Video games in the Olympics? Here's how it might work

ASHGABAT, Turkmenistan (AP) -- The future of the Olympics may just be in a basement in Turkmenistan....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:36 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2hDAXW5

Problem solved: No. 1 Alabama crushes Mississippi, 66-3

TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (AP) -- Jalen Hurts threw two touchdown passes and ran for a score and No. 1 Alabama let loose on Mississippi 66-3 on Saturday night, emphatically putting down a problematic foe in recent years with the highest-scoring performance by the Crimson Tide in 11 years under Nick Saban....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:31 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2fYtqgH

Kelly Bryant leads No. 2 Clemson past No. 12 Hokies, 31-17

BLACKSBURG, Va. (AP) -- Kelly Bryant ran around and away from No. 12 Virginia Tech and led No. 2 Clemson to a 31-10 victory Saturday night, the Tigers' third in three games against teams in the Top 25....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:24 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2hCZCd6

AP Top 25 Takeaways: Rock bottom for Jones; Year of the RB

The end may be near in Tennessee. It is certainly much closer after Saturday....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:24 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2eELi12

Kelly Bryant leads No. 2 Clemson past No. 12 Hokies, 31-17

BLACKSBURG, Va. (AP) -- Kelly Bryant ran around and away from No. 12 Virginia Tech and led No. 2 Clemson to a 31-10 victory Saturday night, the Tigers' third in three games against teams in the Top 25....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:45 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2fARllQ

Dodgers wrap up home-field advantage in 5-3 win; Rox clinch

DENVER (AP) -- The Los Angeles Dodgers secured home-field advantage throughout the playoffs Saturday by beating Colorado 5-3 on a night when the Rockies clinched their first postseason appearance since 2009....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:40 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2oRpaVW

Surging Troy upsets No. 25 LSU 24-21 at Death Valley

BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) -- Jordan Chunn ran for 191 yards and a touchdown, Troy's defense forced four turnovers and the surging Trojans upset No. 25 LSU 24-21 on Saturday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:56 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2xHb5yJ

Scherzer exits with hamstring cramp, Nats fall to Bucs 4-1

WASHINGTON (AP) -- Nationals ace Max Scherzer was pulled with a hamstring cramp while tuning up for the playoffs, and NL East champion Washington lost to the Pittsburgh Pirates 4-1 Saturday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:46 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2kcyO4r

Surging Troy upsets No. 25 LSU 24-21 at Death Valley

BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) -- Jordan Chunn ran for 191 yards and a touchdown, Troy's defense forced four turnovers and the surging Trojans upset No. 25 LSU 24-21 on Saturday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:41 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2xRz7qt

Around The Horn: Romine plays all 9 positions for Tigers

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) -- Andrew Romine became the fifth player in baseball history to play all nine positions in one game, helping the Detroit Tigers beat the Minnesota Twins 3-2 on Saturday night....

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

Around The Horn: Romine plays all 9 positions for Tigers

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) -- Andrew Romine became the fifth player in baseball history to play all nine positions in one game, helping the Detroit Tigers beat the Minnesota Twins 3-2 on Saturday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:31 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2pRaeF6

Scherzer hurt, NL East champ Nationals lose to Pirates 4-1

WASHINGTON (AP) -- Nationals ace Max Scherzer was pulled from his start while tuning up for the playoffs after an apparent injury to his right leg, and NL East champion Washington lost to the Pittsburgh Pirates 4-1 Saturday night....

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

Trump tweets anew about NFL players, national anthem protest

WASHINGTON (AP) -- President Donald Trump on Saturday night stoked the controversy over his call for punitive action against NFL players who take a knee or otherwise protest during the national anthem, tweeting anew that they should remain standing out of respect for the nation and its flag....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:34 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2fgZ8Fr

Wimbush

SOUTH BEND, Ind. (AP) -- Brandon Wimbush threw for three touchdowns and ran for another and No. 22 Notre Dame beat Miami (Ohio) 52-17 on Saturday night for the 900th victory in school history....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:34 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2fBtToq

Brewers' playoff hopes dashed after Cards rally for 7-6 win

ST. LOUIS (AP) -- Early on, the Milwaukee Brewers were doing everything they could to keep pressure on Colorado....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:00 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2xOA9Dj

Nationals ace Scherzer exits with apparent leg injury

WASHINGTON (AP) -- Nationals ace Max Scherzer has been pulled from his start against Pittsburgh because of an apparent injury to his right leg....

from AP Top Sports News at 8:56 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2fYLE1I

Hamilton has 3 TD catches, No. 4 Penn State beats Indiana

STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) -- DaeSean Hamilton began his Penn State career uncertain he'd ever get a chance to contribute. He'll end it with the most receptions in Nittany Lions history....

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

No. 7 Georgia rolls to 41-0 shutout of Tennessee

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (AP) -- Jake Fromm threw a touchdown pass and ran for two more scores Saturday as No. 7 Georgia rolled to a 41-0 blowout of Tennessee, which suffered its first shutout in nearly a quarter-century....

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

Brewers' playoff hopes dashed after Cards rally for 7-6 win

ST. LOUIS (AP) -- The Milwaukee Brewers were eliminated from playoff contention Saturday when they squandered a six-run lead in a 7-6 loss to the St. Louis Cardinals, handing baseball's final postseason spot to the Colorado Rockies....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:57 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2fGFQ05

Rockies clinch postseason berth with Brewers loss

DENVER (AP) -- The Colorado Rockies have clinched their first postseason berth since 2009 and will face Arizona in the NL wild-card game Wednesday....

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

Hamilton has 3 TD catches, No. 4 Penn State beats Indiana

STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) -- DaeSean Hamilton caught nine passes for 122 yards and three touchdowns and became Penn State's career receptions leader in the No. 4 Nittany Lions' 45-14 victory over Indiana on Saturday....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:30 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2yOgkL0

Cain calls it a career, he's sharp as Giants fall to SD 3-2

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) -- Matt Cain pitched five shutout innings, then raised his arms and waved his cap, fighting off tears amid a standing ovation as he walked off the mound for final time Saturday in the San Francisco Giants' 3-2 loss to San Diego....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:30 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/Ty0lKY

Americans keeping rolling, 1 point away from Presidents Cup

JERSEY CITY, N.J. (AP) -- The Americans came within one match of winning the Presidents Cup - on Saturday....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:13 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2wpPjM1

Red Sox clinch AL East, top Astros 6-3; rematch in playoffs

BOSTON (AP) -- The hard chopper bounced off first baseman Mitch Moreland's glove and high into the air. Second baseman Brock Holt jumped to glove the ball and flipped it to first, where David Price was covering....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:04 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2kcg1Gy

No. 10 Wisconsin holds off Northwestern for 33-24 win

MADISON, Wis. (AP) -- What looked like another second-half runaway turned into nail-biting final few minutes for No. 10 Wisconsin....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:47 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2kba78I

No. 21 Florida beats Vandy 38-24, loses QB Del Rio for year

GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) -- Feleipe Franks lifted his left arm and showed where he scribbled a name in black marker....

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

Joe Tiller, Purdue's winningest football coach, dies at 74

For decades, Purdue has billed itself the "Cradle of Quarterbacks."...

from AP Top Sports News at 5:27 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2hFF7wN

NFL suspends Bears LB Trevathan 2 games for hit on Adams

CHICAGO (AP) -- The NFL has suspended Chicago Bears linebacker Danny Trevathan for two games for his frightening hit against Green Bay Packers receiver Davante Adams....

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

No. 10 Wisconsin holds off Northwestern for 33-24 win

MADISON, Wis. (AP) -- Jonathan Taylor ran for two touchdowns to help the offense overcome a sluggish start and No. 10 Wisconsin's defense swarmed Northwestern before holding on for a 33-24 win on Saturday....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:57 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2fA8GeG

Flowers, No. 18 USF remain perfect, rout ECU 61-31

GREENVILLE, N.C. (AP) -- No. 18 South Florida's typically stout defense sprung more than a few leaks against East Carolina....

