вторник, 31 января 2017 г.

Signing day begins with Alabama closing on recruiting title

On the first Wednesday of February, it becomes obvious why Alabama contends for a national title every season....

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What lies ahead of for newest batch for 4- and 5-star QBs?

Blue-chip quarterback recruits bring hype and hope to campuses....

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WNBA trades open way for free agency to begin

NEW YORK (AP) -- It's already been a busy week in the WNBA, and teams can't officially sign free agents until Wednesday....

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Coaches, QBs lapped by Brady/Belichick marvel at success

HOUSTON (AP) -- Marv Levy, the only coach in NFL history to take a team to four consecutive Super Bowls, looks at what Bill Belichick and Tom Brady have done together with the New England Patriots and marvels....

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Tiger Woods in Dubai, all the fans are in Phoenix

No player attracts a larger audience than Tiger Woods....

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Beyond politicians: Goofy Super Bowl bets

BOSTON (AP) -- Mayors and governors long have made friendly wagers over Super Bowls, usually putting up a crate of local delicacies against whatever goodies the opposing team's home is famous for....

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AP PHOTOS: Women demand Cuba support 1st female boxing team

HAVANA (AP) -- Cuban men have won more Olympic boxing medals than fighters from any other country. Now a group of up-and-coming female boxers on the island have their eyes on the gold....

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Alabama could top team recruiting rankings once again

Alabama is attempting to hold off Ohio State and top the team recruiting rankings once again as prospects across the country finalize their college decisions in a Signing Day featuring less suspense than usual....

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Alabama could top team recruiting rankings once again

Alabama is attempting to hold off Ohio State and top the team recruiting rankings once again as prospects across the country finalize their college decisions in a Signing Day featuring less suspense than usual....

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'Bama brothers Hightower, Upshaw ready for Super Bowl duel

HOUSTON (AP) -- Football ties run deep in the South....

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Freeney has a chance to go out on top with Atlanta Falcons

HOUSTON (AP) -- Dwight Freeney is coming up on that time of year when he has to answer some hard questions....

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Former Cards exec said to accuse Astros in hacking case

NEW YORK (AP) -- A statement on a Twitter account attributed to a former Cardinals scouting executive convicted of hacking into the Astros' computer system said Houston had earlier "unauthorized access" into the St. Louis computer system....

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Rejuvenated rotation gives St. Louis hope in NL Central

ST. LOUIS (AP) -- Carlos Martinez has two hopes for this season, one for himself and one for the Cardinals....

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Lawsuit says NCAA, Riddell didn't educate on head injuries

The NCAA and helmet maker Riddell are defendants in separate class-action lawsuits alleging they failed to protect football players from long-term head injuries and didn't educate them about the risks....

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Alabama could be No. 1 in recruiting rankings once again

Alabama is on the verge of making history if it can stay a step ahead of Ohio State as top high school prospects finalize their college decisions Wednesday on national Signing Day, which will h have less suspense than usual....

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No. 3 Kansas focused on No. 2 Baylor, not distractions

LAWRENCE, Kan. (AP) -- The one place Kansas guard Frank Mason III and his teammates can find a reprieve these days seems to be the basketball court, where the third-ranked Jayhawks can be defined only by their play....

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Tiger's travail: young crop of stars complicates his task

SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Small details from Torrey Pines paint a much larger picture of the PGA Tour....

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IAAF: Ex-Coe aide lied over payment, can still work in sport

LONDON (AP) -- IAAF President Sebastian Coe's former right-hand man was expelled from athletics' governing body on Tuesday after admitting to concealing cash payments during the scandal-plagued previous administration. But Nick Davies was cleared of corruption and allowed to continue working in athletics and at IAAF events....

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Famous San Francisco baseball bar to close, future uncertain

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) -- San Francisco is girding for a legal showdown over one of its most beloved and now shuttering institutions: a baseball memorabilia bar in tourist-heavy Union Square named for legendary batter and city son Lefty O'Doul....

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Falcons hold media availability in skating rink

HOUSTON (AP) -- The Atlanta Falcons' media availability Tuesday is not being held at a stadium or arena or even in a hotel ballroom....

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North America mulls soccer World Cup bid in the Trump era

GENEVA (AP) -- When Donald Trump was just a presidential candidate, there was a belief in soccer that the United States, Mexico and Canada would be a strong choice to team up for a North American bid to host the 2026 World Cup....

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Retired Air Force sergeant to host Super Bowl radio show

HOUSTON (AP) -- Bernard Edwards spent the past 16 years as an Air Force surgical operations manager, leading and training more than 300 medics and caregivers and aiding surgeons serving in the military....

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Most 5-star recruits are committed heading into signing day

This season's five-star college football recruits are a committed group....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:12 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2knPQuK

Garcia gives fan his wish after 206-day Twitter campaign

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) -- For more than 200 days, Spanish golfer Sergio Garcia was the subject of a relentless Twitter campaign from one of his big fans....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:26 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2knAKFW

Lawsuit says NCAA, Riddell didn't educate on head injuries

The NCAA and helmet maker Riddell are named as defendants in separate class-action lawsuits alleging they failed to protect football players from long-term head injuries and didn't educate them about the risks....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:26 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kM7Xsh

LeBron calls Barkley "a hater" fires back at TV commentator

CLEVELAND (AP) -- LeBron James is done bowing to Sir Charles....

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LeBron James labels Charles Barkley 'a hater' for criticism

DALLAS (AP) -- LeBron James has apparently had enough of Charles Barkley's criticism....

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Casino mogul Adelson pulls out of Raiders-Vegas stadium deal

LAS VEGAS (AP) -- Billionaire casino mogul Sheldon Adelson pulled out of a deal Monday to build a $1.9 billion domed stadium for the Oakland Raiders in Las Vegas....

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Only on AP: Falcons worried about handling of painkillers

An email chain released in court shows Atlanta Falcons officials in 2010 were worried about the team's "excessive" reliance on painkillers to treat players and the potential embarrassment that could cause....

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

понедельник, 30 января 2017 г.

Patriots owner Kraft pulls some punches, throws others

HOUSTON (AP) -- Robert Kraft is pulling his punches over "Deflategate."...

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Some Baylor assistants finding jobs and mixed reactions

AUSTIN, Texas (AP) -- Former Baylor coach Art Briles conceded months ago that the sexual assault scandal that led to his firing likely ended his career....

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Some Baylor assistants finding jobs and mixed reactions

AUSTIN, Texas (AP) -- Former Baylor coach Art Briles conceded months ago that the sexual assault scandal that led to his firing likely ended his career....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:18 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kbk6a8

No. 2 Baylor, No. 3 Kansas headline week ahead in AP Top 25

RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) -- Kansas didn't get long to savor a win at Kentucky, not with another top-five matchup looming to headline this week's schedule for AP Top 25 teams....

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Bourque, hockey's 'Crash Davis,' appreciates AHL greatness

ALLENTOWN, Pa. (AP) -- Chris Bourque was a young man in a hurry....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:02 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jOl262

Famous San Francisco baseball bar to close, future uncertain

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) -- San Francisco is girding for a legal showdown over one of its most beloved and now shuttering institutions: a baseball memorabilia bar in tourist-heavy Union Square named for legendary batter and city son Lefty O'Doul....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:02 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2klzV0I

Breanna Stewart inspired after joining first protest at LAX

NEW YORK (AP) -- Breanna Stewart didn't think twice about heading to Los Angeles International Airport on Sunday night to join the protest against President Donald Trump's travel ban, which bars citizens of seven predominantly Muslim nations from entering the U.S....

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Super Bowl opening night a bit more tame than usual

HOUSTON (AP) -- A man traipsing around Monday's Super Bowl opening night in a full-length gown declaring himself "The Empress of Austria, Elizabeth I" was the most outrageous guest at what was a rather tame media night compared to the circus this event has been in the past....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:56 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kb8i7R

Tatum, Allen lead No. 21 Duke past No. 20 Notre Dame 84-74

SOUTH BEND, Ind. (AP) -- Jayson Tatum had 19 points and a career-high 14 rebounds, Grayson Allen scored 21 points and No. 21 Duke beat No. 20 Notre Dame 84-74 on Monday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:27 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kMhmTZ

Tatum, Allen lead No. 21 Duke past No. 20 Notre Dame

SOUTH BEND, Ind. (AP) -- Jayson Tatum had 19 points and a career-high 14 rebounds, Grayson Allen scored 21 points and No. 21 Duke beat No. 20 Notre Dame 84-74 on Monday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:25 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/1JKf3nl

USOC: Foreign athletes to get expedited access to US events

DENVER (AP) -- The U.S. government has told the U.S. Olympic Committee that the travel ban put in place over the weekend shouldn't impact athletes traveling to the United States for international events....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:25 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2joAVkL

The Latest: Fans get media night seats by first base

HOUSTON (AP) -- The Latest on the Super Bowl (all times local):...

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Nared leads Tennessee to 76-74 win over No. 4 Gamecocks

Jamie Nared had a career high 27 points including two tie-breaking free throws with 5.9 seconds left to help Tennessee end No. 4 South Carolina's 29-game home win streak in the Southeastern Conference with a 76-74 victory Monday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 8:20 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kIVx4f

USOC: Foreign athletes to get expedited access to US events

DENVER (AP) -- The U.S. government has told the U.S. Olympic Committee that the travel ban put in place over the weekend shouldn't impact athletes traveling to the United States for international events....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:06 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jMJ8ha

Gonzaga moves to No. 1 for second time in school history

Being the top-ranked team in the country was new to Gonzaga in 2013. The Zags were considered one of the best teams in the West and had a long string of NCAA Tournament appearances, but going to No. 1 carried with it a new level of expectations....

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APNewsBreak: Hardy applies for independent Spring League

Former Dallas Cowboys defensive end Greg Hardy has submitted an application to play in an independent football league in April, a person with knowledge of the situation tells The Associated Press....

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APNewsBreak: Hardy applies for independent Spring League

Former Dallas Cowboys defensive end Greg Hardy has submitted an application to play in an independent football league in April, a person with knowledge of the situation tells The Associated Press....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:33 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jP3AM4

Liberty acquire Vaughn and Hartley as part of 3-team trade

NEW YORK (AP) -- Bria Hartley made a replica New York Liberty jersey when she was 12 after attending one of their games at Madison Square Garden....

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Jayhawks' Bragg charged in drug possession case

LAWRENCE, Kan. (AP) -- Kansas forward Carlton Bragg has been charged with possession of drug paraphernalia and remained suspended indefinitely Monday from the third-ranked Jayhawks....

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In enemy territory, nary a bad word about Falcons QB Ryan

BOSTON (AP) -- The enemies list is long in New England, and it grows with each tweet that dares to doubt Tom Brady's supremacy or call coach Bill Belichick a cheater....

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3 new breeds are ready to run with Westminster dog show pack

NEW YORK (AP) -- A winsome but hardworking Hungarian herding dog, an ancient African hound and a playful, fur-free terrier are about to get their first shot at the most famous U.S. canine championship....

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Dallas coach honored as NFL's top high school coach

HOUSTON (AP) -- The Latest on the Super Bowl (all times local):...

