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      Carter Stewart, 19, Chooses Japan Over the M.L.B. Draft

      Stewart, who was drafted by the Braves last year but did not sign, has chosen to start his career abroad, which would allow him to become a major league free agent more quickly.

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    Free LeBron From Laker Land

    LeBron James is too good to spend his final years with a franchise that is circling the drain.

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    FIFA Drops Plan for 48-Team World Cup in 2022

    Unable to find co-hosts for a larger tournament, FIFA dropped a proposal championed by its president and said the 2022 tournament would remain at 32 teams.

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    W.N.B.A. Season Preview: Does a Ring Await Elena Delle Donne?

    Four of the league’s biggest stars — Sue Bird, Maya Moore, Breanna Stewart and Diana Taurasi — are out for opening night and beyond. Liz Cambage and some promising rookies can fill the void.

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    Now for a Few Words About Drake: More, Please

    The Toronto Raptors’ biggest fan annoys some N.B.A. watchers. But do they outnumber those who can’t get enough of his courtside trolling?

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1969: The Mets’ Magical, Mystical Year

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    Mets Grab Hold of the Series

    With stunning catches and stealthy base-running, they manage to clinch a world championship.

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    Faces Along the Way

    Many people, and a cat, played a part in the Mets’ road to a championship.

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    1963-68: A Heap of Losses, a Hint of Hope

    The Mets still struggled, but they never again reached the depths of 1962. After Stengel retired, Seaver and Koosman arrived.

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    1969: We Have Liftoff in Queens

    The Mets overcame a slow start and a stagnant summer to run away with the division.

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