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

Cup star Blaney crashes Xfinity playoffs and wins at Dover

DOVER, Del. (AP) -- Ryan Blaney crashed the Xfinity Series playoffs and the Cup regular dominated Saturday to win the race at Dover International Speedway....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:54 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2mVLc6I

Joe Tiller, Purdue's winningest football coach, dies at 74

Joe Tiller, who guided quarterback Drew Brees at Purdue and was the school's winningest football coach, died Saturday. He was 74....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:41 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2x5GUgo

No. 21 Florida beats Vanderbilt 38-24, loses QB Del Rio

GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) -- Lamical Perine scored three touchdowns, Malik Davis added two and No. 21 Florida beat Vanderbilt 38-24 on Saturday despite losing quarterback Luke Del Rio for the season with a broken left collarbone....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:41 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2kbUNIT

Red Sox clinch AL East, top Astros 6-3; rematch in playoffs

BOSTON (AP) -- David Price came on in relief of Drew Pomeranz and squelched a dangerous seventh-inning rally to help the Boston Red Sox beat the Houston Astros 6-3 on Saturday, clinching the first back-to-back AL East titles in franchise history....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:37 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2x5D3Ac

Earnhardt rises as NASCAR's conscience in farewell season

DOVER, Del. (AP) -- Retirement Dale has been Blunt Dale. As his final season ticks away, Dale Earnhardt Jr. has grabbed a bullhorn and demanded change - in 140-character bursts, on his podcast and through the media - on matters big and small in NASCAR....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:13 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2fGlMLj

Spurs star Kawhi Leonard to miss preseason with thigh injury

SAN ANTONIO (AP) -- A lingering thigh injury for Kawhi Leonard has the San Antonio Spurs' season off to an ominous start....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:49 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2qkGDq9

Cavs owner gets 'vile' voicemails after LeBron's 'bum' tweet

CLEVELAND (AP) -- Cleveland Cavaliers owner Dan Gilbert received "vile, disgusting" voicemails after LeBron James called President Donald Trump a "bum" on Twitter....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:19 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2x5tYMB

Cavs owner gets 'vile' voicemails after LeBron's 'bum' tweet

CLEVELAND (AP) -- Cleveland Cavaliers owner Dan Gilbert says he received "vile, disgusting" voicemails after LeBron James called President Donald Trump "a bum" on Twitter....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:59 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2x3pMNb

Americans on cusp of early celebration at Presidents Cup

JERSEY CITY, N.J. (AP) -- Phil Mickelson set the Presidents Cup record with his 25th victory and the Americans moved to the cusp of their most dominant performance ever....

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

Sheriff: No evidence officers mistreated Seahawks' Bennett

LAS VEGAS (AP) -- Police acted appropriately and professionally detaining Seattle Seahawks defensive end Michael Bennett when he ran from a casino as officers searched for an active shooter following a report of gunfire at an after-hours club on the Las Vegas Strip, the head of the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department said Friday....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:15 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2w7ELjZ

Sparks beat Lynx, move within win of consecutive WNBA titles

LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Candace Parker and Nneka Ogwumike came up big to move the Los Angeles Sparks within one win of repeating as WNBA champions....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:51 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/1pEXqZe

NBA suggests to teams unity ideas, reminds of anthem rule

NEW YORK (AP) -- The NBA is recommending teams address fans or show videos expressing themes of unity before their first home games, while reminding them of the rule that players must stand for the national anthem....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:51 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2xJK3UY

Tanaka strikes out 15 as Yanks beat Toronto 4-0

NEW YORK (AP) -- Masahiro Tanaka walked off the mound and tipped his cap to fans after one of his most dominant performances since signing with the New York Yankees in January 2014....

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

Hamilton takes pole position for Malaysian GP; Vettel last

SEPANG, Malaysia (AP) -- Lewis Hamilton took pole position for the Malaysian Grand Prix with another brilliant drive under pressure on Saturday, while title rival Sebastian Vettel's miserable luck continued as he quit early in qualifying after losing power on a straight....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:30 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2x3QBkr

Pullman Party: No. 16 Washington State beats No. 5 USC 30-27

PULLMAN, Wash. (AP) -- Mike Leach and his team were engulfed in a sea of crimson on the turf of Martin Stadium, reveling in a rare occurrence for Washington State football....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:46 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2k8Vu5H

Ferrari 1-2 again in 3rd and final practice for Malaysian GP

SEPANG, Malaysia (AP) -- Kimi Raikkonen posted the fastest time ahead of teammate Sebastian Vettel, as Ferrari dominated the third and final practice session for the Malaysian Grand Prix ahead of qualifying later Saturday....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:46 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/1I8IbCZ

Pullman Party: No. 16 Washington State beats No. 5 USC 30-27

PULLMAN, Wash. (AP) -- Mike Leach and his team were engulfed in a sea of crimson on the turf of Martin Stadium, reveling in a rare occurrence for Washington State football....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:29 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2kbPiKc

Pullman Party: No. 16 Washington State beats No. 5 USC 30-27

PULLMAN, Wash. (AP) -- Luke Falk threw for 340 yards and two touchdowns, Erik Powell kicked a 32-yard field goal with 1:40 left and No. 16 Washington State beat No. 5 Southern California 30-27 on Friday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:09 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2wq7IZ9

Red Sox fail again to clinch AL East, fall to Astros 3-2

BOSTON (AP) -- The Boston Red Sox are running out of chances to wrap up the AL East title....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:09 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2x4urcK

South Carolina women's hoops coach: No White House invite

Dawn Staley and her champion South Carolina Gamecocks are still waiting for their invite to the White House....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:09 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2wpWbJr

Rosier, defense help No. 14 Hurricanes top Blue Devils 31-6

DURHAM, N.C. (AP) -- Malik Rosier got off to a fast start to help Miami take an early lead. The 14th-ranked Hurricanes' defense took care of just about everything else....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:09 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2x487A9

Olympics could be hot topic in next round of NHL CBA talks

Going to the Olympics was a life-changing experience for T.J. Oshie, a shootout star for the United States against Russia in Sochi....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:09 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2wpcx56

Louisville names Padgett as Pitino's interim replacement

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) -- Louisville has named assistant David Padgett as the interim replacement for men's basketball coach Rick Pitino, staying in-house to maintain continuity in the wake of a nationwide federal investigation of the sport....

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

Happ hits 3-run homer in 8th, Cubs beat Reds 5-4

CHICAGO (AP) -- Ian Happ hit a three-run homer with two outs in the eighth inning, and the Chicago Cubs won for the 14th time in 17 games, beating the Cincinnati Reds 5-4 on Friday....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:32 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2x2TZMh

The Latest: Louisville names Padgett as interim coach

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) -- The Latest on the corruption scandal in college basketball (all times Eastern):...

from AP Top Sports News at 5:23 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2wotVXP

AP Source: Thunder star Russell Westbrook signs extension

OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) -- Russell Westbrook is staying with the Thunder....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:55 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/1wRB0LY

AP Source: Thunder star Russell Westbrook signs extension

OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) -- A person with the knowledge of the agreement tells The Associated Press that star point guard Russell Westbrook has signed a contract extension to remain in Oklahoma City....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:10 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2xMeyvm

Auburn's Bruce Pearl deflects questions on corruption case

AUBURN, Ala. (AP) -- Auburn men's basketball coach Bruce Pearl didn't say much Friday when repeatedly asked about the nationwide federal investigation that has engulfed the sport....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:10 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2fFlaFw

Pete Mackanin out as Phillies manager after 2½ seasons

PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- Pete Mackanin got a contract extension when the Philadelphia Phillies were scuffling and lost his job after they turned it around....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:01 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2k9BdwM

The Latest: Auburn coach says behavior behind arrest wrong

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) -- The Latest on the corruption scandal in college basketball (all times Eastern):...

