sidney Crosby and company are sliding, the latest setback a 6-1 loss at home Thursday night to last-place New Jersey, which pounced on the Penguins for three goals in the first seven minutes and cruised. Last-place Devils jump on Penguins early in 6-1 win 2022-02-25T05:00:00Z Murray has scored 25 or more in an NCAA-best 12 games this season and has a chance to put up huge numbers again Friday when the Hawkeyes visit last-place Nebraska. Big Ten This Week: No. 13 Badgers out to avenge Rutgers loss 2022-02-25T05:00:00Z Their other three are at Oregon, last-place Oregon State and Washington. No. 12 UCLA avoids late collapse, beats Arizona State 66-52 2022-02-21T05:00:00Z In other matches Sunday, last-place Bordeaux hosted Monaco. Kluivert scores as Nice wins to pressure Marseille for 2nd 2022-02-20T05:00:00Z Still, Pittsburgh needed far more than its captain to fend off the last-place Flyers. Crosby scores 500th, Penguins rally past Flyers 5-4 in OT 2022-02-15T05:00:00Z What didn’t come as a surprise for Liverpool manager Jürgen Klopp was the fierce examination his team faced — and passed — against the league’s last-place team which didn’t really play like it. Liverpool keeps City in view; Newcastle clear of bottom 3 2022-02-13T05:00:00Z She took a hard fall on her opening jump before later stumbling again for a last-place finish. Olympic US-born Chinese figure skater Zhu Yi breaks down in tears after falling again during team event 2022-02-07T05:00:00Z Zhu, born in California, took a hard fall during her first combination attempt on Saturday, slamming into the wall before later stumbling on a triple loop attempt for a last-place finish with a 47.03 score. Olympic US-born figure skater representing China slammed on Chinese social media after botched performance 2022-02-06T05:00:00Z The Bengals climbed out of the muck of three consecutive last-place finishes in the AFC North to reach the Super Bowl for the first time since the 1988 season. Bearcats, Bengals finally gave Cincy fans reason to cheer 2022-02-04T05:00:00Z Winning road games in the region has been a difficult task for the Americans, who have lost at Panama and Canada, tied at El Salvador and Jamaica, and won at last-place Honduras. US has little margin for home World Cup qualifying stumble 2022-01-31T05:00:00Z Matchups against Rutgers and last-place Nebraska next week present an opportunity to gain some momentum. Cockburn returns, leads No. 24 Illini past Northwestern 2022-01-29T05:00:00Z When a last-place team drafts a kicker in the fifth round, fans scratch their heads. AFC Matchup: Newbie Bengals visit perennial contender Chiefs 2022-01-27T05:00:00Z The Islanders spotted the last-place Flyers a 2-0 lead in the first period, in which the Islanders held a 9-8 shots advantage. Parise’s 3rd-period goal lifts Islanders past Flyers, 4-3 2022-01-25T05:00:00Z Only last-place Venezuela, with seven points, is out of contention. Focus on Brazil’s Vinícius Júnior, Argentina’s Dybala 2022-01-25T05:00:00Z The Tigers are hoping this win, coupled with a blowout of last-place Georgia, will be enough to secure their first No. 1 ranking. Streaking No. 2 Auburn wins 80-71 over No. 12 Kentucky 2022-01-22T05:00:00Z Leader Manchester City has played 22 games and last-place Burnley has only contested 17 of the 38 fixtures after Tuesday's rescheduled game against Watford was postponed again. Postponements farce sees EPL explore tightening of rules 2022-01-19T05:00:00Z Leader Manchester City has played 22 games and last-place Burnley has only contested 17 of the 38 fixtures after Tuesday’s rescheduled game against Watford was postponed again. Postponements farce sees EPL explore tightening of rules 2022-01-19T05:00:00Z These were solid deals, but no press conferences and nothing in particular to make their fans feel encouraged about climbing back from their last-place finish 65-97 in 2021. LOVERRO: Nationals heavily invest internationally in a future with or without Soto 2022-01-17T05:00:00Z A night after outlasting Oklahoma City in a back-and-forth affair, the Wizards led wire to wire against last-place Orlando. Wizards hand Magic 10th straight loss, 112-106 2022-01-12T05:00:00Z The Predators were just fine without him against the last-place Coyotes, scoring three first-period goals in a chippy game that featured 25 penalties for 38 minutes. Predators beat Coyotes 4-2 in penalty-filled game 2022-01-08T05:00:00Z They can lose five in a row and then win three, they can score in bunches and then look like a last-place team. Week 13 NHL power rankings: Postponements make it difficult to learn much about teams 2022-01-07T05:00:00Z The Bears won the division at 12-4 in his first season thanks to a dominant defense following four straight last-place finishes and made the playoffs for the first time since 2010. Bears’ Nagy says he hasn’t been told finale is it for him 2022-01-05T05:00:00Z It’s because a last-place team will always have trouble generating demand. COVID-19 has complicated the Kraken’s season, but mistakes on and off ice have loomed large 2022-01-04T05:00:00Z Austin struggled through its first season in MLS season, finishing 12th in the 13-team Western Conference, one point ahead of last-place Houston. Austin FC and Ring agree to new designated player contract 2022-01-03T05:00:00Z They’ve lost half of the eight home games and could finish behind the currently last-place Broncos in the division. Chargers' playoff run starts against Denver with many key players back in lineup 2022-01-01T05:00:00Z It brings the total to 18 Premier League games postponed in the past three weeks, including last-place Norwich’s trip to Leicester on Saturday. Southampton-Newcastle postponed due to coronavirus cases 2021-12-31T05:00:00Z Todd Bowles couldn’t steer the Jets higher than a last-place finish in three of his four seasons. Jets now assured of another last-place AFC East finish 2021-12-19T05:00:00Z Newcastle has now won just one of its 18 league games this season and is only above last-place Norwich on goal difference. Premier League leader Man City beats ailing Newcastle 4-0 2021-12-19T05:00:00Z Cowboys at Giants: Ordinarily, a game between the first- and last-place teams in a division might not merit much attention, but there are untimely and unsettling concerns about Dallas quarterback Dak Prescott. What to watch in NFL Week 15: The stretch run continues amid a covid disruption 2021-12-18T05:00:00Z Seattle has more points than only last-place Arizona in the West and is a point behind Chicago. Kraken hope to climb back into playoff conversation after disappointing homestand 2021-12-13T05:00:00Z Salzburg finished with 10 points, one behind group winner Lille, which defeated last-place Wolfsburg in the other match. Salzburg beats Sevilla, reaches last 16 in CL for 1st time 2021-12-08T05:00:00Z Barcelona scored only two goals in six games, both against last-place Dynamo, and conceded nine. Barcelona out of Champions League in loss to Bayern Munich 2021-12-08T05:00:00Z Beating Dallas once, splitting against Philadelphia and taking