Вђ“ 19 April 2017: Midweek Sport

The Dodgers defeated the Rockies 4–2 at Dodger Stadium. Ian Desmond was nearing a return from injury for the Rockies, while the Dodgers' Logan Forsythe was placed on the 10-day disabled list.

The sports landscape on , was defined by a mix of historic playoff comebacks, unexpected post-season upsets, and somber news that rippled across several major leagues. NBA: LeBron's Historic Rally Midweek Sport – 19 April 2017

On this same day, Fox News announced the firing of longtime host Bill O'Reilly following a series of sexual harassment allegations. The Dodgers defeated the Rockies 4–2 at Dodger Stadium

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 NBA: LeBron's Historic Rally On this same day,

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

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