Jolly Sport: февраля 2017

вторник, 28 февраля 2017 г.

Pick 6: Notre Dame, Texas positioned for turnaround in 2017

The premise is simple: Close games are often decided by good fortune as much as good play. Therefore, a team that loses a lot of close games one season is likely to add wins the next season as its bad luck evens out....

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

As soon as the check clears, Golden Knights ready to deal

While 30 NHL teams were talking trades ahead of this week's deadline, the wheeling and dealing is about to begin for the 31st....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:31 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/1NDa5bG

NFL prospects have been prepping for this big week

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- The 330 players arriving at the league's annual combine have been preparing for this week's "Underwear Olympics" like a prize fighter gets ready for his big night, pumping iron and cutting carbs....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:21 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2mDzrBl

Warriors lose Durant to injury, lose game to Wizards 112-108

WASHINGTON (AP) -- Kevin Durant injured his left knee and departed after only 93 seconds, Golden State trailed by as many as 19 points in the first quarter, and Stephen Curry missed a potential go-ahead 3-pointer late, all leading to a 112-108 victory for the Washington Wizards, who got a career high-tying 19 assists from John Wall on Tuesday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:48 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/1D9jSRO

Agent: Andrew Bogut has chosen the Cavaliers

Andrew Bogut has chosen to join the Cleveland Cavaliers, giving LeBron James and the defending champions another accomplished veteran as they prepare to mount a run to their third straight NBA Finals....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:20 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2lmrvma

Baylor suspends football player hit with protective order

Baylor safety Travon Blanchard has been suspended after the school was notified that a protective order had been issued against him....

from AP Top Sports News at 8:43 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2mIyd6U

Jets inform Darrelle Revis that he's being released

NEW YORK (AP) -- The New York Jets have informed cornerback Darrelle Revis that they are releasing him, ending his second tenure with the team which was marked by a slip in play because of injuries and age....

from AP Top Sports News at 8:28 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2mqIMj9

Warriors' Durant hyperextends left knee against Wizards

WASHINGTON (AP) -- Kevin Durant's latest return home did not go well and did not last long: He hyperextended his left knee and exited the Golden State Warriors' game at the Washington Wizards for good after all of 93 seconds Tuesday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 8:08 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2lR76cf

Agent: Andrew Bogut has chosen the Cavaliers

Veteran center Andrew Bogut has chosen to join the Cleveland Cavaliers....

from AP Top Sports News at 8:08 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2lmvkrj

Warriors say Durant hyperextended his left knee against Wiz

WASHINGTON (AP) -- The Golden State Warriors say that Kevin Durant hyperextended his left knee and will not return to their game against the Washington Wizards....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:53 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2mCtpkz

NFL considering making referees fulltime

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- The NFL is considering making referees full-time employees and centralizing replay review at its New York headquarters as it aims for more consistent, shorter games....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:43 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2mqBBap

Charles released; Cousins gets exclusive franchise tag

The free agent marketplace gained two big names at running back, lost the prime quarterback potentially available, and saw two top defenders removed from the grab bag....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:25 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/VMJ1mC

Tibet women's soccer team denied US travel visas

A Tibet women's soccer team has been denied U.S. visas to participate in a tournament in Dallas....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:20 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2m50qb7

Mumps the word: Players hope NHL can contain latest outbreak

The return of the mumps has caught some NHL players by surprise and they are counting on the league being better equipped to deal with the second such outbreak in a little over two years....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:29 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2m4UA9N

PGA Championship to allow shorts in practice rounds

MEXICO CITY (AP) -- The PGA Championship in the middle of summer tends to be hot, especially in the South....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:14 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2mqc4ym

NFL considering making referees fulltime

Pitchless intentional walks could start this week

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) -- Pitchless intentional walks could start in spring training games this week....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:04 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2l93F1N

Kansas coach Bill Self bidding farewell to his senior son

LAWRENCE, Kan. (AP) -- Bill Self tried his best to treat all his seniors the same....

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

Rory McIlroy tries to catch up with the rest of golf's stars

MEXICO CITY (AP) -- Even during his seven weeks away from competition, Rory McIlroy managed to stay relevant....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:04 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2l94h7P

RB Adrian Peterson a free agent after 10 years with Vikings

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) -- Adrian Peterson, Minnesota's all-time leading rusher and a first-team All-Pro pick in four of his 10 seasons with the Vikings, will be an unrestricted free agent for the first time in his career when the market opens next week....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:44 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2maDcR9

Police: Colts' David Parry arrested in Scottsdale, Arizona

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. (AP) -- Indianapolis Colts defensive lineman David Parry has been arrested in Scottsdale, Arizona, on suspicion of assaulting the driver of a motorized cart and then stealing and crashing the vehicle....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:44 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2mHPQ78

AP source: Joe Blanton, Nats agree to $4M, 1-year contract

WASHINGTON (AP) -- Setup man Joe Blanton and the Washington Nationals agreed to a $4 million, one-year contract, according to a person with knowledge of the deal....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:44 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2mauJ0s

Manziel tries to reassure judge after missing court deadline

DALLAS (AP) -- After missing a court-ordered deadline, Johnny Manziel appeared before a judge Tuesday and promised to meet the stipulations required to get the troubled quarterback's domestic violence case dismissed while saying his distrust of the NFL played a part in the delay....

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

Gymnast Olga Korbut's gold medal from 1972 Games nets $66K

How much is a 1972 gold medal won by Soviet gymnast Olga Korbut worth? According to a recent auction, $66,000....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:40 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2l8L9a9

RB Adrian Peterson a free agent after 10 years with Vikings

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) -- Adrian Peterson, Minnesota's all-time leading rusher, will be an unrestricted free agent when the market opens next week....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:23 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/X2pQps

Manziel says life 'trending upward' despite judge's concern

DALLAS (AP) -- Johnny Manziel is trying to reassure a judge concerned that the Heisman Trophy-winning quarterback isn't being serious about the conditions of getting his domestic violence case dismissed, saying his "life is trending upward" and that he is "taking care of this."...

from AP Top Sports News at 12:09 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2gv9nI3

Mets' Wright has shoulder injury, won't throw for 2 weeks

NEW YORK (AP) -- Mets captain David Wright has returned from spring training to New York, been diagnosed with impingement in his right shoulder and was told not to throw for two weeks....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:09 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/1sfwaGz

Nelly scolds Mike Piazza for dissing St. Louis restaurants

Nelly has promised to bring baseball Hall of Famer Mike Piazza back to eat in the rapper's hometown of St. Louis after Piazza spoke ill of the city's restaurant scene....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:02 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2m3JXUm

AP source: Nationals, Joe Blanton agree to 1-year contract

WASHINGTON (AP) -- A person with knowledge of the deal tells The Associated Press that reliever Joe Blanton and the Washington Nationals have agreed to a $4 million, one-year contract....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:02 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2mB3Zn1

Mets' Wright has shoulder injury, won't throw for 2 weeks

Phelps asks Congress to ensure anti-doping system is fair

WASHINGTON (AP) -- Testifying before a congressional hearing on improving anti-doping measures, Michael Phelps has expressed frustration over seeing others cheat and says athletes need to believe the system works....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:37 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2mH9joo

Undefeated Catamounts! Vermont owns longest current streak

BURLINGTON, Vt. (AP) -- The longest winning streak in the 117-year history of Vermont basketball, 18 games, is now the longest current winning streak in all of NCAA Division I. The Catamounts (26-5) took over the top spot Saturday night after then top-ranked Gonzaga (29-1) lost to BYU....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:20 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2l8ij9H

Police: Colts' David Parry arrested in Scottsdale, Arizona

Michael Phelps talks to Congress about athlete drug testing

WASHINGTON (AP) -- Michael Phelps is to be in Washington to speak out in support of more consistent drug testing for competitive athletes....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:02 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2m3aBwV

понедельник, 27 февраля 2017 г.

TOP 25 THIS WEEK: No. 17 Duke hobbled entering final week

RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) -- Little has gone smoothly or as expected for No. 17 Duke this season....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:05 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/1ufliW3

Quarantined Parise, Pominville out for Wild with mumps

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) -- The Minnesota Wild came back from their five-day bye with a most unwelcome visitor: the mumps virus....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:11 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2m0Qtvf

Quarantined Parise, Pominville out for Wild with mumps

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) -- The Minnesota Wild came back from their five-day bye with a most unwelcome visitor: the mumps virus....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:59 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2mF6Hrc

Despite cold Curry, Durant and Warriors beat 76ers 119-108

PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- Stephen Curry is surrounded by stars with the Golden State Warriors. He's never needed them more than Monday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:31 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2lt6J59

No. 1 Kansas rallies to beat Oklahoma 73-63 on Senior Night

LAWRENCE, Kan. (AP) -- Frank Mason III scored 23 points in his final game at Allen Fieldhouse, Devonte Graham hit a series of crucial 3-pointers in the second half and top-ranked Kansas rallied from a 10-point deficit to beat Oklahoma 73-63 on Monday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:27 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2m0vnx9

Capitals acquire defenseman Kevin Shattenkirk from Blues

WASHINGTON (AP) -- The Washington Capitals have acquired defenseman Kevin Shattenkirk in a trade with the St. Louis Blues....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:27 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2myAv9q

No. 2 Baylor rolls Oklahoma 103-64 days after Mulkey's rant

NORMAN, Okla. (AP) -- Kim Mulkey walked into the postgame press conference with the expression and demeanor of a coach whose team had just lost by 39 points....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:27 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2m0CQwa

Maple Leafs acquire Brian Boyle from Lightning

Brian Boyle is moving up the standings, the Tampa Bay Lightning are moving on and the Toronto Maple Leafs are moving into playoff mode....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:47 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2mF7GYg

Guy, Perrantes help No. 23 Virginia beat No. 5 UNC 53-43

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (AP) -- Virginia coach Tony Bennett took the blames for a poor approach in No. 23 Virginia's 24-point loss at No. 5 North Carolina nine days ago....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:18 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2mypjtu

Despite cold Curry, Durant and Warriors beat 76ers 119-108

PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- Kevin Durant had 27 points in his return to the lineup and the Golden State Warriors overcame the worst 3-point shooting performance of Stephen Curry's career in a 119-108 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers on Monday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:59 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2lsUUMj

Despite cold Curry, Durant and Warriors beat 76ers 119-108

DeRozan's jumper, 37 points lead Raptors past Knicks, 92-91

NEW YORK (AP) -- DeMar DeRozan made a turnaround jumper with 1.9 seconds remaining, finishing with 37 points and leading the Toronto Raptors to a 92-91 victory over the New York Knicks on Monday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:36 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2m53eoS

Guy, Perrantes help No. 23 Virginia beat No. 5 UNC 53-43

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (AP) -- Kyle Guy scored 17 points, London Perrantes had 13 and No. 23 Virginia used a small lineup to neutralize No. 5 North Carolina's size in a 53-43 victory Monday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:12 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2myg7oR