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

Chiefs' Peters gets top spot in AP's cornerback rankings

NEW YORK (AP) -- Marcus Peters knows all about shutting down the opposition....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:33 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2fXWsxb

Graybeard QBs are off to an awful start in 2017

The record seven NFL quarterbacks who are 35 or older this season are collectively off to an awful start with seven wins and 14 losses....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:24 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2xHZyNo

Chiefs' Peters gets top spot in AP's cornerback rankings

NEW YORK (AP) -- Kansas City's Marcus Peters has been voted the NFL's top cornerback in The Associated Press rankings....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:24 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2fvQEKo

Pete Mackanin out as Phillies manager after 2½ seasons

PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- Pete Mackanin is out as Philadelphia Phillies manager after 2½ seasons....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:00 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2xQfhMf

Perfect pair: Wade says he, LeBron 'peanut butter and jelly'

INDEPENDENCE, Ohio (AP) -- Dwyane Wade says every time he and LeBron James look at each other they just laugh....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:00 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2k9slqY

Billie Jean King's early epiphany led to social activism

NEW YORK (AP) -- Billie Jean King discovered tennis at 11 and noticed it was nearly all white - the dresses, the balls and the people....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:38 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2fyt93x

The Latest: S. Carolina says school not a target in probe

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) -- The Latest on the corruption scandal in college basketball (all times Eastern):...

from AP Top Sports News at 2:26 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2x0VhHL

Sixth-ranked Washington leery of rested but troubled Beavers

Sixth-ranked Washington faces three teams as they come off byes this season. This Saturday it's the Oregon State Beavers, and that has Huskies coach Chris Petersen wary....

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

Cubs' Arrieta likely to miss final regular-season start

CHICAGO (AP) -- Jake Arrieta will likely miss his final regular-season start for the Chicago Cubs to rest before the playoffs....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:18 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2lQYrE5

Cubs' Arrieta likely to miss final regular-season start

CHICAGO (AP) -- Jake Arrieta will likely miss his final regular-season start for the Chicago Cubs....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:57 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2li3fpj

Attorney: 'No doubt' OJ Simpson goes to Florida after prison

LAS VEGAS (AP) -- O.J. Simpson will live in Florida following his parole from a Nevada prison where the former football star and celebrity criminal defendant has been held for the past nine years after a robbery conviction, his lawyer said Friday....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:44 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2xR4Qbx

Packers WR Davante Adams tweets that he's at home after hit

GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) -- Packers receiver Davante Adams tweeted Friday that he was at home and "feeling great" a day after taking a frightening hit from Chicago Bears linebacker Danny Trevathan....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:14 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2fDGDi4

Billie Jean King's early epiphany led to social activism

NEW YORK (AP) -- Billie Jean King discovered tennis at 11 and noticed it was nearly all white - the dresses, the balls and the people....

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

Baseball World Series MVP award named for Willie Mays

NEW YORK (AP) -- Major League Baseball has named its World Series Most Valuable Player award after Willie Mays....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:40 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2fE63Mq

Former Jets player: Team cut ties because he's bi-polar

NEWARK, N.J. (AP) -- A former New York Jets linebacker sued the team Friday because he says they cut ties with him because of his bi-polar disorder....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:16 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2hEes3q

Former Jets player: Team cut ties because he's bi-polar

NEWARK, N.J. (AP) -- A former New York Jets linebacker has sued the team because he says they cut ties with him because of his bi-polar disorder....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:55 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2xPRw71

Patrick heads into NASCAR homestretch with few options

DOVER, Del. (AP) -- Danica Patrick says there has been some discussion with other NASCAR teams about continuing her career next season....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:44 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2xLBOJG

Lawyer: O.J. Simpson to eat steak, get iPhone after release

LAS VEGAS (AP) -- O.J. Simpson's attorney says he expects the former football star and actor to be released from a Nevada prison "a few days" after Sunday, the first eligible date for Simpson to be paroled under a decision reached by a state panel in July....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:18 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2x0lqGD

Lawyer: O.J. Simpson to eat steak, get iPhone after release

LAS VEGAS (AP) -- O.J. Simpson's attorney says he expects the former football star and actor to be released from a Nevada prison "a few days" after Sunday, the first eligible date for Simpson to be paroled under a decision reached by a state panel in July....

from AP Top Sports News at 8:40 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2woJAGj

Packers persevere through more injuries, beat Bears 35-14

GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) -- Two more key players hurt. A starting cornerback benched. The Green Bay Packers even had to weather a lightning storm delay....

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

Major League Baseball to top 40,000 strikeouts for 1st time

NEW YORK (AP) -- Major League Baseball is set to smash through a previously untouched barrier Sunday: Some batter likely will walk back to his dugout after becoming the 40,000 strikeout of the season....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:58 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2fv3kkM

Injury-riddled Packers beat mistake-prone Bears 35-14

GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) -- Aaron Rodgers threw four touchdown passes, and the injury-riddled Green Bay Packers converted three turnovers into scores in an eventful 35-14 victory over the mistake-prone Chicago Bears on Thursday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:26 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2dEVc16

Stanton homers twice to reach 59, Marlins top Braves 7-1

MIAMI (AP) -- Barry Bonds. Sammy Sosa. Mark McGwire. Roger Maris. Babe Ruth....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:04 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2x1c20q

Titans' Delanie Walker: family has received death threats

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) -- Tennessee Titans tight end Delanie Walker says he and his family have received death threats since he told fans not to come to games if they felt disrespected by NFL players' protests....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:32 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2fDgdwZ

Stanton homers twice to get to 59, Marlins top Braves 7-1

MIAMI (AP) -- Giancarlo Stanton homered twice to become the first player to hit 59 in a season since 2001, and the Miami Marlins opened the last series of Jeffrey Loria's tenure as owner by beating the Atlanta Braves 7-1 on Thursday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:32 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/1yQmdzI

Titans' Delanie Walker: family has received death threats

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) -- Tennessee Titans tight end Delanie Walker says he and his family have received death threats since he told fans not to come to games if they felt disrespected by NFL players' protests....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:05 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2wmY21y

Bears-Packers game delayed by lightning storm

GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) -- The Green Bay Packers' game against the Chicago Bears has been delayed because a lightning storm....

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

Bears, Packers lock arms on each sideline during anthem

GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) -- Green Bay Packers and Chicago Bears players, coaches and other staffers locked arms on the sidelines during the national anthem Thursday night....

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

Obama, Bush, Clinton give Presidents Cup executive buzz

JERSEY CITY, N.J. (AP) -- The start of the Presidents Cup gave golf a new Big Three - former Presidents Barack Obama, George W. Bush and Bill Clinton posing with players and wives on each team in an opening ceremony unlike any other....

from AP Top Sports News at 8:07 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2x0BwLH

A's Bob Melvin receives 1-year contract through 2019 season

OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) -- Bob Melvin is set to manage at least two more years for the Oakland Athletics, with his latest extension announced Thursday set to take him through the 2019 season....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:30 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2fuPmQ2

Jeter 4 percent stake in Marlins, who will have $400M debt

NEW YORK (AP) -- Derek Jeter has about a 4 percent stake in the group buying the Miami Marlins and retired NBA great Michael Jordan approximately half of one percent, part of a $1.2 billion purchase from Jeffrey Loria that includes $800 million in cash....

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

Goodell met with owners and players on anthem on Tuesday

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) -- NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell held a round-table meeting with roughly 25 owners, league executives and players on Tuesday night to discuss the national anthem demonstrations....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:16 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2xB0hlS

Americans take another early lead in Presidents Cup

JERSEY CITY, N.J. (AP) -- The Americans have won the opening session of the Presidents Cup for the sixth straight time by taking the opening three matches and rallying for a halve in the final one....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:16 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2xbxowC

Sam Saunders shoots 12-under 59 in Web.com Tour Championship

ATLANTIC BEACH, Fla. (AP) -- Sam Saunders, Arnold Palmer's grandson, shot a 12-under 59 on Thursday in the first round of the Web.com Tour Championship....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:12 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2xC7fqS

The Latest: OK State fires assistant tied to hoops scandal

RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) -- The Latest on the corruption scandal in college basketball (all times Eastern):...

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

Louisville expecting 'robust' year despite federal probe

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) -- Louisville interim President Greg Postel doubled down on his belief that the Cardinals men's basketball team can win this year despite his removal of coach Rick Pitino and the possible contributions of a prized recruit in the wake of a nationwide federal bribery investigation....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:59 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2hyMQN0

Corruption scandal threatens eligibility for college players

RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) -- A federal fraud and bribery scandal shaking college basketball has led to a key question of what will happen to recruits who received money linked to attending certain schools....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:31 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2yL84LD

Top-testing helmet being used by small number of players

NEW YORK (AP) -- The helmet that performed best in NFL testing this year is being used by 50 players spread across only half of the NFL teams....