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Cardinals lose top 2 picks, must pay Astros $2M for hacking

NEW YORK (AP) -- Major League Baseball has ordered the St. Louis Cardinals to forfeit their top two picks in this year's amateur draft and pay Houston $2 million as compensation for hacking the Astros email system and scouting database....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:24 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jOkdYt

Rolling Northwestern dreaming of 1st NCAA Tournament berth

EVANSTON, Ill. (AP) -- Bryant McIntosh is close enough he can see it when he closes his eyes. They all can, up and down the coaching staff and throughout the roster. With every 3-pointer, every shutdown performance, they move one step closer to the sweetest of uncharted territory for Northwestern....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:02 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jOnCGI

2 US basketball players hope to return to team in Iran

The agent for two Americans who play professional basketball in Iran hopes they will be able to return to the country to finish their season....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:50 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jvV180

Blank's approach made 'Inflategate' a blip on Falcons' radar

ATLANTA (AP) -- The "Deflategate" scandal has hovered over the Patriots for parts of three seasons, thanks to appeals of Tom Brady's four-game suspension, finally served at the beginning of this season....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:35 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kL0cpG

Houston mayor says protests won't hurt Super Bowl activities

HOUSTON (AP) -- Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner says demonstrations during Super Bowl week won't prevent fans from having a good time....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:22 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kH86NL

US wrestlers planning to travel to Iran despite travel ban

The executive director of USA Wrestling says the American team still plans to compete in an upcoming tournament in Iran, one of seven countries singled out by President Donald Trump's 90-day ban on travel to the U.S....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:10 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kMwBbv

UConn still No. 1 in AP women's hoops poll

NEW YORK (AP) -- UConn still sits at No. 1 in The Associated Press women's basketball poll Monday after cruising to two more easy victories....

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Kevin Love's back problem could be big pain for Cavs

CLEVELAND (AP) -- Kevin Love's back flared up just when things were starting to calm down for the Cavaliers....

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Rafael Nadal out of Davis Cup after grueling Australian Open

MADRID (AP) -- Rafael Nadal is taking some time off after his Australian Open final loss to Roget Federer....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:12 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jNYa40

Gonzaga moves to No. 1 for second time in school history

Gonzaga, the last unbeaten team in Division I, moved to No. 1 in The Associated Press college basketball poll for the second time in school history....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:12 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jLcEnR

Kevin Love's back problem gives Cavs another issue to handle

CLEVELAND (AP) -- Kevin Love's back flared up just when things were starting to calm down for the Cavaliers....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:12 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jLkRIv

ESPN's Sage Steele criticizes protesters for flight delays

LOS ANGELES (AP) -- An ESPN anchor who vented about missing her flight because of airport immigration protesters is drawing criticism from people who say she is being insensitive....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:56 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jL9uR1

Giannis blossoms into playmaking All-Star for Bucks

MILWAUKEE (AP) -- As Giannis Antetokounmpo read the defense at the top of the lane, towering over his defender, John Hammond couldn't help but think of another tall, dynamic ball-handler....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:46 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jvvFqK

More life yet in Federer's dancing feet after major No. 18

Roger Federer needed his exhausted legs for one last big effort Sunday night - going out dancing to celebrate his remarkable 18th Grand Slam title at the Australian Open....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:07 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jMmF1y

воскресенье, 29 января 2017 г.

Column: A preview of things to expect during Super Bowl week

There have been 50 of these already, making this Super Bowl LI in the roman numerals the NFL uses to make sure no one forgets just how important the game really is....

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Belichick has quite a fan in Minnesota's Thibodeau

Tom Thibodeau has won an NBA championship with the Boston Celtics, a gold medal with Team USA and been hired to take over the Minnesota Timberwolves and remake them to fit a vision he has carefully honed over the last two decades....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:00 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/Kwu6Hq

NHL luminaries praise All-Star Game's 3-on-3 format

LOS ANGELES (AP) -- When it comes to the NHL All-Star Game, less is definitely more....

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Federer savors unexpected title over long-time rival Nadal

MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) -- Roger Federer always believed he had more Grand Slam titles left in him....

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AFC holds on to defeat NFC 20-13 in Pro Bowl

ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) -- The Pro Bowl has long been more about showmanship than competition. Clearly, that memo missed Lorenzo Alexander....

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Warriors coach derides Trump administration's travel ban

PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) -- Warriors coach Steve Kerr expressed dismay over President Donald Trump's executive order that bans citizens of seven majority Muslim countries from entering the United States....

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AFC holds on to defeat NFC 20-13 in Pro Bowl

ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) -- Andy Dalton completed 10 of 12 passes for 100 yards and engineered two scoring drives to help lead the AFC to a 20-13 victory over the NFC in the Pro Bowl on Sunday night....

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AFC holds on to defeat NFC 20-13 in Pro Bowl

ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) -- Andy Dalton completed 10 of 12 passes for 100 yards and engineered two scoring drives to help lead the AFC to a 20-13 victory over the NFC in the Pro Bowl on Sunday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:37 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/KJfWUb

The Latest: AFC leads 14-7 at halftime of spirited Pro Bowl

ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) -- The Latest on the Pro Bowl (all times local):...

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49ers make surprise hire of John Lynch as general manager

SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) -- The San Francisco 49ers have hired former NFL safety and Fox broadcaster John Lynch to be their general manager....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:02 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jLPwDj

The Latest: Pro Bowl kicks off, NFC goes 3-and-out

ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) -- The Latest on the Pro Bowl (all times local):...

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Irving, LeBron pace Cavs over OKC as Love's back flares up

CLEVELAND (AP) -- LeBron James sang and danced while dressing at his locker to New Edition's "Can You Stand The Rain" following Sunday's win....

from AP Top Sports News at 8:10 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/1BbfvEQ

Colts hire Kansas City's Ballard as general manager

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- Indianapolis Colts owner Jim Irsay is turning to another first-time general manager to get his franchise back on track....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:29 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2khiy0r

Simmonds, Gretzky engineer Metropolitans' All-Star Game win

LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Wayne Simmonds scored the tiebreaking goal with 4:58 to play, and fill-in coach Wayne Gretzky led the Metropolitan Division to a 4-3 victory over the Pacific Division on Sunday in the final match of the revamped NHL All-Star Game....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:08 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jH9IIM

Millsap, Hawks outlast Anthony, Knicks 142-139 in 4 OTs

ATLANTA (AP) -- Paul Millsap had a season-high 37 points, including the go-ahead layup with 27 seconds remaining in the fourth overtime, and the Atlanta Hawks overcame Carmelo Anthony's season-high 45 points to outlast the short-handed New York Knicks 142-139 on Sunday....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:06 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jHiHtv

Colts hire Kansas City's Ballard as general manager

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- The Indianapolis Colts have hired Chris Ballard as general manager....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:06 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kJbfMc

Simmonds, Gretzky engineer Metropolitans' All-Star Game win

LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Wayne Simmonds scored the tiebreaking goal with 4:58 to play, and fill-in coach Wayne Gretzky led the Metropolitan Division to a 4-3 victory over the Pacific Division on Sunday in the final match of the revamped NHL All-Star Game....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:06 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/1sQYyPS

Irving, LeBron pace Cavs to 107-91 win over Thunder

CLEVELAND (AP) -- Kyrie Irving scored 29 points, LeBron James had 25 and 14 rebounds and the Cleveland Cavaliers played one of their better all-around games in weeks, beating Russell Westbrook and the Oklahoma City Thunder 107-91 on Sunday....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:06 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kIb6fR

Jeff Gordon joins exclusive club with Rolex 24 victory

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) -- Jeff Gordon's latest racing accomplishment won't take up much room in his expansive trophy case....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:06 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kIP20v

DiVincenzo beats buzzer as No. 1 Nova

PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- Josh Hart was on his back, saw the basketball rest on the rim and wondered how it got there as 20,000 frenzied fans held their breath....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:09 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kCTv5K

Atlanta Falcons' brotherhood starts with a little white ball

FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. (AP) -- For the Atlanta Falcons, brotherhood begins at three pingpong tables in the middle of the locker room....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:09 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jGQvGU

Gonzaga possibly on the verge of second No. 1 ranking

The week in college basketball started with three of the top four teams in The AP Top 25 losing by Wednesday. The hits to ranked teams kept coming, leading to what's sure to be a major upheaval in Monday's poll....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:50 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2gPDRS7

Fans calling plays? New indoor football team giving it a try

DALLAS (AP) -- William McCarthy, chosen by fans to coach the Salt Lake Screaming Eagles of the Indoor Football League, will soon be calling plays for the expansion franchise by waiting for a majority vote over a matter of seconds from many of those same people....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:45 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2k6AdWE

DiVicenzo beats buzzer as No. 1 Nova

PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- Donte DiVicenzo beat the buzzer on a tip-in to lead No. 1 Villanova to a 61-59 win over No. 12 Virginia on Sunday....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:27 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kCsAHm

Super Bowl in 8 languages for satellite radio subscribers

HOUSTON (AP) -- Football fans in the United States can listen to the Super Bowl in eight languages next Sunday....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:27 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jsO086

Bold move lands Wayne Taylor Racing, Gordon, Rolex watches

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) -- Ricky Taylor used a gutsy move to fiercely grab a victory in the Rolex 24 at Daytona that had seemingly slipped out of reach....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:07 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kIjnfU

Bennett defines his own 'Patriot Way' en route to Super Bowl

FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) -- If Martellus Bennett had his way, people would live in his world....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:23 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kIiCDF

Atlanta Falcons' brotherhood starts with a little white ball

FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. (AP) -- For the Atlanta Falcons, brotherhood begins at three pingpong tables in the middle of the locker room....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:33 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kC9vEY

Sidelined Gronk still easy to find

HOUSTON (AP) -- While his Patriots teammates are dealing with the business of trying to win another Super Bowl, Rob Gronkowski is handling business of another sort....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:02 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kId7oj

NFL, legal future for Bengals' Jones under review

CINCINNATI (AP) -- Bengals cornerback Adam "Pacman" Jones is trying to prove to those who will determine his future that he's making up for his latest mistakes in a career marked by legal troubles....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:48 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kdnfpC

Fans calling plays? New indoor football team giving it a try

DALLAS (AP) -- William McCarthy, chosen by fans to coach the Salt Lake Screaming Eagles of the Indoor Football League, will soon be calling plays for the expansion franchise by waiting for a majority vote over a matter of seconds from many of those same people....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:41 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kHYbXh

Bergsma unbeatable in women's 1000 at speedskating World Cup

BERLIN (AP) -- American skater Heather Bergsma claimed her fifth win from five in the women's 1000, while Ruslan Murashov won the second men's 500 at a speedskating World Cup on Sunday....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:49 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jjqnUj

Iversen, Bjoergen win in cross-country ski World Cup

FALUN, Sweden (AP) -- Norway dominated Sunday's action in the cross-country skiing World Cup as Emil Iversen and Marit Bjoergen won men's and women's mass start races....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:40 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jKBJg0

Healthy and confident Nadal hoping for resurgent season

MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) -- Rafael Nadal has become used to making comebacks in an injury-ravaged career. This last one, though, may be the most unexpected - and satisfying....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:29 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kBvT1m

Somalia-born Farah troubled by Trump's travel ban

LONDON (AP) -- Four-time Olympic champion Mo Farah says U.S. President Donald Trump's immigration policy "seems to have made me an alien" and fears he may not be able to return to his U.S. home....

from AP Top Sports News at 8:57 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kgu4tr

Stuhec wins super-G as Gut crashes; Shiffrin 4th, Vonn 12th

CORTINA D'AMPEZZO, Italy (AP) -- Ilka Stuhec of Slovenia took advantage of bib No. 1 to win the first super-G of her career Sunday while defending overall World Cup champion Lara Gut crashed....

from AP Top Sports News at 8:01 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/O5Ubj1

Pinturault leads Hirscher by 0.09 seconds in giant slalom

GARMISCH-PARTENKIRCHEN, Germany (AP) -- Alexis Pinturault is on course for his 10th World Cup giant slalom victory with a narrow lead over Marcel Hirscher in Sunday's race....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:30 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/1iNjUdD

суббота, 28 января 2017 г.