On point: Guard Deron Williams signs with champion Cavaliers

CLEVELAND (AP) -- After rattling off several reasons for signing with the Cavaliers, Deron Williams got around to the one that matters most....

from AP Top Sports News at 8:28 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2lsVxFN

Quarantined Parise, Pominville out for Wild with mumps

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) -- Minnesota Wild forwards Zach Parise and Jason Pominville have been diagnosed with mumps and must miss at least three games....

from AP Top Sports News at 8:20 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2l6pYp6

Stars acquire Greg Pateryn from Canadiens for Jordie Benn

DALLAS (AP) -- The Montreal Canadiens acquired Jordie Benn from the Dallas Stars for Greg Pateryn and a fourth-round pick in the 2017 draft in an exchange of defensemen Monday....

from AP Top Sports News at 8:07 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2l6v0ln

NFL teams get jump start on franchise tags

Le'Veon Bell, Chandler Jones and Kawann Short didn't have to wait until Wednesday's deadline to get franchise tagged....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:47 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2m07PZ1

Steelers sign Brown to new deal, place franchise tag on Bell

PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Pittsburgh Steelers general manager Kevin Colbert stressed earlier this month one of the team's biggest goals during the offseason was to make wide receiver Antonio Brown and running back Le'Veon Bell vital parts of the organization "for life."...

from AP Top Sports News at 7:47 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2my0Lkm

Pelicans searching for right plan with Cousins in fold

METAIRIE, La. (AP) -- As Anthony Davis and DeMarcus Cousins hoisted up extra shots near one another after practice, Pelicans coach Alvin Gentry stood in a far corner of the club's practice gym, trying to explain why New Orleans hasn't won in three games since the All-Star big men became teammates....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:47 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2m02SiU

Knicks waive Brandon Jennings, lose Joakim Noah to surgery

NEW YORK (AP) -- Brandon Jennings is gone and Joakim Noah had knee surgery....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:32 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2li5rJm

Small-school players ready for biggest test at NFL combine

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- Connor Harris and Krishawn Hogan are ready to answer questions at this week's NFL scouting combine....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:22 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2lsr0ru

Steelers place franchise tag on running back Le'Veon Bell

PITTSBURGH (AP) -- The Pittsburgh Steelers want to make running back Le'Veon Bell a part of the organization "for life."...

from AP Top Sports News at 5:48 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2mErWcw

Column: Hype, new format didn't equal must-watch Daytona 500

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) -- The Daytona 500 was sold out, the grid packed with celebrities, the fan area full of activities including a motorcycle "Ball of Death."...

from AP Top Sports News at 5:48 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/1plvr4m

'It's crazy': LSU lefty allows no runs, 1 hit in 15 innings

Jared Poche' could have signed with the San Diego Padres after he became the first LSU pitcher to win nine games in three straight seasons. The Tigers are sure glad he didn't....

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

'It's crazy': LSU lefty allows no runs, 1 hit in 15 innings

Stars acquire Greg Pateryn from Canadiens for Jordie Benn

DALLAS (AP) -- The Dallas Stars have acquired defenseman Greg Pateryn and a 2017 fourth-round pick from the Montreal Canadiens for defenseman Jordie Benn....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:44 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2lsa9oL

Tebow learns from Jacksonville neighbor Daniel Murphy

PORT ST. LUCIE, Fla. (AP) -- After struggling in the Arizona Fall League last year, New York Mets prospect Tim Tebow turned his attention to his hometown of Jacksonville for some help and inspiration....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:30 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2lhxGYD

Maple Leafs acquire Brian Boyle from Lightning

The Toronto Maple Leafs acquired forward Brian Boyle in a trade with the Tampa Bay Lightning on Monday....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:30 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2mnlAlU

Trades hinging on playoff success are 'in vogue' in the NHL

The NHL trade deadline can make for some conflicting interests come playoff time....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:12 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2lPanHx

Tebow learns from Jacksonville neighbor Daniel Murphy

Knicks waive Brandon Jennings, lose Joakim Noah to surgery

NEW YORK (AP) -- Brandon Jennings is gone and Joakim Noah is headed for knee surgery....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:53 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2l5sD23

UConn still No. 1 in AP women's poll; rest of top 5 shuffles

NEW YORK (AP) -- UConn remains the No. 1 team in The Associated Press women's basketball poll while the rest of the top five were shuffled Monday....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:36 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2m3sSuu

Kansas moves to No. 1 in AP poll, Villanova 2nd, UCLA 3rd

Kansas, which won a record 13th consecutive Big 12 regular-season title, is the new No. 1 in The Associated Press college basketball poll....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:09 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2m37k15

4 players could miss Match Play in detour to the Masters

PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla. (AP) -- The road to the Masters isn't what it used to be....

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

Goal-line technology may have ended PSV's Dutch title hopes

THE HAGUE, Netherlands (AP) -- After PSV Eindhoven goalkeeper Jeroen Zoet made the save, he made a costly mistake....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:54 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2mm5nxc

Russian athletes fight back against doping, state control

MOSCOW (AP) -- A group of Russian track and field athletes want to beat dopers with science and show that their country can win clean....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:38 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2mCNYwf

Ibrahimovic will 'stop on top' but is coy on United future

LONDON (AP) -- Ever the showman, Zlatan Ibrahimovic seems to be reveling in maintaining the suspense....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:36 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2l3dvm4

7-foot-7 'Game of Thrones' actor Neil Fingleton dies at 36

LONDON (AP) -- Neil Fingleton, a 7-foot 7-inch actor who played the giant Mag the Mighty in "Game of Thrones" has died at 36....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:59 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2lqyDhY

воскресенье, 26 февраля 2017 г.

Griffin scores 43, Clippers hold off Hornets 124-121 in OT

LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Since returning from knee surgery last month, a healthy Blake Griffin has been on quite a tear....

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

Party Time! Outlaw, Smoke, Gronk turn Daytona 500 into bash

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) -- The Outlaw, Smoke and Gronk turned the Daytona 500 into party central....

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

Pat Riley says Magic Johnson will win with the Lakers

MIAMI (AP) -- Pat Riley has never doubted Magic Johnson, and isn't about to start now....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:01 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/Kwu6Hq

Jerry, Jimmy get healing time as Cowboys celebrate '92 team

DALLAS (AP) -- Jimmy Johnson moved from one interview to another, smiling plenty and comfortably addressing questions about his relationship with Jerry Jones in a rare offseason appearance to celebrate the 1992 Dallas Cowboys, who won both their first Super Bowl....

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

Fowler joins friends in winning and extends youth movement

PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla. (AP) -- Golf's youngest and biggest stars keep winning....

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

Griffin scores 43, Clippers hold off Hornets 124-121 in OT

LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Blake Griffin scored a season-high 43 points and Chris Paul had 15 points and 17 assists as the Los Angeles Clippers held off the Charlotte Hornets 124-121 in overtime Sunday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:55 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2m11Kw5

Wild acquire center Martin Hanzal in trade with Coyotes

In acquiring center Martin Hanzal, the Minnesota Wild are going all in trying to win the Stanley Cup this season....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:28 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2lppuGH

Wild acquire center Martin Hanzal in trade with Coyotes

The Minnesota Wild have acquired Czech center Martin Hanzal from the Arizona Coyotes in a trade that includes several draft picks....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:02 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2lKyoB6

Westbrook scores 41 in triple-double as Thunder top Pelicans

OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) -- Russell Westbrook scored 41 points in his 29th triple-double of the season to help the Oklahoma City Thunder beat the New Orleans Pelicans 118-110 on Sunday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:46 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/1ENkpy4

LA Kings acquire goalie Ben Bishop in trade with Lightning

LOS ANGELES (AP) -- The Los Angeles Kings have decided to make their postseason push with two dependable veteran goalies sharing the crease....

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

Nicklaus says Woods' status is puzzling

PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla. (AP) -- Jack Nicklaus says he was "painting a picture" when he suggested after a practice round with Tiger Woods at the 1996 Masters that Woods had the game to win at least 10 green jackets....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:49 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2m00iKr

At last, Stewart finds his way to Daytona 500 victory lane

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) -- Tony Stewart needed to retire to win the Daytona 500....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:25 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/1D8x63E

Kurt Busch steals a monster of a win in Daytona 500

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) -- Kurt Busch had a monster start to the season with a last-lap pass to win the crash-filled Daytona 500....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:03 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2lea5Ih

Nicklaus says Woods' status is puzzling

Indians, Cubs tie 1-all in 1st matchup since World Series

MESA, Ariz. (AP) -- Danny Salazar breezed through his first outing for the Cleveland Indians. No extra adrenaline from facing the Chicago Cubs. No interest in revisiting the World Series....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:03 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2lebj6h

Kings acquire Bishop in trade with Lightning

The Los Angeles Kings have acquired goaltender Ben Bishop in a trade with the Tampa Bay Lightning....

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

Fowler finally makes it easy in Honda Classic victory

PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla. (AP) -- Rickie Fowler made it interesting Sunday for as long as it took him to make two big putts to pull away in the Honda Classic....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:59 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2l0JB1E

Top 25 REWIND: Top-ranked Gonzaga to fall after loss to BYU

SPOKANE, Wash. (AP) -- Top-ranked Gonzaga had an undefeated regular season in its sights, facing a 20-point underdog in the final game at The Kennel....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:12 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2gPDRS7

Top 25 REWIND: Top-ranked Gonzaga to fall after loss to BYU

SPOKANE, Wash. (AP) -- Top-ranked Gonzaga had an undefeated regular season in its sights, facing a 20-point underdog in the final game at The Kennel....

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

Injured Milos Raonic withdraws, Sock wins Delray Beach Open

DELRAY BEACH, Fla. (AP) -- Top-seeded Milos Raonic has withdrawn from the Delray Beach Open final because of a hamstring injury, giving the title to Jack Sock....