care of business against the last-place New York Giants could be enough to get Washington at least an NFC wild-card spot. Washington rolling into 5-game finish vs. NFC East opponents 2021-12-06T05:00:00Z But they’d also lost at home to a now last-place Vancouver team and the Anaheim Ducks. Beating Oilers shows Kraken ready to climb back in race for the Pacific Division 2021-12-04T05:00:00Z It’s a historic spending spree for a club coming off a 60-win, last-place season — and it might not be over. Corey Seager joins Rangers on 10-year, $325-million deal; Is Clayton Kershaw next? 2021-11-29T05:00:00Z That left both teams on four points with Milan next hosting Liverpool and last-place Atlético going to Porto. European powers joined by Sporting in Champs League last 16 2021-11-24T05:00:00Z The win lifted the German side to third place in Group A, level on four points with last-place Brugge. Leipzig thrashes Club Brugge 5-0 in Champions League 2021-11-24T05:00:00Z Tabulators then revisit all the ballots that went to that last-place candidate and redistribute their votes to the candidates listed as second choice on those voter’s ballots. D.C. debates whether to switch to a ranked-choice voting system 2021-11-18T05:00:00Z They’re assured of a last-place finish in the ACC’s Coastal Division. Cunningham propels Louisville past Duke, 62-22 2021-11-18T05:00:00Z Russia’s 6-0 win over last-place Cyprus earlier in the day meant 2018 World Cup runner-up Croatia had to win against a Malta team which had proved tougher than usual to beat in this qualifying cycle. Croatia, Russia get high-scoring wins in WCup qualifying 2021-11-11T05:00:00Z This month, he will finish in the top three of voting for the National League’s MVP award despite playing for a last-place team. Analysis | The Juan Soto contract extension dance has begun between Scott Boras and the Nationals 2021-11-10T05:00:00Z But selling the Kraken in a Seattle market with plenty else going on will require something better than a last-place team and more of an off-ice effort by those running the franchise. Here’s some friendly advice when attending a Kraken game: Sit down 2021-11-09T05:00:00Z The Cougars moved up a few rungs last year after being penciled in for a last-place finish. After NCAA berth, WSU women’s basketball team has sights set higher 2021-11-09T05:00:00Z Under a ranked-choice system, when the ballots are tallied, the last-place candidate is removed and the second choices of his supporters are distributed to the other candidates. Perspective | How ranked-choice voting saved the Virginia GOP from itself 2021-11-05T04:00:00Z Kentucky visits last-place Vanderbilt in its SEC finale on Nov. 13. Hooker’s 4 TDs help Tennessee top No. 18 Kentucky 45-42 2021-11-06T04:00:00Z Las Vegas bounced back with wins over Denver and Philadelphia, and, after a week off, plays the last-place Giants, who are 1-3 at home. A season of promise for the Raiders turns into one marred by turmoil and tragedy 2021-11-06T04:00:00Z The loss for Atlético, which was beaten 3-2 by Liverpool in Madrid two weeks ago, also helped last-place AC Milan, which got its first point in a 1-1 draw at home to Porto. Liverpool beats Atlético 2-0 to reach CL knockout rounds 2021-11-03T04:00:00Z PSG leads its Champions League group and plays last-place Leipzig on Wednesday. Messi to miss PSG’s match at Leipzig in Champions League 2021-11-02T04:00:00Z The team could have had an even bigger advantage at the top had it not faltered against last-place Getafe a few weeks ago. Madrid excels as Barcelona struggles, Atlético stutters 2021-10-25T04:00:00Z Austrian side Salzburg tops the group with seven points after beating last-place Wolfsburg 3-1 at home in the other group game. Lille, Sevilla still winless after Champions League 0-0 draw 2021-10-20T04:00:00Z PSG was playing last-place Leipzig in the group’s other match Tuesday. Manchester City routs Club Brugge 5-1 in Champions League 2021-10-19T04:00:00Z Also on Thursday, Bolivia will play against Paraguay and Chile will host last-place Venezuela. Brazil to host Uruguay; Argentina rises in qualifying 2021-10-12T04:00:00Z Ecuador remains on 16 points and last-place Venezuela has seven. Brazil, Colombia draw 0-0 in World Cup qualifying 2021-10-10T04:00:00Z “We’re stoked with the day. It couldn’t have gone better for us,” said Slingsby, who for the second time this season bounced back from a last-place finish to win a regatta. Slingsby steers Aussies to win in wild SailGP regatta 2021-10-10T04:00:00Z Similar scenes should be avoided when Brazil, which tops the qualifying standings, visits last-place Venezuela and second-place Argentina travels to Asuncion to face Paraguay. Brazil, Argentina face tests as WCup qualifying resumes 2021-10-05T04:00:00Z And yes, he knows at the moment it’s not the “win/loss” column following a third straight last-place finish in the NL Central. Pirates GM Cherington: “seeds” planted to grow future winner 2021-10-05T04:00:00Z Maybe, but their self-imposed purgatory and three straight last-place finishes have also left the fan base without much to cling to in the present. Pirates see signs of progress amid another dismal finish 2021-10-04T04:00:00Z The team could have begun Monday morning in full tailspin — a last-place team with an exposed defense. Analysis | Until Washington finds its long-term QB answer, it is lucky to have Taylor Heinicke 2021-10-03T04:00:00Z The home team has been dragging to a last-place finish after shipping away such stars as Max Scherzer and Trea Turner at the trade deadline. Devers hits 2 HR; Red Sox to host Yanks in AL wild-card game 2021-10-03T04:00:00Z The Pirates capped off their third straight last-place finish in the NL Central by falling to 0-16 this season when having an opportunity to every game of a series. Votto hits 36th homer, Reds top Pirates 6-3 in season finale 2021-10-03T04:00:00Z He finished ahead of Ozzie Smith and Jack Clark of the NL East champion St. Louis Cardinals to become the first MVP winner from a last-place team. Analysis | The last time MLB’s MVPs missed the playoffs was 1987. It could happen again this year. 2021-10-01T04:00:00Z His last-place Washington Nationals were facing the fourth-place Colorado Rockies on Monday. Juan Soto, who links baseball’s past, present and future, could change the game 2021-10-01T04:00:00Z The Boston Red Sox finally put it all together, and it didn't matter one bit that this very important victory came at the expense of the last-place Baltimore Orioles. Martinez helps Red Sox end slide with 6-0 win over Orioles 2021-09-30T04:00:00Z Although Boston didn’t completely recover its offensive mojo, the 13-hit attack was more than enough to get past the last-place Orioles. Martinez helps Red Sox end slide with 6-0 win over Orioles 2021-09-29T04:00:00Z After a day off to regroup, Boston launched its final trip of the season with a matchup against the last-place Orioles. Red Sox wild card bid stalls with 4-2 loss to Orioles 2021-09-28T04:00:00Z Boston, which started Tuesday a game behind New York, will continue