Spears, Cabal win mixed doubles, continue 30s theme in Oz

MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) -- Abigail Spears played her part at the Australian Open "30-fun" party by winning the mixed doubles title....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:55 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kAxXa2

Mayweather: Fight against McGregor "can happen"

LAS VEGAS (AP) -- Floyd Mayweather Jr. says facing UFC star Conor McGregor in a boxing ring "can happen" and is something that would "give the fans what they want to see."...

from AP Top Sports News at 1:27 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jDHFtH

Mayweather: Fight against McGregor "can happen"

LAS VEGAS (AP) -- Floyd Mayweather Jr. says facing UFC star Conor McGregor in a boxing ring "can happen" and is something that would "give the fans what they want to see."...

from AP Top Sports News at 1:06 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kGuoye

No. 3 Gonzaga poised for top spot after thumping Pepperdine

MALIBU, Calif. (AP) -- Przemek Karnowski scored 16 points and Silas Melson had 15, helping No. 3 Gonzaga easily roll past Pepperdine 96-49 on Saturday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:13 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/1zlOJ0L

Colorado beats No. 10 Oregon 74-65, ends Ducks' streak at 17

BOULDER, Colo. (AP) -- Derrick White scored 17 of his 23 points in the second half, keying Colorado's 74-65 upset of No. 10 Oregon that snapped the Ducks' 17-game winning streak on Saturday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:52 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jDmvMn

Curry's 43, halfcourt shot help Warriors top Clippers 144-98

OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) -- Stephen Curry scored 25 of his 43 points in the third quarter following his first halfcourt buzzer-beater of the season at the end of the first half to lead the Golden State Warriors to their ninth win in 10 games, 144-98 over the Los Angeles Clippers on Saturday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:59 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jDiebP

Curry's 43, halfcourt shot help Warriors top Clippers 144-98

OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) -- Stephen Curry scored 25 of his 43 points in the third quarter following his first halfcourt buzzer-beater of the season at the end of the first half to lead the Golden State Warriors to their ninth win in 10 games, 144-98 over the Los Angeles Clippers on Saturday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:54 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/1f9oe5W

Big goalie, little kid dominate All-Star Skills Competition

LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Big Mike Smith and little Ryker Kesler stole the show at the NHL All-Star Skills Competition....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:39 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kGeCmV

Big goalie, little kid dominate All-Star Skills Competition

LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Big Mike Smith and little Ryker Kesler stole the show at the NHL All-Star Skills Competition....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:37 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2k4LsyN

No. 2 Kansas rallies past No. 4 Kentucky 79-73 in Challenge

LEXINGTON, Ky. (AP) -- Frank Mason III scored 21 points, Josh Jackson had 20 points and a pair of big 3-pointers and No. 2 Kansas rallied past No. 4 Kentucky 79-73 on Saturday night in the SEC/Big 12 Challenge....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:02 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jCOKLe

No. 2 Kansas rallies past No. 4 Kentucky 79-73 in Challenge

LEXINGTON, Ky. (AP) -- Frank Mason III scored 21 points, Josh Jackson had 20 points and a pair of big 3-pointers and No. 2 Kansas rallied past No. 4 Kentucky 79-73 on Saturday night in the SEC/Big 12 Challenge....

from AP Top Sports News at 8:42 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jqIKBN

Brandt Snedeker, Patrick Rodgers tied for lead at Torrey

SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Already a two-time winner at Torrey Pines, having a share of the lead is exactly where Brandt Snedeker wanted to be Saturday....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:52 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2k7xjTC

Justin Bieber gets hit, bounces back in celeb hockey game

LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Justin Bieber got a taste of NHL hockey and the Staples Center glass Saturday, courtesy of NHL great Chris Pronger....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:35 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jJ3jui

Long's bet on Patriots pays off in vet's 1st Super Bowl trip

FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) -- There was a time when Chris Long didn't think this opportunity would ever come....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:24 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jJ2Kka

Stacy Lewis, Lexi Thompson share LPGA Tour lead

PARADISE ISLAND, Bahamas (AP) -- Stacy Lewis had two back-nine eagles Saturday in the LPGA Tour's season-opening Pure Silk Bahamas Classic to put herself in position again to end a long winless streak....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:11 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/1atA0Wv

Stacy Lewis, Lexi Thompson share LPGA Tour lead

PARADISE ISLAND, Bahamas (AP) -- Stacy Lewis had two back-nine eagles Saturday in the LPGA Tour's season-opening Pure Silk Bahamas Classic to put herself in position again to end a long winless streak....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:09 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2ebMfe3

Gordon struggled on restart then settled in for 24 hours

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) -- Yes, Jeff Gordon is kind of retired....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:09 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kz7lGa

Arrogate

HALLANDALE BEACH, Fla. (AP) -- Arrogate was barely running when he crossed the finish line in the $12 million Pegasus World Cup, and the same could be said for California Chrome....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:05 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2k6EEm9

Webb, Reynolds have strong connection in Senior Bowl win

MOBILE, Ala. (AP) -- Davis Webb looked for Josh Reynolds on his initial third-down play Saturday, found him again on his next pass and a third time for a long touchdown....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:05 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jCv75C

McCollum, Parsons engage in Twitter dustup after game

PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) -- Following the Trail Blazers' 112-109 victory over the Grizzlies, a Twitter skirmish broke out between Memphis forward Chandler Parsons and Portland guard CJ McCollum....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:41 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kFtndM

Patriots-Falcons, the latest case of trophy inequity

The New England Patriots are in the Super Bowl for the ninth time in the last 31 years, chasing their fifth championship next weekend in Houston....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:35 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jquRnb

Stacy Lewis, Lexi Thompson share LPGA Tour lead

PARADISE ISLAND, Bahamas (AP) -- Stacy Lewis had two back-nine eagles Saturday in the LPGA Tour's season-opening Pure Silk Bahamas Classic to again put herself in position to end a long winless streak....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:35 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2dmoJwq

NHL brass still leaning against Olympic shutdown next year

LOS ANGELES (AP) -- The NHL's top officials are still leaning against allowing the world's top hockey players to participate in the Pyeongchang Olympics next year....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:23 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kzaKVq

The Latest: Gordon gives up lead, gets comfy in Rolex 24

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) -- The Latest on the Rolex 24 at Daytona (all times local):...

from AP Top Sports News at 6:23 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kf3ZuM

Brandt Snedeker, Patrick Rodgers tied for lead at Torrey

SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Patrick Rodgers had a clean scorecard to match a picture-perfect day at Torrey Pines and shot a 5-under 67 to share the lead with defending champion Brandt Snedeker going into the final round of the Farmers Insurance Open....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:09 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kf9ZE1

Arrogate

HALLANDALE BEACH, Fla. (AP) -- Arrogate has beaten California Chrome again, winning the $12 million Pegasus World Cup on Saturday in his rival's last race before retirement....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:57 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jhniEh

Webb, South hold on for 16-15 win over North in Senior Bowl

MOBILE, Ala. (AP) -- California's Davis Webb directed scoring drives on all three of his possessions to lead the South to a 16-15 Senior Bowl victory Saturday over the North, which couldn't hit a final two-point attempt....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:39 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/1mYyazw

White, Gillon lead Syracuse past No. 6 FSU 82-72

SYRACUSE, N.Y. (AP) -- All of a sudden, Syracuse is showing signs of emerging from its struggles this season....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:16 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kFFQyb

No. 9 North Carolina outhustled by Miami, 77-62

CORAL GABLES, Fla. (AP) -- North Carolina coach Roy Williams' team trailed by double figures in the second half against Miami when there was a scramble for a rebound....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:54 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jqriNz

Benny Feilhaber among US vets getting 2nd chance under Arena

CARSON, Calif. (AP) -- Only a year ago, Benny Feilhaber thought he had no chance to get back in the good graces of Jurgen Klinsmann and the U.S. national team....

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

With Tortorella's dog ailing, Gretzky becomes All-Star coach

LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Wayne Gretzky will coach the Metropolitan Division team in the NHL All-Star Game on Sunday. He is replacing Columbus' John Tortorella, who is skipping the weekend festivities because one of his dogs is ailing....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:35 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2k45rgU

The Latest: Jeff Gordon in lead in Rolex 24 at Daytona

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) -- The Latest on the Rolex 24 at Daytona (all times local):...

from AP Top Sports News at 4:28 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kemsHr

Georgia Tech upsets Irish 62-60 as Okogie scores at buzzer

ATLANTA (AP) -- Georgia Tech keeps defying expectations in its first season under coach Josh Pastner....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:20 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kerwvj

UConn wins 95th straight with 91-42 romp over Houston

HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) -- By UConn standards, this was surely a slow start - trailing Houston four minutes into the game....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:11 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2k43L7p

Thousands turn out for A's FanFest that sparks positive vibe

OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) -- Seven free food trucks. Green and gold balloons strung over the waterfront walkway and a bouncy houses for kids. Complimentary zoo passes, dog toys and plenty of coffee. A picturesque, sunny winter day after weeks of heavy rain....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:07 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2k4aFtc

White, Gillon lead Syracuse past No. 6 FSU 82-72

SYRACUSE, N.Y. (AP) -- Andrew White scored 24 points, John Gillon had 21 points and matched his career high with 11 assists, and Syracuse upset No. 6 Florida State 82-72 Saturday....

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

Patriots-Falcons, the latest case of trophy inequity

The New England Patriots are in the Super Bowl for the ninth time in the last 31 years, chasing their fifth championship next weekend in Houston....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:59 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2k3TNTp

Brown's 30 helps Miami beat No. 9 North Carolina 77-62

CORAL GABLES, Fla. (AP) -- Freshman Bruce Brown needed only 11 shots to score a career-high 30 points, and the Miami Hurricanes deployed a swarming zone defense Saturday to upset the No. 9 North Carolina Tar Heels 77-62, ending their seven-game winning streak....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:59 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jhaIo9

Okogie scores at buzzer, Jackets upset Notre Dame 62-60

ATLANTA (AP) -- Josh Okogie made a fast-break layup as time expired, Tadric Jackson had a career-high 25 points and Georgia Tech earned another surprising victory over a ranked opponent, beating No. 14 Notre Dame 62-60 on Saturday....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:59 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2k42gpN

Super Bowl comes as Houston recovering from latest oil bust

HOUSTON (AP) -- In May 2013, when Houston was awarded the right to host this year's Super Bowl, the city's economy was booming as many of the oil and gas companies that call Houston home and have earned it the nickname "the energy capital of the world" were riding high on a wave of oil selling at more than $100 a barrel....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:59 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jh9x8m

Okogie scores at buzzer, Jackets upset Notre Dame 62-60

ATLANTA (AP) -- Josh Okogie scored a fastbreak layup as time expired, Tadric Jackson had a career-high 25 points and Georgia Tech earned another surprising victory over a ranked opponent, beating No. 14 Notre Dame 62-60 on Saturday....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:12 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kF2jvc

SUPER BOWL: Dan Quinn's task: matching up with Belichick

Seattle's defense had taken charge, and the Seahawks led the 2015 Super Bowl by 10 points....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:53 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kem0t0

Mascot makes the crowds cheer _ though he can't hear them

PORTLAND, Maine (AP) -- Kamron King's goal as the mascot at Portland High School is, of course, to make the crowds cheer - even though he can't hear them....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:10 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kxUT9R

Many Clouds, winner of 2015 Grand National, dies after race

LONDON (AP) -- Many Clouds, the winner of Britain's 2015 Grand National, has collapsed and died after winning a race at Cheltenham on Saturday....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:03 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jHZ16t

Venus' run to a Grand Slam final is victory in itself

MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) -- More than seven years after her last Grand Slam title match, Venus Williams would be forgiven for being a little nervous when she stepped inside Rod Laver Arena to face her sister, Serena, for the Australian Open championship....

from AP Top Sports News at 8:41 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kEsiyN

Vonn crashes again for 2nd straight day

CORTINA D'AMPEZZO, Italy (AP) -- Lindsey Vonn has crashed for the second straight day, and once again appears to have avoided serious injury....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:43 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/1tTgpCS

Wanna bet? Once gambling-shy NFL plans move to Vegas

Once upon a time, the thought of gambling on a pro football game brought gasps of indignation from the NFL offices. And swift action if it was a player who actually placed a bet....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:54 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jfOlQf

As Falcons return to big game, remembering the Dirty Birds

ATLANTA (AP) -- The last time the Atlanta Falcons made it to the Super Bowl, they put on quite a show....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:46 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kwUYe2

Nadal vs Federer: Dream final becomes reality in Australia

MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) -- As Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal won match after match at the Australian Open, making their unlikely way through opposite sides of the draw, tennis fans couldn't help but look ahead....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:20 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2joFMhi

пятница, 27 января 2017 г.

