понедельник, 31 октября 2016 г.

'Pen pals: Former Yanks Chapman, Miller could decide Series

CLEVELAND (AP) -- The guy who has spent the last three months possibly redefining what it means to be a closer remains in awe of the guy who took his job this spring....

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Exposed again, Vikings lose to last-place Bears

CHICAGO (AP) -- Sam Bradford and the Minnesota Vikings were rolling as the NFL's last undefeated team. Now, they can't even beat the last-place team in their division....

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Cutler, Howard lead Bears to 20-10 win over Vikings

CHICAGO (AP) -- Jay Cutler's halftime speech - yup, that Jay Cutler - helped the Chicago Bears turn a strong start into one surprising victory....

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Cutler, Howard lead Bears to 20-10 win over Vikings

CHICAGO (AP) -- Jay Cutler threw for 252 yards and a touchdown after missing five games with a thumb injury, rookie Jordan Howard ran for a career-high 153 yards and a TD, and the Chicago Bears stunned the Minnesota Vikings 20-10 on Monday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:42 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2f3yK36

With Bradford knocked around again, can Vikes be for real?

CHICAGO (AP) -- Quarterback Sam Bradford probably wishes now he'd bought travel insurance for the journey that brought him to Minnesota just in time for the season opener....

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2 for 1: Indians home with 2 chances to win World Series

CLEVELAND (AP) -- Terry Francona viewed the mass of humanity from high above....

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Cubs get Schwarber's 'thunder' back in Cleveland

CLEVELAND (AP) -- Three games at Wrigley Field did to Kyle Schwarber what a shredded left knee, six grueling months of rehab and the Cleveland Indians haven't: keep the Chicago Cubs slugger in check....

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2 for 1: Indians home with 2 chances to win World Series

CLEVELAND (AP) -- Terry Francona watched the mass of humanity from high above....

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AP Source: Timberwolves agree to terms with Dieng

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) -- A person with knowledge of the situation tells The Associated Press that the Minnesota Timberwolves have agreed to terms with big man Gorgui Dieng on a four-year contract extension worth $64 million....

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He can coast the next 2 weeks but that's not Johnson's style

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) -- Jimmie Johnson's quest to win a record-tying seventh championship has been burning for nearly three years at Hendrick Motorsports. Johnson wants that title. Chad Knaus wants that title. Rick Hendrick wants that title....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:18 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/1plvr4m

Steelers QB Roethlisberger practices in limited capacity

PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger practiced in a limited capacity on Monday, just two weeks after undergoing surgery to repair the meniscus in his left knee....

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Steelers QB Roethlisberger practices in limited capacity

PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger practiced in a limited capacity on Monday, just two weeks after undergoing surgery to repair the meniscus in his left knee....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:58 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2f2vd5k

No. 2 Michigan has versatile ground game with balanced backs

ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) -- Jim Harbaugh likes to spread the wealth when No. 2 Michigan runs the ball....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:12 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2fxZWry

AP Sources: Thunder lock up Oladipo, Adams

Two people with knowledge of the situation tell The Associated Press that the Oklahoma City Thunder have agreed to terms with Steven Adams and Victor Oladipo on four-year contract extensions....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:01 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2efYhoO

How do Cubs fans spell relief? W-I-N in the World Series

CHICAGO (AP) -- John Dankanich's plan for the World Series this week is a busy one: After the Chicago Cubs staved off elimination by beating Cleveland, he planned to drive home to Alabama from Wrigley Field, take his son trick-or-treating on Monday, watch Game 6 on Tuesday night and then get back in his car to drive to Cleveland to see Game 7....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:01 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2faGay3

FANTASY PLAYS: Horror of Week 8 filled with big injuries

It's a familiar horror movie trope: a character thinks everything is fine, takes a deep breath, and then - BAM! Something unspeakably terrifying takes place....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:47 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/1NAIVCw

AP Source: Thunder lock up Oladipo, working on Adams

A person with knowledge of the situation tells The Associated Press that the Oklahoma City Thunder have agreed to terms on a four-year, $84 million contract with guard Victor Oladipo....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:27 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2f28eai

Not handing ball to Gordon big mistake for Chargers' McCoy

DENVER (AP) -- Mike McCoy refused to second-guess himself for not putting the ball in Melvin Gordon's hands on four snaps from the Denver 2 in one of the worst decisions in Week 8....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:20 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2cjxlB1

Nine-game NHL tryouts create uncertainty for young players

Dylan Strome is living his NHL dream playing for the Arizona Coyotes, staying in a hotel and avoiding the harsh Pennsylvania winter he endured the past three years playing for the Ontario Hockey League's Erie Otters....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:55 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2f1Ry2Q

AP source: Josh Gordon leaves rehab facility

Former Cleveland Browns receiver Josh Gordon has finished his recent 30-day rehabilitation stay, a person with knowledge of the situation tells The Associated Press....

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AP source: Browns acquired LB Jamie Collins from Patriots

The Cleveland Browns have acquired linebacker Jamie Collins from New England, a person with knowledge of the trade tells The Associated Press....

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Duke runaway No. 1 in preseason AP Top 25; Kentucky is No. 2

Duke is in a familiar place to open the college basketball season....

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Duke runaway No. 1 in preseason AP Top 25; Kentucky is No. 2

Duke is the runaway No. 1 in The Associated Press preseason college basketball poll....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:06 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2eMLnPE

Star receiver Andre Johnson retires after 14 year-career

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) -- Star wide receiver Andre Johnson is retiring after 14 seasons in a career mainly spent with the Houston Texans....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:55 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2f5iegU

Michael Phelps has beach wedding months after legal marriage

Four months after getting legally married to Nicole Johnson, Michael Phelps is celebrating in Mexico....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:29 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2eJt4uW

Cubs, Indians hope to celebrate championship in Cleveland

CHICAGO (AP) -- One way or another, there will be a championship celebration in Cleveland....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:35 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2f3DB2i

Indians can't take title at Wrigley, head home needing 1 win

CHICAGO (AP) -- Unable to close the deal in wild and windy Wrigley Field, the Cleveland Indians are heading home a win short....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:12 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2eT2VqK

воскресенье, 30 октября 2016 г.

Time for NFL coaches to eschew playing for field goals in OT

An old adage in college football has been "never play for a field goal."...

from AP Top Sports News at 2:50 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2f3mDRB

Eagles let NFC East road game get away, with another coming

ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) -- Carson Wentz and the Philadelphia Eagles let one NFC East road game get away with a good chance to win, and now they have to prepare for another one....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:50 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2eL7je8

Hideki Matsuyama leaves Japan to conquer the world

SHANGHAI (AP) -- No one from Japan has more than Hideki Matsuyama's three PGA Tour victories. No one from Japan ever won a World Golf Championship....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:28 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2eq2Bzo

Games started, but community efforts not stopping around NBA

NEW YORK (AP) -- The calls don't come to Sherrie Deans more frequently, though they come with different questions....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:28 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/Kwu6Hq

ICYMI in NFL Week 8: Cam, Sherman, Norman critique officials

If it's a given that NFL officials will be criticized now and then, such bad-mouthing becomes that much more significant when some of the league's most prominent voices - Cam Newton, Richard Sherman, Josh Norman - rise in unison to complain about the men in stripes....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:19 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/1tkHr6s

Dallas owner spoke to NFL counsel about Elliott abuse probe

ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) -- Cowboys owner Jerry Jones has acknowledged having a conversation with the NFL's special counsel for domestic violence investigations, and rookie running back Ezekiel Elliott said he was interviewed by the league this season about an abuse claim made against him....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:50 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2flKQpF

Longtime pals Ross, Lester keep Cubs alive in World Series

CHICAGO (AP) -- David Ross isn't done just yet. Same for Jon Lester and the rest of the Chicago Cubs....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:33 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2dUagJZ

Prescott rallies Cowboys to OT win over Eagles 29-23

ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) -- Dak Prescott won the rookie quarterback duel with Carson Wentz....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:58 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2eKXtsm

Prescott rallies Cowboys to OT win over Eagles 29-23

ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) -- Dak Prescott won the rookie quarterback duel with Carson Wentz....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:47 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2e3e0UB

Prescott rallies Cowboys to OT win over Eagles 29-23

ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) -- Dak Prescott threw a 5-yard touchdown pass to Jason Witten in overtime, giving the Dallas Cowboys their sixth straight win with a 29-23 victory over the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:12 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/1rv79JH