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

Turner leads Notre Dame past Florida State for ACC title

SOUTH BEND, Ind. (AP) -- Brianna Turner scored 24 points to lead No. 5 Notre Dame to its fourth straight ACC regular season title with a 79-61 win over No. 8 Florida State on Sunday....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:46 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2l0wQEq

Former NHL enforcer suspended as youth coach following brawl

BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) -- Former NHL enforcer Andrew Peters has been suspended indefinitely as coach of a youth hockey team pending a Buffalo police investigation into his role in an on-ice brawl....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:36 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2lZ63rI

Zlatan Ibrahimovic's double wins League Cup for Man United

LONDON (AP) -- Zlatan Ibrahimovic powered in a late header to win the League Cup for Manchester United on Sunday, sealing a 3-2 victory over Southampton after a two-goal lead was thrown away by Jose Mourinho's side....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:33 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2ldGu1w

The Latest: 50 years after win, Andretti back at Daytona

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) -- The Latest on the Daytona 500 (all times local):...

from AP Top Sports News at 11:09 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2lvrgH8

Jansrud wins men's super-G title as Fill takes race win

KVITFJELL, Norway (AP) -- Norwegian Kjetil Jansrud secured the men's World Cup super-G title on home snow as Peter Fill won Sunday's race....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:09 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2ms9LaQ

Tsonga wins all-French final at Open 13

MARSEILLE, France (AP) -- Second-seeded Jo-Wilfried Tsonga won a second title in as many weeks by defeating fellow Frenchman Lucas Pouille 6-4, 6-4 in the final of the Open 13 on Sunday....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:01 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/1djqPn5

The Latest: Hamlin trying to join exclusive Daytona 500 club

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) -- The Latest on the Daytona 500 (all times local):...

from AP Top Sports News at 10:22 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2l8EoRj

Pacquiao, Khan announce they will fight on April 23

WBO world welterweight champion Manny Pacquiao and Amir Khan say they have agreed to terms for a fight on April 23....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:05 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2lJa96l

Farah says linking him with 'drug misuse' claims upsetting

LONDON (AP) -- Quadruple Olympic champion Mo Farah maintained Sunday that he has always competed cleanly and never broken anti-doping rules, countering any association with "allegations of drug misuse."...

from AP Top Sports News at 8:30 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2mrK3Do

Norway wins women's team cross-country sprint at worlds

LAHTI, Finland (AP) -- Norway continued its domination of women's cross-country skiing at the world championships with victory in Sunday's classic-style team sprint....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:16 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2myRzeB

Martins Dukurs wins his 5th skeleton world championship

KOENIGSSEE, Germany (AP) -- Martins Dukurs of Latvia held on to win his fifth skeleton world championship on Sunday....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:24 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2mjn14O

суббота, 25 февраля 2017 г.

Mika leads BYU to upset of No. 1 Gonzaga 79-71

SPOKANE, Wash. (AP) -- Top-ranked Gonzaga's quest to go undefeated this season ended under a barrage of baskets by BYU's Eric Mika on Saturday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:37 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2miUHiH

Splash Brothers lead way for Warriors with Durant out hurt

OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) -- Stephen Curry scored 27 points on a night Kevin Durant missed his first game of the season with a hand injury, and the Golden State Warriors beat the Brooklyn Nets 112-95 on Saturday to clinch a playoff berth....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:03 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/1j25Lur

Mika leads BYU to upset of No. 1 Gonzaga 79-71

SPOKANE, Wash. (AP) -- Eric Mika had 29 points and 11 rebounds to help BYU upset No. 1 Gonzaga 79-71 on Saturday night, ending the Bulldogs' quest to go undefeated in the final game of the regular season....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:38 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/1Do6s4v

Crosby scores 34th, Penguins top Flyers 4-2 at Heinz Field

PITTSBURGH (AP) -- The pomp. The circumstance. The spectacle. Sidney Crosby's used to all of it. So the message the Pittsburgh Penguins captain and the rest of the veterans sent to their teammates making their first appearances in an NHL Stadium Series game was pretty simple....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:08 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kYuTIn

Bulls benefit as James sits with strep, beat Cavs 117-99

CLEVELAND (AP) -- Dwyane Wade scored 20 points and Jimmy Butler recorded a triple-double, leading the Chicago Bulls to a 117-99 victory Saturday night over the Cleveland Cavaliers, who played without LeBron James....

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

Bulls benefit as James sits with strep, beat Cavs 117-99

No. 5 UCLA dominates offensive boards to edge No. 4 Arizona

TUCSON, Ariz. (AP) -- Thomas Welsh scored 12 of his 14 points in the second half and No. 5 UCLA dominated the offensive boards to beat No. 4 Arizona 77-72 in a Pac-12 showdown Saturday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:08 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2lI1eSz

Crosby scores 34th, Penguins top Flyers 4-2 at Heinz Field

PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Sidney Crosby scored his NHL-leading 34th goal, Matt Murray made 35 saves and the Pittsburgh Penguins beat the Philadelphia Flyers 4-2 at blustery Heinz Field on Saturday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:08 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/1iSeKwZ

Bulls take advantage of James' absence, beat Cavs 117-99

Wilder retains WBC title with 5th-round KO of Washington

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) -- Deontay Wilder returned from right arm injuries to stop Gerald Washington in the fifth round and retain his WBC heavyweight title Saturday night in a fight that heated up quickly after a quiet start....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:37 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2lSqYMw

No. 5 UCLA dominates offensive boards to edge No. 4 Arizona

Wilder retains WBC title with 5th-round KO of Washington

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) -- Deontay Wilder returned from right arm injuries to stop Gerald Washington in the fifth round retain his WBC heavyweight title Saturday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:28 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2mqkFh4

LeBron James to miss Cavs' game against Bulls with illness

CLEVELAND (AP) -- LeBron James will not play in Cleveland's game against the Chicago Bulls because of an illness....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:31 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/1AIe30Y

Reed grabs Xfinity Series win in wreck-fest at Daytona

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) -- Ryan Reed picked up the second Xfinity Series victory of his career - both at Daytona International Speedway - by winning the wreck-filled season-opener Saturday....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:23 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/1EDh3e2

Arizona recruit to be first openly gay scholarship player

TUCSON, Ariz. (AP) -- University of Arizona recruit My-King Johnson is set to become the first active openly gay scholarship player in major-college football history....

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

Wagner leads Michigan over No. 14 Purdue 82-70

ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) -- Moe Wagner scored 22 of his 24 points in the first half, outplaying everyone on Purdue's vaunted front line and leading Michigan to an 82-70 victory over the 14th-ranked Boilermakers on Saturday....

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

Border agents ask Muhammad Ali's son: 'Are you Muslim?'

Muhammad Ali's son, who bears the boxing great's name, was detained by immigration officials at a Florida airport and questioned about his ancestry and religion in what amounted to unconstitutional profiling, a family friend said Saturday....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:55 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2miwI3d

Gibbs, Penske defend NASCAR as having bright future

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) -- Joe Gibbs joined the list of heavy hitters defending NASCAR during one of its shakiest periods in decades....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:18 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2lRvdbm

Jets release Mangold, veteran center says

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. (AP) -- The New York Jets have released Nick Mangold, the veteran center said Saturday on his Twitter account....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:17 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2lHrhHP

Stewart enjoying new role, puts Le Mans on 'bucket list'

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) -- Tony Stewart can show up late, leave early or not even attend NASCAR practices these days....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:39 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2lVHX18

Ban Gone: South Carolina stepping into postseason

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) -- For more than 15 years, the state of South Carolina stood on the sidelines watching as big-time, postseason basketball passed it by....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:16 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2mp9Trr

Suarez carries Mexican banner into NASCAR's top series

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) -- Daniel Suarez wore a suit but ditched the tie the first time he spoke at the White House. The classy, yet casual, attire seemed to fit the moment for a speech in front of about 150 Latino students not much younger than him....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:39 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2lH2ENp

Leicester in relegation zone after results go against champs

LONDON (AP) -- Leicester's despair was amplified when the team that lifted the Premier League trophy last year slipped into the relegation zone on Saturday....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:42 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2ea4Uqs

Mortensen-Terdiman get 3rd in final World Cup luge standings

Matt Mortensen went into the final World Cup luge doubles race of the season thinking he and partner Jayson Terdiman had almost no chance of reaching the top three in the overall standings....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:29 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2lQIwZE

Stuhec wins super-G to close in on Shiffrin as Vonn crashes

CRANS MONTANA, Switzerland (AP) -- Suddenly the overall title is not looking so certain for Mikaela Shiffrin after Ilka Stuhec won a super-G race on Saturday to further reduce the gap....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:14 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/O5Ubj1

No games: Bryan tied for lead at Honda Classic

PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla. (AP) -- This was not a trick. This was a PGA Tour event....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:16 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2lFOsmd

пятница, 24 февраля 2017 г.

Westbrook's triple-double leads Thunder past Lakers, 110-93

OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) -- Russell Westbrook connected with his new teammates immediately....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:13 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/1EFadD9

DeRozan has career-high 43, Raptors beat Celtics 107-97

TORONTO (AP) -- DeMar DeRozan scored a career-high 43 points and the Toronto Raptors rallied from a 17-point deficit to beat the Boston Celtics 107-97 on Friday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:04 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/1C3klnC

DeRozan has career-high 43, Raptors beat Celtics 107-97

Westbrook's triple-double leads Thunder past Lakers, 110-93

OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) -- Russell Westbrook scored 17 points in his 28th triple-double of the season, and his new teammates fit in seamlessly as the Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the Los Angeles Lakers 110-93 on Friday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:45 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2lEOyfp

Capitals beat Oilers to extend home winning streak to 13

WASHINGTON (AP) -- Without their usual offensive dominance at home and missing several key regulars, the Washington Capitals kept the puck almost all night and kept their home winning streak alive....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:42 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2lTr2vY

Capitals beat Oilers to extend home winning streak to 13

WASHINGTON (AP) -- Justin Williams and Tom Wilson scored as the Washington Capitals beat the Edmonton Oilers 2-1 on Friday night to tie the franchise record with their 13th consecutive home victory....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:44 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/157mlSx

Judge sentences high school football player in assault case

DIETRICH, Idaho (AP) -- An Idaho judge has sentenced a high school football player to three years of probation and 300 hours of community service after prosecutors said he took part in a locker room sexual assault on a black football player in a small Idaho town....

from AP Top Sports News at 8:49 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2lElQew

Judge sentences high school football player in assault case

DIETRICH, Idaho (AP) -- An Idaho judge has sentenced a high school football player to three years of probation and 300 hours of community service after prosecutors said he took part in a brutal locker room assault on a black football player in a small Idaho town....

from AP Top Sports News at 8:26 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2mgy66t

Wieters joins Nationals; Judge hits long homer for Yankees

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) -- Matt Wieters finally has a new team. One crazy accident turned his free agency into a harrowing experience....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:00 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2l94qTK

Wieters joins Nationals; Judge hits long homer for Yankees

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) -- Matt Wieters finally has a new team. One crazy accident turned his free agency into a harrowing experience....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:51 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2lOySXj

Wieters joins Nationals; Judge hits long homer for Yankees

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) -- Matt Wieters finally has a new team. One crazy accident turned his free agency into a harrowing experience....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:09 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/1DB4am9

Flyers, Penguins hoping for a dash of winter at Heinz Field

PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Mother Nature appears ready to make a kick save on spring ahead of the Stadium Series game between the Philadelphia Flyers and Pittsburgh Penguins on Saturday night at Heinz Field....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:18 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2l8Ux8I

Kansas star Jackson charged with criminal damage

LAWRENCE, Kan. (AP) -- Kansas star freshman Josh Jackson has been charged with misdemeanor criminal damage after allegedly vandalizing a woman's car outside a Lawrence bar....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:26 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2lEfZ7q

Column: Leicester's fall doesn't tarnish an improbable title

These are ugly times at Leicester....