Goran Dragic leads Heat to 6th straight, 100-88 over Bulls

CHICAGO (AP) -- The mantra of every struggling team is to keep working and things will eventually turn around....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:54 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/1cnVJQd

The NHL 100: Hockey's greatest players honored in centennial

LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Wayne Gretzky, Mario Lemieux and Bobby Orr were among the easiest choices for The NHL 100, the group of enduring superstars chosen and honored by the league Friday night as the best players in hockey history....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:23 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jyMunW

Harden scores 51 to lead Rockets past Embiid, 76ers

PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- James Harden scored 51 points and added 13 rebounds and 13 assists to lead the Houston Rockets to a 123-118 victory over Joel Embiid and the Philadelphia 76ers on Friday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:54 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kDupqw

Goran Dragic leads Heat to 6th straight, 100-88 over Bulls

CHICAGO (AP) -- Goran Dragic had 26 points and 11 assists, Willie Reed scored 20 points and Dion Waiters added 19 to lead the Miami Heat to their sixth straight win Friday night, a 100-88 victory over the bickering Chicago Bulls....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:27 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2gymBmH

Former NL Cy Young winner Randy Jones has throat cancer

SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Randy Jones, the San Diego Padres' first Cy Young Award winner, is fighting throat cancer linked to tobacco use during his baseball career....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:16 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2joeHKS

James, Irving help Cavs break losing streak, beat Nets

CLEVELAND (AP) -- LeBron James scored 31 points, Kyrie Irving added 28 and the Cleveland Cavaliers ended a turbulent week with a 124-116 victory over the Brooklyn Nets on Friday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:51 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/1xzCsAD

After new rape lawsuit, Baylor says made 'great progress'

WACO, Texas (AP) -- A former Baylor University student who says she was raped by two football players filed a federal lawsuit Friday against the school that alleges there were dozens more assaults of women involving other players....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:22 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jyNwR7

Rose takes the lead as Tiger leaves early

SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Justin Rose already achieved what he wanted Friday in the Farmers Insurance Open. One last birdie for the lead made the day a little bit better...

from AP Top Sports News at 8:22 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/1yIUHDU

Welcome to Hockeywood: NHL All-Stars converge for LA party

LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Sidney Crosby only took a few steps into the lobby of his downtown Los Angeles hotel Friday before he was besieged by a bevy of sprinting fans. The Pittsburgh Penguins captain signed what he could and slipped away....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:25 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kvBnLd

No Bull: Wade, Butler benched for comments critical of team

CHICAGO (AP) -- Dwyane Wade and Jimmy Butler were dropped from the Chicago Bulls' starting lineup Friday night against the Miami Heat - Wade's former team - as punishment for postgame comments questioning the their teammates' desire following a loss....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:15 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kvEnav

A short return and a missed cut for Tiger Woods

SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Tiger Woods returned to the PGA Tour after 17 months and lasted only two days....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:57 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2fJ1o9n

Former Baylor student files new lawsuit alleging rape

WACO, Texas (AP) -- A former Baylor University student who says she was raped by two football players has filed a federal lawsuit against the school that alleges there were dozens more assaults involving other women and players....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:29 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2fOwaPv

The fabulous freshmen: Talented and prepared

PHOENIX (AP) -- From Lonzo Ball and Markelle Fultz out West to Dennis Smith Jr. and Kentucky's future NBAers back East, the players who will likely be one and done have dominated the college basketball spotlight....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:03 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kCVwlw

Super Bowl ticket prices down and could drop even more

HOUSTON (AP) -- Looking for a ticket to Super Bowl 51 in Houston on Feb. 5?...

from AP Top Sports News at 5:52 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kcoCrj

SUPER BOWL: Quinn must match up with Belichick

Seattle's defense had taken charge, and the Seahawks led the 2015 Super Bowl by 10 points....

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

A short return and a missed cut for Tiger Woods

SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Tiger Woods returned to the PGA Tour after 17 months and lasted only two days....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:25 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jGjmJ0

Puerto Rico celebrates new Hall of Famer Ivan Rodriguez

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) -- Students shouted "Ivan! Ivan! Ivan!" as Ivan Rodriguez visited his former elementary school on Friday, part of a three-day celebration Puerto Rico planned for the newly elected Hall of Fame catcher....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:25 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kbmD6n

No Bull: Wade, Butler, Rondo stand ground on strong comments

CHICAGO (AP) -- Dwyane Wade and Jimmy Butler weren't backing down after questioning the Chicago Bulls' desire. Rajon Rondo wasn't issuing any retractions for firing back at them....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:50 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2k1wZUq

Erin Hamlin 'pretty stoked' after another luge world title

When Erin Hamlin won her first world luge championship, someone in her bursting-with-pride hometown decided it would be fitting to name an ice cream sundae in her honor....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:51 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kb3rpq

Top D (Patriots) usually beats top O (Falcons) in Super Bowl

Joe Theismann knows how it feels to bring the NFL's most prolific offense into the Super Bowl and leave with a loss....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:41 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kuRoRj

Column: As Falcons head to Super Bowl, remember Mike Smith

ATLANTA (AP) -- Mike Smith never made it to the Super Bowl with the Atlanta Falcons....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:26 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jnlJzG

Freeman, Butler to have cleat-off before Super Bowl

HOUSTON (AP) -- Devonta Freeman and Malcolm Butler are opening competition before they even meet in the Super Bowl....

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

No Bull: Wade, Butler, Rondo stand ground on strong comments

CHICAGO (AP) -- Dwyane Wade and Jimmy Butler aren't backing down after questioning the Chicago Bulls' desire, and Rajon Rondo isn't issuing any retractions for firing back at them....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:07 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jy2zu5

Louisiana Tech's Boykins, UAB's Baxter suspended for fight

IRVING, Texas (AP) -- Conference USA says Louisiana Tech's Jacobi Boykins and UAB's Hakeem Baxter are suspended one game for fighting in the benches-clearing mayhem that led to multiple ejections from Thursday's game....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:07 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jxWKgs

Freeman, Butler to have cleat-off before Super Bowl

HOUSTON (AP) -- Malcolm Butler are opening competition before they even meet in the Super Bowl....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:07 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jnljJv

Royals gather in private to remember, celebrate Ventura

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) -- The Kansas City Royals gathered together Friday to celebrate the life of pitcher Yordano Ventura, who died Sunday in a car accident in the Dominican Republic....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:52 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kaSNyN

A look at past Super Bowls between teams with top O, top D

This year's Super Bowl will be the seventh in history that pits the highest-scoring team in the regular season (Atlanta Falcons) against the team that allowed the fewest points (New England Patriots)....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:38 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kBLgWT

Matchups for the Falcons-Patriots Super Bowl

HOUSTON (AP) -- Matchups for the Super Bowl between the Atlanta Falcons (13-5) and New England Patriots (16-2) in Houston:...

from AP Top Sports News at 1:23 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jmTT6M

Arsenal manager Wenger banned from touchline for 4 games

LONDON (AP) -- The English Football Association has banned Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger from the touchline for four matches after an altercation with a match official....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:16 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2k101n6

Ex-NC State basketball star Charles Shackleford found dead

KINSTON, N.C. (AP) -- Police in North Carolina say former North Carolina State basketball star Charles Shackleford has been found dead in his home. He was 50....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:05 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jmU1De

Kansas' Bragg suspended for team rules violation

LAWRENCE, Kan. (AP) -- Kansas forward Carlton Bragg has been suspended indefinitely for a violation of team rules....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:52 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jxwDpZ

Kansas' Bragg suspended for team rules violation

LAWRENCE, Kan. (AP) -- Kansas forward Carlton Bragg has been suspended indefinitely for a violation of team rules....

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

Ganong wins downhill race overshadowed by crashes, injuries

GARMISCH-PARTENKIRCHEN, Germany (AP) -- Travis Ganong won a men's World Cup downhill race Friday, with American teammate Steven Nyman and French skier Valentin Giraud Moine both airlifted to the hospital with serious injuries....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:41 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/Mak1l2

Dimitrov seeing only positives in Australian Open loss

MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) -- Grigor Dimitrov may have come up agonizingly short of making his first Grand Slam final, but he's looking at the bright side....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:29 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jmB7fA

Recruiting reforms could bring end to signing day circus

The first Wednesday of February in college football has become a celebration of hat-picking suspense and hopeful speculation. Schools use national signing day to excite their fans, market the program and impress future recruits with a flashy welcome....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:20 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kbuwJr

Thunder F Kanter fractures forearm punching a chair

OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) -- Oklahoma City forward Enes Kanter is out indefinitely after fracturing his right forearm punching a chair Thursday night during the Thunder's victory over the Dallas Mavericks....

from AP Top Sports News at 8:57 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kaXHw0

UAB wins brawl-filled battle with Louisiana Tech, 79-70

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) -- Dirk Williams scored 17 points and Alabama-Birmingham beat Louisiana Tech, 79-70 in a Conference USA game marred by a benches-clearing brawl that resulted in the Bulldogs finishing the game with just four players Thursday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 8:57 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jm6LtJ

Thunder F Kanter fractures forearm punching a chair

OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) -- Oklahoma City forward Enes Kanter is out indefinitely after fracturing his right forearm punching a chair Thursday night during the Thunder's victory over the Dallas Mavericks....

from AP Top Sports News at 8:55 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jYRDo6

American basketball player OK after eye pops out of socket

AUCKLAND, New Zealand (AP) -- An American basketball player's eye popped out of its socket after he was poked in the face while going for a rebound during a game in New Zealand....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:19 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kABVCC

Vonn avoids more serious injury in downhill training crash

CORTINA D'AMPEZZO, Italy (AP) -- Lindsey Vonn has avoided more serious injury after falling during World Cup downhill training....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:41 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2k91ABi

American basketball player OK after eye pops out of socket

AUCKLAND, New Zealand (AP) -- An American basketball player's eye popped out of its socket after he was poked in the face while going for a rebound during a game in New Zealand....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:33 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jwBwQ1

Serena, Venus say all-Williams Aussie final is a win-win

MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) -- When a euphoric Venus Williams picked up the pace of her celebratory pirouette and the crowd responded with thunderous applause, Serena Williams waited quietly in the adjacent corridor for the buzz to subside....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:53 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jE6C5D

California once again on center stage with NFL on the move

America's most popular sport is in the midst of its greatest migration since the mid-1990s. In a little over a year, three NFL franchises have moved , announced a resettlement or filed paperwork seeking to reloc...

from AP Top Sports News at 3:27 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jlrv4B

Political football: For some, Super Bowl reflects US divide

BOSTON (AP) -- Not even the Super Bowl is immune to America's deep political divisions....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:01 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jXNyR5

четверг, 26 января 2017 г.