Indians can't take title at Wrigley, head home needing 1 win

CHICAGO (AP) -- Unable to close the deal in wild and windy Wrigley Field, the Cleveland Indians are heading home a win short....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:10 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2flvPEp

Chapman, Cubs stop Indians, cut World Series deficit to 3-2

CHICAGO (AP) -- They've waited 108 years for a championship. So with this World Series on the verge of slipping away, the Chicago Cubs could not wait any longer....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:01 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2dHrbPN

Ross, Lester help Cubs stay alive in World Series

CHICAGO (AP) -- David Ross isn't done just yet. Same for Jon Lester and the Chicago Cubs....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:01 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2flq4qc

Broncos defensive coordinator Phillips upended, but OK

DENVER (AP) -- Broncos defensive coordinator Wade Phillips was released from the hospital Sunday night after being carted off the field earlier when a San Diego player ran into him on the sideline....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:46 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2eYI5cA

Westbrook gets another triple-double, Thunder beat Lakers

OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) -- Russell Westbrook scored 33 points as part of another triple-double to help the Oklahoma City Thunder beat the Los Angeles Lakers 113-96 on Sunday night to remain unbeaten....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:34 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/1EFadD9

Broncos pick apart Rivers in 27-19 win over Chargers

DENVER (AP) -- The Denver Broncos took turns picking off and pummeling Philip Rivers in a 27-19 win over the San Diego Chargers on Sunday....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:09 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2f2zJ1D

Durant's 37 leads Warriors past pesky Suns 106-100

PHOENIX (AP) -- Kevin Durant scored 37 points, Stephen Curry added 28 and the Golden State Warriors held off the pesky Phoenix Suns 106-100 on Sunday....

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Durant's 37 leads Warriors past pesky Suns 106-100

PHOENIX (AP) -- Kevin Durant scored 37 points, Stephen Curry added 28 and the Golden State Warriors held off the pesky Phoenix Suns 106-100 on Sunday....

from AP Top Sports News at 8:51 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2ecHbrE

Falcons rally to beat Packers 33-32 on Sanu's TD catch

ATLANTA (AP) -- Matt Ryan threw an 11-yard touchdown pass to Mohamed Sanu with 31 seconds remaining, rallying the Atlanta Falcons to a 33-32 victory over Aaron Rodgers and the Green Bay Packers on Sunday....

from AP Top Sports News at 8:14 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2fuzNtA

Falcons rally to beat Packers 33-32 on Sanu's TD catch

ATLANTA (AP) -- Matt Ryan threw an 11-yard touchdown pass to Mohamed Sanu with 31 seconds remaining, rallying the Atlanta Falcons to a 33-32 victory over Aaron Rodgers and the Green Bay Packers on Sunday....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:59 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2dTGGUR

Broncos pick apart Rivers in 27-19 win over Chargers

DENVER (AP) -- The Denver Broncos took turns picking off and pummeling Philip Rivers in a 27-19 win over the San Diego Chargers on Sunday....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:59 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/1thjm4w

Saints get physical, outlast Seahawks 25-20

NEW ORLEANS (AP) -- Sean Payton had a surprise in store for a Seattle defense that thrives on harassing quarterbacks and physically intimidating receivers....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:13 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2epcKfK

Brady throws 4 TDs in Patriots 41-25 win over Buffalo Bills

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) -- Patriots quarterback Tom Brady asserted his on-field ownership of the Buffalo Bills again Sunday, matching an NFL record in beating them for the 26th time....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:20 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/1sDB3dc

Panthers QB Newton: I don't feel protected by NFL officials

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) -- Cam Newton has had it with NFL officials....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:15 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2fkM050

McIlroy pulls out of Turkish Airlines Open

SHANGHAI (AP) -- Rory McIlroy pulled out of the Turkish Airlines Open next week, leaving him a long shot to capture the Race to Dubai on the European Tour....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:11 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2dTu9AR

Panthers QB Newton: I don't feel protected by NFL officials

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) -- Panthers quarterback Cam Newton doesn't feel protected by NFL officials on the field, saying it is "taking the fun out of the game for me."...

from AP Top Sports News at 5:51 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2e2mj3a

Johnson wins Martinsville to gain spot in NASCAR's finale

MARTINSVILLE, Va. (AP) -- A slot in NASCAR's record books is absolutely within reach for Jimmie Johnson....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:34 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2dTtzTT

Carr throws for 4 TDs, Raiders outlast Bucs 30-24 in OT

TAMPA, Fla. (AP) -- Derek Carr threw a 41-yard touchdown pass to Seth Roberts with 1:45 remaining in overtime, capping a record-breaking day for the Oakland Raiders in a 30-24 victory over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:24 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2fkDiDK

Panthers snap 4-game losing streak, top Cardinals 30-20

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) -- The Carolina Panthers emerged from the bye week looking a little more like the team that went to the Super Bowl last season rather than an NFC doormat....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:24 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2e2j9fM

Panthers snap 4-game losing streak, top Cardinals 30-20

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) -- Jonathan Stewart ran for 95 yards and two touchdowns, Thomas Davis returned a fumble 46 yards for a score and the Carolina Panthers snapped a four-game losing streak with a 30-20 victory over the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:37 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/1wKqCBH

Brees, Saints outlast Seahawks 25-20

NEW ORLEANS (AP) -- Drew Brees passed for 265 yards and a touchdown, scored on a quarterback keeper, and the New Orleans Saints overcame several big plays by Seattle to defeat the Seahawks 25-20 on Sunday....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:32 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2eJUrVg

Indians sending Bauer to mound with Series title in reach

CHICAGO (AP) -- Trevor Bauer can fly the Indians to a championship....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:59 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2dYIxpL

Packers without Matthews, Cobb; Broncos scratch Talib

The Green Bay Packers will play in Atlanta without star pass rusher Clay Matthews and wide receiver Randall Cobb, both because of hamstring injuries....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:20 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2eXzcji

Cubs losses lead to price drop for resale tickets

CHICAGO (AP) -- A pair of World Series losses for the Chicago Cubs has led to a drop in the asking prices for Game 5....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:01 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2eLWyGm

Rejuvenated Hazard shines in another Chelsea win

MANCHESTER, England (AP) -- Every goal and stand-out performance by Chelsea winger Eden Hazard in the Premier League makes his insipid form of last season even more of a mystery....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:38 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2ea4Uqs

Redskins, Bengals battle to 27-27 tie in London

LONDON (AP) -- The Washington Redskins and Cincinnati Bengals played to a 27-27 draw Sunday in London as the NFL got its second tied game in a season for the first time since 1997....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:19 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2e1ThQZ

AP Top 25: Alabama, Michigan, Clemson, Washington at top

Alabama, Michigan, Clemson and Washington are at the top of The Associated Press Top 25 college football poll and the Big 12 was left without a top-10 team after a weekend during which four unbeaten teams lost....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:04 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/1pF1EG9

Redskins, Bengals battle to 27-27 tie in London

LONDON (AP) -- The Washington Redskins and Cincinnati Bengals played a 27-27 tie Sunday in London as the NFL got its second tied game in a season for the first time since 1997....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:47 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2ebNkEt

Skorupski heroics sees parent club Roma lose ground on Juve

MILAN (AP) -- Roma was thwarted time and time again by Empoli goalkeeper Lukasz Skorupski, who is on loan from the capital club, as it was held 0-0 on Sunday and failed to keep pace with Serie A leader Juventus....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:38 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2eAfCHP

AP source: Dolphins to host Saints in UK in 2017

The Miami Dolphins will host the New Orleans Saints in an NFL regular-season game in the United Kingdom next season, a person familiar with the scheduling of the match tells The Associated Press....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:15 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2f65oh7

Bills scratch McCoy vs. Patriots because of hamstring injury

Buffalo Bills running back LeSean McCoy is inactive for their AFC East showdown against New England, after missing practice all week because of an injury to his left hamstring....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:10 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2cQMpKb

The Latest: Redskins, Bengals score TDs on opening drives

The Latest on Sunday's NFL action (all times Eastern):...