a three-game series at last-place Baltimore. LEADING OFF: Yanks’ Cole faces Jays in potential last start 2021-09-28T04:00:00Z The injury is a big blow for the NL West leaders, who begin a home series with the last-place Diamondbacks on Tuesday night still seeking to close out their first division title since 2012. LEADING OFF: NL East showdown, wild Cards at 16, Yanks-Jays 2021-09-27T04:00:00Z After the Chiefs were gouged by Cleveland and Baltimore on the ground, leaving them with a last-place rush defense, they fared better on Sunday. Chiefs blaming only themselves for turnover-prone 1-2 start 2021-09-27T04:00:00Z Philadelphia was able to hang in the race with five straight victories, but the Phillies finally lost Sunday to a last-place Pittsburgh team. Braves, Phillies to go head to head with division in balance 2021-09-27T04:00:00Z They were facing the last-place Diamondbacks, a team they’d beaten in 15 of 17 previous meetings. Dodgers' division title struggles deepen with loss to last-place Arizona 2021-09-26T04:00:00Z They escaped with a win over the last-place Rangers. Yanks sweep Texas, pass Blue Jays, roll into Fenway showdown 2021-09-23T04:00:00Z Hardly textbook, but enough against the last-place Rangers. Yanks rally to sweep Rangers, roll into Fenway showdown 2021-09-22T04:00:00Z New York, which remained a half-game behind Toronto for the final American League playoff spot, has taken two straight from last-place Texas following a 7-15 slide. Yankees power past Rangers 7-1 to keep pace in playoff race 2021-09-22T04:00:00Z New York, which remained a half-game behind Toronto for the final American League playoff spot, has taken two straight from last-place Texas following a 7-15 stretch. Yankees power past Rangers 7-1 to keep pace in playoff race 2021-09-21T04:00:00Z Under the system, if no candidate won a majority, the last-place winner was eliminated. Glitch Reveals Ballot Choices of N.Y.C. Voters, Including Mayor’s Son 2021-09-20T04:00:00Z That it didn’t says a lot about where the Nats find themselves as the fall of 2021 approaches: a last-place team with more stars to replace than stars on the roster. Perspective | Two years after a World Series championship, the Nationals have become a tough sell 2021-09-17T04:00:00Z Carlos Correa and the Houston Astros are closing in on another AL West title after dominating their last-place Texas rival again. Correa HR triggers 7-run 4th, Astros roll past Rangers 12-1 2021-09-17T04:00:00Z They took three of four in their final series with the last-place Rangers. Correa HR triggers 7-run 4th, Astros roll past Rangers 12-1 2021-09-16T04:00:00Z Atlanta is 1 1/2 games ahead of last-place Indiana. Sykes scores 17 points, Sparks keep postseason hopes alive 2021-09-16T04:00:00Z The second-choice votes of those who had favored the last-place candidate were counted instead. Glitch Reveals Ballot Choices of N.Y.C. Voters, Including Mayor’s Son 2021-09-20T04:00:00Z They entered the day 1 1/2 games behind St. Louis and were in danger of getting swept by the last-place Pirates. Mahle, Reds avoid sweep, edge Pirates 1-0 2021-09-16T04:00:00Z Kenley Jansen and the Los Angeles Dodgers can clinch their ninth consecutive playoff appearance with a win at home over last-place Arizona and losses by two of the following teams: Cincinnati, St. Louis, San Diego. LEADING OFF: Greinke back, Vladdy & daddy, Brewers pitch in 2021-09-14T04:00:00Z Pitching for the first time in more than two months, the left-hander gave up one run over 4 1/3 innings in the Dodgers’ 5-1 win over the last-place Arizona Diamondbacks. Clayton Kershaw's return an important step for October-focused Dodgers 2021-09-14T04:00:00Z Manager Chris Woodward’s last-place ballclub needed it and headed home feeling a lot better after taking two of three from the contending A’s. Rangers hold off A's 4-3 to win series, dent Oakland's hopes 2021-09-12T04:00:00Z Toronto rolls into a home series against AL East-leading Tampa Bay after scoring 22 runs Sunday and 44 runs over three games during a weekend set against the last-place Orioles. LEADING OFF: 41-year-old Hill faces 40-year-old Wainwright 2021-09-12T04:00:00Z Those two wins followed an uncharacteristic last-place finish in Italy in early June. Slingsby’s Aussies go for SailGP hat trick at Saint-Tropez 2021-09-10T04:00:00Z It was an interleague matchup between two last-place teams that have long been out of contention. Rangers win 3rd straight, beat Diamondbacks 3-1 2021-09-07T04:00:00Z Gary Sánchez hit a grand slam and a two-run homer, but the New York Yankees blew a late lead and lost again to Baltimore, falling to the last-place Orioles 8-7 Sunday. Sánchez 2 HRs, 6 RBIs, but Yanks blow lead, fall to O's 8-7 2021-09-05T04:00:00Z Anthony Alford hit two long home runs for last-place Pittsburgh, which dropped its fourth straight game. Cubs win without David Ross, topping Pirates 6-5 2021-09-03T04:00:00Z New York won all three games completed this week against the last-place Marlins to cap a tumultuous homestand, including the resumption of one suspended in the top of the first on April 11. Embattled Mets edge Marlins 4-3 for 5th straight victory 2021-09-02T04:00:00Z The last-place Pirates enter a series against the Cubs with at least one impressive streak going for them. LEADING OFF: Mets acting GM Scott set for DUI court date 2021-09-01T04:00:00Z Mike Evans endured four last-place finishes in the NFC South in his first six seasons with Tampa Bay before last season's breakthrough Super Bowl championship earned the Buccaneers long-awaited respect. Brady's Bucs poised to end Saints' 4-year run atop NFC South 2021-08-30T04:00:00Z The Pirates are also 27th in the majors in batting average and are on their way to a third straight last-place finish in the NL Central. Last-place Pirates fire hitting coach Rick Eckstein 2021-08-30T04:00:00Z The eventual loss, 7-5, to the last-place Marlins, was on his slumping shoulders. Patrick Corbin’s struggles look painfully familiar in loss to Marlins 2021-08-26T04:00:00Z Polanco had three of the Pirates’ 17 hits in helping last-place Pittsburgh win for the fifth time in seven games. Polanco hears cheers amid 8-run rally, Bucs beat Cards 11-7 2021-08-26T04:00:00Z Philly also welcomes the Colorado Rockies, Chicago Cubs and last-place Pittsburgh Pirates, and has two road series at Miami, one at Washington and one at the New York Mets. LEADING OFF: Yanks go for 12 straight, Scherzer faces Padres 2021-08-25T04:00:00Z The Baltimore Orioles, a last-place team on an 18-game losing streak, have made four waiver claims since July 30. Analysis | After big moves at trade deadline, Nationals’ waiver claims show a shift in their thinking 2021-08-24T04:00:00Z The Red Sox had seemingly snapped out of a 3-11 slump when they swept last-place Baltimore for three games over the weekend. Yanks overtake Red Sox for wild card with doubleheader sweep 2021-08-18T04:00:00Z The Red Sox had seemingly snapped out of a 3-11 slump when they swept last-place Baltimore in three games last weekend. LEADING OFF: Bassitt hit in head, Ohtani on mound, Sox-Yanks 2021-08-17T04:00:00Z The Nationals lost a series finale to the last-place Miami Marlins on July 21 and were swept by the last-place Orioles in Baltimore. The Nationals’ deadline fire sale unfolded in a matter of days. But it was years in the making. 