California once again on center stage with NFL on the move

America's most popular sport is in the midst of its greatest migration since the mid-1990s. In a little over a year, three NFL franchises have moved , announced a resettlement or filed paperwork seeking to reloc...

from AP Top Sports News at 2:50 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2krWiP1

Panthers in freefall during bumpy first year for Stallings

PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Kevin Stallings and Scott Barnes took turns standing at the dais plopped down near center court inside the Petersen Events Center last March ticking off the reasons - well, reason, mainly - Stallings left Vanderbilt after 17 years to become the head coach at Pittsburgh....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:50 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2k8ERFI

Panthers in freefall during bumpy first year for Stallings

PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Kevin Stallings and Scott Barnes took turns standing at the dais plopped down near center court inside the Petersen Events Center last March ticking off the reasons - well, reason, mainly - Stallings left Vanderbilt after 17 years to become the head coach at Pittsburgh....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:42 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kzKABk

Early returns mixed for familiar first-year coaches

The coaching carousel is a rite of late spring in college basketball, a chance for the next hot young coach to cash in on an unexpected March run or for more established faces to get a second (or third, or fourth) shot at turning around a floundering program....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:35 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2krKcpd

Long, storied history behind the footballs of the NFL

Skip Horween's great-grandmother wanted nothing to do with football....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:55 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jaCL8S

Westbrook scores 45 points, Thunder beat short-handed Mavs

OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) -- Russell Westbrook scored 45 points to help the Oklahoma City Thunder beat the short-handed Dallas Mavericks 109-98 on Thursday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:41 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/1xBfLRN

Tiger returns to PGA Tour and tries to tame Torrey

SAN DIEGO (AP) -- The return of Tiger Woods felt more like a celebration Thursday at Torrey Pines....

from AP Top Sports News at 8:48 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2k7xjTC

Bulls' Rondo lashes out at Wade, Butler in Instagram rant

CHICAGO (AP) -- Bulls guard Rajon Rondo criticized Dwyane Wade and Jimmy Butler in an Instagram rant Thursday for questioning the team's desire....

from AP Top Sports News at 8:26 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jkLkcl

Bulls' Rondo lashes out at Wade, Butler in Instagram rant

CHICAGO (AP) -- Bulls guard Rajon Rondo criticized Dwyane Wade and Jimmy Butler in an Instagram rant Thursday for questioning the team's desire....

from AP Top Sports News at 8:03 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kqm9H9

Westbrook leads All-Star reserve picks, Wade out

Russell Westbrook and Kevin Durant are teammates again. Gordon Hayward, DeAndre Jordan and Kemba Walker are about to get their first opportunity on the All-Star stage....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:44 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kyQAhE

Westbrook leads All-Star reserve picks, Wade out

Russell Westbrook and Kevin Durant are teammates again. Gordon Hayward, DeAndre Jordan and Kemba Walker are about to get their first opportunity on the All-Star stage....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:21 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kyylVq

Super Bowl latest highlight for Falcons owner Arthur Blank

ATLANTA (AP) -- One conversation stands out in Arthur Blank's sports year to remember....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:30 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kpYeYo

NHL teams adjusting on the fly to new wrinkle of bye weeks

Mike Smith felt weird....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:30 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2j9MY5A

Family business: Shanahan follows father to the Super Bowl

FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. (AP) -- Kyle Shanahan is trying to keep the next 10 days as normal as possible....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:10 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kpZQkQ

Cardinals debating resting Molina more behind the plate

ST. LOUIS (AP) -- The offseason discussion surrounding Yadier Molina has long centered on whether the St. Louis catcher should rest more during the season....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:44 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jkchNx

Hearings begin for suspended Minnesota football players

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) -- Ten Minnesota football players suspended for their alleged involvement in a sexual assault faced a panel of university employees on Thursday and Friday in an attempt to avoid expulsion and other punishments recommended by the school's Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action office....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:35 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2k93MsT

Man United into League Cup final despite 2-1 loss to Hull

HULL, England (AP) -- Manchester United reached the English League Cup final despite surrendering its 17-match unbeaten record with a 2-1 loss to Hull in the second leg of their semifinal on Thursday....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:43 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2ea4Uqs

Drama kings: Cavs coach Tyronn Lue upset by distractions

CLEVELAND (AP) -- They are losing to teams they should be beating - easily. And making matters worse, the NBA champion Cavaliers are embroiled in distractions....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:37 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jWl0au

$12 million Pegasus gives racing big buzz, huge purse

HALLANDALE BEACH, Fla. (AP) -- The idea was most unusual: Put together the richest horse race in the world, and do so by getting 12 stakeholders to invest $1 million apiece just to have a spot in the starting gate....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:17 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2k6EEm9

Self: No player discipline yet as campus rape probe goes on

LAWRENCE, Kan. (AP) -- Kansas coach Bill Self says a police investigation of an alleged rape at his team's dorm has given him no reason yet to discipline anyone as the second-ranked Jayhawks prepare to play at No. 4 Kentucky....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:57 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jWtQF9

Jackson's incident lasting memory of last Houston Super Bowl

HOUSTON (AP) -- It's rare when Tom Brady takes a back seat in a Super Bowl. Janet Jackson managed to make that happen....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:39 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2k6a8ZJ

The Latest: Tiger returns to PGA Tour at Torrey Pines

SAN DIEGO (AP) -- The Latest on the Farmers Insurance Open at Torrey Pines (all times local):...

from AP Top Sports News at 2:27 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2k6gYyx

Wolves' Zach LaVine will not dunk at All-Star weekend

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) -- What was perhaps the best dunk contest in All-Star weekend history will not get a rematch....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:23 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kxXELt

Drama Kings: Cavs coach Tyronn Lue upset by distractions

CLEVELAND (AP) -- Cavs coach Tyronn Lue is tired of the drama surrounding the NBA champions....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:01 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kxXX4Y

Seeking title, Shiffrin makes rare super-G start in Cortina

CORTINA D'AMPEZZO, Italy (AP) -- Mikaela Shiffrin is making a rare start in a speed race this weekend to protect her overall World Cup lead....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:01 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2j94rLa

Tiger returns to PGA Tour and tries to tame Torrey

SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Tiger Woods won't have to wait long to see how his game stacks up with the best in golf....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:35 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2koPQIB

Round-the-clock stress makes NFL coaching a health risk

Standing on the sideline, Dan Reeves felt the burning in his throat - a sure sign of heart trouble that could no longer be ignored....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:43 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jBvfQp

Cleveland Indians will host 2019 All-Star Game

CLEVELAND (AP) -- The Indians made it back to the World Series last year for the first time since 1997....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:05 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kxmkUl

NFL: Number of injuries down, including concussions

NEW YORK (AP) -- The NFL says injuries decreased this season, including concussions....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:59 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/YJyVVP

AP source: Cleveland Indians will host 2019 All-Star Game

CLEVELAND (AP) -- A person familiar with the decision says the Cleveland Indians will host the 2019 All-Star Game at Progressive Field....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:36 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2k5bqnS

Boxing great Oscar De La Hoya suspected of DUI in California

PASADENA, Calif. (AP) -- The California Highway Patrol says Hall of Fame boxer Oscar De La Hoya has been arrested on suspicion of drunken driving....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:12 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2k4IzQy

среда, 25 января 2017 г.

USC upsets No. 8 UCLA 84-76 behind 14 3-pointers

LOS ANGELES (AP) -- There's another good college basketball team in Los Angeles, and No. 8 UCLA found out the hard way....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:33 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2k3bDI7

Meditation gave freeskier Bobby Brown another chance at gold

ASPEN, Colo. (AP) -- Freeskier Bobby Brown has recovered from wipeouts that have rendered him almost motionless. He's broken his back, pelvis and both ankles....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:26 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kvOkYB

Column: Looking live once more as era ends with Musburger

In less than a week, we'll be looking live for the last time as Brent Musburger leaves television for a new life among the betting crowd in Las Vegas he always managed to wink at from the broadcast booth....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:26 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2k3b5Cc

Tiger Woods at Torrey, no longer the favorite

SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Tiger Woods was walking up the middle of the 18th fairway when he noticed someone walking briskly toward him, causing Woods to stop suddenly....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:19 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2cKvVQV

Nadal says he needs to peak to beat Dimitrov in semifinals

MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) -- Even with such vast experience on the big occasion of a Grand Slam, Rafael Nadal is nervous. His jitters aren't eased by an impressive 7-1 head-to-head lead over Australian Open semifinal rival Grigor Dimitrov....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:37 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jzCM2m

LeBron, Cavs meet after star's scathing postgame rant

CLEVELAND (AP) -- LeBron James has smoothed things over with his teammates and bosses - for now....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:26 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2klZc7W

LeBron, slumping Cavs lose to Kings 116-112 in overtime

CLEVELAND (AP) -- The criticism quieted. The problems persist....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:19 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2k5YZso

Durant, Curry lead Warriors over Hornets 113-103

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) -- Kevin Durant scored 16 of his 33 points in the fourth quarter, Stephen Curry added 28 points on six 3-pointers in his annual homecoming game and the Golden State Warriors rallied to beat the Charlotte Hornets 113-103 on Wednesday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:51 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2k61Z87

Durant, Curry lead Warriors over Hornets 113-103

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) -- Kevin Durant scored 16 of his 33 points in the fourth quarter, Stephen Curry added 28 points on six 3-pointers in his annual homecoming game and the Golden State Warriors rallied to beat the Charlotte Hornets 113-103 on Wednesday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:44 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kvby10

Boxing great Oscar De La Hoya suspected of DUI in California

PASADENA, Calif. (AP) -- The California Highway Patrol says Hall of Fame boxer Oscar De La Hoya has been arrested on suspicion of drunken driving....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:44 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jrxbO5

Kings down LeBron, slumping Cavs 116-112 in overtime

CLEVELAND (AP) -- Arron Afflalo dropped a 3-pointer with 17.3 seconds left in overtime, lifting the Sacramento Kings to a 116-112 win Wednesday night over the slumping Cleveland Cavaliers, who lost for the sixth time in eight games amid criticism by LeBron James....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:16 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jTnpmh

Pelicans All-Star Davis re-injures right thigh vs. Thunder

NEW ORLEANS (AP) -- Pelicans All-Star Anthony Davis has re-injured his right thigh, limping off the court during Wednesday night's game against the Oklahoma City Thunder....