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

Bubble Watch: Izzo's Spartans still shoring up NCAA resume

RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) -- Michigan State and Tom Izzo have repeatedly made March the Spartans' month with strong finishes and Final Four runs. The Spartans are having a tougher time locking down their NCAA Tournament spot and building late-season momentum this time around....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:03 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/1jMZoJS

Przemek Karnowski steadying presence for top-ranked Gonzaga

SPOKANE, Wash. (AP) -- When No. 1 Gonzaga tries to complete an undefeated regular season on Saturday, perhaps no player will be more valuable than center Przemek Karnowski....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:25 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2lC1x19

Penske signs Joey Logano and Shell-Pennzoil to new deal

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) -- Team Penske has locked up a major portion of its NASCAR program by signing driver Joey Logano, crew chief Todd Gordon and sponsor Shell-Pennzoil to extensions that run through "2022 and beyond."...

from AP Top Sports News at 12:35 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2lBzr6l

Nationals announce deal with free-agent catcher Matt Wieters

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) -- The Washington Nationals have announced their agreement with free-agent catcher Matt Wieters....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:25 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2m9fq5f

IOC suggests more changes needed in Olympic host bidding

The International Olympic Committee wants to proceed with changes that could result in both the 2024 and 2028 Summer Games awarded in September....

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

Penske signs Joey Logano and Shell-Pennzoil to new deal

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) -- Team Penske has locked down a major portion of its NASCAR program by signing driver Joey Logano, crew chief Todd Gordon and sponsor Shell-Pennzoil to extensions that run through "2022 and beyond."...

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

Cubs closer Wade Davis reunited with manager Joe Maddon

MESA, Ariz. (AP) -- Wade Davis was a promising starting pitcher when he made his major league debut for Joe Maddon and the Tampa Bay Rays almost eight years ago. Then he was a reliever, and then a starter again and then a reliever....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:05 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2l7Nop6

Jameis Winston: Comments about girls were 'poor word choice'

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) -- Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Jameis Winston, who was accused of raping another student when he was in college, says he made a "poor word choice" in comments about women in a recent talk to students at a Florida elementary school....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:42 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2lhsDYU

Budapest assembly to vote Wednesday on revoking Olympic bid

BUDAPEST, Hungary (AP) -- The Budapest city assembly will vote on Wednesday on a motion to withdraw the city's bid to host the 2024 Olympics....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:35 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2lAaCrz

Jameis Winston: Comments about girls were 'poor word choice'

Charles Barkley drops curse word on 'Inside the NBA'

ATLANTA (AP) -- Charles Barkley accidentally used a curse word on-air when describing the New York Knicks' play on TNT's "Inside the NBA."...

from AP Top Sports News at 7:33 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2l76lZ6

US ski team pulls out of combined race after crashes

CRANS MONTANA, Switzerland (AP) -- The U.S. ski team, including overall World Cup leader Mikaela Shiffrin and Lindsey Vonn, pulled out of the combined race Friday because of dangerous conditions on the course....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:18 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2lMKo5n

Player power strikes again as Ranieri unseated at Leicester

For many, Claudio Ranieri deserved a job for life at Leicester....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:48 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2lCE8v4

Tom Brady: The Movie? Fans divided and foes say they'll pass

BOSTON (AP) -- Tom Brady: The Movie?...

from AP Top Sports News at 4:37 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2l6ATu4

Poulter facing pressure of a different variety

PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla. (AP) -- Ian Poulter used to start every Monday by opening the link to the Official World Golf Ranking....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:31 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2l6HGDQ

Tom Brady: The Movie? Fans divided and foes say they'll pass

BOSTON (AP) -- A new book and a movie are in the works about Tom Brady and the "Deflategate" suspension he overcame to earn an unprecedented fifth Super Bowl ring....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:31 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2l6ipd8

Going, going, gone: NASCAR stars starting to step away

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) -- Jeff Gordon is working in the broadcast booth. Carl Edwards is spending time with family. Tony Stewart is hanging out at dirt tracks....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:15 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2lgrscr

Beauvillier, Greiss lead Islanders to 3-0 win over Canadiens

MONTREAL (AP) -- It was a big night for rookie Anthony Beauvillier and the New York Islanders....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:15 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2lyAKTA

For Rubio and more, passing of trade deadline brought relief

MIAMI (AP) -- Ricky Rubio was trying desperately to take his own advice. Minnesota's point guard told anyone who would listen to him not to worry about the trade deadline, or fret about what moves might be coming....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:52 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2mrz6kb

четверг, 23 февраля 2017 г.

Curry flurry: MVP's huge third quarter propels Warriors

OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) -- Well-rested on fresh legs, Stephen Curry found his 3-point touch during one phenomenal flurry in one game-breaking quarter....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:15 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/1f9oe5W

Kane's hat trick leads Blackhawks past Coyotes 6-3

CHICAGO (AP) -- Patrick Kane scored three goals for his third career hat trick to lead the surging Chicago Blackhawks past the Arizona Coyotes 6-3 on Thursday night for their third straight win and eighth in nine games....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:31 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2lBBbLl

Kane's hat trick leads Blackhawks past Coyotes 6-3

Rockets rout Pelicans, 129-99, in Cousins' New Orleans debut

NEW ORLEANS (AP) -- The Boogie-and-Brow era in New Orleans is off to a highly inauspicious start....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:43 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kSFKUr

Rockets rout Pelicans, 129-99, in Cousins' New Orleans debut

NEW ORLEANS (AP) -- The Boogie-and-Brow era in New Orleans is off to a highly inauspicious start....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:30 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/1IxkLYU

Chase Elliott grabs 1st Cup win in Daytona qualifier

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) -- Chase Elliott already had the top starting spot for NASCAR season-opening Daytona 500, so he had no real reason to race hard Thursday night in a qualifying race....

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

Charles Oakley attends Knicks-Cavaliers game in Cleveland

CLEVELAND (AP) -- Charles Oakley, still at odds with the New York Knicks, watched his former team in his hometown Thursday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 8:40 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2miqRaS

Chase Elliott grabs 1st Cup win in Daytona qualifier

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) -- Chase Elliott finally has his first victory in NASCAR's top series, and even though it was only an exhibition race, new rules earned Elliott a solid 10 points before the start of the season....

from AP Top Sports News at 8:25 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2lAe0TY

AP Source: Mavs get Noel from Sixers; Deron Williams waived

DALLAS (AP) -- The Dallas Mavericks made two plays for the future Thursday, acquiring big man Nerlens Noel from the Philadelphia 76ers before the trading deadline and waiving point guard Deron Williams to clear the way for rookie Yogi Ferrell....

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

For Venezuelan skier, Finnish slopes prove mighty challenge

CARACAS, Venezuela (AP) -- For a Venezuelan skier who had only trained on wheels beneath a bright sun, the slopes of Finland proved a mighty challenge....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:57 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2lB0Vrd

Wesley Bryan, Cody Gribble share lead at Honda

PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla. (AP) -- Cody Gribble and Wesley Bryan returned to PGA National on Thursday under far different circumstances....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:45 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2lL4UDG

AP Source: Deron Williams headed to Cavs after Mavs waiver

LeBron James wanted a playmaker to help the Cleveland Cavaliers' second unit. Deron Williams is ready to be that guy....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:34 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2leVDjU

The big names stay in place on NBA trade-deadline day

MIAMI (AP) -- Paul George stayed put. So did Jimmy Butler, Carmelo Anthony and Derrick Rose....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:19 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/1FpktEB

AP Source: Deron Williams headed to Cavs after Mavs waiver

The Dallas Mavericks waived point guard Deron Williams on Thursday, and the five-time All-Star is now looking to join the Cleveland Cavaliers....

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

2024: A tale of two cities and an uncertain Olympic future

Olympic leader Thomas Bach's grand plan was to streamline the Olympics, cut costs and encourage more cities to try to host the games....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:31 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2mhVDAJ

IAAF clears 3 more Russians to compete at world indoors

Track and field authorities have cleared three more Russian athletes to compete at next month's world indoor track championships....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:50 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2lKV051

Wesley Bryan, Cody Gribble share early lead at Honda

PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla. (AP) -- Cody Gribble and Wesley Bryan returned to PGA National on Thursday under far different circumstances....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:21 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2mi2NoE

Earnhardt's confidence sky high amid return for Daytona 500

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) -- Dale Earnhardt Jr. traded in his T-shirt, jeans and sneakers for a head-to-toe pilot uniform, climbed up the portable stairs and slipped into the cockpit of the iconic Goodyear Blimp....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:00 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2mqgKQB

Omaha police: Creighton's Watson suspect in sexual assault

OMAHA, Neb. (AP) -- Police say Creighton basketball player Maurice Watson Jr. is a suspect in an alleged sexual assault in Omaha....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:53 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2mpX4MO

AP study: 113 percent average raise in baseball arbitration

NEW YORK (AP) -- An Associated Press study finds that San Diego Padres first baseman Wil Myers landed the biggest raise of all the hefty salary increases in salary arbitration....

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

Earnhardt's confidence sky high amid return for Daytona 500

Dayton taps ex-Minnesota court chief for stadium agency

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) -- Minnesota Gov. Mark Dayton tapped former state Supreme Court Chief Justice Kathleen Blatz to be interim chairwoman of the state's embattled oversight agency of the Minnesota Vikings' stadium on Thursday, installing a fresh face to lead a board that's been wracked by ethical questions surrounding the use of luxury suites for friends and family....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:40 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2lK8I87

AP Source: Mavericks get Noel from 76ers for Bogut, Anderson

A person with knowledge of the deal tells The Associated Press that the Dallas Mavericks have acquired big man Nerlens Noel from the Philadelphia 76ers for Andrew Bogut, Justin Anderson and a protected first-round draft pick....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:19 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kRczBd

Bird, Kidd say don't look for OKC's Westbrook to slow down

OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) -- Larry Bird and Jason Kidd are in awe of Russell Westbrook's ability to make the difficult seem routine....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:19 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/1wRB0LY

AP Source: Mavericks get Noel from 76ers for Bogut, Anderson

Kansas guard Graham apologizes after traffic warrant arrest

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) -- Kansas guard Devonte Graham apologized Thursday for his arrest on a traffic-related warrant hours after helping the third-ranked Jayhawks to a record-tying 13th consecutive Big 12 Conference title with a win over TCU....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:22 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2l41vfe

Kansas guard Graham apologizes after traffic warrant arrest

LAWRENCE, Kan. (AP) -- Kansas guard Devonte Graham was arrested on a traffic-related warrant hours after helping the third-ranked Jayhawks to a record-tying 13th consecutive Big 12 Conference title with a win over TCU....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:31 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2ldhyYK

Power of science: Warriors thrive with chemistry experiment

OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) -- Zaza Pachulia holds his own during competitive games of poker on the airplane alongside Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson - they call it the "Good Guys Table." Andre Iguodala and JaVale McGee, one-time teammates with Denver reunited in Oakland, hold secret chats....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:58 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2lOXK1B

среда, 22 февраля 2017 г.