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

The Latest: OK State fires assistant tied to hoops scandal

RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) -- The Latest on the corruption scandal in college basketball (all times Eastern):...

from AP Top Sports News at 5:11 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2yLD52e

Column: Pay scale for top basketball recruits set. Now what?

Rick Pitino accomplished at least one thing before being unceremoniously dumped by the University of Louisville....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:55 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2xJcbJz

Corruption scandal threatens eligibility for college players

RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) -- The federal fraud and bribery scandal that has shaken college basketball has left a key lingering question of what will happen to recruits who received money linked to attending certain schools....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:43 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2ywq6Af

Crosby vs. McDavid is hot debate for best player in hockey

When Connor McDavid stepped on the ice for his first NHL training camp, Taylor Hall already knew hockey's "Next One" was the best player out there....

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

AP source: NBA approves draft lottery, player resting rules

NEW YORK (AP) -- A person with knowledge of the details says NBA owners have passed rules designed to prevent healthy players from sitting out games, and teams from losing games on purpose to improve their draft position....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:06 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/1hdjIz5

Mastering the process, Fitzpatrick becomes star at Alabama

TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (AP) -- On those scorching hot late summer days when football practice is harder than usual at Alabama, a kid from New Jersey is usually the player least bothered....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:06 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2x0nYj7

Eagles coach Doug Pederson not afraid to go on fourth down

PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- For better or worse, Doug Pederson is aggressive....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:07 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2k9bJ2O

LeBron James rolls left ankle, misses practice

CLEVELAND (AP) -- LeBron James turned his left ankle during practice Wednesday night, his first workout with newly signed teammate Dwyane Wade....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:54 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2hAX67e

Pearl, Auburn face cloud of uncertainty as season approaches

Bruce Pearl's efforts to infuse a once-moribund Auburn basketball program have been derailed after his associate head coach's arrest as part of a nationwide federal bribery investigation of college basketball....

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

Saints' Mark Ingram wants show of unity for anthem in London

SUNBURY-ON-THAMES, England (AP) -- New Orleans Saints running back Mark Ingram wants all his teammates to show a unified front during the national anthem at Wembley Stadium on Sunday - whether that's sitting or standing....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:09 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2ftT7Fn

Hall-of-Fame coach Calhoun unretires for DIII Saint Joseph

WEST HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) -- Hall-of-Fame basketball coach Jim Calhoun is coming out of retirement to help build a new Division III program at the University of Saint Joseph in Connecticut....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:57 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2fuSrja

Top pick Myles Garrett returns to practice with Browns

CLEVELAND (AP) -- Browns rookie defensive end Myles Garrett is back on the practice field....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:50 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2k6joi8

NFL: Message being lost in political firestorm over anthem

NEW YORK (AP) -- The NFL says the message players and teams are trying to express is being lost in a political firestorm....

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

Con man steals spotlight as informant in college hoops probe

NEW YORK (AP) -- A con man named Louis Martin "Marty" Blazer III may have failed in his scheme to make low-budget movies with money swiped from pro athletes, but he has now succeeded in stealing part of the spotlight in a scandal that has shaken college basketball to its core....

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

Texans' Watson donates 1st game check to stadium workers

HOUSTON (AP) -- Houston Texans rookie quarterback Deshaun Watson donated his first NFL game check to three NRG stadium employees who were affected by Hurricane Harvey....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:38 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2wXJFoS

Closing arguments set for NBA players' assault trial

PHOENIX (AP) -- Jurors are expected to hear closing arguments Thursday for the assault trial of NBA players Marcus and Markieff Morris....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:18 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2f5VP7A

Bayern Munich fires Ancelotti; Sagnol interim coach

MUNICH (AP) -- Bayern Munich fired Carlo Ancelotti as coach on Thursday after the German team's heaviest Champions League group-stage defeat....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:09 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2k3V1BL

Con man steals spotlight as informant in basketball probe

NEW YORK (AP) -- A con man named Louis Martin "Marty" Blazer III may have failed in his scheme to make low-budget movies with money swiped from pro athletes, but he has now succeeded in stealing part of the spotlight in a scandal that has shaken college basketball to its core....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:31 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2fShBJ0

US women's team gives seed money to help launch NWSL union

The U.S. Women's National Team Players Association is donating $16,000 to help get the union for players in the National Women's Soccer League off the ground....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:12 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2k6W5EP

US women's team gives seed money to help launch NWSL union

The U.S. Women's National Team Players Association is donating $16,000 to help get the union for players in the National Women's Soccer League off the ground....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:02 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2k5yxAp

Russian doping whistleblower faces arrest if he returns

MOSCOW (AP) -- A Russian court has ruled that doping whistleblower Grigory Rodchenkov should be arrested if he returns to his home country....

from AP Top Sports News at 8:39 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2hniurx

Warriors' Curry slams Sports Illustrated for Kaepernick snub

OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) -- Golden State Warriors star Stephen Curry says Colin Kaepernick's omission from a Sports Illustrated cover featuring sports figures linking arms in protest solidarity is "terrible."...

from AP Top Sports News at 8:24 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2fujdYQ

European soccer weekend: What to watch in the main leagues

What to watch in the leading soccer leagues in Europe this weekend:...

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

Petition seeks removal of Ray Lewis statue over NFL protest

BALTIMORE (AP) -- Nearly 50,000 people have signed an online petition asking for the removal of a statute of retired Baltimore Ravens star Ray Lewis after he joined other NFL players kneeling during the national anthem....

from AP Top Sports News at 8:02 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2fu1VLt

Closing arguments set for NBA players' assault trial

PHOENIX (AP) -- Jurors are expected to hear closing arguments Thursday for the assault trial of NBA players Marcus and Markieff Morris....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:40 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2wpjxON

Woods back on the course in a cart, uncertain about future

JERSEY CITY, N.J. (AP) -- Tiger Woods made it back from his fourth surgery in time for the Presidents Cup....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:32 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2xMCEXk

Huge hunk of falling rock kills 1, injures 1 at Yosemite

YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK, Calif. (AP) -- A hunk of rock "the size of an apartment building" fell off the granite face of El Capitan in Yosemite National Park, killing one person and injuring another on a mountain at the height of climbing season, officials and witnesses said....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:27 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2wY9Nel

Gray donating shoes and clothes to homeless children

Chelsea Gray was driving to lunch with a Los Angeles Sparks teammate last year when she noticed a large number of homeless children near where she was going to eat....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:25 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2yuJH3J

Whiffle Ball: MLB sets strikeout record for 10th year in row

Major League Baseball hitters have once again swung - and missed - into the record book....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:15 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2hxRGdq

AP Interview: Wade wants to wear Heat jersey again _ someday

MIAMI (AP) -- Dwyane Wade cannot be clearer about this: He wants to wear a Miami Heat uniform again....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:52 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2yv58BW

Marshall: NFL teams can show support by hiring Kaepernick

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) -- Denver Broncos linebacker Brandon Marshall says he appreciates NFL teams supporting the rights of their players to protest during the national anthem. He also suggests they show it by giving Colin Kaepernick a job ....

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

Obscure con man steals spotlight as informant in hoops probe

NEW YORK (AP) -- A once-obscure admitted con man named Louis Martin "Marty" Blazer III may have failed in his scheme to make low-budget movies with money swiped from pro athletes, but he's now succeeded in stealing part of the spotlight in a scandal that's shaken college basketball to its core....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:28 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2k7fHZM

Obscure con man steals spotlight as informant in hoops probe

NEW YORK (AP) -- A once-obscure admitted con man named Louis Martin "Marty" Blazer III may have failed in his scheme to make low-budget movies with money swiped from pro athletes, but he's now succeeded in stealing part of the spotlight in a scandal that's shaken college basketball to its core....

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

Twins don't lock up AL wild-card spot, lose 4-2 to Indians

CLEVELAND (AP) -- For months, the Minnesota Twins have done it the hard way, scrapping to an unexpected season....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:13 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/1fWvdcM

Russell homers, Cubs beat Cardinals 5-1 to clinch NL Central

ST. LOUIS (AP) -- The last time the Cubs went to the postseason three straight years was in 1906-08. The World Series champions won the National Central for the second straight year with a 5-1 victory over the St. Louis Cardinals on Wednesday night....