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

NFL returns to playground to spice up skills 'competition'

ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) -- The NFL and its players were looking for ways to spice up the Pro Bowl, so they decided to have San Diego Chargers quarterback Phillip Rivers throw balls at opponents....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:29 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jgWsaj

NFL returns to playground to spice Skills Competition

ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) -- The NFL and its players were looking for ways to spice up the Pro Bowl, so they decided to have San Diego Chargers quarterback Phillip Rivers throw balls at opponents....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:22 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jTxxvw

Pitino, Louisville rebut NCAA findings in escort scandal

Louisville has informed the NCAA the school disputes allegations that Rick Pitino violated his responsibility as a head coach by failing to monitor former staffer Andre McGee's activities that resulted in a sex scandal and subsequent investigation by the governing body....

from AP Top Sports News at 8:57 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2k2pXAP

AP Analysis: Bolt can't outrun Jamaica's doping problem

It was bound to happen....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:57 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2klliaO

Small college guys battling for draft spots at Senior Bowl

MOBILE, Ala. (AP) -- Connor Harris made more tackles in his Lindenwood career than any other NCAA football player. Cooper Kupp led the nation in receiving for Eastern Washington, and Tiffin's Antonio Pipkin racked up more than 13,000 yards in total offense....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:42 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2j6sb2T

Pitino, Louisville rebut NCAA findings in escort scandal

Louisville is disputing the NCAA's allegation that Rick Pitino violated his responsibility as a head coach by failing to monitor former staffer Andre McGee's activities that resulted in a sex scandal and subsequent investigation by the governing body....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:40 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kuM2ZD

Tiger Woods returns with more curiosity than expectations

SAN DIEGO (AP) -- With the Pacific Ocean behind him, Tiger Woods drew back his driver and sent it soaring across the blue sky Wednesday at Torrey Pines....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:35 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jqXjss

NFL: concussion protocol not followed by Miami in Moore case

MIAMI (AP) -- The NFL's concussion protocol wasn't strictly followed when Miami Dolphins quarterback Matt Moore was treated for a hit to the chin and mouth in a first-round playoff game, the league said Wednesday....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:35 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2iXjW82

Police investigating alleged rape of teen at Kansas dorm

LAWRENCE, Kan. (AP) -- Campus police are investigating the alleged rape of a 16-year-old girl at a University of Kansas dorm housing the men's basketball team, authorities said Wednesday....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:35 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jqX4NT

LeBron, Cavs meet to discuss star's postgame rant

CLEVELAND (AP) -- Cavaliers coach Tyronn Lue says the team has met with LeBron James and discussed his recent postgame rant....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:14 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2k4ZLWm

Olympian Jennie Finch joins MLB as youth softball ambassador

NEW YORK (AP) -- Olympic pitcher Jennie Finch is aiming for the next generation of softball players....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:14 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2klcemr

Earnhardt thrilled to be cleared for NASCAR return

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) -- There is nothing more tedious to a NASCAR driver than preseason promotional work, which can often be full-day photo shoots and interview sessions. It can be the most dreaded part of the job....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:05 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jyXSOf

Sometimes winning not everything when chasing championships

So you can't win for losing?...

from AP Top Sports News at 5:59 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jT0K9E

Celtics, reach deal to put GE logo on uniform

BOSTON (AP) -- Boston Celtics owner Wyc Grousbeck was expecting more of a fight when he and his partners approached franchise patriarch Red Auerbach about having cheerleaders perform at games....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:46 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2j68S9W

NFL: concussion protocol not followed by Miami in Moore case

MIAMI (AP) -- The NFL's concussion protocol wasn't strictly followed when Miami Dolphins quarterback Matt Moore was treated for a hit to the chin and mouth in a first-round playoff game, the league said Wednesday....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:26 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2ixuUhq

Tiger Woods returns with more curiosity than expectations

SAN DIEGO (AP) -- With the Pacific Ocean as a backdrop, Tiger Woods drew back his driver and sent it soaring across the blue sky Wednesday at Torrey Pines....

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

Shaun White 3.0: Fit, focused, fired up as he hits 30

ASPEN, Colo. (AP) -- This time, the question came to Shaun White from an airplane pilot, though the pilot was hardly the first one to ask it of late: Are you still riding?...

from AP Top Sports News at 4:40 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2k1iS3c

Person familiar with deal: Holland, Rockies strike $7M deal

The Colorado Rockies have taken a big step in bolstering their bullpen - providing reliever Greg Holland can make a successful comeback from elbow reconstruction surgery....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:29 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jqB7yy

Citizens board: Video backs cop in Steelers' coach arrest

PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Surveillance video supports a police officer's version of the arrest of Pittsburgh Steelers assistant coach Joey Porter, including that Porter briefly grabbed the officer's wrists, the head of the city's Citizen Police Review Board said Wednesday....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:03 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2iTqxhw

Super Bowl is best thing to happen to Rutgers this season

PISCATAWAY, N.J. (AP) -- After failing to win a Big Ten Conference game in his first season, Rutgers coach Chris Ash suddenly has a major recruiting tool....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:54 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2k1aAsg

NASCAR's Carl Edwards does not rule out US Senate run in '18

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) -- Carl Edwards remains a hot topic in NASCAR, two weeks after his abrupt retirement as a full-time driver....

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

Bolt loses 2008 Olympic relay gold in teammate's doping case

LAUSANNE, Switzerland (AP) -- Usain Bolt has been stripped of one of his nine Olympic gold medals in a doping case involving teammate Nesta Carter....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:24 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kiBfym

Nadal wins, keeps prospects of Roger-Rafa final alive

MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) -- Another Roger vs. Rafa final is still in the mix at an Australian Open with an almost retro vibe....

from AP Top Sports News at 8:48 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2k35Ena

Seattle Mariners to retire Edgar Martinez's number

SEATTLE (AP) -- As Edgar Martinez's candidacy for the baseball Hall of Fame began gaining more traction, the Seattle Mariners ownership started discussions of whether it was time to consider giving Martinez the ultimate honor from the franchise....

from AP Top Sports News at 8:46 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2k33FPM

Seattle Mariners to retire Edgar Martinez's number

SEATTLE (AP) -- As Edgar Martinez's candidacy for the baseball Hall of Fame began gaining more traction, the Seattle Mariners ownership started discussions of whether it was time to consider giving Martinez the ultimate honor from the franchise....

from AP Top Sports News at 8:15 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2k2VOS9

Michigan paying 3 on Harbaugh's staff $1 million per year

ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) -- Michigan is committed to paying Jim Harbaugh's top three assistants $1 million each per year....

from AP Top Sports News at 8:06 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kirIHP

49ers CEO Jed York preaches patience in coach, GM search

SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) -- San Francisco 49ers CEO Jed York is preaching patience as the team's search for a new coach and general manager enters its fourth week....

from AP Top Sports News at 8:06 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jZ8nh6

Curry honored by high school, college in return to Charlotte

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) -- Stephen Curry said he doesn't have many regrets in life....

from AP Top Sports News at 8:06 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kipyI5

Russian athletes accused of fleeing drug testers at meet

MOSCOW (AP) -- The Russian track and field federation says it's investigating after several athletes apparently withdrew from a competition to avoid drug testers....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:34 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/1Er8bs0

3 of top 4 teams in college hoops poll lose on same night

It was not a good night to be at the top of the AP Top 25....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:03 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2k22iAK

вторник, 24 января 2017 г.

No. 18 West Virginia beats No. 2 Kansas 85-69

MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (AP) -- West Virginia's Esa Ahmad had hoped to improve his defense entering a matchup with No. 2 Kansas. He ended up with a career scoring night....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:20 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2k1Hh9z

Hubbs helps Tennessee stun No. 4 Kentucky 82-80

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (AP) -- On a night full of stunners in college basketball, Tennessee added No. 4 Kentucky to the list of upset victims....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:20 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/1MvS1D8

Tomlin not alarmed as Roethlisberger ponders future

PITTSBURGH (AP) -- As a general philosophy, Pittsburgh Steelers coach Mike Tomlin treats each individual season as its own unique entity, with no direct through line from one to the next....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:20 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2k1B8tI

Tomlin not alarmed as Roethlisberger ponders future

PITTSBURGH (AP) -- As a general philosophy, Pittsburgh Steelers coach Mike Tomlin treats each individual season as its own unique entity, with no direct through line from one to the next....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:10 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kqDa7q

Clutch! Reinhardt helps Marquette upset No. 1 Villanova

MILWAUKEE (AP) -- Katin Reinhardt hit two free throws with 11.6 seconds left, Jalen Brunson and Darryl Reynolds missed chances to tie near the basket in the final seconds, and Marquette upset top-ranked Villanova 74-72 on Tuesday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:03 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jczEIQ

Clutch! Reinhardt helps Marquette upset No. 1 Villanova

MILWAUKEE (AP) -- Katin Reinhardt hit two free throws with 11.6 seconds left, Jalen Brunson and Darryl Reynolds missed chances to tie near the basket in the final seconds, and Marquette upset top-ranked Villanova 74-72 on Tuesday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:41 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jczjWs

Clutch Reinhardt helps Marquette upset No. 1 Villanova

MILWAUKEE (AP) -- Katin Reinhardt hit two free throws with 11.6 seconds left, Jalen Brunson missed a layup at the buzzer and Marquette upset top-ranked Villanova 74-72 on Tuesday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:26 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jo9ANZ

AP source: Celtics reach deal with GE to put ads on uniforms

BOSTON (AP) -- A league official familiar with the deal says the Boston Celtics have reached an agreement with General Electric to put the company's logo on the team's uniform....

from AP Top Sports News at 8:45 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jcp9oA

Anquan Boldin, others say communication is key in activism

SAN JOSE, Calif. (AP) -- Anquan Boldin would absolutely welcome and appreciate the chance to sit down with new President Donald Trump and exchange thoughts and ideas and discuss concerns for minorities....

from AP Top Sports News at 8:01 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2j2Jx0d

Rest over as Patriots begin Super Bowl prep for Falcons

FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) -- Bill Belichick is on to the Atlanta Falcons....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:18 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kfZm0C

Crews hard at work preparing stadium for Super Bowl

HOUSTON (AP) -- A crew of four men worked on the painstaking process of painting the New England Patriots logo on one end zone on Tuesday afternoon at NRG Stadium for the Super Bowl....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:53 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2juLP4s

LeBron miffed with direction of slumping Cavaliers

CLEVELAND (AP) -- LeBron James has alluded to flaws with Cleveland's roster all season....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:46 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jOp1hn

Bracketology: NCAA hoops committee to give tournament peek

NEW YORK (AP) -- The selection committee for the NCAA men's basketball tournament is getting into the bracketology business and borrowing an idea from the College Football Playoff, hoping it will get more fans thinking about March Madness in February....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:46 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2koQUj7

Danica Patrick may have sponsor shortfall in 2017

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) -- Danica Patrick wore an all-white Tax Act uniform to NASCAR's preseason media event, raising eyebrows about her sponsorship situation....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:46 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jOj5EO

Steelers QB Roethlisberger not ruling out retirement

PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger isn't sure he'll be back in 2017....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:35 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/1ntFp3X

LeBron miffed with direction of slumping Cavaliers

CLEVELAND (AP) -- LeBron James has alluded to flaws with Cleveland's roster all season....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:35 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jWpccf

McIlroy aiming to return from injury at WGC-Mexico in March

Rory McIlroy is targeting the Mexico Championship in March as his return to tournament action from injury....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:26 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jOdDBP

Manziel deletes Twitter account after advice to Trump

DALLAS (AP) -- Johnny Manziel deleted his Twitter account after the Heisman Trophy winner sent expletive-laden messages telling President Donald Trump to ignore comments about him on the social media site....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:16 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kpNatD

Kenseth doesn't understand Edwards' retirement

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) -- Matt Kenseth has had several conversations with Carl Edwards, and none has given him any insight into why his teammate suddenly retired....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:51 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jOguei

Erin Andrews reveals she had surgery for cervical cancer

LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Erin Andrews has revealed that she battled cervical cancer during the NFL season....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:53 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2knXNkF

AP PHOTOS: Bernie Ecclestone through the years

LONDON (AP) -- Bernie Ecclestone transformed Formula One into a multi-billion dollar business, and turned himself into quite a man about town....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:38 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jYJpP4

Tom Brady wonders why Trump friendship is 'such a big deal'

BOSTON (AP) -- New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady has opened up a bit on his friendship with President Donald Trump....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:06 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2j9Z2il

AP Interview: Formula One's new owners plan US street race

LONDON (AP) -- Formula One's new owners plan to add a street race in the United States as they attempt to improve the motorsport series which they feel stagnated and became tired under Bernie Ecclestone's control....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:17 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2j0rurw

Tom Brady wonders why Trump friendship is 'such a big deal'

BOSTON (AP) -- New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady has opened up a bit on his friendship with President Donald Trump....

from AP Top Sports News at 8:50 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2j9Nv2u

Bengals' Jones issues apology after police release video

CINCINNATI (AP) -- Cincinnati Bengals player Adam "Pacman" Jones is apologizing through his attorneys after Cincinnati police released video showing his raucous, often-vulgar reaction to his latest arrest....