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Bale agrees to new contract with Madrid until 2022

MADRID (AP) -- Real Madrid says Gareth Bale has agreed to a contract extension that will tie the Wales winger to the European champions through 2022....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:02 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2e1fGhw

Cibulkova upsets Kerber to win WTA Finals title

SINGAPORE (AP) -- Dominka Cibulkova put on a stunning show of unflappable tennis to upset top-ranked Angelique Kerber 6-3, 6-4 to win the WTA Finals title on Sunday....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:26 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2eeQANd

Key Redskins starters active for London game vs. Bengals

LONDON (AP) -- Key starters on the banged-up Washington Redskins are active for Sunday's game in London versus the healthy Cincinnati Bengals....

from AP Top Sports News at 8:30 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2eITyMX

Bengals, Redskins face off in London in early NFL start

Wake up, NFL fans! Week eight of the season features an early start from London, where the Cincinnati Bengals host the Washington Redskins....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:48 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2eRdI4K

Matsuyama finishes off dominant victory in Shanghai

SHANGHAI (AP) -- Hideki Matsuyama of Japan never gave anyone a chance Sunday, closing with a 6-under 66 to win the HSBC Champions and become the first Asian winner in the 18 years of the World Golf Championships....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:23 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2dOf0vG

McIlroy pulls out of Turkish Airlines Open

SHANGHAI (AP) -- Rory McIlroy pulled out of the Turkish Airlines Open next week, leaving him a long shot to capture the Race to Dubai on the European Tour....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:36 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2ealzwe

суббота, 29 октября 2016 г.

Indians sending Bauer to mound with Series title in reach

CHICAGO (AP) -- Trevor Bauer can fly the Indians to a championship....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:49 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2eI9U8A

Matchup madness means more relievers, longer games

CHICAGO (AP) -- Managers head to the mound and point to the bullpens so often in the postseason, it wouldn't be surprising if they need Tommy John surgery....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:49 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2f0bcKs

No. 3 Clemson rallies for 37-34 win over No. 12 Florida St.

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) -- Deshaun Watson had 430 yards of total offense and third-ranked Clemson held off No. 12 Florida State 37-34 on Saturday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:38 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/1r99GGS

Wyoming upsets No. 13 Boise State 30-28 on late safety

LARAMIE, Wyo. (AP) -- Wyoming defensive tackle Chase Appleby didn't practice all week because he was recovering from a concussion and was "dog sick" on Thursday. It didn't show two days later....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:21 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2eIb83F

Down 3-1 in Series, Cubs on brink of seeing special year end

CHICAGO (AP) -- There could be a championship celebration at Wrigley Field on Sunday, just not the kind the Chicago Cubs and generations of their long-suffering fans dreamed of seeing....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:01 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2epqbPF

Mgr October: Francona has Indians 1 win from Series title

CHICAGO (AP) -- Terry Francona is on the verge of ending another long World Series drought....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:51 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2ea3vSE

Kipnis hits Wrigley World Series homer, just like he dreamed

CHICAGO (AP) -- Jason Kipnis remembered re-enacting a World Series home run in his backyard, about 20 miles north of Wrigley Field, perhaps driving a softball or an acorn off a tree....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:51 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2f4Cjme

Kipnis hits Wrigley World Series homer, just like he dreamed

CHICAGO (AP) -- Jason Kipnis remembered re-enacting a World Series home run in his backyard, about 20 miles north of Wrigley Field, perhaps driving a softball or an acorn off a tree....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:34 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2f6HFkK

No. 3 Clemson rallies for 37-34 win over No. 12 Florida St.

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) -- Deshaun Watson had 430 yards of total offense and third-ranked Clemson held off No. 12 Florida State 37-34 on Saturday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:25 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2eQIif3

Wisconsin asks fan to remove offensive parts of costume

MADISON, Wis. (AP) -- The University of Wisconsin says it asked a fan wearing what appeared to be a President Barack Obama mask and a noose around his neck to remove the offensive parts of the costume during the school's football game on Saturday night against Nebraska....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:24 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2dS5753

Cubs on brink of seeing special year end down 3-1 in Series

CHICAGO (AP) -- There could be a championship celebration at Wrigley Field on Sunday, just not the kind the Chicago Cubs and generations of their long-suffering fans dreamed of seeing....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:57 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2eI3lmf

Mgr October: Francona has Indians 1 win from Series title

CHICAGO (AP) -- Terry Francona is on the verge of ending another long World Series drought....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:35 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2f4uNru

SC Stunner: South Carolina

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) -- Jake Bentley threw for two touchdowns, Rico Dowdle ran for 127 yards and another score Saturday night, and South Carolina handed No. 18 Tennessee its third straight loss, 24-21....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:04 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2fiAo2s

Texas hands No. 8 Baylor first loss with late field goal

AUSTIN, Texas (AP) -- Texas coach Charlie Strong insists that he can live with the "noise," the criticism of his program and speculation about his job security....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:55 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2dRZQdU

TOP 25 TAKEAWAYS: Big 12 in big trouble, Washington prevails

The road claimed a couple of undefeated Big 12 teams, but a few others College Football Playoff contenders managed to avoid getting knocked off away from home Saturday....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:51 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2eELi12

The Latest: Game 4 underway; Cubs strike first

CHICAGO (AP) -- The Latest on Game 4 of the World Series at Wrigley Field on Saturday (all times local):...

from AP Top Sports News at 8:37 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2eyPGA0

No. 4 Washington holds on for 31-24 win over No. 17 Utah

SALT LAKE CITY (AP) -- Dante Pettis returned a punt 58 yards for a touchdown with 3:25 left and No. 4 Washington held off No. 17 Utah 31-24 on Saturday to remain undefeated....

from AP Top Sports News at 8:03 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2frNQAn

Ohio State holds on to beat Northwestern 24-20

COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) -- Curtis Samuel ran for a 3-yard touchdown with 9:43 left to give Ohio State a lead and J.T. Barrett converted two key third downs on a game-sealing drive to give the sixth-ranked Buckeyes a 24-20 victory Saturday against Northwestern....

from AP Top Sports News at 8:03 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2dZ8Itd

Vaughn excited to cheer on Cubs in Game 4 of World Series

CHICAGO (AP) -- Actor Vince Vaughn is keeping the faith with his beloved Chicago Cubs....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:48 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2emIyBD

Ohio State holds on to beat Northwestern 24-20

COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) -- Curtis Samuel ran for a 3-yard touchdown with 9:43 left to give Ohio State a lead and J.T. Barrett converted two key third downs on a game-sealing drive to give the sixth-ranked Buckeyes a 24-20 victory against Northwestern on Saturday....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:29 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2frLLEt

No. 4 Washington holds on for 31-24 win over No. 17 Utah

SALT LAKE CITY (AP) -- Dante Pettis returned a punt 58 yards for a touchdown with 3:25 left and No. 4 Washington held off No. 17 Utah 31-24 on Saturday to remain undefeated....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:18 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2f3Z6ys

No. 14 Florida, D stuff Georgia 24-10 in 'Cocktail Party'

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) -- Jordan Scarlett scored for the sixth consecutive game, Antonio Callaway had the first rushing touchdown of his career and No. 14 Florida used a dominant defensive effort to beat Georgia 24-10 on Saturday....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:12 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/1rKVSOW

With police escort, Maddon's mom makes it to World Series

CHICAGO (AP) -- After a difficult day of travel to the World Series, Albina Maddon was met by police at Chicago O'Hare International Airport....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:07 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2eQ8N43

Rudolph powers Oklahoma State past No. 10 West Virginia

STILLWATER, Okla. (AP) -- Mike Gundy's 100th career win at Oklahoma State was one of his best....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:33 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2eZbhOI

Abdul-Jabbar visits Harvard, tells players to stay in school

CAMBRIDGE, Mass. (AP) -- Kareem Abdul-Jabbar didn't mention either Donald Trump or Hillary Clinton by name, but the presidential election was on his mind when he came to Harvard on Saturday to talk to the players on the Crimson basketball team....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:03 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2frsfI3

Nittany Lions' big second half crushes Boilermakers, 62-24

WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. (AP) -- Saquon Barkley ran for 207 yards and two touchdowns, Trace McSorley threw three scoring passes, and No. 24 Penn State used a 24-point third quarter as the centerpiece of its 62-24 victory against Purdue on Saturday....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:57 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2f0O7a9

Abdul-Jabbar visits Harvard, tells players to stay in school

CAMBRIDGE, Mass. (AP) -- Kareem Abdul-Jabbar didn't mention either Donald Trump or Hillary Clinton by name, but the presidential election was on his mind when he came to Harvard on Saturday to talk to the players on the Crimson basketball team....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:57 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2fhW0Mq

