Reuters U.S. Sports Schedule at 2:30 PM ET on Tuesday, October 25

October 25 (Reuters) - Reuters U.S. sports schedule at 2:30 PM ET on Tuesday: - - - - For any coverage questions, please contact us.general-news@thomsonreuters.com - - - - MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL 2016 World Series Baseball-Slugger Schwarber added to Cubs' World Series roster The Chicago Cubs were given a welcome slugging boost on Tuesday when Kyle Schwarber was added to their World Series roster hours before the scheduled start of Game One versus the host Cleveland Indians. (BASEBALL-WORLDSERIES/SCHWARBER (PIX), moved at 1:08 p.m., 224 words) Lester, Kluber lock up in World Series opener CLEVELAND - The 2016 World Series begins with aces locking up on the mound: Jon Lester for the Chicago Cubs and Corey Kluber for the Cleveland Indians. First pitch is scheduled for 8:08 p.m. ET. (BBO-CUBS-INDIANS-FIRSTLEDE-WRITETHRU, expect ASAP after game ends, The Sports Xchange, 800 words) What we Learned: Takeaways from Game 1 CLEVELAND - Five things we learned in Game 1 of the World Series. (BBO-CUBS-INDIANS-COLUMN, expect approximately 75 minutes after the final out of Game 1, by The Sports Xchange, by Jack Magruder, 800 words) Who needs (Game) 2? Previewing the second act CLEVELAND - Will Trevor Bauer's wounded right hand hold up in the World Series and can the Cleveland Indians' offense give him enough support against Cubs right-hander Jake Arrieta? (BBO-CUBS-INDIANS-PREVIEW, expect ASAP after Game 1 ends, The Sports Xchange, by Jeff Reynolds, 700 words) Cubs add Schwarber to World Series roster CLEVELAND - Kyle Schwarber was added to the World Series roster of the Chicago Cubs. (BBO-CUBS-SCHWARBER-WSROSTER, moved, The Sports Xchange, 417 words) ALSO: Indians roll dice on RHP Salazar (BBO-INDIANS-NEWS-SALAZAR, moved, The Sports Xchange) MLB notebook News and notes from spring training. (BBO-NOTEBOOK, expect by 8 p.m. ET, The Sports Xchange, 400 words) - - - - NATIONAL FOOTBALL LEAGUE Brown apologizes, denies hitting ex-wife Embattled kicker Josh Brown apologized Tuesday that his domestic abuse issues have impacted the New York Giants and said he is getting help for his troubles. His ex-wife, Molly Brown, said at least 20 physical confrontations took place but Jash Brown said Wednesday he never hit Molly Brown. (FBN-GIANTS-NEWS-BROWN, moved, The Sports Xchange, 500 words) Namath apologizes for criticizing injured Smith Hall of Famer Joe Namath took to social media to apologize to Geno Smith on Tuesday, two days removed from publicly questioning the toughness of the current New York Jets quarterback. (FBN-JETS-NEWS-NAMATH-SMITH, moved, The Sports Xchange, 480 words) Browns QB Hogan could start vs. Jets There is a new name atop the Cleveland Browns' depth chart at quarterback: rookie Kevin Hogan. (FBN-BROWNS-NEWS-HOGAN-BROWNSQBS, moved, The Sports Xchange, 514 words) Difficult road ahead for Cardinals TEMPE, Ariz. -- If the Cardinals hope to get back to the playoffs this season, they're 3-3-1 record after seven games is going to make it difficult. They'd likely need to win 10 games to have a chance, which means they'd have to win seven of their final nine games. And even that might not be enough. (FBN-CARDINALS-ANALYSIS, moved, The Sports Xchange, 454 words) Raiders enjoying extended Florida visit The Oakland Raiders were back in their comfort zone Sunday, and since they will stay there another week, there is every chance midseason will arrive with a 6-2 record. (FBN-RAIDERS-NEWS-FLORIDAROADTRIP, moved, The Sports Xchange, 434 words) Kelly wants 49ers to keep OT Staley SANTA CLARA, Calif. -- Pro Football Weekly reported Sunday night that the San Francisco 49ers are asking for a first-round draft pick for standout left tackle Joe Staley. The source noted that the Arizona Cardinals, Minnesota Vikings, New England Patriots, New York Giants and Seattle Seahawks are showing interest in the veteran. (FBN-49ERS-NOTEBOOK-STALEY, moved, The Sports Xchange, 477 words) NFL notebook News and notes from around the NFL. (FBN-NOTEBOOK, expect by 8 p.m. ET, The Sports Xchange, 400 words) - - - - COLLEGE FOOTBALL Top 25 Previews: Washington, Utah top Pac-12 test to date No. 4 Washington puts a possible spot in the College Football Playoff on the line at Utah, where the 17th-ranked Utes present the "toughest challenge to date" for the Huskies, coach Chris Pedersen said Tuesday. (FBC-WASHINGTON-UTAH-PREVIEW, expect by 9 p.m. ET, The Sports Xchange, by Anthony Gimino, 750 words) The Sports Xchange previews all Top 25 games. Copy will move Tuesday, 7 p.m. ET-10:45 p.m. ET. College football notebook News and notes from around the nation. (FBC-NOTEBOOK, expect by 7 p.m. ET, The Sports Xchange, 400 words) - - - - NATIONAL BASKETBALL ASSOCIATION King and his men crowned in Cleveland, face Knicks CLEVELAND - The Cleveland Cavaliers host the New York Knicks in the 2016 season opener. A banner recognizing the Cavs' NBA title will be raised during a pregame ceremony. (BKN-KNICKS-CAVALIERS-FIRSTLEDE-WRITETHRU, expect ASAP after 8 p.m. ET game, The Sports Xchange, by Jason B. Lloyd, 700 words) The Sports Xchange covers all NBA games. Tuesday schedule: New York at Cleveland 8 p.m. Utah at Portland 10 p.m. San Antonio at Golden State 10:30 p.m. NBA notebook News and notes from around the NBA. (BKN-NOTEBOOK, expect by 7 p.m. ET, The Sports Xchange, 375 words) - - - - NATIONAL HOCKEY LEAGUE THE SPORTS XCHANGE staffs all NHL games. TUESDAY schedule: Minnesota at Boston, 7 p.m. Arizona at New Jersey, 7 p.m. Florida at Pittsburgh, 7 p.m. Carolina at Detroit, 7:30 p.m. Tampa Bay at Toronto, 7:30 p.m. Buffalo at Philadelphia, 7:30 p.m. Calgary at St. Louis, 8 p.m. Winnipeg at Dallas, 8:30 p.m. Anaheim at San Jose, 10 p.m. Ottawa at Vancouver, 10 p.m. Columbus at Los Angeles, 10:30 p.m. NHL notebook News and notes from around the league. (HKN-NOTEBOOK, expect by 8 p.m. ET, The Sports Xchange, 400 words) - - - -