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PEBBLE BEACH, Calif. (AP) Gary Woodland hit a shank and a chunk and both times made par, and he made a birdie from a deep divot in the fairway. Such moments, even on a Saturday, can go a long way toward winning a U.S. Open.

Even better for Woodland was a 2-under 69 - and just two bogeys over 54 holes at Pebble Beach - for a one-shot lead over Justin Rose.

"I worked for this my whole life," Woodland said. "I know what it takes to win. And my game is in a great spot. I'm at a beautiful golf course. I came here to win, and that's what we're going out to do tomorrow."

Lloyd scores 2, US reaches round of 16

PARIS (AP) Carli Lloyd scored a pair of goals for the United States in a somewhat subdued 3-0 victory over Chile that advanced the defending Women's World Cup champions to the round of 16.

The Americans were criticized after their record-breaking 13-0 rout of Thailand when players celebrated goals even after the victory was well in hand. They were noticeably more muted in this one, and all three goals were in the first half. (MORE)

Ryu, Dodgers look to win 3 of 4 vs. Cubs

The Chicago Cubs have learned that persistence can go a long way in defeating the Los Angeles Dodgers, and they will need more of it Sunday against Hyun-Jin Ryu, one of the top starters in the National League.

In each of the first two games of this four-game series in L.A. between NL heavyweights, the Dodgers came back from early deficits to win. The Cubs jumped on Clayton Kershaw on Thursday and Rich Hill on Friday with multiple first-inning runs each time, but the Dodgers roared back for victories on home runs. (MORE)

Red Sox trying to push win streak to 5

The Boston Red Sox have torched Orioles' pitchers for 20 runs in the first two games of this weekend's series in Baltimore. They'll try to do more of the same and finish off a sweep of the series Sunday at Camden Yards.

Boston rolled to a 13-2 victory in Game 1 Friday night and scored a 7-2 win on Saturday. J.D. Martinez has banged out three homers in the series already, and the Red Sox stretched their winning streak to four games. (MORE)

Encarnacion to be Yankees' primary DH
CHICAGO (AP) Edwin Encarnacion will find himself in a familiar spot after he joins the Yankees in New York on Monday. Manager Aaron Boone plans to use AL home run leader as his team's primary designated hitter once the 36-year-old slugger arrives. (MORE)

Mets place Syndergaard on IL, Cano back
NEW YORK (AP) The New York Mets placed pitcher Noah Syndergaard on the 10-day injured list with a strained right hamstring. The team also activated second baseman Robinson Cano from the IL. (MORE)

Pogba considering move from Man United
TOKYO (AP) France midfielder Paul Pogba says he is considering a move from Manchester United amid speculation over interest from Real Madrid and Juventus. Pogba said he feels ready for a "new challenge somewhere else" at a publicity event in Tokyo on Sunday. (MORE)

Sarri leaves Chelsea to manage Juventus
Maurizio Sarri left Chelsea on Sunday after one season to return to Italy to manage Juventus. The former Napoli coach has joined Serie A champion Juventus on a three-year contract to replace Massimiliano Allegri. (MORE)

Pelicans agree to trade Davis to Lakers
NEW ORLEANS (AP) Anthony Davis will wind up with LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers after all. The New Orleans Pelicans have agreed to trade the disgruntled Davis to the Lakers for point guard Lonzo Ball, forward Brandon Ingram, shooting guard Josh Hart and three first-round draft choices, several people familiar with the situation said Saturday. (MORE)

Unbeaten Fury TKOs Schwarz in 2nd round
LAS VEGAS (AP) Tyson Fury put on a show before, during and after his first bout in the fight capital of the world. The British heavyweight star stopped Tom Schwarz with 6 seconds left in the second round Saturday night, packing plenty of entertainment into his brief Las Vegas debut. (MORE)