No. 2 Michigan stays unbeaten with 32-23 win at Michigan St

EAST LANSING, Mich. (AP) -- Amara Darboh caught eight passes for a career-high 165 yards, and De'Veon Smith ran for two touchdowns to lift No. 2 Michigan to a 32-23 win over rival Michigan State on Saturday....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:43 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2emosYf

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MIAMI BEACH, Fla. (AP) -- Miami Marlins pitcher Jose Fernandez had cocaine and alcohol in his system when his boat crashed into a Miami Beach jetty, according to toxicology reports released Saturday....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:08 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2eGgBIp

No. 2 Michigan stays unbeaten with 32-23 win at Michigan St

EAST LANSING, Mich. (AP) -- Amara Darboh caught eight passes for a career-high 165 yards, and De'Veon Smith ran for two touchdowns to lift No. 2 Michigan to a 32-23 win over rival Michigan State on Saturday....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:08 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2f0HPHE

Jackson rescues No. 5 Louisville at Virginia, 32-25

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (AP) -- Lamar Jackson floated a 29-yard touchdown pass to Jaylen Smith with 13 seconds remaining and No. 5 Louisville survived a frenetic finish to beat Virginia 32-25 on Saturday....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:57 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2e93bUi

Rudolph powers Oklahoma State past No. 10 West Virginia

STILLWATER, Okla. (AP) -- Mason Rudolph threw three touchdown passes and ran for a score to help Oklahoma State upset No. 10 West Virginia 37-20 on Saturday....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:47 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2f0GBw3

Column: After further review, can robot umps be far behind?

CHICAGO (AP) -- A ballgame that produced exactly one run lasted 3 hours, 33 minutes....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:28 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2exTgr4

Reeling Jaguars fire offensive coordinator Greg Olson

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) -- The Jacksonville Jaguars have fired offensive coordinator Greg Olson, parting ways with him two days after an embarrassing loss at Tennessee....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:21 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2ePNCPU

After conquering pain, Katherine Reutter back at short track

Katherine Reutter remembers the day well. Not that it should've been all that memorable. She was simply going through her normal grind at the rink, tinkering with the skates of some athletes she was coaching....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:21 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2ePPurP

Players annoyed with NFL's crackdown on celebrations

Hey NFL players: If you want a safe way to celebrate touchdowns and big plays, just hug it out....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:06 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2eTgTMi

Giroud's 1st Arsenal goals of season add to Sunderland woes

SUNDERLAND, England (AP) -- Olivier Giroud scored his first goals of the season as Arsenal beat Sunderland 4-1 on Saturday, leaving the beleaguered northeast team with only two points after 10 Premier League games....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:12 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2dXLCU5

Kuchar makes a hole-in-one and doesn't get the car

SHANGHAI (AP) -- Matt Kuchar stood on the tee at the par-3 17th hole waiting his turn to hit when his caddie noticed the fine print....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:40 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2eFQ0eu

LEADING OFF: Trailing 2-1, Cubs face Kluber on short rest

What to watch for tonight in Game 4 of the World Series:...

from AP Top Sports News at 3:44 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/1BsD3ti

Catching up: Wrigley ballhawks return for Series reunion

CHICAGO (AP) -- Rich Buhrke has been chasing down baseballs outside Wrigley Field since 1959. He used to tell the rest of us ballhawks when we left for jobs far from Chicago that one day we'd find our way back to the corner of Waveland and Kenmore....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:11 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2eRyiVw

Indians' ace Kluber set to start Game 4 on short rest

CHICAGO (AP) -- Nothing ever rattles Corey Kluber. He is machine-like, unflappable and perhaps the ideal pitcher to be asked to work on short rest in the World Series....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:55 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2eFxxyj

Column: After further review, can robot umps be far behind?

CHICAGO (AP) -- A ballgame that produced exactly one run lasted 3 hours, 33 minutes....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:55 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2eXnRh8

пятница, 28 октября 2016 г.

Cubs shut out again in World Series, trail Indians 2-1

CHICAGO (AP) -- The Chicago Cubs had one of baseball's best lineups during the regular season. Anthony Rizzo and Kris Bryant piled up big numbers, and Ben Zobrist, Dexter Fowler and Addison Russell contributed to a well-rounded attack....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:07 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2dQnQ0Q

Westbrook has 51 points, triple-double; Thunder beat Suns

OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) -- Tired wasn't an option for Russell Westbrook on Friday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:52 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2fg5GXw

With dad in stands, Josh Tomlin comes through for Indians

CHICAGO (AP) -- When Josh Tomlin's night was done and he made the walk to Cleveland's dugout, his eyes scanned the Wrigley Field crowd searching for his dad....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:23 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2f1ppoR

Flowers shines, South Florida beats No. 22 Navy 52-45

TAMPA, Fla. (AP) -- South Florida beat No. 22 Navy at its own game....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:20 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2eWZIHy

With dad in stands, Josh Tomlin comes through for Indians

CHICAGO (AP) -- When Josh Tomlin's night was done and he made the walk to Cleveland's dugout, his eyes scanned the Wrigley Field crowd searching for his dad....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:59 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2f1lZCM

With key hit, Crisp moves Indians within 2 wins of title

CHICAGO (AP) -- Back with his original big league team, Coco Crisp came through with the hit that moved the Cleveland Indians within two wins of their first World Series title since 1948....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:59 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2e6F48H

Cubs shut out again in World Series loss to Indians

CHICAGO (AP) -- The Chicago Cubs had one of the majors' top offenses during the regular season....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:59 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2f1kxjF

Westbrook has 51 points, triple-double, Thunder beat Suns

OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) -- Russell Westbrook had 51 points and a triple-double and scored the winning points in the Oklahoma City Thunder's 113-110 overtime victory over the Phoenix Suns on Friday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:22 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2eWXhF8

Flowers shines, South Florida beats No. 22 Navy 52-45

TAMPA, Fla. (AP) -- Quinton Flowers ran for 176 yards and two touchdowns to help South Florida get back on track in the American Athletic Conference with a 52-45 victory over No. 22 Navy on Friday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:50 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2eFbOGK

Irving, James help Cavs hold off Raptors 94-91

TORONTO (AP) -- Kyrie Irving had 26 points and LeBron James scored 21, helping the Cleveland Cavaliers hold off DeMar DeRozan and the Toronto Raptors for a 94-91 victory on Friday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:55 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2eWJa2v

Dream day: World Series at Wrigley for 1st time since '45

CHICAGO (AP) -- Dressed in dark, furry bear suits from head to toe, Lisa Burton and Brian Robinson stood on Waveland Avenue, waiting to walk up to the rooftop of Beyond the Ivy and watch the first World Series game at Wrigley Field in 71 years....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:37 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2eWDIwu

Wait no more: World Series at Wrigley for 1st time since '45

CHICAGO (AP) -- Dressed in dark, furry bear suits from head to toe, Lisa Burton and Brian Robinson stood on Waveland Avenue, waiting to walk up to the rooftop of Beyond the Ivy and watch the first World Series game at Wrigley Field in 71 years....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:18 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2e6hUzy

Pistons' owner: Team 'very close' to deal to move downtown

AUBURN HILLS, Mich. (AP) -- Detroit Pistons owner Tom Gores says the team is "very close to a deal" to move downtown....

from AP Top Sports News at 8:43 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2e6cR1Z

Left turn: Indians start Carlos Santana in left for Game 3

CHICAGO (AP) -- Indians manager Terry Francona barely batted an eye before deciding to send slugger Carlos Santana into left field....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:19 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/1uSa1f3

Dwyane Wade fined $25,000 for throat slashing gesture

NEW YORK (AP) -- Chicago guard Dwyane Wade was fined $25,000 by the NBA on Friday for making a throat slashing gesture after hitting a late 3-pointer in his Bulls debut Thursday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:49 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2ek9J07

Column: Howard returns home looking to regain his swagger

ATLANTA (AP) -- Dwight Howard has played all of one game for the Atlanta Hawks....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:22 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2dUX2rp

Girl's football hopes sacked by rules on competing with boys

NEW YORK (AP) -- Alison Rogers raced across the field, a touchdown-saving tackle in her line of sight....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:51 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2foyn3P

Left turn: Indians start Carlos Santana in left for Game 3

CHICAGO (AP) -- Carlos Santana will grab his outfielder's glove for Game 3 of the World Series. He may want ear plugs, too....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:00 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2f0s7v0