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

Cab driver praises John Elway, then learns he's driving him

WASHINGTON (AP) -- A cab driver in Washington got a surprise after mentioning to a group of passengers that John Elway was his all-time favorite quarterback and then learning that Elway was riding in the backseat....

from AP Top Sports News at 8:34 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2knkh57

105-game losing streak weighs down Russian hockey team

KURGANOVO, Russia (AP) -- It's been 105 games and more than three years since one Russian women's pro hockey team last won, and its whole season is a struggle to stay positive....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:38 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2iZWjwH

понедельник, 23 января 2017 г.

No. 2 Kansas faces No. 4 Kentucky in marquee game this week

Kansas has been the hottest team in the country, reeling off 18 straight wins since its season-opening loss to Indiana. The Jayhawks are up to No. 2 in the AP Top 25 and have positioned themselves for a 13th straight Big 12 title....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:14 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jM0Bok

Overreactions: There's no stopping Matt Ryan and the Falcons

There's no stopping Matt Ryan and the Atlanta Falcons....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:09 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jl61YZ

The Latest: Wawrinka advances to Australian Open semifinals

MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) -- The Latest on Tuesday from the Australian Open (all times local):...

from AP Top Sports News at 1:35 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jNI3Tu

Waiters for the win: Heat stun Warriors, 105-102

MIAMI (AP) -- Dion Waiters went from air ball to game-winner....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:50 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kbLTXS

Bengals apologize for Pacman Jones' behavior after arrest

CINCINNATI (AP) -- The Bengals took the unusual step of apologizing on Monday night for the conduct of cornerback Adam "Pacman" Jones that was recorded in a police video released to the media....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:33 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jWlKPt

Jones, Holiday lead Pelicans past Cavs 124-122

NEW ORLEANS (AP) -- Terrence Jones filled in brilliantly for injured All-Star Anthony Davis, scoring a season-high 36 points, grabbing 11 rebounds and blocking LeBron James' dunk attempt in the fourth quarter, and the New Orleans Pelicans beat the Cleveland Cavaliers 124-122 on Monday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:40 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/1zidBnq

Waiters for the win: Heat stun Warriors, 105-102

MIAMI (AP) -- Dion Waiters' 3-pointer with 0.6 seconds left capped his 33-point effort, and the Miami Heat beat Golden State 105-102 on Monday night to end the Warriors' seven-game winning streak....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:22 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/1vfj1xF

Smith, NC State stun No. 17 Duke 84-82

DURHAM, N.C. (AP) -- Freshman Dennis Smith Jr. scored a season-high 32 points to help North Carolina State rally from 12 down late in the first half and stun No. 17 Duke 84-82 on Monday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:09 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jSNaoG

Smith, NC State stun No. 17 Duke 84-82

DURHAM, N.C. (AP) -- Freshman Dennis Smith Jr. scored a season-high 32 points to help North Carolina State rally from 12 down late in the first half and stun No. 17 Duke 84-82 on Monday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:25 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jr8tef

Rays trade Forsythe to Dodgers for De Leon, add Tolleson

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) -- Second baseman Logan Forsythe has been traded by the Tampa Bay Rays to the Los Angeles Dodgers for right-hander Jose De Leon....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:23 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/1uKCMgq

Patriots' defense ignored critics on the way to Super Bowl

FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) -- There's a mantra that players quickly come to learn when they play for Bill Belichick and the New England Patriots....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:15 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jSoGfz

NASCAR overhauls race and playoff format

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) -- NASCAR is dramatically changing its format for the upcoming season, cutting every race into stages that reward points in hopes of making every lap matter and keeping fans interested....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:54 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2klaiNR

Kerr calls some players' All-Star votes a 'mockery'

MIAMI (AP) -- Golden State coach Steve Kerr wishes players had taken their voting for the NBA All-Star Game more seriously, calling it a "mockery" after nearly 300 players in the league wound up on at least one ballot....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:54 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jqxVAw

NASCAR overhauls race and playoff format

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) -- NASCAR is dramatically changing its format for the upcoming season, cutting every race into stages that reward points in hopes of making every lap matter....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:28 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2j7lOal

NASCAR overhauls race and playoff format

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) -- NASCAR is dramatically changing its format for the upcoming season, cutting every race into stages that reward points in hopes of make every lap matter....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:08 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kl4AeI

California Chrome the favorite for $12M Pegasus World Cup

HALLANDALE BEACH, Fla. (AP) -- California Chrome is a favorite to win his finale and potentially make history....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:57 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jVhPlK

Harbaugh taking Michigan to Rome for 3 practices

Michigan coach Jim Harbaugh is taking his team to Italy this spring....

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

APNewsBreak: Spring training to be shortened slightly in '18

NEW YORK (AP) -- For everyone who thinks spring training is too long, help is on the way - a little, anyway....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:39 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2iXH5IG

Before NCAA ban, Harbaugh taking Michigan to Rome, Italy

Michigan coach Jim Harbaugh is taking his team to Italy before the NCAA ban on spring break sports trips goes into effect....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:38 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jqigkx

Clijsters, Roddick joining International Tennis Hall of Fame

NEWPORT, R.I. (AP) -- Kim Clijsters and Andy Roddick have been elected to the International Tennis Hall of Fame....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:24 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/1kruhDU

Tiger returns to Riviera where PGA Tour career began

LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Tiger Woods is roaring into the new year, preparing to play four times in five weeks in his return to the PGA Tour after a 15-month absence. One of his stops includes a return to his hometown tournament in Los Angeles, where he made his first start on the pro tour as a skinny 16-year-old....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:09 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jRLfAM

Tiger returns to Riviera where PGA Tour career began

LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Tiger Woods is roaring into the new year, preparing to play four times in five weeks in his return to the PGA Tour after a 15-month absence. One of his stops includes a return to his hometown tournament in Los Angeles, where he made his first start on the pro tour as a skinny 16-year-old....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:03 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2j6Ke48

AP Analysis: Road trips end badly for Packers, Steelers

The Steelers were roused from their slumber in the wee hours by a prank fire alarm at their Boston-area hotel - something other NFL players, including Denver All-Pro cornerback Chris Harris Jr. found curiously familiar ....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:08 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jiMhFi

Caught napping: Baseball hitting, pitching sapped by jet lag

NEW YORK (AP) -- Researchers say they've documented an unseen drag on major league baseball players that can wipe out home field advantage, make pitchers give up more home runs, and take some punch out of a team's bats....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:08 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jiPEfn

Family, fans mourn for Dominican pitcher Yordano Ventura

LAS TERRENAS, Dominican Republic (AP) -- Dozens of children wearing blue T-shirts with the name "Ventura" emblazoned on the back gathered around a coastal home on Monday to pay their respects to their idol: Kansas City Royals pitcher Yordano Ventura....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:26 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kkxFXS

AP source: Rangers, James Loney agree to minor league deal

ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) -- A person familiar with the agreement says the Texas Rangers and free agent first baseman James Loney have agreed to a minor league contract....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:12 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2iX5XQA

Villanova, Kansas stay 1-2 in AP Top 25, Gonzaga up to 3rd

Villanova and Kansas remain the top two teams in The Associated Press college basketball poll while Gonzaga moved up to third....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:02 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/KylNe5

воскресенье, 22 января 2017 г.

Falcons head to Super Bowl after blowing out Packers 44-21

ATLANTA (AP) -- While the raucous beats of "Welcome To Atlanta" blared through the Georgia Dome, the Falcons partied like it was 1999....

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

Are you ready for some better football? Hopefully in Houston

FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) -- There's this football game planned for Feb. 5 in Houston. Let's hope it turns out much better than most of the postseason matchups the NFL has provided this year....

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

Falcons head to Super Bowl after blowing out Packers 44-21

ATLANTA (AP) -- While the raucous beats of "Welcome To Atlanta" blared through the Georgia Dome, the Falcons partied like it was 1999....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:25 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jfNbm6

Column: Brotherhood only gets you so far against Brady

The brotherhood did its job methodically, pleasing Atlanta owner Arthur Blank so much that he was last seen dancing into the night on the victory podium....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:25 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2k6WyTs

Challenges not enough to deny Patriots 9th Super Bowl berth

FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) -- This was supposed to be the year New England's stranglehold on the AFC could be loosened....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:48 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jREG1K

Super Bowl will pit Brady's Patriots against Ryan's Falcons

A season that began with Tom Brady serving a four-game suspension will end with him in the Super Bowl, where his New England Patriots will take on Matt Ryan and the Atlanta Falcons....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:30 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jR7uaN

Bookies make Patriots a 3-point pick with record over/under

LAS VEGAS (AP) -- Oddsmakers like the New England Patriots by a field goal over the Atlanta Falcons in what experts think will be a high-scoring Super Bowl....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:30 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jH10bN

Super Bowl will pit Brady's Patriots against Ryan's Falcons

A season that began with Tom Brady serving a four-game suspension will end with him in the Super Bowl, where his New England Patriots will take on Matt Ryan and the Atlanta Falcons....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:22 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/1jkTpJi

They're Back: Brady and Patriots win AFC, 36-17 vs Steelers

FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) -- The Tom Brady redemption tour is headed to the Super Bowl....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:55 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2j36wDE

Super Falcons: Atlanta routs Packers 44-21 for NFC title

ATLANTA (AP) -- Matt Ryan and Julio Jones teamed up for a dominant playoff performance, and the Atlanta Falcons ignored all those ghosts from the last half-century....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:20 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2fuzNtA

Super Falcons: Atlanta routs Packers 44-21 for NFC title

ATLANTA (AP) -- Matt Ryan and Julio Jones teamed up for a dominant playoff performance, and the Atlanta Falcons ignored all those ghosts from the last half-century....

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

Hudson Swafford wins CareerBuilder for 1st PGA Tour title

LA QUINTA, Calif. (AP) -- Hudson Swafford won the fittingly named CareerBuilder Challenge on Sunday for his first PGA Tour title, following three straight birdies with a closing par for a one-stroke victory....