2021-08-13T04:00:00Z The Mariners have lost five of six overall and three of four to the last-place Rangers. Rangers rally twice over Mariners, snap 14-game road skid 2021-08-11T04:00:00Z The last-place Marlins are in San Diego this week, and Mattingly plans to return to the dugout when they start a homestand Friday against the Chicago Cubs. LEADING OFF: Betts has ailing hip, Mattingly nears return 2021-08-10T04:00:00Z The last-place Marlins began a series at San Diego on Monday, and Mattingly plans to return to the dugout when they start a homestand Friday against the Chicago Cubs. Mattingly to rejoin Marlins on Friday after bout with virus 2021-08-10T04:00:00Z On Tuesday, he tweeted, “We have to get our act together soon,” during a loss to the last-place Miami Marlins. One Game, and Tweet, at a Time, the Mets Are Sliding 2021-08-08T04:00:00Z Gray allowed one hit over his first four innings before last-place Pittsburgh sent nine batters to the plate in a five-hit, four-run fifth. Suárez, Votto homer to help Reds beat Pirates 7-4 2021-08-05T04:00:00Z Andy Ibañez homered for the last-place Rangers, who missed a chance to match their season high with a fourth consecutive victory. Adell’s 3 RBIs in season debut help Angels beat Rangers 11-3 2021-08-03T04:00:00Z Spencer Patton worked the ninth for his first big league save in three chances as the last-place Rangers won their third game in a row. Rangers steal home in 4-1 win over Angels for 3 in a row 2021-08-02T04:00:00Z But the Nationals already showed what they are while getting swept by the last-place Baltimore Orioles over the weekend. Nationals are walked off again — and the chances of a deadline fire sale grow 2021-07-26T04:00:00Z Six losing seasons, four coaches, two general managers and two last-place finishes later, the Sabres find themselves back at Square 1. Analysis: Sabres back at Square 1 in seeking to trade Eichel 2021-07-26T04:00:00Z The Giants still own the majors’ best record but have lost two games in a row to the Pirates, the NL Central’s last-place club. Polanco, Newman lead Pirates to 10-2 romp over Giants 2021-07-25T04:00:00Z Yes, it was one game against the last-place Marlins. Jon Lester dominates on the mound, homers at the plate as the Nats pound the Marlins 2021-07-19T04:00:00Z Trea Turner drove in four runs with a homer and a triple as Washington began a stretch of six games against the last-place Marlins and the Baltimore Orioles. Lester, Soto power Nationals in 18-1 rout of Marlins 2021-07-19T04:00:00Z The Aussies rebounded from an unthinkable last-place finish in the eight-boat fleet in Italy last month, the first time in seven SailGP regattas they hadn’t finished first or second. Slingsby steers Aussies to bounce-back SailGP victory 2021-07-18T04:00:00Z Sunday’s comeback sealed a three-game series win over the cellar dwellers after the Dodgers dropped three of four games to the Miami Marlins — the NL East’s last-place team. Max Muncy makes Diamondbacks 'pay' by hitting walk-off homer in Dodgers' win 2021-07-11T04:00:00Z An inning later, his errant throw cost the Dodgers another game against a last-place team. Blake Treinen’s wild pitch, Will Smith’s error cap another Dodgers' loss to Marlins 2021-07-07T04:00:00Z Because no one received more than 50 percent of first-choice votes, the last-place candidate was eliminated and that person’s votes were redistributed to whomever those voters ranked second. Brooklyn Borough President Eric Adams projected as winner of New York’s Democratic mayoral primary 2021-07-06T04:00:00Z But the issues with the outing were not confined to one crooked, frustrating loss to the last-place Marlins. A rocky start for Jon Lester puts the Nationals behind early in an 11-2 loss to the Marlins 2021-06-25T04:00:00Z If no one receives more than 50 percent of first-choice votes, the last-place candidate is eliminated and that person’s votes are redistributed to whoever those voters ranked second. Eric Adams leads in New York mayor’s race; challengers plead for patience as votes are ranked 2021-06-23T04:00:00Z In ranked-choice voting, the last-place candidate is eliminated, and his or her votes are reallocated to whichever candidate his or her supporters ranked next. Why We May Not Know Who Won the Mayoral Primary for Weeks 2021-06-21T04:00:00Z What did get them cheering were goal updates being flashed on the big screens as Scotland lost to Croatia 3-1 and was eliminated as the last-place team. Sterling savior again: England beats Czechs at Euro 2020 2021-06-22T04:00:00Z The Dodgers, short-handed without three of their best hitters, continued their struggles against left-handed starting pitching Friday night in their series opener against the last-place Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field. Steven Souza Jr.'s home run helps Dodgers defeat skidding Diamondbacks 2021-06-19T04:00:00Z They need sharper outings from Patrick Corbin, so he threw 8⅓ innings against the last-place Pirates at Nationals Park, holding them to one run on eight hits across 110 pitches. Patrick Corbin and the Nationals coast past the Pirates for their third straight win 2021-06-15T04:00:00Z The last-place candidate is eliminated in a series of rounds, with that candidate’s votes reallocated to whichever candidate their supporters ranked next. In the N.Y.C. Mayor’s Race, Being Second Might Be Good Enough to Win 2021-06-10T04:00:00Z Knowing a home win over last-place Liechtenstein would clinch qualification, Finland left no room for late heartbreak this time, rolling to a 3-0 victory. Finland has had a cursed soccer past. Now, as a first-time Euro qualifier, it is ready to believe. 2021-06-09T04:00:00Z Next up: a three-game series against the Texas Rangers, another last-place club, beginning Friday at Dodger Stadium. Mookie Betts impresses with his bat and glove in Dodgers' win over Pirates 2021-06-10T04:00:00Z If no candidate receives more than 50 percent of the first-choice vote, the last-place finisher is eliminated. Kathryn Garcia Doesn’t Want to Be Anyone’s No. 2 2021-06-07T04:00:00Z Overall, Buffalo became the 10th last-place team to retain the top pick in the draft since the lottery was first introduced in 1995. Last-place Sabres win draft lottery; Kraken get No. 2 pick 2021-06-02T04:00:00Z China moved into second spot on 10 points after a 7-0 win over last-place Guam on Sunday. Asian World Cup qualifiers to be moved from China to Dubai 2021-05-31T04:00:00Z The Board of Elections will eliminate the last-place finisher among the candidates. Adams Gets Boost With Latino Voters: 5 Takeaways From Mayor’s Race 2021-05-24T04:00:00Z “I don’t view this team as a last-place team,” Schwarber said. Perspective | The Nats have shaken off slow starts before, but this one seems to raise bigger questions 