Girl's football hopes sacked by rules on competing with boys

NEW YORK (AP) -- Alison Rogers raced across the field, a touchdown-saving tackle in her line of sight....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:47 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2dPEo9y

Jeff Gordon unsure if Martinsville is his final race

MARTINSVILLE, Va. (AP) -- Jeff Gordon celebrated the last win of his NASCAR career as if it was his first trip to victory lane....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:00 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/P2vFQg

Big 12 will take top 2 teams for title game, no divisions

IRVING, Texas (AP) -- The Big 12 Conference will not split into divisions for football and instead will match its first- and second-place teams when its championship game returns next season....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:05 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2eDPRrZ

President Obama predicts: Seahawks-Patriots in Super Bowl

NEW YORK (AP) -- Barack Obama is making his final Super Bowl call as president: New England against Seattle....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:05 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2fnFwS7

76ers apologize for canceling 'We Matter' anthem singer

PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- The Philadelphia 76ers apologized Friday for canceling the national anthem performance of a singer wearing a "We Matter" jersey....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:46 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2fnEN3b

AP writers look at what NFC teams need at NFL trade deadline

The NFL trade deadline never quite stirs up the interest seen at that time of year in other professional sports....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:46 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2dPaCS9

AP writers look at what AFC teams need at NFL trade deadline

The NFL trade deadline never quite stirs up the interest seen at that time of year in other professional sports....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:46 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2dU0GSy

76ers apologize for canceling 'We Matter' anthem singer

PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- The Philadelphia 76ers say there were wrong for canceling the national anthem performance of a singer wearing a "We Matter" jersey....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:34 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2dPaNg5

Kevin Garnett joining TNT as a weekly contributor

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) -- It didn't take long for Kevin Garnett to find work after retirement....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:09 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2eZARl1

Big 12 will take top 2 teams for title game, no divisions

IRVING, Texas (AP) -- The Big 12 Conference isn't splitting up into divisions for football....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:32 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2eDxB1D

Culture clash: It's Pulis vs. Guardiola in Premier League

MANCHESTER, England (AP) -- One coach will be wearing a baseball cap, tracksuit and sneakers. The other is usually sharply dressed in a suit, tie and shoes....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:08 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2dOMnn1

Cubs' Schwarber draws inspiration from boy with illness

CHICAGO (AP) -- Kyle Schwarber signed a baseball for Campbell Faulkner, and Faulkner gave Schwarber a green wristband. Twin acts of kindness, and a friendship was born....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:26 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2dTcUe8

Charges added against men accused of beating Ravens fan

BALTIMORE (AP) -- New charges have been brought against two Oakland Raiders fans from New York accused of seriously beating a 55-year-old Maryland man during a Baltimore Ravens football game....

from AP Top Sports News at 8:36 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2eCQGky

Kerber savoring her rise to the top of women's tennis

SINGAPORE (AP) -- While Angelique Kerber was winning her third straight match at the WTA Finals, she glanced courtside and noticed three famous spectators in the crowd - Chris Evert, Martina Navratilova and Monica Seles....

from AP Top Sports News at 8:29 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2e48EvC

WADA cites near collapse of anti-doping program at Rio Games

MONTREAL (AP) -- The World Anti-Doping Agency has detailed serious failings of doping control management at the Rio de Janeiro Olympics, saying the system was only saved from collapsing by the "enormous resourcefulness and goodwill" of some key staff....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:51 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2eNFAto

Titans breeze past Jaguars 36-22 to reach 4-4 for season

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) -- The Tennessee Titans head into the second half of the season believing they're right in the playoff mix now that they've already exceeded their win total from last year....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:28 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2e3Da8R

Cubs back in World Series, goat curse back on forefront

CHICAGO (AP) -- Chuck Logan heard about it from his dad for years. Bill Sianis was born into it. And Lennie Merullo was there the day it happened and lived with it for the rest of his life....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:28 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2eYj25J

Girl's football hopes sacked by rules on competing with boys

NEW YORK (AP) -- Alison Rogers raced across the field, a touchdown-saving tackle in her line of sight....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:28 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2e3zILF

Schwarber draws inspiration from Arizona boy with illness

CHICAGO (AP) -- Kyle Schwarber signed a baseball for Campbell Faulkner. Faulkner gave Schwarber a green wristband. Twin acts of kindness, and a friendship was born....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:20 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2dO0PMc

Cubs back in World Series, goat curse back on forefront

CHICAGO (AP) -- Chuck Logan heard about it from his dad for years. Bill Sianis was born into it. And Lennie Merullo was there the day it happened and lived with it for the rest of his life....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:20 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2ehFkzj

Week 9 preview: ACC showdown; Browning faces tough Utes

The last weekend before College Football Playoff selection committee starts releasing its rankings has potential for a serious shake-up in the postseason race....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:08 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2eC7KHD

Griffey Jr among MLB dads of sons playing college football

Ken Griffey Jr. has a different game to watch during the World Series....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:08 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2eLLAQy

No. 8 Baylor opens 'gauntlet' of schedule with Texas

AUSTIN, Texas (AP) -- For acting head coach Jim Grobe, to some extent the real season for No. 8 Baylor is about to begin....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:08 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2eC9Xm3

Michigan State motivated to spoil No. 2 Michigan's season

EAST LANSING, Mich. (AP) -- Jim Harbaugh has Michigan marching toward a special season, winning its first seven games and climbing to No. 2 in The Associated Press college football poll for the first time in a decade....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:08 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2eLM757

FANTASY PLAYS: QB, RB options; expectations for Wilson, Dez

The next two weeks are going to make fantasy football players earn their spots in the standings, with six teams on byes each of the next two weeks....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:23 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/1NAIVCw

Cubs owners also active in politics, though loyalties split

CHICAGO (AP) -- The World Series is hardly the only historic contest preoccupying the owners of the Chicago Cubs this fall....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:19 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2eN5bmq

четверг, 27 октября 2016 г.

Wade scores 22 in Chicago debut, Bulls beat Celtics 105-99

CHICAGO (AP) -- Dwyane Wade got the ball in the corner, took a dribble to his left and stepped back for the dagger 3-pointer....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:34 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2eh9uCZ

Titans end home woes, roll to 36-22 victory over Jaguars

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) -- Marcus Mariota threw for 270 yards and two touchdowns to end his home struggles and the Tennessee Titans had their highest point total of the season in a 36-22 victory over the Jacksonville Jaguars on Thursday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:41 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2dNxiCa

Wade scores 22 in Chicago debut, Bulls beat Celtics 105-99

CHICAGO (AP) -- Dwyane Wade scored 22 points in a triumphant Chicago debut, Jimmy Butler had 24 and the Bulls won their season opener, beating the Boston Celtics 105-99 on Thursday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:07 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2dRdYPA

No. 25 Virginia Tech holds off Pitt in 39-36 win

PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Jerod Evans shook off a right ankle injury to throw for a career-high 406 yards and two touchdowns and lead No. 25 Virginia Tech to a 39-36 victory over Pittsburgh on Thursday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:46 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2eSMX0R

Pacioretty, Canadiens beat Lightning for 6th straight win

MONTREAL (AP) -- Max Pacioretty scored the tiebreaking goal in Montreal's three-goal third period as the Canadiens beat the Tampa Bay Lightning 3-1 Thursday night for their sixth straight win....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:46 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2eBlkeb

Pacioretty, Canadiens beat Lightning for 6th straight win

MONTREAL (AP) -- Max Pacioretty scored the tiebreaking goal in Montreal's three-goal third period as the Canadiens beat the Tampa Bay Lightning 3-1 Thursday night for their sixth straight win....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:32 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/RK8f3D

Indians set to move DH Santana into Wrigley's left field

CHICAGO (AP) -- Playing left in Wrigley Field isn't easy under normal circumstances....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:04 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2flcpi5

Howard, Millsap, Hardaway lead Hawks past Wizards 114-99

ATLANTA (AP) -- Dwight Howard dominated the boards in his Atlanta debut, Paul Millsap scored 28 points and Tim Hardaway Jr. ignited the new-look Hawks to a 114-99 victory over the Washington Wizards in their season opener Thursday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:04 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2dR2Jqk

