Today’s Best
Top performers from the Inland Northwest and beyond:
Nelson Cruz
Threw out a runner at home and hit three-run homer in 11th as Texas beat Detroit 7-3 in ALCS.
Cam Ward
Made 26 saves and withstood five power- play chances as Carolina beat Boston 3-2 in NHL.
Joni Nagy
Totaled 19 assists, 11 digs and 10 kills for first-place CC Spokane in volleyball sweep over Big Bend.