As trade rumors swirl, George gets back to work with Pacers

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- Paul George showed up to work Wednesday wearing the same Indiana Pacers uniform he has all season....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:41 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/1t6CGfO

D-League getting respect as legit NBA minor league system

SALT LAKE CITY (AP) -- Joel Bolomboy has been back and forth between the NBA Development League's Salt Lake City Stars and the Utah Jazz 15 times since November....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:41 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2lInEn1

Truex forced to relive closest 2nd in Daytona 500 history

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) -- Martin Truex Jr. saw his Daytona 500 victory vanish in just a blink of an eye....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:29 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2l2wsAt

Gillon's 3 at buzzer lifts Syracuse past No. 10 Duke 78-75

SYRACUSE, N.Y. (AP) -- John Gillon had done it before, just not quite on such a grand stage....

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

No. 8 Tar Heels top No. 7 Cardinals 74-63, stretch ACC lead

CHAPEL HILL, N.C. (AP) -- No. 8 North Carolina kept hitting the glass, making its free throws and hitting its outside shots....

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

UNC: fan ejected after exchange with Louisville's Pitino

CHAPEL HILL, N.C. (AP) -- North Carolina coach Roy Williams apologized to Louisville's Rick Pitino after the Cardinals coach had a heated verbal exchange with a fan as he came off the court for halftime during Wednesday night's game....

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

Brooks' 3 leads No. 6 Oregon past Cal 68-65

BERKELEY, Calif. (AP) -- Game-winning shots are becoming old hat for Oregon's Dillon Brooks. Doing it on the road to silence a partisan crowd was a bit of a change....

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

UNC: fan ejected after exchange with Louisville's Pitino

In Lebanon gyms, playtime and escape for Syrian children

BEIRUT (AP) -- Every Sunday, the gymnasium along Beirut's airport highway echoes with the shouting and laughter of dozens of Syrian children enjoying a rare escape from a grim and confined life in exile....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:46 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2lstF6T

Hawks acquire Ersan Ilyasova from 76ers for Tiago Splitter

ATLANTA (AP) -- The Atlanta Hawks have received scoring help for their playoff push by acquiring forward Ersan Ilyasova from the Philadelphia 76ers....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:37 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2l1JlL4

AP source: Hawks acquire Ilyasova from 76ers for Splitter

ATLANTA (AP) -- A person familiar with the situation says the Atlanta Hawks have agreed to trade center Tiago Splitter to the Philadelphia 76ers for forward Ersan Ilyasova....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:22 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2memWM7

Wizards acquire Bogdanovic in trade with Nets

WASHINGTON (AP) -- The Washington Wizards added scoring punch to their bench on the eve of the trade deadline, acquiring swingman Bojan Bogdanovic from the Brooklyn Nets....

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

Wizards acquire Bogdanovic in trade with Nets

Top-ranked UConn routs No. 23 Temple for 102nd straight win

HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) -- Napheesa Collier scored a career high 31 points and top-ranked UConn routed No. 23 Temple 90-45 on Wednesday night to extend the program's record winning streak to 102 straight games....

from AP Top Sports News at 8:57 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2lrv1Pm

UConn moves forward with plans for new athletic fields

STORRS, Conn. (AP) -- The University of Connecticut's Board of Trustees on Wednesday approved spending $4.75 million to design its "Athletic District," which will include new stadiums for soccer, baseball and softball....

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

NBA returns for a break-neck finish to regular season

LeBron James, Steph Curry and the rest of the NBA have had a chance to catch their collective breath, kick their feet up for a few days and rest up after a frenetic first three-and-a-half months of the season....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:13 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2lrjKi9

Transgender wrestler's state bid spotlights Texas policy

EULESS, Texas (AP) -- A 17-year-old transgender wrestler who qualified for the girls state tournament while transitioning from female to male has become a high-profile test of a year-old Texas policy now being criticized by the attorney who tried to keep the athlete from competing....

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

Transgender wrestler's state bid spotlights Texas policy

Mississippi self-imposes 1-year football postseason ban

JACKSON, Miss. (AP) -- Mississippi's football team will not play in the postseason next year. The Rebels might be facing more penalties, too, now that the NCAA says the program has committed more than 20 rules violations over the past several years....

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

Column: Baseball should get serious about speeding up games

KISSIMMEE, Fla. (AP) -- There are all sorts of ways to give baseball a much-needed boost of speed....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:18 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2lx22YW

Mississippi self-imposes 1-year football postseason ban

JACKSON, Miss. (AP) -- Mississippi has self-imposed a one-year postseason football ban for the 2017 season after officials say the school received an amended Notice of Allegations from the NCAA that alleges more rules violations by the program....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:38 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kND9uF

Thomas feeling taller and at home at Honda Classic

PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla. (AP) -- Justin Thomas is walking a little taller this year at the Honda Classic....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:32 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/1cbpML5

Column: Lakers can't count on celebrity to bring back glory

Chasing celebrity isn't mentioned anywhere in the first chapter of the playbook to NBA relevance....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:22 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2l1eKgL

NBA returns for a break-neck finish to regular season

Ice dance champions Davis-White skipping 2018 Olympics

NEW YORK (AP) -- Meryl Davis and Charlie White won't be defending their Olympic ice dance gold medal in South Korea. They're confident they are leaving U.S. chances in good hands....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:49 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2mmLxxw

Budapest to withdraw bid to host 2024 Summer Olympics

BUDAPEST, Hungary (AP) -- Budapest will withdraw its bid to host the 2024 Summer Olympics, leaving only Los Angeles and Paris in the race....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:37 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2l0VIal

Waltrip reflects on last NASCAR start at 'emotional' Daytona

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) -- Michael Waltrip tries not to get too nostalgic or reflective at Daytona International Speedway....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:32 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2lM0f4A

Eyes on prize: Indians nervous about Miller pitching in WBC

GOODYEAR, Ariz. (AP) -- Here's a change or, ahem, a change-up: Andrew Miller has the Indians feeling nervous....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:12 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2lq3Cx5

Pelicans' Cousins: He and Davis can 'wreak havoc' together

METAIRIE, La. (AP) -- DeMarcus Cousins says his prayers have been answered....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:10 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2l0CoJX

Former NFL players union director dies at age 76

MADISON, Wis. (AP) -- Ed Garvey, the lawyer who led the National Football League Players Association through strikes in 1974 and 1982, has died at age 76....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:08 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2mcGoJj

Pelicans' Cousins: He and Davis can 'wreak havoc' together

METAIRIE, La. (AP) -- DeMarcus Cousins says his prayers have been answered....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:54 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2lpB1rM

Former USA Gymnastics doctor charged with sexual assault

LANSING, Mich. (AP) -- A doctor who specialized in treating female gymnasts at Michigan State University and through the elite USA Gymnastics organization was charged Wednesday with sexual assault....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:50 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2l0eZIJ

Former NFL players union director dies at age 76

The Latest: Earnhardt would consider retirement with title

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) -- The Latest on Daytona 500 media day (all times local):...

from AP Top Sports News at 11:57 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2l8EoRj

Former USA Gymnastics doctor charged with sexual assault

The Latest: Patrick says sponsor fight poses no distraction

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) -- The Latest on Daytona 500 media day (all times local):...

from AP Top Sports News at 10:30 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2lvrgH8

MLB players' union agrees to pitchless intentional walks

NEW YORK (AP) -- The players' association has agreed to Major League Baseball's proposal to have intentional walks without pitches this year....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:30 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kM6dDa

UConn moves forward with plans for new athletic fields

STORRS, Conn. (AP) -- The University of Connecticut is moving forward with plans to build new athletic facilities for its soccer, baseball and softball teams....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:04 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kZJ8rT

In nearly 3 years on job, Phil Jackson hasn't fixed Knicks

NEW YORK (AP) -- Carmelo Anthony had a half-season of clues about what Phil Jackson thought of him, and now it was his turn to evaluate his boss....

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

The Latest: Hendrick 'can't sit still' despite Turn 4 issues

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) -- The Latest on Daytona 500 media day (all times local):...

from AP Top Sports News at 9:40 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kZoR5B

Expect more gung-ho attacking in Man City-Monaco Part II

MANCHESTER, England (AP) -- Pep Guardiola and Leonardo Jardim were up and down from their seats in the dugout, trying to get messages to their players but ultimately powerless to exert any control in a chaotic game that was unfolding before them....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:51 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2lF0mP6

вторник, 21 февраля 2017 г.

In nearly 3 years on job, Phil Jackson hasn't fixed Knicks

NEW YORK (AP) -- Carmelo Anthony had a half-season of clues about what Phil Jackson thought of him, and now it was his turn to evaluate his boss....

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

NHL teams expected to pick up trading pace over next week

DETROIT (AP) -- Brendan Smith was planning to spend his bye week in Florida, trying to relax. It might be tough for him to truly get away....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:12 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/1NDa5bG

Byron lifts Canadiens past Rangers in shootout

NEW YORK (AP) -- Paul Byron scored in the fifth round of the shootout and Montreal beat the New York Rangers on Tuesday night to give coach Claude Julien his first win in his second stint with the Canadiens....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:01 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/1qT0KXG

Lakers trading Lou Williams to Houston for Corey Brewer

The Los Angeles Lakers have swung their first deal of the Magic Johnson Era, agreeing to send Lou Williams to the Houston Rockets for Corey Brewer and a future draft pick....

from AP Top Sports News at 8:45 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2llnth3

Lakers trading Lou Williams to Houston for Corey Brewer

Identifying the best in golf not as easy as 10 years ago

PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla. (AP) -- Imagine the best players in golf competing at the absolute top of their games....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:05 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kJ5Rgv

Once under fire, Pitino, Gophers surging toward NCAA Tourney

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) -- This time a year ago, Richard Pitino was at the center of a storm in Minnesota. The Golden Gophers were a disaster on the court and a distraction off of it, on their way to a two-win Big Ten season in his third year on the job....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:42 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2m9u8t8

MLB may make unilateral rule changes for 2018

PHOENIX (AP) -- Major League Baseball intends give the players' association the required one-year advance notice that would allow management to unilaterally change the strike zone, install pitch clocks and limit trips to the pitcher's mound starting in 2018....