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

The Latest: Out with a bang! Georgia Dome crowd loud as ever

The Latest on the NFL conference championship games (all times Eastern):...

from AP Top Sports News at 4:50 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2j2fRvq

No. 7 Creighton has rough week of losses, on and off court

CHAPEL HILL, N.C. (AP) -- In a week when three top-10 teams in the AP Top 25 lost, No. 7 Creighton might have taken the biggest hit....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:50 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2gQ1uJJ

Some notable deaths of active pro baseball players

A look at some of the notable deaths of active pro baseball players in recent years:...

from AP Top Sports News at 4:22 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jO2QJR

No. 7 Creighton has rough week of losses, on and off court

CHAPEL HILL, N.C. (AP) -- In a week when three top-10 teams in the AP Top 25 lost, No. 7 Creighton might have taken the biggest hit....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:22 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2j23ijU

Oregon assistant football coach to be fired after DUI arrest

EUGENE, Ore. (AP) -- The University of Oregon says the football co-offensive coordinator will be fired after his arrest on suspicion of driving under the influence, marking the latest problem for the team....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:39 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2j2hJnO

The Latest: Ryan puts Falcons ahead with shovel pass

The Latest on 3:24 p.m. (all times Eastern):...

from AP Top Sports News at 3:32 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jFQly1

Conference championships open with high-scoring matchup

The NFC championship game is expected to close out the Georgia Dome with a shootout, with oddsmakers expecting 60 points combined from the Atlanta Falcons and Green Bay Packers....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:09 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2iRBIdP

Royals' Ventura killed in car crash in Dominican Republic

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) -- Royals pitcher Yordano Ventura, whose electric arm and confident demeanor helped lead his long-suffering team to the 2015 World Series title, died in a car crash in his native Dominican Republic early Sunday. He was 25....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:31 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jFCY0E

Current, former major leaguers die in Dominican crashes

SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic (AP) -- Authorities in the Dominican Republic say that Kansas City Royals pitcher Yordano Ventura and former major leaguer Andy Marte both have died in separate traffic accidents....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:06 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jFxH9m

Late Sanchez penalty gives Arsenal 2-1 win over Burnley

LONDON (AP) -- Alexis Sanchez slotted a penalty into the net deep into stoppage time to give 10-man Arsenal a 2-1 victory over Burnley on Sunday, sending the north London club up to second in the Premier League....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:51 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2k4zk0c

Feeling the pressure, Kerber loses to composed Vandeweghe

MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) -- Angelique Kerber said before the Australian Open that she wasn't putting too much pressure on herself as the top-seeded player at a Grand Slam tournament for the first time....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:48 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kfyWvb

Feeling the pressure, Kerber loses to composed Vandeweghe

MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) -- Angelique Kerber said before the Australian Open that she wasn't putting too much pressure on herself as the top-seeded player at a Grand Slam tournament for the first time....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:25 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2iR9Kz0

Spurs coach Popovich blasts President Trump

CLEVELAND (AP) -- Gregg Popovich would bench President Donald Trump....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:25 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kfj8sf

Prank against Steelers suspected in early hotel fire alarm

BOSTON (AP) -- A man has been arrested and charged with setting off an early-morning fire alarm at a Boston hotel that roused the visiting Pittsburgh Steelers ahead of their playoff with the New England Patriots....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:10 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2j18V1K

Kibermanis leads Latvia 1-2 in 4-man bob World Cup event

ST. MORITZ, Switzerland (AP) -- Latvian pilots raced to a 1-2 finish in a 4-man bobsled Word Cup event Sunday won by Oskars Kibermanis....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:28 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/14J2Csx

Sevilla

MADRID (AP) -- Sevilla salvaged a key 4-3 victory in a thrilling game against last-place Osasuna on Sunday, guaranteeing second place at the halfway point of the Spanish league season....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:18 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2gSq00R

Fleetwood wins in Abu Dhabi for 2nd European Tour title

ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates (AP) -- Tommy Fleetwood broke free from a pack of contenders containing three major champions to win the Abu Dhabi Championship by one shot on Sunday, ending the Englishman's 3½-year wait for a second European Tour title....

from AP Top Sports News at 8:04 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/KpWWcy

Gut remains perfect in super-G; Vonn struggles in 9th

Defending overall World Cup champion Lara Gut extended her perfect run in super-G this season with a comfortable win Sunday while Lindsey Vonn struggled to a ninth-place finish....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:48 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/O5Ubj1

Ogier wins season-opening Monte Carlo Rally with new team

MONACO (AP) -- Sebastien Ogier made the perfect start to the defense of his world title by winning the season-opening Monte Carlo rally on Sunday, clinching the 39th race win of his career and first for his new team....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:48 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kgiOh0

Djokovic to lead Serbia against Russia in Davis Cup

BELGRADE, Serbia (AP) -- Novak Djokovic will lead his native Serbia against Russia in the first round of the Davis Cup next month....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:29 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jc5skj

Zverev's win over Murray caps dramatic career comeback

MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) -- Mischa Zverev still remembers one of his earliest losses to Andy Murray, when the two were rising juniors, just 17 years old, and playing in the semifinals of the 2004 U.S. Open boys' tournament....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:19 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jEFXXa

Marksaeng wins Singapore Open, clinching British Open berth

SENTOSA, Singapore (AP) -- Prayad Marksaeng of Thailand shot a 4-under 67 in the final round to win the Singapore Open by one shot on Sunday, clinching a place in the British Open in the process....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:20 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2k3vvs2

Britain's Dave Ryding leads World Cup slalom after 1st run

KITZBUEHEL, Austria (AP) -- Britain's Dave Ryding led the slalom of the classic Hahnenkamm races after several pre-race favorites struggled in the first run on Sunday....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:55 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/1eK8MYq

Serena Williams, Barbora Strycova renew Grand Slam rivalry

MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) -- Serena Williams and Barbora Strycova meet for the third time on Monday, and once again it's on one of the grandest stages in tennis....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:25 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jWtK36

суббота, 21 января 2017 г.

Leonard scores 41, Spurs down Cavaliers 118-115 in overtime

CLEVELAND (AP) -- Kawhi Leonard scored a career-high 41 points, LaMarcus Aldridge had 16 points and 12 rebounds, and the San Antonio Spurs beat the Cleveland Cavaliers 118-115 in overtime on Saturday night despite missing starters Tony Parker and Pau Gasol....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:34 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/1uzc5uU

California Chrome wins Horse of the Year at Eclipse Awards

HALLANDALE BEACH, Fla. (AP) -- California Chrome was an easy choice as horse of the year, one of three trophies he picked up at the Eclipse Awards on Saturday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:25 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/1fL5Rnt

Spurs coach Popovich blasts President Trump

CLEVELAND (AP) -- Gregg Popovich would bench President Trump....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:21 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jkdXHH

Trier returns, No. 14 Arizona shuts down No. 3 UCLA 96-85

LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Boosted by the return of Allonzo Trier, No. 14 Arizona showed off a potent offense to go along with its swarming defense....

from AP Top Sports News at 8:29 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2keT70d

Spurs coach Popovich blasts President Trump

CLEVELAND (AP) -- Gregg Popovich would bench President Trump....

from AP Top Sports News at 8:25 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jLEDEm

Colts fire general manager Ryan Grigson after 5 seasons

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- Ryan Grigson spent tens of millions in free agency, trying to turn the Indianapolis Colts into a Super Bowl contender....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:46 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jk1cwJ

Colts fire general manager Ryan Grigson after 5 seasons

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- Ryan Grigson spent tens of millions in free agency, trying to turn the Indianapolis Colts into a Super Bowl contender....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:57 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2k1y8La

Chen dominates men's short program at US nationals

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) -- Hyped as the future of men's skating, Nathan Chen put the sport on notice that his time is now....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:27 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2j93Zv2

Column: Defense wins championships? Not necessarily in NFL

ATLANTA (AP) -- We've all heard the adage: defense wins championships....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:55 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kelpbo

T-wolves' Rubio to miss Nuggets game for personal reasons

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) -- Minnesota Timberwolves point guard Ricky Rubio will miss the game on Sunday against the Denver Nuggets, but it has nothing to do with the trade rumors that have surrounded him of late....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:31 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/1vlNPk9

Rooney sets Man United scoring record; Man City, Spurs draw

MANCHESTER, England (AP) -- Deep into stoppage time with Manchester United facing defeat, Wayne Rooney bent a free kick high over the defense and into the Stoke goal....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:31 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2ea4Uqs

Chapecoense survivor lifts trophy 2 months after tragedy

CHAPECO, Brazil (AP) -- A survivor of the air crash two months ago that killed 19 members of Brazil's Chapecoense soccer club has lifted the Copa Sudamericana trophy in honor of his dead teammates....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:01 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2iO2Jin

Durability of NFL's final 4 QBs vital to Super Bowl run

PITTSBURGH (AP) -- The numbers are staggering. Over 182,000 yards passing (more than 103 miles worth), nearly 1,300 touchdowns and seven championships, with an eighth guaranteed for whoever parties in the confetti in Houston next month....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:11 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jBdAcD

LeBron considering return to US Olympic team under Popovich

INDEPENDENCE, Ohio (AP) -- LeBron James might make another run at Olympic gold with Gregg Popovich....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:02 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/1q9ePL5

LeBron considering return to US Olympic team under Popovich

INDEPENDENCE, Ohio (AP) -- LeBron James says Gregg Popovich taking over as coach of the U.S. Olympic team will be a factor in whether he plays in the 2020 Tokyo Games....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:15 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kdTQz2

Rooney becomes Man United's record scorer with 250th goal

STOKE, England (AP) -- Wayne Rooney became Manchester United's record scorer after moving onto 250 goals by netting a stoppage-time equalizer in Saturday's Premier League game against Stoke....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:04 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kdK5AV

Hackers in Russia claim to shut down African Cup website

LIBREVILLE, Gabon (AP) -- A group of Russian hackers claimed Saturday to have shut down the website of the African Cup of Nations soccer tournament in a protest at organizers holding it in Gabon, where President Ali Bongo Ondimba retained power in disputed and violent elections last year....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:44 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2iXiUoH

2 convicted in shooting that paralyzed "Hoop Dreams" player

CHICAGO (AP) -- Two men have been convicted of attempted murder and aggravated battery for a shooting that paralyzed a Chicago high school basketball coach who played on one of the teams featured in the 1994 documentary "Hoop Dreams."...

from AP Top Sports News at 10:31 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jKhrpH

Lucic-Baroni, Brady take different paths to success at slams

MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) -- For both the veteran, Mirjana Lucic-Baroni, and the newcomer, Jennifer Brady, it's a completely unexpected position to be in: Playing for a spot in the quarterfinals of the Australian Open....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:29 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2iVTCqW

Savannah St., Citadel all about shooting 3s, shooting fast

Savannah State coach Horace Broadnax pulled a fast one on his players before the season, and now the Tigers have the fastest offense in Division I basketball....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:29 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jJCKrt

пятница, 20 января 2017 г.

WNBA players starting to invest in food industry

NEW YORK (AP) -- Whether it's to plan for their future once basketball is done, promote healthy living or just to have some fun, WNBA players such as Sue Bird and Maya Moore are getting involved in the food industry....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:10 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jJkte5

Savannah St., Citadel all about shooting 3s, shooting fast

Savannah State coach Horace Broadnax pulled a fast one on his players before the season, and now the Tigers have the fastest offense in Division I basketball....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:10 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2iVFC0q

Kickers for final 4 NFL playoff teams each have leg up

GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) -- Touchdowns are always nice, but clutch kickers are welcome security blankets for NFL offenses, especially in the playoffs....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:04 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jKh9Q4

Warriors get 6th straight win, 125-108 over Rockets

HOUSTON (AP) -- The Golden State Warriors wanted to make sure the Houston Rockets wouldn't beat them from the 3-point line....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:03 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jXR90Y

Warriors get 6th straight win, 125-108 over Rockets

HOUSTON (AP) -- Kevin Durant scored 32 points and the Golden State Warriors used a big third quarter to build a huge lead and coast to their sixth straight victory, 125-108 over the Houston Rockets on Friday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:36 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/1yb5Twj

Pioneer car owner Raymond Parks inducted into Hall of Fame

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) -- Raymond Parks, one of the first team owners in NASCAR, has been inducted into the NASCAR Hall of Fame....

from AP Top Sports News at 8:21 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/1nmYLGM

Lipinski, Weir shine as a top pair at skating championships

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) -- Johnny Weir and Tara Lipinski have something to say....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:30 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jhAUet

Cavs' Irving shares inspirational message to motivate kids

CLEVELAND (AP) -- Kyrie Irving spent a day dedicated to transition and big speeches by delivering a message from the heart....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:11 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2iLsnnS