Midweek Sport Вђ“ 19 April 2017 〈Works 100%〉

At Petco Park, the San Diego Padres hosted a ceremonial first pitch involving the Thomas family. Somber News: The Passing of Aaron Hernandez

Beyond the field of play, the sports world was stunned by the news that former NFL star was found dead in his prison cell. Hernandez , who had been serving a life sentence for murder, was discovered early that Wednesday morning in a Massachusetts correctional center. Other Notable News

Reports emerged that ExxonMobil had requested a waiver from U.S. sanctions to resume drilling in Russia, a move closely watched by global markets. Which of these events Dodgers 4-2 Rockies (Apr 19, 2017) Game Recap - ESPN Midweek Sport – 19 April 2017

The completed a monumental first-round upset by sweeping the Chicago Blackhawks , the Western Conference's top seed.

The Major League Baseball schedule featured a full slate of afternoon and evening games: At Petco Park, the San Diego Padres hosted

This marked the largest halftime deficit ever overcome in a playoff game, surpassing a 1948 record held by Baltimore.

Nashville secured a 4–1 win in Game 4 behind two goals from Roman Josi and 30 saves by goaltender Pekka Rinne . Other Notable News Reports emerged that ExxonMobil had

On this same day, Fox News announced the firing of longtime host Bill O'Reilly following a series of sexual harassment allegations.