2021-05-13T04:00:00Z West Bromwich Albion’s fate was sealed on Sunday, joining last-place Sheffield United in going down. MATCHDAY: Fulham relegated if it loses to Burnley 2021-05-09T04:00:00Z A Penguins victory in their regular-season finale against last-place Buffalo on Saturday and another Washington loss to Philadelphia hours later would clinch the division for Pittsburgh. Capitals lose to Flyers, miss chance to reclaim 1st in East 2021-05-07T04:00:00Z Hertha and last-place Schalke have four, including their postponed game next Wednesday. Hertha beats Freiburg to leave Bundesliga relegation zone 2021-05-06T04:00:00Z If no candidate receives an outright majority, the last-place finisher is eliminated, and that candidate’s votes are reallocated to whomever those voters listed as their second preference. GOP governor race: Who’s in first depends on who’s in second 2021-05-05T04:00:00Z Horizon League leader Wright State put up eye-popping numbers against last-place Purdue-Fort Wayne over the weekend. Gators hope series win over Vandy is sign of things to come 2021-05-03T04:00:00Z Hertha hasn’t played a game since April 10 due to a coronavirus outbreak at the club, and must catch up on its rivals to avoid joining last-place Schalke in the second division. MATCHDAY: Relegation looms for West Brom; Hertha returns 2021-05-02T04:00:00Z The last-place Ducks used their home finale to pay tribute to the 40-year-old Miller, who recently announced he will retire after the season as the winningest American-born goalie in NHL history. Ryan Miller wins final home start, Ducks beat Kings 6-2 2021-05-01T04:00:00Z The last-place Ducks used their home finale to pay tribute to the 40-year-old Miller, who recently announced he will retire after the season. Ryan Miller wins final home start, Ducks beat Kings 6-2 2021-05-02T04:00:00Z Max Domi scored three minutes into the game for the last-place Blue Jackets. Hamilton’s OT goal lifts Hurricanes past Blue Jackets 2021-05-01T04:00:00Z The Bruins entered Thursday holding the fourth and final playoff spot for the East Division, took the first of back-to-back games against the last-place Sabres, who fell to 13-31-7. Bruins score 3 unanswered goals in 3rd, beat Sabres 5-2 2021-04-29T04:00:00Z New York went 3 for 14 with runners in scoring position and finished a 5-3 trip that started in Cleveland and dropped into a last-place tie with Baltimore in the AL East at 11-14. Mullins’ sac fly propels Orioles past Yankees 4-3 in 10 2021-04-29T04:00:00Z Baltimore moved one game ahead of the last-place Yankees in the AL East. Mullins hits 2 HRs, leading Harvey, Orioles over Yankees 4-2 2021-04-26T04:00:00Z Chandler Stephenson scored two goals in the first period and the Vegas Golden Knights cruised to their franchise-record ninth consecutive victory, 5-1 over the last-place Anaheim Ducks on Saturday night. Golden Knights rout Ducks 5-1 for team-best 9th straight win 2021-04-25T04:00:00Z More recently the A’s have wrapped six playoff appearances around three last-place seasons. The A’s Bust and Boom Their Way to First Place 2021-04-22T04:00:00Z New York went 2 for 8 with runners in scoring position, but the last-place Yankees improved to 6-10 and avoided what would have been their worst start since 1972. Yanks stop 5-game skid, beat Braves 3-1 on wild pitch, walk 2021-04-20T04:00:00Z After failing to win its last two games, Atlético Madrid must beat last-place Eibar at home to ensure it stays top of the Spanish league. MATCHDAY: Spectators return to English stadium for FA Cup SF 2021-04-17T04:00:00Z Okposo joins a growing list of injuries for the last-place team that is one loss from being mathematically eliminated from contention for the Stanley Cup playoffs and matching an NHL record 10-year playoff drought. Sabres Okposo to miss rest of season with broken cheekbone 2021-04-17T04:00:00Z He leaves the last-place Sabres to join the banged-up Bruins, who are in a tightly contested race to secure the East Division’s fourth and final playoff spot. Monday’s Sports In Brief 2021-04-13T04:00:00Z Hall gets a chance for a fresh start after a forgettable season with the last-place Sabres, while the banged-up Bruins upgraded their lineup in a bid to complete their late-season playoff push. COVID-19 cap crunch limits moves made at NHL trade deadline 2021-04-12T04:00:00Z It looks like a huge mismatch as third-place Monaco hosts last-place Dijon. MATCHDAY: Man U at Spurs, West Ham v Leicester in top 4 race 2021-04-10T04:00:00Z The Capitals return home to face Boston on Thursday before two games in Buffalo against the last-place Sabres. Nelson's late goal gives Islanders 1-0 win over Capitals 2021-04-07T04:00:00Z Philadelphia has another game against fourth-place Boston on Saturday to try to close the gap, Dallas gets four games against last-place Detroit in mid-April and Calgary is treating every game like it’s already the playoffs. Cratering Blues running out of time to salvage season 2021-04-06T04:00:00Z Anthony Mantha also scored for the last-place Red Wings, who were coming off an embarrassing 7-1 loss at Nashville on Thursday night. Pickard, Blue Jackets beat Red Wings 3-1 2021-03-27T04:00:00Z Chelsea took the lead in the 24th minute when it was yet to register a shot on target against the Premier League’s last-place team. Chelsea beats Sheffield United 2-0 to reach FA Cup semis 2021-03-21T04:00:00Z Rangers: Return home to face the last-place Buffalo Sabres on Monday. Zibanejad scores late, Rangers end Capitals’ win streak at 7 2021-03-20T04:00:00Z Last season’s upheaval generated the lowest of expectations: a predicted last-place finish in the Big East this year. Patrick Ewing, back in March Madness, has a message for his doubters 2021-03-19T04:00:00Z Carolina beat last-place Detroit 2-1 on Sunday night and moved into the Central Division lead ahead of Tampa Bay and Florida. Red Wings beat Hurricanes 4-2, ending their 8-game streak 2021-03-16T04:00:00Z If not, the last-place candidate is eliminated, and the votes that went to that candidate are now reallocated to the second choices of those voters. I like Ike, but Mike’s OK; ranked-choice voting gets a look 2021-03-16T04:00:00Z Barcelona is unbeaten in 16 league games — with 13 wins and three draws — before it hosts last-place Huesca on Monday. Koeman hopes his new-look Barcelona convinces Messi to stay 2021-03-11T05:00:00Z Barcelona is unbeaten in 16 league games - with 13 wins and three draws - before it hosts last-place Huesca on Monday. Koeman hopes his new-look Barcelona convinces Messi to stay 2021-03-11T05:00:00Z During the first matchup, Nebraska, the last-place team in the Big Ten, tied the score with 8:12 remaining. Aaron Wiggins is playing the best basketball of his Maryland career 2021-02-26T05:00:00Z Lens jumped up to fifth with a 2-1 home win against last-place Dijon. Lille routs Lorient 4-1 to keep 1st place, PSG faces Monaco 2021-02-21T05:00:00Z Against Nebraska, the last-place team in the Big Ten, Maryland’s performance wasn’t a forceful display of dominance or poise. Maryland scuffles, then pulls away late to beat last-place Nebraska 2021-02-16T05:00:00Z Mason Plumlee missed the game for the last-place Pistons because of a right elbow issue. Pacers snap 4-game skid with 111-95 win over Pistons 2021-02-11T05:00:00Z Oregon: Hosts last-place California on Friday before first-place Stanford visits on Monday. No. 10 Arizona women down No. 11 Oregon 79-59 2021-02-08T05:00:00Z There were also wins for last-place Sheffield United and Crystal Palace as the Premier League started its third round of games in a week in explosive fashion. 