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

Jayhawks' run of Big 12 titles poised to reach 13 straight

LAWRENCE, Kan. (AP) -- There is perhaps nobody better than Hall of Fame coach Larry Brown to put into perspective the remarkable streak of conference championships put together by Kansas, one that could stretch to 13 in a row with a victory over TCU on Wednesday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:23 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2l50Nzb

Johnson's 8th title could stake him as NASCAR's greatest

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) -- Jimmie Johnson might have had an easier time had his 6-year-old daughter asked for help with a school art project. Genevieve Johnson instead left dad briefly bewildered with a messier question:...

from AP Top Sports News at 3:59 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2ls9dRS

AP source: Matt Wieters, Nationals agree, pending physical

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) -- Free-agent catcher Matt Wieters and the Washington Nationals have an agreement in principle on a $10.5 million contract for 2017, pending a physical, according to a person familiar with the deal....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:09 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2m9fq5f

Play vs. Rest: For many NBA teams, it's still a real battle

MIAMI (AP) -- There are 27 games remaining on Cleveland's regular-season schedule, and perhaps only one person over that stretch will be able to stop LeBron James....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:09 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2lk2xXJ

AP source: Matt Wieters, Nationals agree, pending physical

Lakers fire Kupchak, put Magic in charge of basketball ops

LOS ANGELES (AP) -- The Los Angeles Lakers fired general manager Mitch Kupchak on Tuesday and put Magic Johnson in charge of basketball operations in a major shake-up of the struggling franchise's front office....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:11 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2ljI7ON

Lakers fire Kupchak, put Magic in charge of basketball ops

LOS ANGELES (AP) -- The Los Angeles Lakers have fired general manager Mitch Kupchak and put Magic Johnson in charge of basketball operations in a major shake-up of the struggling franchise's front office....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:25 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2l4rzI1

St. Louis Blues 7-3 under Yeo following in-season firing

ST. LOUIS (AP) -- General manager Doug Armstrong's difficult decision is paying off....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:02 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2lDjHA3

Lean on me: International NBA players supporting each other

SALT LAKE CITY (AP) -- Boris Diaw arrived at his favorite Salt Lake City coffeehouse expecting to meet fellow Frenchman Rudy Gobert, and just smirked when told Gobert was running late....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:41 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2m8RcIv

Super subs are now key players on pitching-dominated rosters

KISSIMMEE, Fla. (AP) -- Jace Peterson starts out the day shagging fly balls in the outfield. Then, he changes gloves and heads to the infield to take some grounders....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:57 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2m8tqMN

Soccer star Abby Wambach gets engaged to Christian writer

Retired U.S. soccer star Abby Wambach has announced her engagement to Christian writer Glennon Doyle Melton....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:40 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kI9wec

Vermont's Stowe Mountain Resort to be bought by Vail Resorts

STOWE, Vt. (AP) -- Stowe Mountain Resort in Vermont is being purchased by the Colorado-based Vail Resorts for $50 million....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:31 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2lCO0XI

Super subs are now key players on pitching-dominated rosters

Reverse keeper eats meat pie on sidelines in betting stunt

LONDON (AP) -- A 45-year-old backup goalkeeper used his team's big moment against Arsenal to take part in a betting stunt....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:27 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2mht1qA

понедельник, 20 февраля 2017 г.

Ankiel says he drank vodka before starts to tame anxiety

ST. LOUIS (AP) -- Rick Ankiel says he drank vodka before his first two starts in 2001 to quell anxiety after throwing five wild pitches in one inning during the previous season's playoffs....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:36 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2m6ZoZF

ACC clash, battle in Pac-12 highlight week in college hoops

The regular season is winding down, and while the bubble teams are fighting for spots in the NCAA Tournament, teams in the AP Top 25 are jockeying for position in the bracket....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:16 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/1Dp62Qd

Olympic organizers say winter sports set for boom in Asia

SAPPORO, Japan (AP) -- Lee Hee-beom, the head of the Pyeongchang organizing committee, expects the 2018 Olympics to usher in a new era for winter sports in Asia....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:49 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2lpk4fB

Trocheck's late goal lifts Panthers past Blues, 2-1

ST. LOUIS (AP) -- The Florida Panthers began their five-game road trip near the back of a crowded field in the Eastern Conference playoff race. After sweeping the trip they're near the top of the Atlantic Division....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:23 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2lB7mMW

After Huggins' scary moment, No. 12 WVU beats Texas 77-62

MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (AP) -- After West Virginia coach Bob Huggins dropped to his knees and clutched his chest in a scary moment shortly before halftime, Jevon Carter finished with 24 points to lead the 12th-ranked Mountaineers to a 77-62 win over Texas on Monday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:55 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kSZGlc

After Huggins' scary moment, No. 12 WVU beats Texas 77-62

Trocheck's late goal lifts Panthers past Blues, 2-1

ST. LOUIS (AP) -- Vincent Trocheck scored with just under 5 seconds remaining to lift the Florida Panthers to a 2-1 victory over the St. Louis Blues on Monday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:20 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2lp3igr

WVU's Huggins falls in apparent health scare, stays on bench

MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (AP) -- West Virginia coach Bob Huggins dropped to his knees on the court during an apparent health scare while the 12th-ranked Mountaineers faced Texas on Monday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:00 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2m2xBwz

Brown's 3 lifts Miami over No. 18 Virginia, 54-48 in OT

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (AP) -- Bruce Brown made a 3-pointer with 23.8 seconds left in overtime and Miami beat No. 18 Virginia 54-48 on Monday night for the Cavaliers fourth straight loss....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:47 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2lFDWh0

Brown's 3 lifts Miami over No. 18 Virginia, 54-48 in OT

Deshaun Watson plans to fully participate in NFL combine

FORT WORTH, Texas (AP) -- Deshaun Watson is trying to approach everything leading up to the NFL draft as having fun and enjoying the process while preparing for another once-in-a-lifetime moment....

from AP Top Sports News at 8:30 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2mgsKnC

Deshaun Watson plans to fully participate in NFL combine

FORT WORTH, Texas (AP) -- National championship quarterback Deshaun Watson plans to participate in every aspect of the NFL's scouting combine....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:51 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kFRFoz

Big punching Wilder believes he can save heavyweights

Deontay Wilder was in the Super Bowl media center in Houston a few days before the game when a somewhat familiar face walked by....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:17 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2lfB89p

How long should injured pro athletes get workers comp?

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (AP) -- Chicago sports franchises and national players' advocates are squaring off over whether injured professional athletes should be allowed to earn certain worker compensation benefits like other workers....

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

Pakistani women take key first step in rugby sevens debut

ISLAMABAD (AP) -- They won only once at the Asian Women's Rugby Sevens in Laos last weekend but for the Pakistan women it was a dream debut at an international event....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:41 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2l0NIqh

Optimism in high gear at Daytona for NASCAR's top teams

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) -- Optimism abounds after the opening weekend at Daytona International Speedway, especially for NASCAR's top teams....

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

College hoops' must-watch games to close the regular season

PHOENIX (AP) -- The college basketball season has been filled with great games the past four months, from the showdown between Kentucky and North Carolina in Las Vegas to Nevada's miracle comeback against New Mexico....

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

Optimism in high gear at Daytona for NASCAR's top teams

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) -- Optimism abounds after the opening weekend at Daytona International Speedway, especially for NASCAR's top teams....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:32 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2m1nQPk

Nathan Chen is rare American to master quadruple jumps

Here's a figure skating rarity: An American man, Nathan Chen, is pushing the envelope on jumps with an assortment of quads that will have the rest of the world's top skaters needing to expand their repertoires....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:00 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2lf7MI5

Welcome to NBA trade season, already underway in earnest

NEW ORLEANS (AP) -- Jahlil Okafor viewed New Orleans during All-Star weekend with a different lens than usual, since he thought there was a chance it may have been his next home....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:11 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2mfeziD

Gonzaga, Villanova, Kansas stay 1-2-3 in AP poll

For the third straight week, Gonzaga, Villanova and Kansas are the top three teams in The Associated Press college basketball poll....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:02 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2fESmH9

UConn still No. 1 while Temple enters AP women's hoops poll

NEW YORK (AP) -- UConn survived one of the toughest tests of its winning streak to remain No. 1 in The Associated Press women's basketball poll....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:02 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/Ky5M87

Big hit for Bulls, 'Benny's Day Off' connects online

CHICAGO (AP) -- Dancing on the roof, microphone in hand as he lip-synched to "Twist and Shout," Benny the Bull was putting on quite a performance as his tricked-out black van rolled through downtown Chicago....

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

Flying coach: Many universities are using private planes

BOSTON (AP) -- Once seen as a luxury of the corporate world, private planes are becoming increasingly common at U.S. colleges and universities as schools try to attract athletes, raise money and reward coaches with jet-set vacations....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:14 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2lDD3W8

Rejuvenated and reinvented, Toure integral to Man City again

MANCHESTER, England (AP) -- It has been one of the great sights of English soccer in recent years, Yaya Toure picking up possession in Manchester City's central midfield, rampaging upfield and scattering opponents in his path....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:52 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kZSTH8

Former Derby, Preakness winner Charismatic dies

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) -- Former Kentucky Derby and Preakness Stakes winner Charismatic, whose bid for the Triple Crown ended with a dramatic leg injury as he neared the finish line in the Belmont Stakes, has died at a thoroughbred retirement farm in Kentucky....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:47 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2meObp5

West Coast Swing whets appetite for Augusta

LOS ANGELES (AP) -- The refrain is becoming a tradition unlike any other, especially after a West Coast Swing like this one....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:29 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2meLwfj

Former Derby, Preakness winner Charismatic dies

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) -- Former Kentucky Derby and Preakness Stakes winner Charismatic has died at a thoroughbred retirement farm in Kentucky....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:30 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2lmYmsN

Flying coach: Many universities are using private planes

BOSTON (AP) -- Once seen as a luxury of the corporate world, private planes are becoming increasingly common at U.S. colleges and universities as schools try to attract athletes, raise money and reward their coaches....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:28 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kZAB92

Egypt high court upholds death sentence of 10 in soccer riot

CAIRO (AP) -- Egypt's highest appeals court on Monday upheld the death sentences against 10 people convicted over a soccer riot that killed over 70 fans in 2012, becoming one of the world's deadliest soccer disasters....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:41 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jEqrJs

воскресенье, 19 февраля 2017 г.

Lots of points, lots of dunks, not a lot of All-Star defense

NEW ORLEANS (AP) -- It was the fourth quarter of the All-Star Game, and a few fans started yelling loudly enough for DeAndre Jordan to hear them from his spot on the Western Conference bench....

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

How often have athletes snubbed the White House?

The routine is familiar. The president makes a few bad jokes. The championship-winning team presents the leader of the free world with a personalized jersey. Everyone smiles for the cameras....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:17 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2ly60T6

Dustin Johnson wins at Riviera, goes to No. 1 in the world

LOS ANGELES (AP) -- The only question about Dustin Johnson going to No. 1 in the world is: What took so long?...

from AP Top Sports News at 2:17 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kYwee9

ICYMI: Upsets galore and one near upset in women's hoops.

NEW YORK (AP) -- It wasn't a great week to be a ranked team....