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

Twins don't lock up AL wild-card spot, lose 4-2 to Indians

CLEVELAND (AP) -- The Minnesota Twins missed a chance to clinch a playoff spot on their own Wednesday night as Danny Salazar gave Cleveland's brain trust more to consider with a strong start and Yan Gomes homered, lifting the Indians to a 4-2 win....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:35 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2rdbNgz

Mickelson leads US for 23rd straight time in team event

JERSEY CITY, N.J. (AP) -- Phil Mickelson is the voice of experience in team competition, and there's no comparison....

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

Russell homers, Cubs beat Cardinals 5-1 to clinch NL Central

ST. LOUIS (AP) -- Addison Russell hit a three-run homer and John Lackey pitched six strong innings as the Chicago Cubs clinched their second consecutive National League Central title with a 5-1 victory over the St. Louis Cardinals on Wednesday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:56 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2cVim43

Watson donates first game check to Harvey victims at stadium

HOUSTON (AP) -- Houston Texans rookie Deshaun Watson donated his first NFL game check to three NRG stadium employees who were affected by Hurricane Harvey....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:56 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2k5BoZV

Giants pitcher Matt Cain to retire after Saturday start

PHOENIX (AP) -- Matt Cain is set to make one final start before he calls it a career....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:30 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/1JmpZXN

Details about the college hoops corruption probe

LOUISVILLE...

from AP Top Sports News at 9:14 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2xDmUDN

Desmond leads playoff-chasing Rockies over Marlins 15-9

DENVER (AP) -- Nolan Arenado was intentionally walked twice by Miami to face the cleanup hitter, Trevor Story ....

from AP Top Sports News at 8:46 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2frP7VT

Details about the college hoops corruption probe

LOUISVILLE...

from AP Top Sports News at 8:25 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2xMG7Vy

Martinez ties Sept. homer mark, D'backs rally to top Giants

PHOENIX (AP) -- David Peralta capped a three-run rally in the bottom of the ninth inning by drawing a one-out, bases-loaded walk, giving the Arizona Diamondbacks a 4-3 win over the San Francisco Giants on Wednesday....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:42 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2ny1thw

Reid hopes Trump comments raise awareness about race issues

SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) -- Eric Reid said he hopes that the criticism President Donald Trump directed at NFL players protesting during the national anthem will help bring awareness to the issues that former San Francisco 49ers teammate Colin Kaepernick hoped to raise when he began his protest last year....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:28 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2y9KafP

Peyton Manning rules out run for Corker's Senate seat

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) -- Football star Peyton Manning ruled out a bid for the U.S. Senate seat being vacated by the retirement of Republican Bob Corker, saying in a sports radio interview on Wednesday that he is giving "zero consideration" to running....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:15 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2fzoCl4

FANTASY PLAYS: Keep eyes on Gordon, Baldwin, other injuries

Week 4 in fantasy football has us glued to injury reports again. We need to monitor the status of key players like Doug Baldwin and Melvin Gordon who are dealing with nagging injuries, and may not be healthy enough to put in starting lineups this week....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:03 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/1NAIVCw

It's done: Wade makes it official, signs with Cleveland

CLEVELAND (AP) -- LeBron James can hardly contain his excitement. Neither can Dwyane Wade....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:32 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2wXpzq2

It's done: Wade makes it official, signs with Cleveland

CLEVELAND (AP) -- Dwyane Wade says he is heading to the Cleveland Cavaliers and that LeBron James is a big reason why....

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

Woods back on the course in a cart, uncertain about future

JERSEY CITY, N.J. (AP) -- Tiger Woods made it back from his fourth surgery in time for the Presidents Cup....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:11 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2y8OxI9

Louisville places Rick Pitino, AD on administrative leave

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) -- Rick Pitino couldn't survive another scandal, as an angry interim Louisville president Wednesday placed the head men's college basketball coach and his boss on administrative leave amid a nationwide federal bribery investigation that has rocked the sport....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:41 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2xz0dD2

Potential quarterback dilemmas could shake up SEC race

Anyone trying to get a read on the Southeastern Conference's quarterback situation should avoid looking at the league standings....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:41 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2fSy8ge

Presidents Cup bracing for Trump show at Liberty National

JERSEY CITY, N.J. (AP) -- The Presidents Cup is living up to its name like never before. The three previous U.S. presidents will be on the first tee at Liberty National for the start of the matches Thursday, and the PGA Tour is bracing for a Sunday visit by President Donald Trump....

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

Louisville places Rick Pitino, AD on administrative leave

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) -- Rick Pitino couldn't survive another scandal, as an angry interim Louisville president Wednesday placed the head men's college basketball coach and his boss on administrative leave amid a federal bribery investigation....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:55 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2wXtTFB

Beckham talks with Mara, has no regrets about celebration

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) -- New York Giants receiver Odell Beckham Jr. had little regret about the dog-like celebration that angered the team, and claims NFL rules about post-score revelry are confusing....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:55 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2iWnvZX

Presidents Cup bracing for Trump show at Liberty National

JERSEY CITY, N.J. (AP) -- The Presidents Cup is living up to its name like never before. The three previous U.S. presidents will be on the first tee at Liberty National for the start of the matches Thursday, and the PGA Tour is bracing for a Sunday visit by President Donald Trump....

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

200 Again: Astros 2B Altuve has 4th straight 200-hit season

ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) -- Houston Astros second baseman Jose Altuve has reached 200 hits for the fourth season in a row....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:16 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2yHDrGY

Teams return to practice, unity displays still in focus

As NFL teams returned to practice Wednesday, some conversations turned to football. Not all....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:15 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2cR7VyG

School days: LeBron thrilled to be teammates again with Wade

CLEVELAND (AP) -- LeBron James can hardly contain his excitement....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:54 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2k3zTeZ

200 Again: Astros 2B Altuve has 4th straight 200-hit season

ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) -- Houston Astros second baseman Jose Altuve has reached 200 hits for the fourth season in a row....

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

Improved Iowa State ready to take its shot at Texas

AMES, Iowa (AP) -- Texas has owned its series with Iowa State, winning 12 of the last 14 games against the Cyclones since the two schools became rivals with the formation of the Big 12....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:37 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2xMuZZ1

It was 'Poor Picks' instead of Pro Picks last week

Maybe all the displays of unity at NFL games last weekend also overshadowed an awful week for Pro Picks. We sure hope so: It was more like Poor Picks....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:31 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/WbhdZ2

Presidents Cup bracing for Trump show at Liberty National

JERSEY CITY, N.J. (AP) -- The Presidents Cup is living up to its name like never before. The three previous U.S. presidents are expected to be on the tee for the opening match at Liberty National, and the PGA Tour is bracing for a Sunday visit by President Donald Trump....

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

AP sources: Owners approve sale of Marlins to Jeter group

MIAMI (AP) -- Two people familiar with the vote say major league owners have approved the sale of the Miami Marlins by Jeffrey Loria to an investment group led by Bruce Sherman and Derek Jeter....

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

AP sources: Owners approve sale of Marlins to Jeter group

MIAMI (AP) -- Two people familiar with the vote say major league owners have approved the sale of the Miami Marlins by Jeffrey Loria to an investment group led by Bruce Sherman and Derek Jeter....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:06 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2lt2Yw2

The Latest: Trump says protests will hurt NFL business

WASHINGTON (AP) -- The Latest on President Donald Trump and his criticism of protesting athletes (all times local):...

from AP Top Sports News at 1:42 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2k1aEd0

Michigan State Police head under fire over NFL protest post

LANSING, Mich. (AP) -- The Michigan Legislative Black Caucus on Wednesday called for the resignation or firing of the head of the State Police for sharing a Facebook post calling NFL players who protest during the national anthem "anti-American degenerates."...

