The Astros won the World Series for the first time in franchise history, making two former Tigers World Champions. It took a wild 7 games, but Houston came out on top after last night’s 5-1 victory over the Dodgers. Former LSU shortstop Alex Bregman posted phenomenal numbers for the ‘Stros in the World Series, running in 5 to score, blasting 7 hits; 2 home runs and 5 RBIs. Former Tiger Will Harris, a relief pitcher, threw two scoreless innings in the series.

UL Lafayette has fired its highly successful softball coach Michael Lotief, claiming he created a hostile learning and working environment:
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Three starting offensive lineman for the Saints, guards Larry Warford and Andrus Peat and tackle Terron Armstead did not practice yesterday. Warford has an abdomen injury, Peat has a hip injury and Armstead continues to rest his shoulder, where he had surgery. We already know Warford is expected to miss several weeks. The Saints take on Tampa Bay this weekend.

There are three important high school football games taking place today.

Cedar Creek at Oak Grove, they battle for the District 2-1A championship. Oak Grove has 26 district titles, including coming off two in 2015 and 2016. Cedar Creek has two.

Edna Karr and Easton are also set to face off tonight, in a possible preview of the 4A state championship.

Sterlington takes on Richwood this evening. Sterlington has won 18 in a row, Richwood has won five in a row.

The Minnesota Timberwolves beat the New Orleans Pelicans 104-98. Boogie Cousins had 35 points and nine rebounds. Anthony Davis added 24 points and 10 rebounds. With the loss, the Pels fall to 1-3 at home.