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

Seminoles' Martin has at least 2 seasons to overtake Garrido

The next milestone for Florida State coach Mike Martin is the NCAA-record 1,975 career wins by the retired Augie Garrido....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:17 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/1whHR4q

AP Source: Pelicans acquiring Cousins in multi-player deal

NEW ORLEANS (AP) -- The Sacramento Kings have agreed to trade DeMarcus Cousins and Omri Casspi to the New Orleans Pelicans in exchange for Tyreke Evans, 2016 first-round draft pick Buddy Hield, Langston Galloway and first- and second-round draft picks this summer, a person familiar with the situation said Sunday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:50 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2lxUdnD

Record All-Star: Davis scores 52, West

NEW ORLEANS (AP) -- Move over, Wilt. After 55 years, one of your records is no more....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:33 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2lc906Y

AP Source: Pelicans acquiring Cousins in multi-player deal

NEW ORLEANS (AP) -- A person familiar with the situation says the Sacramento Kings have agreed to trade DeMarcus Cousins and Omri Casspi to the New Orleans Pelicans in exchange for Tyreke Evans, 2016 first-round draft pick Buddy Hield, Langston Galloway and first- and second-round draft picks this summer....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:13 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2m2t5v2

High profile gymnasts come forward, claim abuse by doctor

NEW YORK (AP) -- Three former elite U.S. gymnasts, including 2000 Olympian Jamie Dantzcher, have come forward saying they were sexually abused by a former doctor currently facing trial on a separate matter....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:29 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2ghwyDN

The Latest: East leads All-Star game 53-48 after 1st quarter

NEW ORLEANS (AP) -- The Latest on Sunday night's All-Star game (all times local):...

from AP Top Sports News at 8:59 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2lbJ1g3

High profile gymnasts come forward, claim abuse by doctor

Great expectations: Indians eye Series title after '16 run

GOODYEAR, Ariz. (AP) -- Above the small cactuses and flowering plants dotting the concrete-blocked plaza outside the doorway to Cleveland's training complex is a new sign that serves as both a reminder and motivator....

from AP Top Sports News at 8:29 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kOqv9U

The Latest: Lineups unveiled in glitzy pregame show

NEW ORLEANS (AP) -- The Latest on Sunday night's All-Star game (all times local):...

from AP Top Sports News at 8:19 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2m27F13

Tatar, Vanek lead Red Wings past Penguins

PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Admittedly not where they want to be in the standings, the Detroit Red Wings still have plenty of fight left....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:16 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/19aTvmX

Elliott nips Earnhardt to win 2nd straight Daytona 500 pole

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) -- It's impossible to tell the history of NASCAR without mentioning Elliott and Earnhardt....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:38 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2lAe0TY

Clark: Comments "unprofessional" on Betances arbitration

PHOENIX (AP) -- Baseball union chief Tony Clark calls the public comments surrounding the salary arbitration hearing involving Yankees reliever Dellin Betances "unprecedented" and "unprofessional."...

from AP Top Sports News at 6:11 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kXxHS5

Tatar, Vanek lead Red Wings past Penguins

PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Tomas Tatar and Thomas Vanek scored early third-period goals to lead the Detroit Red Wings to a 5-2 victory against the Pittsburgh Penguins on Sunday....

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

Fred Couples wins Chubb Classic for 12th senior title

NAPLES, Fla. (AP) -- Fred Couples won the Chubb Classic on Sunday for his 12th PGA Tour Champions title and first since 2014, rallying to beat Miguel Angel Jimenez at TwinEagles....

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

Great expectations: Indians eye Series title after '16 run

Orioles' Machado practices at shortstop for world classic

SARASOTA, Fla. (AP) -- Before he leaves for the World Baseball Classic, Manny Machado is making the most of his short time at Baltimore Orioles camp....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:48 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/1v99k5R

'Here I come to save the day!' Eaton likes Mighty Mouse look

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) -- Adam Eaton donned his "go-to shirt" - a gray T, with the words "Mighty Mouse" in red, and a sketch of the small-but-strong cartoon character who debuted in the 1940s - before and after the Washington Nationals' first full-squad workout of spring training on Sunday....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:29 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kNFj8Y

Rangers slip past Capitals for 2-1 win

NEW YORK (AP) -- Mats Zuccarello scored a third-period goal and Henrik Lundqvist made 31 saves in the New York Rangers' 2-1 victory over the Washington Capitals on Sunday....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:05 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2mcexIn

Kinsler still a Tiger after shrugging off trade talk

LAKELAND, Fla. (AP) -- When the Detroit Tigers indicated they were willing to listen to offers for their top players, Ian Kinsler became a prime candidate to be traded....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:05 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2lzBLvg

Orioles' Machado practices at shortstop for world classic

SARASOTA, Fla. (AP) -- Before he leaves for the World Baseball Classic, Manny Machado is making the most of his short time at Baltimore Orioles camp....

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

Logano takes advantage of late crash, wins Clash at Daytona

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) -- Joey Logano won the Clash at Daytona on Sunday, stealing a victory when leader Denny Hamlin and Brad Keselowski wrecked on the final lap....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:43 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2ladk6K

Logano takes advantage of late crash, wins Clash at Daytona

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) -- Joey Logano has won the Clash at Daytona, stealing a victory when leader Denny Hamlin and second-place Brad Keselowski wrecked on the final lap....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:08 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2l9Yc9E

US ski team leans on superstars for medals ahead of Olympics

ST. MORITZ, Switzerland (AP) -- Dressed as comic book superheroes, American skiers were often merely mortal at the last world championships before the 2018 Olympics....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:19 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2lzraAz

Chen lands 5 quads to win 4 Continents figure skating

PYEONCHANG, South Korea (AP) -- American men rarely are ground breakers when it comes to quadruple jumps....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:01 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kWxoXN

Chen lands 5 quads to win 4 Continents figure skating

PYEONCHANG, South Korea (AP) -- Nathan Chen became the first man in history to land five quadruple jumps in a single performance at an ISU championship event to win the Four Continents on Sunday....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:57 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2lXaNP6

Takes a village: 'Greek Freak' got many assists growing up

ATHENS, Greece (AP) -- He was just a scrawny, hungry kid, the son of migrants from Nigeria, trying to survive in Sepolia, a modest Athens neighborhood....

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

суббота, 18 февраля 2017 г.

Takes a village: 'Greek Freak' got many assists growing up

Robinson III, Gordon, Porzingis win NBA All-Star events

NEW ORLEANS (AP) -- Glenn Robinson III is the NBA's new dunk king, with an assist to Indiana teammate Paul George, the Pacers' mascot and a Pacers cheerleader....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:34 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/1d0OfBg

No. 1 UConn escapes Tulane with 101st straight win

NEW ORLEANS (AP) -- Geno Auriemma hopes his UConn Huskies learned something after escaping with a victory at Tulane....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:23 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2lWzWsW

Rain postpones start of exhibition Clash at Daytona

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) -- The first official NASCAR event of Speedweeks was postponed by rain at Daytona International Speedway....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:45 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2l8bxiD

No. 1 UConn escapes Tulane with 101st straight win

NEW ORLEANS (AP) -- Napheesa Collier had 26 points and 12 rebounds and top-ranked Connecticut held off Tulane 63-60 on Saturday night to push its record winning streak to 101 games....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:21 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2lWqA0C

Silver: NBA will keep eye on state's inclusion policies

NEW ORLEANS (AP) -- The NBA is continuing to monitor how states are handling laws regarding the protections of transgender people, with Commissioner Adam Silver warning that any less-than-inclusive policies will help the league decide where to hold All-Star Games going forward....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:06 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/1gMVThs

I'm back: Former UFC champ Georges St Pierre ends retirement

Former UFC welterweight champion Georges St. Pierre says he is ending his three-year absence from mixed martial arts....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:57 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kUCS5b

Venezuela, Ilitch, Tigers' future all on Cabrera's mind

LAKELAND, Fla. (AP) -- When Miguel Cabrera takes the field for Venezuela in next month's World Baseball Classic, he'll be trying to bring some much-needed joy to his native country....

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

Mike Trout stays humble and hungry in new season with Angels

TEMPE, Ariz. (AP) -- Although Mike Trout is a fairly well-known baseball player at this point, he still made his way around the Los Angeles Angels' clubhouse on Saturday morning to introduce himself to several new teammates....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:28 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2m9Pk1p

Yankees beat reliever Betances in final arbitration case

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) -- New York Yankees president Randy Levine feels Dellin Betances was the victim of "over the top demands based on very little sense of reality" by his representatives at Friday's arbitration hearing won by the team....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:08 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2lVRPZ4

Earnhardt makes NASCAR return, practices for Daytona 500

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) -- Dale Earnhardt Jr. has made his return to NASCAR by taking part in the first Daytona 500 practice of Speedweeks....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:01 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/Os5IcZ

LeBron James talking a good game, still playing a great one

NEW ORLEANS (AP) -- Older, wiser and more aware of the world, LeBron James is unafraid to let his views known on politics or social issues or even the business of basketball....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:48 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2lYJZL4

Ford looking for championships with upgraded NASCAR lineup

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) -- Ford's courtship of Stewart-Haas Racing was nothing short of clandestine....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:14 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2lW1Wx7

Cubs star Kris Bryant unfazed by constant fanfare, attention

MESA, Ariz. (AP) -- Jason Heyward is amazed at how Kris Bryant handles the attention that comes with being the NL Rookie of the Year two years ago and the commanding MVP choice and World Series champion just a year later....

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

The Latest: LeBron James arrives at All-Star weekend

NEW ORLEANS (AP) -- The Latest on Saturday's NBA All-Star events (all times local):...

from AP Top Sports News at 1:27 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2m93waX

Once soaring, Korbut staying grounded in the Arizona desert

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. (AP) -- Olga Korbut walks around the man-made lake in anonymity, despite the bright red warmup jacket with "Olga" in sparkly letters on her left shoulder....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:10 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2l6uXob

Webber, Massimino among the Hall of Fame finalists

NEW ORLEANS (AP) -- Chris Webber and Rollie Massimino are one step from the Hall of Fame....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:31 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kJZ8xI

The Latest: Durant, Westbrook sharing the practice floor

NEW ORLEANS (AP) -- The Latest on Saturday's NBA All-Star events (all times local):...

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

Webber, Massimino among the Hall of Fame finalists

NEW ORLEANS (AP) -- Chris Webber and Rollie Massimino are one step from the Hall of Fame....

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

Massimino, Webber among Hall of Fame finalists

NEW ORLEANS (AP) -- Rollie Massimino, who coached Villanova to the 1985 NCAA championship, and Chris Webber are among the 14 finalists for this year's Basketball Hall of Fame induction class....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:24 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2l6hj4p

Draft Diary: Reddick's path to NFL started as Temple walk-on

As a walk-on at Temple, Haason Reddick earned a starting spot before he got a scholarship....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:57 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2lvlZBW

Harper won't elaborate on 'exactly why' 2016 was down year

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) -- Washington Nationals outfielder Bryce Harper says he knows "exactly why" his production dipped last season from his MVP-winning performance a year earlier - but he did not elaborate....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:49 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/1jlDxoN

Lincoln 1st non-league team in FA Cup last 8 since 1914

BURNLEY, England (AP) -- Lincoln became the first non-league team to reach the FA Cup quarterfinals in more than a century by beating Premier League side Burnley 1-0 with an 89th-minute goal on Saturday....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:38 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2ea4Uqs

2-time champion Shiffrin leads 1st run of ski worlds slalom

ST. MORITZ, Switzerland (AP) -- Two-time defending champion Mikaela Shiffrin took a clear lead in the slalom first run at the ski world championships on Saturday....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:24 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/1EsHaUw

NHL Turns 100: Borje Salming hailed as European trail blazer

TORONTO (AP) -- Exceptionally fit and muscular still, Borje Salming sits at his locker with a familiar No. 21 Toronto Maple Leafs jersey hanging behind him while pecking out a message on his cellphone....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:50 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2m70VOC

Draft Diary: Reddick's path to NFL started as Temple walk-on

As a walk-on at Temple, Haason Reddick earned a starting spot before he got a scholarship....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:05 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2lgMZSS

NHL Turns 100: Borje Salming hailed as European trail blazer

пятница, 17 февраля 2017 г.