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

Coach who brought Broncos to 1st Super Bowl dies at 89

Red Miller, the fiery head coach who led the Denver Broncos to their first Super Bowl, has died after complications from a stroke. He was 89....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:21 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2xM2XNm

Ravens national anthem singer resigns amid controversy

BALTIMORE (AP) -- A combat veteran who has been the Baltimore Ravens' national anthem singer for the past three years has announced his resignation as debate continues about players kneeling during the national anthem....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:09 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2fqPy2P

Coach who brought Broncos to 1st Super Bowl dies at 89

Red Miller, the fiery head coach who led the Denver Broncos to their first Super Bowl, has died after complications from a stroke. He was 89....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:58 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2hx7L2Y

CFL won't approve Manziel deal for this year

TORONTO (AP) -- Johnny Manziel won't be kick-starting his pro football career in the CFL this season....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:33 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2wjLFDz

Louisville schedules news conference in midst of scandal

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) -- Louisville has scheduled a news conference during which officials are expected to address the university's involvement in a federal bribery investigation, the latest scandal involving the Cardinals men's basketball program....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:42 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2xKIZ5r

Ravens national anthem singer resigns amid controversy

BALTIMORE (AP) -- A combat veteran who has been the Baltimore Ravens' national anthem singer for the past three years has announced his resignation as debate continues about players kneeling during the national anthem....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:15 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2fRkp9l

Ravens national anthem singer resigns amid controversy

BALTIMORE (AP) -- A combat veteran who has been the Baltimore Ravens' national anthem singer for the past three years has announced his resignation....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:29 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2y8FWVD

Sharks' Joel Ward could bring anthem protests to NHL

SAN JOSE, Calif. (AP) -- Sharks forward Joel Ward told The Mercury News he might take a knee during the national anthem at an upcoming game, becoming the first NHL player to join the protests that started in the NFL and drew criticism from President Donald Trump....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:19 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2wkcnfu

Trump says he's spoken with Cowboys' owner Jerry Jones

WASHINGTON (AP) -- President Donald Trump says he has spoken to Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones amid his extended attacks on NFL players for kneeling during the national anthem....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:03 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2frkY99

College basketball takes a big hit with arrests

TUCSON, Ariz. (AP) -- University of Arizona assistant basketball coach Emanuel Richardson entered the federal court wearing the same clothes he was arrested in earlier in the day, there to face charges of accepting bribes and paying at least one recruit to attend the school....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:03 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2wkJj7s

Column: A lot of nervous people wait for other shoe to drop

The seamy underbelly of college basketball has always existed, despite the halfhearted and mostly futile efforts by the NCAA to make sure everybody plays fair....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:03 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2fqgUWJ

AP source: Wade to sign with Cavaliers, reunite with LeBron

CLEVELAND (AP) -- Together again: LeBron and D-Wade. Just like old times....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:03 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2wkJijU

Players meet with Panthers owner to discuss social issues

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) -- Panthers team captains and other selected players met with owner Jerry Richardson at his home Tuesday to "discuss social issues affecting the league and solutions moving forward."...

from AP Top Sports News at 9:03 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2frjFag

Penalty for failed offside challenge among NHL rule changes

The NHL has a clear message to coaches starting this season: Don't challenge an offside call unless you are really, really sure....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:03 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2wkJgsi

Sharks' Joel Ward could bring anthem protests to NHL

SAN JOSE, Calif. (AP) -- Sharks forward Joel Ward told The Mercury News he might take a knee during the national anthem at an upcoming game, becoming the first NHL player to join the protests that started in the NFL and drew criticism from President Donald Trump....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:03 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2fsgOOg

Fowles grabs 17 boards, Lynx beat Sparks 70-68

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) -- The Minnesota Lynx were still stinging two days after they failed to grab a single rebound in the first quarter of their WNBA Finals-opening loss to the Los Angeles Sparks....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:03 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/1pEXqZe

NFL opts not to react to Trump's anthem kneel 'rule' tweet

WASHINGTON (AP) -- No matter what challenges his administration faces, President Donald Trump is keeping up his running commentary on the NFL - tweeting Tuesday about the football league's TV ratings and suggesting it bar players from kneeling during the national anthem....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:03 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2fsgM96

The breakdown of the players who protested during the anthem

The Associated Press observed more than 130 players around the NFL kneeling or sitting during the national anthem in the league's first nine games on Sunday morning and early afternoon....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:31 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2xvL4Cp

Brissett gets in sync to lead Colts past Browns 31-28

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- Jacoby Brissett ran for two touchdowns, threw for another and the Colts defense held off Cleveland's late charge Sunday to preserve a 31-28 victory....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:31 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2fQc9pW

Sticks and slashes break bones, so NHL aims for less pain

When slash after slash broke one of Johnny Gaudreau's fingers, he called it part of the game....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:31 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2yspf3D

Lewis scores 3 TDs as Jaguars rout Ravens in London

LONDON (AP) -- Jaguars wide receiver Allen Hurns knew Sunday's game against the Baltimore Ravens had to be different....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:38 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2yEp5ap

President's criticisms spark more protests at NFL games

President Donald Trump's comments about owners firing players who kneel during the national anthem sparked a mass increase in such protests around the National Football League Sunday, as more than 130 players sat, knelt or raised their fists in defiance during early games....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:38 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2wUff6O

AP Top 25: Georgia, TCU jump into top 10, 'Noles fall out

No. 7 Georgia and No. 9 TCU jumped into the top 10 of The Associated Press college football poll for the first time this season and Florida State dropped all the way out of the rankings for the first time since 2011 after starting 0-2....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:38 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/1pF1EG9

The Latest: Penguins say they will accept White House invite

NEW YORK (AP) -- The Latest on the sports world reacting to President Donald Trump's remarks about pro football (all times ET):...

from AP Top Sports News at 10:45 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2wj0IgF

The Latest: Ravens WR Maclin in concussion protocol

The Latest on the third Sunday of the NFL regular season:...

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Ravens DE Urban questionable to return with foot sprain

NEW YORK (AP) -- Baltimore Ravens defensive end Brent Urban has a foot sprain and is questionable to return in Sunday's game against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Wembley Stadium....

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Oakland's Maxwell first MLB player to kneel during anthem

OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) -- Bruce Maxwell of the Oakland Athletics became the first major league baseball player to kneel during the national anthem Saturday, pulling the sport into a polarizing protest movement that has been criticized harshly by President Donald Trump....

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AP source: Knicks agree to trade Carmelo Anthony to Thunder

NEW YORK (AP) -- Carmelo Anthony won't be at Knicks training camp after all. He'll be in Oklahoma City, joining Russell Westbrook and Paul George in a loaded lineup....

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No. 4 Penn State beats Iowa 21-19 with TD on final play

IOWA CITY, Iowa (AP) -- It was happening like it had so often in the past....

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Top 25 Takeaways: Super Saquon; TCU statement; upset dodging

There was a moment Saturday afternoon when No. 2 Clemson was tied with Boston College heading into the fourth quarter and No. 5 Southern California was tied in the fourth quarter with California. No. 8 Michigan was struggling to score against Purdue and No. 14 Miami was struggling to stop Toledo. No. 12 Florida State had already lost....

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Anderson's 3 TDs lead No. 16 TCU past No. 6 Oklahoma St.

STILLWATER, Okla. (AP) -- TCU felt ignored heading into its matchup with high-powered Oklahoma State....

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Meetings with Prince Harry, Canadian PM for Melania Trump

WASHINGTON (AP) -- Melania Trump is set to take her biggest step yet as first lady....

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International team motivated by Presidents Cup failure

JERSEY CITY, N.J. (AP) -- Nick Price got the celebration going. He won the second of 12 singles matches when David Duval conceded his short par putt on the 17th hole at Royal Melbourne, the decisive point for the International team to win the Presidents Cup....

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No. 23 Utah recovers late fumble to hold off Arizona

TUCSON, Ariz. (AP) -- When Utah quarterback Tyler Huntley went down with a shoulder injury in the second quarter, the Utes had an experienced and reliable alternative ready....

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Dodgers beat Giants 4-2 to clinch 5th straight NL West title

LOS ANGELES (AP) -- They made it look oh-so-easy, and made it seem woefully difficult. Now, these Los Angeles Dodgers figure their braced for anything....

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No. 23 Utah recovers late fumble to hold off Arizona

TUCSON, Ariz. (AP) -- Chris Hart recovered Arizona quarterback Brandon Dawkins' fumble at Utah's 20-yard line with 2:33 left, preserving the 23rd-ranked Utes' 30-24 victory Friday night in the Pac-12 opener for both schools....

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First-timers, familiar faces hop on NHL's coaching carousel

When the Boston Bruins fired Claude Julien in February, Joel Quenneville took over as the longest-serving NHL head coach....