Crosby's goal leads Penguins past Islanders

PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Sidney Crosby scored the tiebreaking goal late in the third period to lead the Pittsburgh Penguins to a 4-2 victory over the New York Islanders on Thursday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:04 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/1FjEKK4

Indians set to move DH Santana into Wrigley's left field

CHICAGO (AP) -- Playing left in Wrigley Field isn't easy under normal circumstances....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:33 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2flbgqU

Broncos' C.J. Anderson undergoing surgery

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) -- C.J. Anderson was bracing for a prolonged recovery as he prepared to undergo surgery to repair the torn meniscus in his right knee late Thursday....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:51 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2e2isGr

AP source: Dolphins' Landry fined $24,309 for illegal block

MIAMI (AP) -- Jarvis Landry will take a hit in the wallet for his block that injured Buffalo Bills safety Aaron Williams....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:51 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2dN6Ngp

Jury hands ex-Penn St. assistant over $7M in defamation case

BELLEFONTE, Pa. (AP) -- A jury awarded a former Penn State assistant football coach $7.3 million in damages Thursday, finding the university defamed him after it became public that his testimony helped prosecutors charge Jerry Sandusky with child molestation....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:16 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/1oM8bte

Training for a title: Cubs fans take Amtrak through night

ABOARD THE LAKE SHORE LIMITED (AP) -- As the Amtrak train slowly chugged through the Ohio night, past factories along the Lake Erie shore illuminated by pinkish lights, Marvin Thomas stretched across a pair of seats, proudly wrapped in a blue satin Cubs jacket....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:37 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2fkHLp5

Schwarber won't play field at Wrigley Field this weekend

CHICAGO (AP) -- Cubs star Kyle Schwarber won't be in the starting lineup for the three World Series games this weekend after he was denied medical clearance to play the outfield following his return from knee surgery....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:47 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2eKGtA6

Handling the psyche of NFL kickers is a specialized dance

RENTON, Wash. (AP) -- The aftermath of the first NFL tie since 2014 became a study in the delicate psyche of kickers, and how they are handled by their coaches....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:03 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2eWzrHQ

Another sex abuse lawsuit against USA Gymnastics doctor

LOS ANGELES (AP) -- A former gymnast on the U.S. women's national team has become the latest athlete to accuse a longtime team doctor of sexually abusing her....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:36 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2cF0riJ

Rosberg returns to Mexico, where his good run started

Nico Rosberg is back where his Formula One championship chase run effectively began, knowing he is well on his way to his first career title if he gets another win in Mexico....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:36 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2eAtjIA

Handling the psyche of NFL kickers is a specialized dance

RENTON, Wash. (AP) -- The aftermath of the first NFL tie since 2014 became a study in the delicate psyche of kickers, and how they are handled by their coaches....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:15 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2eApzXs

World Cup, young stars, backup goalies add up to more goals

Just because Wayne Gretzky laced up his skates in an alumni game over the weekend doesn't mean the NHL is back to the 1980s....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:50 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2eWlmKq

AP source: Broncos' C.J. Anderson undergoing surgery

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) -- A person with knowledge of the situation tells The Associated Press that Broncos running back C.J. Anderson will undergo arthroscopic surgery on his right knee Thursday and that the extent of the damage will determine how long he's out....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:42 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2eUV50w

Anaheim Ducks sign holdout D Hampus Lindholm to 6-year deal

ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) -- The Anaheim Ducks signed holdout Hampus Lindholm to a six-year, $31.5 million contract through the 2021-22 season on Thursday, ending a stalemate with their talented Swedish defenseman....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:29 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2fjYM2z

Steelers' Roethlisberger asks rival Tom Brady for his jersey

PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger has been caught on camera asking his AFC rival Tom Brady for a jersey to hang on his wall....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:49 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2e1fSk0

AP source: Aldon Smith applies for reinstatement to NFL

ALAMEDA, Calif. (AP) -- Oakland Raiders pass rusher Aldon Smith has applied to the NFL to be reinstated from his one-year suspension....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:35 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2eVOaCS

Training for a title: Cubs fans take Amtrak through night

ABOARD THE LAKE SHORE LIMITED (AP) -- As the Amtrak train slowly chugged through the Ohio night, past factories along the Lake Erie shore illuminated by pinkish lights, Marvin Thomas stretched across a pair of seats, proudly wrapped in a blue satin Cubs jacket....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:21 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2eUuP6e

Joyful spirit at Olympic Stadium turns sour for West Ham

LONDON (AP) -- The joyful spirit from the 2012 London Games has gone from the Olympic Stadium, replaced instead by hatred and ugly skirmishes....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:19 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2eJFJLE

Kerber, Cibulkova advance to WTA semifinals

SINGAPORE (AP) -- Angelique Kerber helped Dominika Cibulkova reach the semifinals of the WTA Finals on Thursday....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:47 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2eeQANd

Chiefs have penchant for interceptions, defensive touchdowns

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) -- Marcus Peters strode through the Kansas City Chiefs locker room after their latest victory sporting a massive black-and-bedazzled sombrero, which he had acquired from a fan for a pair of his gloves....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:47 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2dLNGmM

Michael Phelps, Nicole Johnson secretly married in June

PARADISE VALLEY, Ariz. (AP) -- Michael Phelps can add getting married to his long list of accomplishments this year....

from AP Top Sports News at 8:34 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2eJt4uW

Cibulkova beats Halep, can still reach WTA semifinals

SINGAPORE (AP) -- Dominika Cibulkova won her first match at the WTA Finals on Thursday, and still has a chance to reach the semifinals....

from AP Top Sports News at 8:26 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/1yjEkyR

Fowler rides Ryder Cup confidence to strong start in HSBC

SHANGHAI (AP) -- Rickie Fowler dropped by PGA of America headquarters in Florida with the Ryder Cup trophy last week as a way to let the employees share in the U.S. celebration. The trophy stayed behind. Fowler brought memories of Hazeltine all the way to China....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:25 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2dOf0vG

Rikard Karlberg takes 1-shot lead in China in HSBC debut

SHANGHAI (AP) -- Rikard Karlberg made his World Golf Championships debut with an 8-under 64 on Thursday to take a one-shot lead over Rickie Fowler in the HSBC Champions....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:36 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2fa0Ueg

Rikard Karlberg takes 1-shot lead in China in HSBC debut

SHANGHAI (AP) -- Rikard Karlberg made his World Golf Championships debut with an 8-under 64 to take a one-shot lead over Rickie Fowler in the HSBC Champions on Thursday....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:21 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/1plsggA

среда, 26 октября 2016 г.

World Series spotlight shifts to Chicago and Wrigley Field

CHICAGO (AP) -- A woman in a Chicago Cubs jersey climbed onto a man's shoulders to pose for - what else? - a selfie in front of the cherry-red marquee at Wrigley Field, the second-oldest ballpark in the major leagues....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:12 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2dZ4ntq

AP Was There: Cubs lose 1945 World Series at Wrigley Field

CHICAGO (AP) -- The Chicago Cubs had only gone 37 years without a championship when they reached the World Series in 1945....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:00 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2dZ1XLl

Indians' Tomlin to pitch in Series with ailing dad in stands

CLEVELAND (AP) -- While his dad sat on a bucket in their backyard catching, little Josh Tomlin pretended he was pitching in the World Series....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:38 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2dKDY4d

Bauer beaten by Cubs instead of bloodied by drone

CLEVELAND (AP) -- Trevor Bauer had hoped to pitch a bloody good game. Instead, he had trouble finding the plate and his pitch count rose rapidly....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:48 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2eddGDK

Rizzo, Zobrist lead Cubs' offensive outburst in Game 2

CLEVELAND (AP) -- After getting shut out in their first World Series game since 1945, the Chicago Cubs stressed it was no time to panic....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:46 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2eHTr4M

Bauer beaten by Cubs instead of bloodied by drone

CLEVELAND (AP) -- Trevor Bauer had hoped to pitch a bloody good game. Instead, he had trouble finding the plate and his pitch count rose rapidly....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:35 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2dYIxpL

Nurkic, Barton lead Nuggets past Pelicans, Davis, 107-102

NEW ORLEANS (AP) -- Jusuf Nurkic scored 23 points, Will Barton added 22, and the Denver Nuggets survived a dominant performance by Anthony Davis to defeat the New Orleans Pelicans 107-102 in both teams' regular season opener Wednesday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:55 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2eSPszX