9-0 again: Southampton slumps to record-tying loss to Man U 2021-02-02T05:00:00Z Coach Bruce Arians didn’t stop there in forming a staff to help him transforming a perennial last-place franchise into championship contenders two years ago. Black coordinators make Super Bowl history with Buccaneers 2021-02-02T05:00:00Z Albion goes to last-place Sheffield United on Tuesday. EPL relegation rivals West Brom, Fulham draw 2-2 2021-01-30T05:00:00Z A 2-1 home loss to last-place Sheffield United not only prevented Man United from returning to first place at the expense of fierce rival Manchester City. Man United stunned by Sheffield; Tuchel’s Chelsea draws 0-0 2021-01-27T05:00:00Z Philadelphia is atop the Eastern Conference but didn't push its lead over the last-place Pistons into double figures until early in the fourth quarter. Embiid hits late free throws, 76ers beat Pistons 114-110 2021-01-24T05:00:00Z Philadelphia is atop the Eastern Conference but didn’t push its lead over the last-place Pistons into double figures until early in the fourth quarter. Embiid hits late free throws, 76ers beat Pistons 114-110 2021-01-23T05:00:00Z The Red Sox, coming off a last-place finish in the American League East, will presumably provide him the role he has sought since breaking into the majors in 2014. Kiké Hernández leaving the Dodgers after reaching two-year deal with Red Sox 2021-01-22T05:00:00Z The lifeless Bruins had just given up another layup to Washington, looking as if they might come out on the embarrassing end of a matchup between the Pac-12 Conference’s first- and last-place teams. First-place UCLA rallies to beat last-place Washington, improves to 7-0 in Pac-12 2021-01-16T05:00:00Z The Buckeyes won their only other game this week at last-place Nebraska, Robbins leads No. 21 Minnesota past No. 25 Ohio State 77-60 2021-01-03T05:00:00Z Despite another last-place finish, Taylor was pleased with the effort in the penultimate game of the season. Bengals cap productive week with pair of unexpected wins 2020-12-28T05:00:00Z The Chargers will miss the playoffs for the ninth time in 11 years and are trying to avoid a last-place finish in the AFC West for the fourth time in six seasons. Chargers still haunted by damage from meltdown vs. Broncos 2020-12-26T05:00:00Z That was followed by a loss at fellow AFC contender Buffalo before a humbling 27-17 defeat to last-place Cincinnati on Monday night. Struggling Steelers in midst of historic collapse 2020-12-22T05:00:00Z The system lets voters rank all candidates in order of preference, and then uses last-place candidate eliminations and additional tabulations to ensure a majority winner. Pandemic, election, strike among Maine’s top stories of 2020 2020-12-22T05:00:00Z If no candidate receives a majority, the last-place winner is eliminated and the second-choice votes of those ballots are counted. 5 Takeaways From the Mayor’s Race: A Subway Pledge and Police Scrutiny 2020-12-21T05:00:00Z The Uruguayan is credited as the catalyst that turned a last-place Sounders team into the 2016 MLS Cup champions. Sounders star Nico Lodeiro signs contract extension with Seattle through 2023 2020-12-16T05:00:00Z But after a last-place finish in 1914, Lajoie demanded a trade and was sent back to his previous club, the Philadelphia Athletics, necessitating a name change for Cleveland. The Cleveland Biebers? A Baseball Team Is in Need of a Name 2020-12-14T05:00:00Z But if no candidate receives a majority, the last-place winner is eliminated and the second choice votes of those ballots are counted. 5 Highlights of the N.Y.C. Mayor’s Race: Yang and Rose Enter 2020-12-14T05:00:00Z A comeback win over another last-place team doesn’t change that. Hernández: Chargers' ongoing problems threaten to make them a permanent joke in L.A. 2020-12-13T05:00:00Z If no candidate wins a majority, the last-place winner is eliminated. Why Some N.Y.C. Lawmakers Want to Rethink Ranked-Choice Voting 2020-12-09T05:00:00Z Last to arrive and last-place in our rankings. Who makes the best chocolate chip cookie? We tasted 14 top brands and ranked them. 2020-12-04T05:00:00Z State far removed from its respective last-place finish in the Atlantic Coast Conference last season. Georgia Tech, NC State look to continue 2020 recoveries 2020-12-03T05:00:00Z Lokomotiv hosts last-place Salzburg in the other group match on Tuesday. Atlético Madrid looks to advance while Bayern rests players 2020-11-30T05:00:00Z Genoa is in the bottom three, above last-place Crotone and level with Torino. MATCHDAY: West Ham, Aston Villa meet after convincing starts 2020-11-29T05:00:00Z The second-choice votes of those who had favored the last-place candidate would be counted instead. Why Some N.Y.C. Lawmakers Want to Rethink Ranked-Choice Voting 2020-12-09T05:00:00Z The verdict lifted last-place Switzerland above Ukraine in their Nations League group based on a tiebreaker of head-to-head results. UEFA ruling relegates Ukraine from Nations League top tier 2020-11-25T05:00:00Z If no candidate receives a majority of first-choice votes, the last-place candidate is eliminated and those who marked that candidate as their first choice get their second choice counted instead. Who Will Succeed Mayor de Blasio? New York’s Future May Ride on the Answer 2020-11-19T05:00:00Z The Netherlands’ final group match is Wednesday against Poland, while last-place Bosnia hosts Italy. De Boer gets 1st win as Netherlands coach 2020-11-15T05:00:00Z The Netherlands’ final group match is Wednesday against Poland, while last-place Bosnia hosts Italy. De Boer gets 1st win as Netherlands coach 2020-11-15T05:00:00Z They will look to stay unbeaten when they host the last-place Cincinnati Bengals on Sunday. Steelers stay perfect, keep top spot in AP Pro32 poll 2020-11-10T05:00:00Z The last-place Cowboys had just one interception on the season before Diggs’ pair. Cowboys rookie CB Diggs out several weeks with broken foot 2020-11-10T05:00:00Z If no one wins a majority of first-round votes, then there will be additional tabulations in which last-place candidates are eliminated and those supporters’ second-place choices are reallocated to the remaining field. AP News Guide: A look at Maine’s general election 2020-11-04T05:00:00Z Wales won only once, against perennial last-place finisher Italy. 