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Dungey cousins prove toughness in backfields and on bikes

SYRACUSE, N.Y. (AP) -- Anyone who has seen junior quarterback Eric Dungey of the Syracuse Orange play knows he has a good set of wheels, able to leap defenders with a single bound....

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Dodgers beat Giants 4-2 to clinch 5th straight NL West title

LOS ANGELES (AP) -- The Los Angeles Dodgers clinched their fifth straight NL West title, beating the San Francisco Giants 4-2 on Friday night as Cody Bellinger set an NL rookie record with his 39th home run....

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Cruz hits 2-run shot in 9th, Mariners beat Indians 3-1

SEATTLE (AP) -- Nelson Cruz hit a game-ending two-run homer in the ninth inning, lifting the Seattle Mariners over the Cleveland Indians 3-1 on Friday night....

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Cruz hits 2-run shot in 9th, Mariners beat Indians 3-1

SEATTLE (AP) -- Nelson Cruz hit a game-ending two-run homer in the ninth inning, lifting the Seattle Mariners over the Cleveland Indians 3-1 on Friday night....

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Trump says NFL should fire players who kneel during anthem

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (AP) -- President Donald Trump says National Football League owners should fire players who kneel during the national anthem. And he's encouraging spectators to walk out in protest....

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Von Miller gets top spot in AP's outside linebacker rankings

DENVER (AP) -- With his Cardinals preparing to face the Cowboys this weekend, Arizona coach Bruce Arians was asked what he might take away from the Denver Broncos' bashing of Ezekiel Elliott....

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Goins' hidden-ball trick, slam lead Blue Jays over Yanks 8-1

TORONTO (AP) -- Ryan Goins successfully pulled off a hidden-ball trick and hit his second career grand slam, leading the Toronto Blue Jays over Masahiro Tanaka and the Yankees 8-1 Friday night and ensuring New York had to wait at least one more day to clinch a playoff berth....

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Gotcha! Jays' Goins gets Todd Frazier with hidden-ball trick

TORONTO (AP) -- Blue Jays shortstop Ryan Goins used the hidden-ball trick to retire New York Yankees slugger Todd Frazier on Friday night....

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Yanks' Frazier says expanded netting should go up this year

TORONTO (AP) -- After speaking with the family of the young girl hit in the face by his foul ball, the New York Yankees' Todd Frazier thinks teams should move quickly to expand protective netting at major league ballparks....

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Reds catcher Tucker Barnhart gets $16M, 4-year contract

CINCINNATI (AP) -- Catcher Tucker Barnhart and the Cincinnati Reds agreed to a $16 million, four-year contract that covers his salary arbitration years and the first season after he would have been eligible for free agency....

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Kyle Busch takes pole at New Hampshire in 2nd NASCAR playoff

LOUDON, N.H. (AP) -- Kyle Busch turned a lap of 135.049 mph to win the pole Friday at New Hampshire Motor Speedway....

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Court sets hearing, clearing Elliott at least 2 more games

FRISCO, Texas (AP) -- A federal appeals court has set oral arguments for Oct. 2 in the NFL's bid to reinstate Ezekiel Elliott's six-game suspension over a domestic case in Ohio, meaning the star Dallas Cowboys running back will play at least two more games....

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Court sets hearing over NFL's blocked suspension of Elliott

FRISCO, Texas (AP) -- A federal appeals court has set oral arguments for Oct. 2 in the NFL's bid to reinstate Ezekiel Elliott's six-game suspension over a domestic case in Ohio, meaning the star Dallas Cowboys running back will play at least two more games....

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Ausmus out as manager of Detroit Tigers after season

DETROIT (AP) -- The Detroit Tigers announced Friday that they will not bring back manager Brad Ausmus next year after four seasons that included a division title amid declining fortunes as the franchise battles age, injuries and the departure of some key stars....

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Jets' Skrine fined $24K by NFL, Giants' Engram $12K

NEW YORK (AP) -- New York Jets cornerback Buster Skrine has been fined $24,309 by the NFL for a helmet hit last week at Oakland....

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Ausmus out as manager of Detroit Tigers after season

DETROIT (AP) -- The Detroit Tigers will not bring back manager Brad Ausmus next season....

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Tale of the tape shows Hendrick Motorsports slumping in '17

LOUDON, N.H. (AP) -- Jimmie Johnson smacked the wall first and Chase Elliott quickly followed the champion's miscalculated route when his car slammed into about the same spot. The Hendrick Motorsports drivers traded their Chevrolets for John Deere golf cart rides to the medical center....

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Can brain disease explain Aaron Hernandez's behavior?

CHICAGO (AP) -- Former football star Aaron Hernandez' brain was riddled with damage from a degenerative brain disease linked with head blows, but that doesn't necessarily explain the troubles that plagued his young life....

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Minnesota's Wiggins considers contract deal without agent

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) -- Andrew Wiggins has a five-year, $148 million contract offer from the Minnesota Timberwolves sitting right in front of him just waiting to be signed....

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No. 17 Mississippi St faces No. 17 Georgia in early SEC test

ATHENS, Ga. (AP) -- Who's the best team in the Southeastern Conferences?...

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Column: We've still got a long way to go, baby

HOUSTON (AP) -- Bobby Riggs' next big spectacle may be a leap off Suicide Bridge in Pasadena, California, while Billie Jean King is just happy to have made a spectacle of the 55-year-old hustler and to have won $200,000 to boot....

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Von Miller gets top spot in AP's outside linebacker rankings

DENVER (AP) -- With his Cardinals preparing to face the Cowboys this weekend, Arizona coach Bruce Arians was asked what he might take away from the Denver Broncos' bashing of Ezekiel Elliott....

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AP Was There: Battle of the Sexes

HOUSTON (AP) -- "The Battle of the Sexes" was a 1973 exhibition tennis match pitting 55-year-old Bobby Riggs, self-proclaimed male chauvinist pig, against Billy Jean King, a 29-year-old feminist icon and a top female player. It was more public-relations spectacle than test of athletic skill....

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A lenient NCAA imposes two-year probation on Rutgers

NEWARK, N.J. (AP) -- The NCAA has placed Rutgers on two-year probation and publically reprimanded and censured the university for failing to monitor its football program over a five-year period between 2011 and 2015....

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Column: We've still got a long way to go, baby

HOUSTON (AP) -- Bobby Riggs' next big spectacle may be a leap off Suicide Bridge in Pasadena, California, while Billie Jean King is just happy to have made a spectacle of the 55-year-old hustler and to have won $200,000 to boot....

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A lenient NCAA imposes two-year probation on Rutgers

NEWARK, N.J. (AP) -- The NCAA has placed Rutgers on two-year probation and publically reprimanded and censured the university for failing to monitor its football program over a five-year period between 2011 and 2015....

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FANTASY PLAYS: Stud plays for Week 3 in daily fantasy

Winning in daily fantasy football isn't always about finding contrarian picks to outsmart everyone else. Yes, you want to differentiate your lineup to increase your odds at winning in tournaments, but you can't ignore the studs that are still worth their high price tags....

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Returning to London, Ravens rookie tackle comes full circle

SUNBURY-ON-THAMES, England (AP) -- A decade after discovering the NFL, Baltimore Ravens lineman Jermaine Eluemunor is back where it all started in London....

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Judge tosses suit by family of hazed player who killed self

MILTON, Vt. (AP) -- A judge has dismissed a lawsuit filed by the family of a 17-year-old Vermont boy who killed himself a year after he was sexually assaulted by teammates on his football team....

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Ex-Baylor president: Some women 'make themselves victims'

WACO, Texas (AP) -- A court filing this week reveals that the former interim president of Baylor University referred to some women who had been sexually assaulted as willing "to make themselves victims."...

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Judge tosses suit by family of hazed player who killed self

MILTON, Vt. (AP) -- A judge has dismissed a lawsuit filed by the family of a 17-year-old Vermont boy who killed himself a year after he was sexually assaulted by teammates on his football team....

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Ex-Baylor president: Some women 'make themselves victims'

WACO, Texas (AP) -- A court filing this week reveals that the former interim president of Baylor University referred to some women who had been sexually assaulted as willing "to make themselves victims."...