Canada helps No. 18 UCLA women top No. 9 Washington 90-79

LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Jordin Canada scored 22 points to lead UCLA to a 90-79 upset victory over No. 9 Washington on Friday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:14 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2lgzQcy

Murray, Hield, lead World past US, 150-141 in Rising Stars

NEW ORLEANS (AP) -- Jamal Murray and Buddy Hield each had moments when they caught the ball in the low post, only to dribble right out to the corner, turn and let fly a 3-point shot....

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

Murray, Hield, lead World past US, 150-141

NEW ORLEANS (AP) -- Jamal Murray scored 36 points and Buddy Hield, a New Orleans Pelicans rookie, added 28 to the delight of the locals as the World squad beat the U.S. 150-141 on Friday night in the Rising Stars Challenge....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:07 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2lX1ewj

NBPA officers express concern over Oakley-Knicks conflict

NEW ORLEANS (AP) -- Officers with the National Basketball Players Association said Friday that the problems between Charles Oakley and Madison Square Garden chairman James Dolan could impact decisions future free agents make about playing for the New York Knicks....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:53 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2m5UNq2

Little big man: Isaiah Thomas a full-fledged All-Star

NEW ORLEANS (AP) -- Isaiah Thomas isn't even average....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:22 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2lX6vDR

Miguel Angel Jimenez tied for PGA Tour Champions lead

NAPLES, Fla. (AP) -- Miguel Angel Jimenez had a late eagle and closed with a birdie for a 7-under 65 and a share of the lead Friday in the PGA Tour Champions' Chubb Classic....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:22 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2m5uMqK

Westbrook, Durant All-Star reunion off to awkward start

NEW ORLEANS (AP) -- Russell Westbrook and Kevin Durant had plenty to say at their first All-Star appearance....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:09 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2lsr65s

Ex-Cardinal Floyd pleads guilty, gets 24 days in jail

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. (AP) -- New England Patriots wide receiver Michael Floyd has pleaded guilty to second offense extreme drunken driving and been sentenced to 24 days in jail....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:50 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2lWDZlL

Westbrook, Durant All-Star reunion off to awkward start

NEW ORLEANS (AP) -- Russell Westbrook and Kevin Durant had plenty to say at their first All-Star appearance....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:27 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2lg3s9Z

Louisiana high school fires coach who banned Alabama staff

BOSSIER CITY, La. (AP) -- David Feaster, the coach in Louisiana who famously banned Alabama's recruiters from visiting his high school, has been fired....

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

NBPA officers express concern over Oakley-Knicks conflict

NBA warns Texas over proposed 'bathroom bill'

AUSTIN, Texas (AP) -- The NBA has warned that Texas could be overlooked for future events because of a proposed "bathroom bill" targeting transgender people....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:14 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2lfOYa4

Little big man: Isaiah Thomas a full-fledged All-Star

NEW ORLEANS (AP) -- Isaiah Thomas isn't even average....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:07 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2lsxTMF

NASCAR beefs up concussion testing before season begins

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) -- Dale Earnhardt Jr. was confident NASCAR took the right step Friday when it beefed up its concussion protocol by adding a consistent screening rule at all venues....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:57 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2m4Nv5F

Column: Gonzaga, Northwestern provide new hoops story lines

Unbeaten Gonzaga is giving college basketball fans something to talk about besides the usual story lines....

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

Bowyer out to revive NASCAR career as Stewart's replacement

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) -- Clint Bowyer hasn't won a race since 2012, hasn't made the playoffs in three years and is coming off an embarrassingly bad season....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:58 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2lTut6q

Rain wipes out afternoon play at Riviera

LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Rain and high wind finally hit Friday at the Genesis Open and wiped out play before all but 24 players completed the second round....

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

Jayhawks can take stranglehold on Big 12 with win at Baylor

LAWRENCE, Kan. (AP) -- There's a very simple reason every rival coach picked Kansas to win the Big 12 this season: Only one of those coaches has been around when the Jayhawks failed to do it....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:42 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2ls2zx0

Nationals 2B Murphy on Tebow's batting: 'The power is real'

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) -- No less an authority on hitting than last season's runner-up for NL MVP thinks Tim Tebow has some ability with a bat - he just needs more work....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:23 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2m4ACZj

NBA joins NFL in warning Texas over proposed 'bathroom bill'

AUSTIN, Texas (AP) -- The NBA is warning Texas over a proposed "bathroom bill" targeting transgender people that is similar to a North Carolina law that prompted the league to move the All-Star Game out of that state....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:07 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2l2IInC

Marlins SS Hechavarria admits lying in Cuban smuggling probe

MIAMI (AP) -- Miami Marlins shortstop Adeiny Hechavarria has told a federal jury he lied to investigators about knowing a key figure in an alleged Cuban ballplayer smuggling network linked to a Florida sports agent and a trainer....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:27 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2lrTfK5

Michigan sports doctor to stand trial in sexual assault case

MASON, Mich. (AP) -- A sports doctor who treated female gymnasts at Michigan State University and USA Gymnastics was ordered to stand trial Friday after a woman described how he sexually abused her for years during her childhood....

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

NASCAR's Kurt Busch sued by former management company

NASCAR driver Kurt Busch is being sued for nearly $1.5 million by his former sports management company after he terminated their relationship last March....

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

Iran defeats US at freestyle wrestling world cup

TEHRAN, Iran (AP) -- Iran's wrestling team Friday defeated the United States wrestling team to secure the gold medal at the Freestyle World Cup....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:10 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2m3IE4A

The Latest: Woman says Michigan sports doctor molested her

MASON, Mich. (AP) -- The Latest on a criminal case against a Michigan sports doctor who is charged with sexual assault (all times local):...

from AP Top Sports News at 11:14 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kG8Ily

Orioles lose 1st arbitration in 22 years; Brach gets $3.05M

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) -- Reliever Brad Brach became the first player to beat the Baltimore Orioles in salary arbitration in 22 years, ending the team's nine-hearing winning streak....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:59 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kRvR5l

NY woman hits half-court shot, then gets marriage proposal

ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) -- It was quite a night for a New York state college basketball fan who made a half-court shot to win a $500 gift card, and then received a marriage proposal seconds later....

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

Miguel Montero prepares for another season as Cubs backup

MESA, Ariz. (AP) -- Miguel Montero produced one of the biggest hits of the Chicago Cubs' championship run in the game that decided it all, and now he's preparing again for life as a backup catcher....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:38 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2lqIo2V

Ventura toxicology report won't be released to public

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) -- The toxicology report on Royals pitcher Yordano Ventura won't be released to the public following his death last month in a car crash in his native Dominican Republic....

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

New Jersey Gov. Christie has harsh words for Phillies, fans

NEW YORK (AP) -- While many of his constituents live outside Philadelphia, New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie apparently has a low opinion of the Philadelphia Phillies and their fans....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:18 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kwve4V

Wenger to coach next season, even if he leaves Arsenal

LONDON (AP) -- Arsene Wenger wants to continue coaching next season, even if it's not at Arsenal....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:42 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2ldOvW8

четверг, 16 февраля 2017 г.

Big 12 with 5 teams on NCAA Tournament bubble

The Atlantic Coast Conference had more teams in the NCAA Tournament selection committee's top 16 with four. The Big 12 had more teams near the top and could be right behind the ACC when the actual selections are made....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:30 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/1jMZoJS

Saunders feels a connection to Palmer everywhere he goes

LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Sam Saunders tried to put his thoughts down on paper, except that it wasn't working....

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

In movie, Justin Gatlin reflects on rise, fall, rise again

The heaving, uncontrollable sobs have occurred twice for Justin Gatlin. Once, for a failed drug test in his prime that led to a stay in track's version of purgatory. The other, over a .01-second slipup that he'll never get over....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:25 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2loQc5w

AP Exclusive: Wolves owner says playoffs priority this year

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) -- The Minnesota Timberwolves enter the All-Star break in 13th place in the muddled Western Conference, seemingly faced with two options....

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

Montero less disgruntled in return as Cubs backup

Crosby gets 1,000th point, then leads Penguins by Jets in OT

PITTSBURGH (AP) -- It was, in many ways, Sidney Crosby's remarkable career distilled to its essence. Game on the line. A wide-open net. A race to the puck. These are the moments the Pittsburgh Penguins star embraces as well as anyone in his sport....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:58 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kYyAw5

Crosby gets 1,000th point, then leads Penguins by Jets in OT

PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Sidney Crosby ended his march to 1,000 career points in typically unselfish fashion. The Pittsburgh Penguins star wasted little time before starting his quest for the next thousand....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:13 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kYE22b

Sam Saunders opens 2-shot lead at Riviera

LOS ANGELES (AP) -- This is the starring role Sam Saunders prefers....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:23 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kEdhMR

Jets' Revis faces pending charges after fight in Pittsburgh

PITTSBURGH (AP) -- New York Jets cornerback Darrelle Revis faces five pending charges, including two counts of aggravated assault, after allegedly being involved in a fight with two men last weekend....

from AP Top Sports News at 8:37 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2ld64Wg

Manfred offers no predictions on rule changes

LAKELAND, Fla. (AP) -- Commissioner Rob Manfred says he can't offer a prediction on how likely it is that baseball will be altering the strike zone this season....

from AP Top Sports News at 8:25 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kPu3JV

Sidney Crosby joins NHL's 1,000-point club

PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Sidney Crosby is the newest member of the NHL's 1,000-point club....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:56 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2lnEfNi

Sidney Crosby joins NHL's 1,000-point club

PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Sidney Crosby is the newest member of the NHL's 1,000-point club....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:30 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2lZ6nTu

NASCAR hopes for boost after big swings at spicing it up

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) -- NASCAR has a new sponsor, a new format and welcomes back its most popular driver, all providing optimism for a series eager to halt a steady decline in attendance, ratings and sponsorship....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:01 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2lR6MeG

AP Source: NFL bars Kelly from combine due to past troubles

BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) -- A person familiar with the NFL's decision tells The Associated Press that Mississippi quarterback Chad Kelly has had his invitation to the league's scouting combine revoked because of charges stemming from a bar fight, and for being dismissed by Clemson in 2014....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:49 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2lZ3ZvZ

вторник, 28 февраля 2017 г.

понедельник, 27 февраля 2017 г.

воскресенье, 26 февраля 2017 г.

суббота, 25 февраля 2017 г.

пятница, 24 февраля 2017 г.

вторник, 28 февраля 2017 г.

понедельник, 27 февраля 2017 г.

воскресенье, 26 февраля 2017 г.

суббота, 25 февраля 2017 г.

пятница, 24 февраля 2017 г.