76ers anthem singer says 'We Matter' shirt got her the boot

PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- Philadelphia 76ers national anthem singer Sevyn Streeter says she was told by the team she could not perform because of her "We Matter" jersey....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:01 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2dYvdlA

Arrieta no-hits Indians through 5 innings; Cubs lead 5-0

CLEVELAND (AP) -- Chicago pitcher Jake Arrieta has not allowed a hit through five innings, and the Cubs lead the Cleveland Indians 5-0 as they try to even the World Series at one game apiece....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:37 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2eHDtHB

'Our 49 Pulse angels': Magic honor those killed in nightclub

ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) -- There's nothing that can give Mayra Alvear back what she lost, or ease her pain, or calm her anger....

from AP Top Sports News at 8:21 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2dYiXkO

DeMarcus Ware has a day of big returns Wednesday

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) -- It was a day of big returns for DeMarcus Ware....

from AP Top Sports News at 8:21 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2eT38ts

Nets guard Lin donates $1 million to Harvard

CAMBRIDGE, Mass. (AP) -- Brooklyn Nets guard Jeremy Lin is donating $1 million to Harvard that will help pay for renovation of the school's basketball arena and for undergraduate financial aid....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:55 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2eNFKPp

No. 1 pick Simmons says no timetable on 76ers return

PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- No. 1 overall draft pick Ben Simmons says there is no timetable for his return from a broken bone in his right foot....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:46 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2eSUqv4

Eagles' Wentz, Cowboys' Prescott set for rookie QB showcase

FRISCO, Texas (AP) -- Because they were on opposing teams at the Senior Bowl, Carson Wentz and Dak Prescott didn't spend much time together talking about the future....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:19 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2fh8sei

ACC looks to keep strong 2-year NCAA run going in 2017

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) -- The Atlantic Coast Conference has shaken off a four-year Final Four drought with strong back-to-back postseason runs that have included winning one national title, playing for another and putting three teams in the national semifinals....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:03 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2eHERHx

View from bench: Former Supreme Court justice roots for Cubs

A lot of Chicago Cubs fans have waited a long time to see them win the championship. In this case, it feels like forever....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:33 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2eNsoTD

Baseball hopes to beat rain, get in Game 2 of World Series

CLEVELAND (AP) -- Major League Baseball is hoping it can play Game 2 of the World Series on Wednesday night despite the rain....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:00 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2ewGn1F

Mark Dantonio likes his chances of upsetting No. 2 Michigan

EAST LANSING, Mich. (AP) -- Mark Dantonio closed the door of his spacious office and took a seat....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:00 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2fgX0iT

Jackson's injury shows risk of returning for senior year

FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (AP) -- There's not always a right-or-wrong answer to the question of whether they should stay or go, even with hindsight....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:42 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2eH2N0n

NASCAR limits number of lower tier races for veterans

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) -- Kyle Busch has been to victory lane 15 times this season. Only four of the trips were in his Sprint Cup car....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:22 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/MuNJAw

The Latest: Duke picked to win ACC

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) -- The Latest from Atlantic Coast Conference men's basketball media day on Wednesday (all times local):...

from AP Top Sports News at 5:22 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2fgToNL

Romo throws in practice for 1st time since August injury

FRISCO, Texas (AP) -- Tony Romo participated in throwing drills at practice Wednesday for the first time since the Dallas quarterback broke a bone in his back in a preseason game at Seattle in August....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:08 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2ec6ace

ACC is well-represented in NCAA defensive rankings

Atlantic Coast Conference teams are getting it done with some of the top defenses in the country....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:08 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2fgTHIk

AP sources: Jaguars owner Khan speaks to team, seeks answers

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) -- Jacksonville Jaguars owner Shad Khan has kept a fairly low profile around the team....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:02 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2fgueie

COLLEGE FOOTBALL PICKS: Ohio State rooting for Michigan

Ohio State fans need to root for Michigan. Seriously....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:20 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2f7XoRG

Despite no first-round picks, Chiefs rely heavily on rookies

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) -- The Chiefs didn't make a first-round selection in this year's NFL draft. That hasn't stopped their rookies from making a major impact....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:20 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2eRWgOk

AP sources: Jaguars owner Khan speaks to team, seeks answers

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) -- Several people familiar with the situation say Jacksonville Jaguars owner Shad Khan made a rare appearance in front of the team a day after one of the most embarrassing losses in coach Gus Bradley's four-year tenure....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:06 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2eMxnns

'Strong odor' of alcohol on Jose Fernandez after boat crash

MIAMI (AP) -- A search warrant affidavit says the bodies of Marlins pitcher Jose Fernandez and two of his friends had a strong odor of alcohol on them when they were recovered by divers following a boat crash off Miami Beach....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:06 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2eGgBIp

Romo throws in practice for 1st time since August injury

FRISCO, Texas (AP) -- Tony Romo is participating in throwing drills at practice for the first time since the Dallas quarterback broke a bone in his back in a preseason game at Seattle in August....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:40 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/1EiaT3w

Ferrari flop: F1's famous red cars expected better in 2016

AUSTIN, Texas (AP) -- Ferrari expected much better than this in 2016....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:40 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2dJ1aQg

Jayhawks head into season with national title aspirations

LAWRENCE, Kan. (AP) -- Kansas lost one of the leading scorers and rebounders in school history, a slashing guard capable of scoring in bunches, a one-and-done prospect with freakish talent and a dazzling 3-point shooter....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:12 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2dX8cPO

COLLEGE FOOTBALL PICKS: Ohio State rooting for Michigan

Ohio State fans need to root for Michigan. Seriously....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:57 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/1LmPNBA

Backup plan: The case to play goalies on consecutive nights

If NHL coaches want to provide goalies quality downtime during a constricted schedule, Martin Biron believes he has an ideal backup plan....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:18 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/1NDa5bG

Stolen base at World Series means free tacos at Taco Bell

CLEVELAND (AP) -- A stolen base in the World Series means free tacos for everyone next week at Taco Bell....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:09 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2dICSpw

Cleveland Indians get boost from newborn babies in onesies

CLEVELAND (AP) -- Newborn babies at an Ohio hospital have joined the ranks of Cleveland Indians fans....

from AP Top Sports News at 8:17 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2dJKGlU

McIlroy's caddie cashes in on FedEx Cup

SHANGHAI (AP) -- Rory McIlroy didn't have to check his bank account to know that his FedEx Cup bonus had been deposited....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:31 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2dVAtX4

McIlroy's caddie cashes in on FedEx Cup

SHANGHAI (AP) -- Rory McIlroy didn't have to check his bank account to know that his FedEx Cup bonus had been deposited....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:46 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2dJ3WQv

Kluber, Perez, Indians beat Cubs 6-0 in World Series opener

CLEVELAND (AP) -- Corey Kluber and the Cleveland Indians are off to a pitch-perfect start in the World Series....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:07 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2dHrbPN

вторник, 25 октября 2016 г.

Any time is Miller time for Indians as Andrew dominates

CLEVELAND (AP) -- David Ross marvels at Andrew Miller and the break on his sinister slider....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:36 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2etNZ4E

What to watch for in Game 2 of the World Series

What to watch for tonight in Game 2 of the World Series:...

from AP Top Sports News at 2:36 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/1BsD3ti

AP Was There: Indians win the 1948 World Series

The Cleveland Indians had won their only World Series appearance in 1920 when they returned in 1948....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:36 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2eDWomL

Leonard, Spurs spoil Durant's Warriors debut with blowout

OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) -- Kawhi Leonard scored a career-high 35 points and the San Antonio Spurs emphatically spoiled Kevin Durant's long-awaited Warriors debut Tuesday with a 129-100 rout that sent Golden State fans for the exits early on opening night....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:18 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2ePfyCL

Twice as nice: Indians' Perez hits 2 homers in Series opener

CLEVELAND (AP) -- Once he rounded the bases a second time, propelled by a roaring crowd at Progressive Field, Roberto Perez began to understand what he had done....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:18 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2eENl1Y

Leonard, Spurs spoil Durant's Warriors debut with blowout

OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) -- Kawhi Leonard scored a career-high 35 points and the San Antonio Spurs emphatically spoiled Kevin Durant's long-awaited Warriors debut Tuesday with a 129-100 rout that sent Golden State fans for the exits early on opening night....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:00 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/1sC6qRB