6N: Wales loses to Scotland 14-10, drops to 5th-place finish 2020-10-31T04:00:00Z If none of them wins a majority of first-round votes, then there will be additional tabulations in which last-place candidates are eliminated and those supporters’ second-place choices are reallocated to the remaining field. AP News Guide: A look at Maine’s general election 2020-10-31T04:00:00Z Last weekend Kean netted two on his league debut, albeit against weak opposition in last-place Dijon. Kean pushing himself into PSG’s plans after strong start 2020-10-29T04:00:00Z If no one wins the majority of first-place votes, then there are additional tabulations, aided by computers, in which last-place candidates are eliminated and votes reallocated. Collins, Gideon clash in final debate before Election Day 2020-10-28T04:00:00Z If no one wins a majority of first-place votes, then the last-place candidates are eliminated and those voters’ second choices are reallocated until a majority winner emerges. Collins votes against Barrett, heads home to save Senate job 2020-10-27T04:00:00Z Maryland, on the other hand, committed four turnovers and trailed 30-3 at halftime against a team coming off a last-place finish in the conference. Maryland looking past Northwestern debacle toward Minnesota 2020-10-26T04:00:00Z That was the lowest total in the majors, tied with two last-place teams, the Boston Red Sox and the Detroit Tigers. Rays Rely on a Bullpen With a Simple Aim: Throw It Over the Plate 2020-10-22T04:00:00Z If no one achieves a majority of first-round votes, then there is another round of voting, aided by computers, in which the last-place candidates are eliminated and the votes are reallocated to the remaining candidates. Collins, Gideon clash in 4th debate in US Senate campaign 2020-10-22T04:00:00Z Barring a late surge, last-place United will conclude the season Nov. 8. D.C. United evaluating several Black coaches as part of search to replace Ben Olsen 2020-10-18T04:00:00Z Despite the loss, Spain with its 7 points remains in first place in Group 4 after second-place Germany was held by last-place Switzerland to a 3-3 draw in the other group match on Tuesday. With fans in stands, Ukraine beats Spain for 1st time 2020-10-13T04:00:00Z Denver, ranked 30th in the AP Pro 32 - two spots above the last-place Jets - is a 3-point choice over New York. Prime-time “showcase” has 0-3 Broncos and 0-3 Jets 2020-09-30T04:00:00Z Denver, ranked 30th in the AP Pro 32 — two spots above the last-place Jets — is a 3-point choice over New York. Prime-time “showcase” has 0-3 Broncos and 0-3 Jets 2020-09-30T04:00:00Z “Just as I was the architect of the world champions in 2019, I’m the president and general manager of the last-place Nationals this year,” Mike Rizzo said Saturday. The Nationals’ bleak season is over. Now they must figure out how to judge it. 2020-09-28T04:00:00Z It incorporates extra voting rounds, last-place finisher eliminations and reallocation of votes to ensure a majority winner. Collins, Gideon clash over Supreme Court, pandemic in debate 2020-09-28T04:00:00Z In Sunday’s 2-1 loss to the last-place San Jose Earthquakes, however, his club took another backward step. LAFC gives up two late goals in 'bad loss' to Earthquakes 2020-09-28T04:00:00Z The last-place Tigers left the field not knowing if they were done for the year. Singer, KC beat Detroit in Gordon’s finale; Tigers wait 2020-09-27T04:00:00Z That was one of more than 250 games Villa attended over the last 17 years, through sickness and health, in good times and in bad, during championship seasons and last-place finishes. Coronavirus shutdown dampens spirits of dedicated Galaxy and LAFC fans 2020-09-25T04:00:00Z If there’s no majority winner, then there are additional tabulation rounds in which last-place candidates are eliminated and votes are reallocated. GOP makes last-ditch attack on ranked presidential tally 2020-09-24T04:00:00Z If no one wins a majority of first-place votes, then there are additional tabulations, aided by computers, in which last-place finishers are eliminated and votes reallocated based on those supporters’ second-place choices. Ranked voting in Maine a go for presidential election 2020-09-22T04:00:00Z Tampa Bay completed a stretch of eight consecutive games against last-place teams at 3-5. García hits 2-run homer in 10th, Nationals beat Rays 4-2 2020-09-16T04:00:00Z Oakland improved to 6-1 against the last-place Rangers, clinching the season series for the fourth consecutive year. Olson cleanup slam in 1st sends A’s to 10-6 win over Rangers 2020-09-11T04:00:00Z It incorporates extra voting rounds, the elimination of last-place finishers and reallocation of votes to ensure a majority winner. Collins won’t say in debate who she’ll vote for in November 2020-09-11T04:00:00Z One night after scoring a whopping 29 runs against Miami, the NL East-leading Atlanta Braves look to keep their bats rolling when they visit last-place Washington in the opener of a four-game series. LEADING OFF: Wildfires darken California skies; Cole vs O’s 2020-09-10T04:00:00Z This latest incident occurred with the last-place Nationals batting in the seventh inning, trailing NL East-leading Atlanta by six runs in a game the defending World Series champions eventually lost 10-3. Out of the box: Umps eject Nats GM Rizzo from luxury suite 2020-09-06T04:00:00Z Ewan had a difficult start to this race with a crash in Stage 1 and a last-place finish in Stage 2. Ewan captures Tour de France’s third stage with sprint finish 2020-08-31T04:00:00Z The last-place Royals obtained outfielder Edward Olivares and a player to be named in the deal. Padres acquire Trevor Rosenthal in trade with Royals 2020-08-29T04:00:00Z If there’s no majority, then there are additional tabulations, aided by computers, in which last-place finishers are eliminated and those voters’ second choices are reallocated to the remaining field. GOP-led ranked voting challenge to be on ballot, judge rules 2020-08-25T04:00:00Z Gehrig singled and tripled but it didn’t stop the last-place St. Louis Browns from beating the Yankees 7-6 in 10 innings at Sportsman’s Park in St. Louis. This day in sports: George Brett temporarily raises batting average over .400 2020-08-17T04:00:00Z Los Angeles ultimately lost the game 7-3 and remain in last-place in the AL West division. Angels rookie Jo Adell has nightmare moment as fly ball pops out of his glove and over right field wall 2020-08-09T04:00:00Z And in late February, Washington fell to the last-place New Jersey Devils. Capitals seeking more production from top six as first round creeps closer 2020-08-07T04:00:00Z Ohtani’s injury puts even more stress on the last-place Angels, who have stumbled to a 3-7 start with a string of terrible pitching performances. Angels’ Shohei Ohtani strains arm, won’t throw for 4-6 weeks 2020-08-03T04:00:00Z Manchester City passed 100 goals for the campaign with a 5-0 win over last-place and already-demoted Norwich, a game that marked the last in the Premier League for David Silva after 10 years with City. United, Chelsea into CL; Bournemouth, Watford down from EPL 2020-07-26T04:00:00Z In this case, the ballots were shipped to Augusta for another round of voting in which the last-place winner will be eliminated and those voters’ second choices will be reallocated to the remaining field. Computer-aided tabulation to determine numbers in primary 2020-07-21T04:00:00Z EXPECTATIONS: Third consecutive last-place finish in AFC South seems likely considering youth and inexperience. Jaguars open training camp with young, rebuilt roster 2020-07-20T04:00:00Z Diminishing returns over the last four seasons, including a last-place finish in the NL Central in 2019, led to what can best be described as a “reset.” Reset button; Pirates enter 2020 with new leadership, energy 2020-07-14T04:00:00Z The "garden of heroes" announcement resembles the last-place team holding a victory parade in its home city. Statues versus protesters: Trump and the GOP favor the dead over the living 2020-07-11T04:00:00Z Barcelona and Madrid are tied on points but Madrid, which visits last-place Espanyol on Sunday, is ahead on tiebreakers. MATCHDAY: Euro spots, relegation at stake as Bundesliga ends 2020-06-26T04:00:00Z While most clubs in the Italian league are resuming training on an individual basis this week, last-place Brescia is one of the holdouts. Brescia captain says his team opposes resuming Serie A 2020-05-07T04:00:00Z Most clubs in the Italian league are resuming training on an individual basis this week but last-place Brescia is one of the holdouts. The Latest: German soccer clubs to discuss resumption date 2020-05-07T04:00:00Z He played in 154 games and batted .291 with 35 homers and 97 RBIs even though the last-place Orioles lost more than 100 games for the second year in a row. Orioles 1B Mancini expects to miss season to treat cancer 2020-04-28T04:00:00Z The last-place Cubs, tagged by The Times’ beat writer Frank Finch as “Leo Durocher’s cellar champs,” strung together three singles in the fourth inning to tie the score on a chilly day at Wrigley Field. This day in sports: Dodgers' Sandy Koufax delivers another masterful performance 2020-04-22T04:00:00Z Subban proposed a 31-team format - every team in the league - which might be the only way the Metropolitan’s last-place Devils qualify. NHL playoff scenarios run the gamut of where, when and how 2020-04-06T04:00:00Z The Huskies were the last-place team no one wanted to face. Green scores 19, Arizona beats Washington 77-70 at Pac-12 2020-03-11T04:00:00Z The Lightning have lost two straight after getting stunned 5-4 in a shootout by the last-place Detroit Red Wings on Sunday. Matthews, Andersen lead Maple Leafs past Lightning 2-1 2020-03-10T04:00:00Z Mackenzie Blackwood stopped 28 shots but the last-place Devils dropped to 6-3-2 in their last 11. Malkin leads slumping Penguins to 5-2 win over Devils 2020-03-10T04:00:00Z The Huskies may be the last last-place team any team wants to face in the conference tournament. Pac-12 Tournament could be a wild ride in Las Vegas 2020-03-10T04:00:00Z No mixing things up following a remarkable summer when Reynolds served as one of the few bright spots for a last-place team. Reynolds’ rap; Pirates LF looks to back up breakout 2019 2020-03-03T05:00:00Z Among the discrepancies: UCLA’s NET ranking of No. 76 put it in ninth place among conference teams, behind last-place Washington’s NET of 70. UCLA's late-season surge secures team a bye in Pac-12 tournament 2020-03-02T05:00:00Z They made 10 shots from beyond the arc in the first half while pulling ahead by double-digits against the league’s last-place team. Marshall scores 23, Xavier pulls away from DePaul 78-67 2020-02-25T05:00:00Z Kela watched from afar as the front office underwent a massive overhaul following a last-place finish in the NL Central, something he likened to “Lincoln logs being knocked over.” Volatile 2019 behind him, Pirates’ Kela embracing new role 2020-02-25T05:00:00Z Illinois hopes for another key conference win when it travels to last-place Northwestern on Thursday. Illinois downs Nebraska 71-59 behind Dosunmu 2020-02-24T05:00:00Z “I’m not really big on rebuilding,” general manager Tom Telesco said immediately after the Chargers’ most recent last-place finish. NFL combine could answer some Chargers questions as they revamp roster 2020-02-24T05:00:00Z Northwestern: The Wildcats are headed for their second consecutive last-place finish in the Big Ten. Oturu leads Minnesota past Northwestern 83-57 2020-02-23T05:00:00Z A week later against Northwestern, the Big Ten’s last-place team, the Terps trailed by 14 at halftime. From 0-4 on the road to four straight wins, Maryland is focused on ‘keeping the train rolling’ 2020-02-22T05:00:00Z Missouri travels to last-place Vanderbilt for a game Wednesday. Joe scores 21 in return as Arkansas snaps 5-game skid, 78-68 2020-02-22T05:00:00Z Minnesota: Plays at last-place Northwestern on Sunday night. Jackson-Davis career game leads Indiana past Minnesota 68-56 2020-02-19T05:00:00Z There’s too much to do for the cornerstone of a team in the midst of an organizational reboot following a last-place finish in the NL Central. Bell’s Bounce; Pirates 1B eager to prove 2019 was no fluke 2020-02-18T05:00:00Z Lyon could get through with a win or a tie, depending on how Zenit fared in its game against last-place Benfica. Soccer’s Sleeping Giant, on the Sidelines Once Again 2020-02-14T05:00:00Z They tightened their defense and used a 13-2 surge to go ahead by seven points before holding on against the Pac-12 Conference’s last-place team. UCLA erases double-digit deficit in second half to beat Washington 2020-02-16T05:00:00Z He scored two goals Wednesday during Calgary’s loss to the last-place Los Angeles Kings. Talbot makes 44 saves, Calgary Flames rout Anaheim Ducks 6-0 2020-02-13T05:00:00Z Maryland takes on last-place Penn State on Sunday. No. 10 Maryland routs No. 17 Iowa 93-59 in Big Ten blowout 2020-02-13T05:00:00Z The Pirates are retooling following a last-place finish that led to an overhaul of the club’s leadership staff. Jarrod Dyson, Pirates finalize $2 million, 1-year deal 2020-02-13T05:00:00Z Normally, a matchup against the Pac-12’s last-place team would seem like a soft landing spot, but the Trojans suffered a 32-point blowout at Washington in January. USC needs to turn its fortunes around before season slips away 2020-02-12T05:00:00Z Marseille will be confident of strengthening its grip on second place, and extending its unbeaten run, when it hosts last-place Toulouse on Saturday. Title rivals Bayern, Leipzig meet in Germany 2020-02-07T05:00:00Z Less than three weeks from the NHL’s trade deadline, the last-place Kings made their first significant trade of the season Wednesday night. Kings trade Kyle Clifford and Jack Campbell to Maple Leafs 2020-02-06T05:00:00Z Mississippi State hosts last-place Vanderbilt on Saturday, aiming to keep the Commodores winless in SEC play. No. 15 Kentucky bounces back to beat Mississippi State 80-72 2020-02-04T05:00:00Z The Pirates are in the midst of a rebuild after revamping their leadership structure following a last-place finish in the NL Central in 2019. Diamondbacks acquire OF Starling Marte from Pirates 2020-01-27T05:00:00Z |
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