World Series Game 2 start moved up an hour, rain in forecast

CLEVELAND (AP) -- Chicago Cubs manager Joe Maddon was making a move on the mound during the World Series opener when first baseman Anthony Rizzo pointed out another change....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:48 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2f67Rgd

Lester falters as Cubs lose to Indians 6-0 in Series opener

CLEVELAND (AP) -- The Chicago Cubs lavished Jon Lester with a $155 million contract in the winter of 2014 precisely for moments like the one he faced Tuesday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:19 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2dUTfO0

Twice as nice: Indians' Perez hits 2 homers in Series opener

CLEVELAND (AP) -- The Indians love catcher Roberto Perez's defense: his glove, his arm, his ability to frame pitches....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:19 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2e923Oe

James has triple-double as Cavs rout Knicks 117-88 in opener

CLEVELAND (AP) -- LeBron James took time to reflect as the Cleveland Cavaliers raised their championship banner....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:35 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2dUKIuO

The Latest: Miller escapes trouble, Indians lead Cubs 3-0

CLEVELAND (AP) -- The Latest on the World Series (all times Eastern):...

from AP Top Sports News at 11:24 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2eyPGA0

Crosby returns, leads Penguins past Panthers 3-2

PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Pittsburgh Penguins captain Sidney Crosby is just happy to be back playing hockey again....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:05 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2eEuKD8

NHL officials in South Korea to inspect Olympic venues

SEOUL, South Korea (AP) -- National Hockey League representatives are in South Korea to inspect Olympic facilities as the league mulls a decision on whether to let its players appear for a sixth consecutive Olympics in Pyeongchang next year ....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:33 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2fdSGAU

World Series Game 2 start moved up an hour, rain in forecast

CLEVELAND (AP) -- The start time for Game 2 of the World Series has been moved up by an hour because there's rain in the Cleveland weather forecast....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:22 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2dUC3Iu

James has triple-double as Cavs rout Knicks 117-88 in opener

CLEVELAND (AP) -- LeBron James had his 43rd career triple-double, Kyrie Irving scored 29 points and the Cleveland Cavaliers, who raised their championship banner before the game, beat the New York Knicks 117-88 on Tuesday night in the NBA season opener....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:22 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2eOWrZh

James has triple-double as Cavs rout Knicks 117-88 in opener

CLEVELAND (AP) -- LeBron James had his 43rd career triple-double, Kyrie Irving scored 29 points and the Cleveland Cavaliers, who raised their championship banner before the game, beat the New York Knicks 117-88 on Tuesday night in the NBA season opener....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:10 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/13oBFKe

The Latest: James tells fans "this is for you" at ceremony

CLEVELAND (AP) -- The Latest on the World Series (all times Eastern):...

from AP Top Sports News at 7:46 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2e4XBzR

Penguins' star Crosby returns against Panthers

PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Pittsburgh Penguins star Sidney Crosby will make his season debut Tuesday night against Florida....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:19 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2dGOJSF

Cubs slugger Schwarber returns, will bat 5th in Game 1

CLEVELAND (AP) -- The doctors told Kyle Schwarber the day after the Chicago Cubs slugger tore two ligaments in his left knee on April 7 that his season was over....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:52 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2e8mYkr

Bauer says pinkie good enough to go for Indians in Game 2

CLEVELAND (AP) -- The last time the baseball world caught a glimpse of Trevor Bauer's mangled pinkie finger on his right hand, it was grotesquely dripping blood onto the pitching rubber in Toronto during the AL Championship Series....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:52 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2dGq7f1

Cubs slugger Schwarber returns, will bat 5th in Game 1

CLEVELAND (AP) -- The doctors told Kyle Schwarber the day after the Chicago Cubs slugger tore two ligaments in his left knee on April 7 that his season was over....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:04 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2f5m1hP

Cubs slugger Schwarber returns, will bat 5th in Game 1

CLEVELAND (AP) -- The doctors told Kyle Schwarber the day after the Chicago Cubs slugger tore two ligaments in his left knee on April 7 that his season was over....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:29 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2eDJdzq

A.J. Green's 1-handed catch in scrum shows off his juggling

CINCINNATI (AP) -- A.J. Green took up juggling when he was in grade school, learning how to toss-and-catch all sorts of things without dropping them. It was fun and developed his coordination....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:56 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2eOqW1F

Broadway Joe to Jets' Geno on injury criticism: 'My bad'

NEW YORK (AP) -- Broadway Joe delivered a headline-making apology....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:48 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2dGawMs

DeMarcus Ware reports home burglary during Monday night game

DENVER (AP) -- Police are investigating a burglary at the home of Denver Broncos outside linebacker DeMarcus Ware that Ware reported when he returned home from Monday night's football game....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:33 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2eDDOrS

Bowlsby disagrees with Iowa State AD's synopsis of Big 12

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) -- Big 12 Commissioner Bob Bowlsby bristled at the suggestion that without Oklahoma and Texas the league is akin to the Mountain West....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:57 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2ekItjE

Fan dies after falling while leaving Broncos football game

DENVER (AP) -- Authorities say a fan has died after falling 30 to 50 feet at the Denver Broncos' stadium after a game on Monday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:54 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2errxfb

HEISMAN WATCH: Can LSU's Fournette make a run at Jackson?

Even after missing four games with injuries, Leonard Fournette is poised to make some noise in the Heisman Trophy race....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:32 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2e3elwq

Penguins' star Crosby could return against Panthers

PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Pittsburgh Penguins star Sidney Crosby could make his season debut Tuesday night against Florida....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:06 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/1p3edqw

Best foot forward: 76ers' Embiid set for long-awaited debut

PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- With a dunk contest, half court shots and "Juju on that Beat " dancing contest finished, Joel Embiid turned back toward Philadelphia 76ers fans at an open practice....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:47 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2fcfLE6

Artwork stolen off wall at Muhammad Ali Center in Kentucky

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) -- Artwork showing Muhammad Ali in a classic pose, in white trunks and red boxing gloves, was stolen from the Muhammad Ali Center in a brazen theft....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:13 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2eBWnRN

Schwarber on Cubs' World Series roster; could start at DH

CLEVELAND (AP) -- Kyle Schwarber was added to the Chicago Cubs' World Series roster and could start Tuesday night's opener against the Cleveland Indians at designated hitter....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:08 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2erbQlw

The Latest: Salazar replaces Anderson on Indians' roster

CLEVELAND (AP) -- The Latest on the World Series (all times Eastern):...

from AP Top Sports News at 10:38 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2dDxp36

Schwarber on Cubs' World Series roster; could start at DH

CLEVELAND (AP) -- Kyle Schwarber has been added to the Chicago Cubs' World Series roster and could start Tuesday night's opener against the Cleveland Indians at designated hitter....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:22 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2dFlaTW

3 US senators want women's golf open moved from Trump course

BEDMINSTER, N.J. (AP) -- Three Democratic U.S. senators are increasing the pressure on the U.S. Golf Association to move next year's women's open away from a New Jersey course owned by Donald Trump....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:22 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2dFIlbU

Quite the night: Cleveland ready to rock sports world

CLEVELAND (AP) -- Always up for a party, Cleveland's about to rock like never before....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:45 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2eEuupA

Saunders family presses on with Wolves after Flip's death

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) -- The easy thing for the Saunders family to do would have been to walk away....

from AP Top Sports News at 8:55 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2dS8hUV

Thomas a winner again, and still a long road toward the top

SHANGHAI (AP) -- Winning a PGA Tour event for the second straight year, especially the manner in which Justin Thomas rallied in Malaysia, made it easy to assume that a player of his polish and power could be on the verge of breaking through to the next level....

from AP Top Sports News at 8:07 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2eCoCeW

Pentatonix to sing NFL Thursday Night Football opening song

NEW YORK (AP) -- Grammy-winning a cappella group Pentatonix will sing the opening theme song for NBC's "Thursday Night Football."...

from AP Top Sports News at 7:50 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2fbMOYQ

Pentatonix to sing NFL Thursday Night Football opening song

NEW YORK (AP) -- Grammy-winning a cappella group Pentatonix will sing the opening theme song for NBC's "Thursday Night Football."...

from AP Top Sports News at 7:37 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2eNOSmP

Ohio, Illinois governors place bets over Cubs-Indians series

COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) -- The Republican governors of Illinois and Ohio are betting cases of beer, pizza and other ballpark favorites on the World Series beginning Tuesday between the Cubs and the Indians....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:25 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2eBe2sI