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Knicks expect Carmelo Anthony at training camp next week

GREENBURGH, N.Y. (AP) -- When training camp opens, the New York Knicks expect Carmelo Anthony right where he's been - in their uniform and in their starting lineup....

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Time for Broncos to show what they've got in a road show

It's time for the Broncos to leave the Mile High City and show what they've got in a road show....

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Banned from tennis, Nastase starts new career as diplomat

PRAGUE (AP) -- Ilie Nastase is taking on a new role as a diplomat for the Czech Republic....

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Knicks expect Carmelo Anthony at training camp next week

GREENBURGH, N.Y. (AP) -- The New York Knicks say they expect Carmelo Anthony will attend training camp when they report next week....

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Camp time! Warriors, Wolves prepare to open training camp

The Golden State Warriors were the last team standing when the NBA season closed in June. Thanks to a preseason trip to China, they are one of the first teams to get going this season as the league gets up and rolling again....

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Evaluating Allen: Wyoming QB a strange study for NFL scouts

LARAMIE, Wyo. (AP) -- The stands of War Memorial Stadium are mostly empty as Josh Allen makes his way toward midfield, ball in hand....

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Week 4 Preview: Big 12 showdown; Hot seat watch in SEC

There is a sense of impending mayhem going into this weekend of college football....

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Rams hold off 49ers 41-39 in rare Thursday night thriller

SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) -- What many expected to be a typical Thursday night snoozer between a couple of teams lacking star power turned into quite a thriller....

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49ers lament missed opportunities in tight loss to Rams

SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) -- San Francisco's previously dormant offense woke up with five touchdowns, 421 yards and more than enough big plays to win a game....

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Cubs rally in 9th, beat Brewers 5-3 in 10th to extend lead

MILWAUKEE (AP) -- The pressure was on and Javier Baez delivered for the Chicago Cubs....

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Twins rout Tigers, lead AL wild-card race by 2 ½ games

DETROIT (AP) -- With a postseason berth tantalizingly close, the Minnesota Twins snapped out of their mini-slump in emphatic fashion....

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Rams use big offensive night to beat 49ers 41-39

SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) -- Coach Sean McVay walked into the postgame news conference and immediately asked, "Anyone have a beer?"...

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Cubs rally in 9th, beat Brewers 5-3 in 10th to extend lead

MILWAUKEE (AP) -- Javier Baez grounded a tying single with two outs in the ninth inning, Kris Bryant hit a two-run homer in the 10th and the Chicago Cubs widened their NL Central lead over Milwaukee, beating the Brewers 5-3 Thursday night....

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Rams use big offensive night to beat 49ers 41-39

SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) -- Jared Goff threw for 292 yards and three touchdowns and Todd Gurley ran for two TDs and caught another to help the Los Angeles Rams put up another big offensive performance with a 41-39 victory over the San Francisco 49ers on Thursday night....

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Twins rout Tigers, lead AL wild-card race by 2 ½ games

DETROIT (AP) -- Joe Mauer and Jorge Polanco had three hits each, and the Minnesota Twins extended their lead for the American League's second wild card by beating the Detroit Tigers 12-1 on Thursday night....

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Finally humbled, Cowboys' Prescott, Elliott look to respond

FRISCO, Texas (AP) -- Dak Prescott didn't need long to answer whether Dallas' 42-17 loss to Denver was his most humbling day in the NFL....

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Stanley opens strong at East Lake, and so does Spieth

ATLANTA (AP) -- Kyle Stanley and Jordan Spieth got off to strong starts in the Tour Championship with entirely different goals in mind....

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Aaron Hernandez had severe CTE; daughter sues NFL, Pats

BOSTON (AP) -- Former New England Patriots star Aaron Hernandez had a severe case of the degenerative brain disease chronic traumatic encephalopathy, researchers said on Thursday. His lawyer announced a lawsuit against the NFL and the team for hiding the true dangers of the sport....

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Girl hit by foul ball at Yankees game gets game's attention

NEW YORK (AP) -- It might be the shot heard around the baseball world: the rocket-like foul ball that hit a young girl at a New York Yankees game....

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Girl hit by foul ball at Yankees game gets game's attention

NEW YORK (AP) -- It might be the shot heard around the baseball world: the rocket-like foul ball that hit a young girl at a New York Yankees game....

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NBA refs can rule reckless closeouts as flagrants or techs

NEW YORK (AP) -- NBA referees will be able to call flagrant or technical fouls on defenders who dangerously close on jump shooters without allowing them space to land, as Zaza Pachulia did on the play that injured Spurs star Kawhi Leonard in last season's playoffs....

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Team USA rules out including NHL draft-eligible prospects

BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) -- General manager Jim Johannson ruled out the possibility of the U.S. men's hockey team having NHL draft-eligible prospects competing at the Winter Olympics in February....

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An NBA first: Every coach who started last season is back

MIAMI (AP) -- Dozens of NBA players found new homes this offseason. A few front offices dealt with hirings and firings. There's a new arena in Detroit and an ownership change looms in Houston. The league's logo was even tweaked....

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Undefeated champ Andre Ward retires, desire no longer there

OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) -- Andre Ward decided to end his career on top....

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Aaron Hernandez lawyer: Brain showed 'severe' case of CTE

BOSTON (AP) -- Aaron Hernandez's lawyer says the former New England Patriots tight end's brain showed severe signs of the degenerative brain disease chronic traumatic encephalopathy....

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NHL taps new market, plays 1st preseason game in China

SHANGHAI (AP) -- A golden dragon was held aloft on poles by skaters. Kobe Bryant appeared on video. NHL mascots gave the crowd a primer on what this odd game is all about....

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Alan Anderson working out, hoping for 1 more NBA call

When the NFL season begins every fall, Alan Anderson's body starts talking to him. The summer break is over, NBA training camps are right around the corner and the itch to start balling for real takes over....

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Nebraska fires athletic director after 5 years

LINCOLN, Neb. (AP) -- Nebraska abruptly fired athletic director Shawn Eichorst on Thursday, citing a failure to improve the "on-field performance" by the Cornhuskers....

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BIG TEN SPOTLIGHT: First-year coaches create positive vibes

Purdue football is showing new signs of life on the field and on the airwaves, too....

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In Shanghai, LA Kings win 1st NHL preseason game in China

SHANGHAI (AP) -- Building on the support for winter sports in China since Beijing won the 2022 Olympics, the NHL is showcasing two preseason games in an attempt to break into a market and country unfamiliar with hockey....

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Report: NFL players ask league to support campaign

A group of current and former NFL players has asked Commissioner Roger Goodell for the league's support for their campaign for racial equality and criminal justice reform....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:17 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2hkrAGM

Bernie Casey, pro football player turned actor, dies

LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Bernie Casey, a professional football player turned poet, painter and actor known for parts in films such as "Revenge of the Nerds" and "I'm Gonna Git You Sucka," has died. He was 78....

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Clemson junior QB Kelly Bryant blazing own path with Tigers

CLEMSON, S.C. (AP) -- Kelly Bryant just smiled and shook his head every time - and there were plenty of them - someone wondered how national champion Clemson would get along without two-time Heisman Trophy finalist Deshaun Watson....

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Young, established NHL players are resorting to camp tryouts

When Alex Chiasson found himself without a job halfway through the offseason, frustration began to set in....

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In Shanghai, LA Kings win 1st NHL preseason game in China

SHANGHAI (AP) -- In the first NHL preseason game played in China, the Los Angeles Kings used a third-period scoring spurt to put away the Vancouver Canucks 5-2 on Thursday....

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Undefeated champ Andre Ward retires, desire no longer there

OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) -- Light heavyweight champion Andre Ward is retiring from boxing with an undefeated record because he no longer has the desire to fight....

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Pennsylvania high school golfer has 2 holes-in-one in round

ALLENTOWN, Pa. (AP) -- A Pennsylvania high school golfer has defied huge odds by recording two holes-in-one in the same round....

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Sale reaches 300 Ks, Red Sox clinch after blanking Orioles

BALTIMORE (AP) -- Chris Sale was at his very best - right down to his momentous last pitch - in another meaningful victory for the Boston Red Sox....

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THE NEXT ONE? 13-year-old hoops phenom invites AP on journey

ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) -- Emoni Bates walks out a front door of Clague Middle School with just inches to spare....

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Lindor, Indians hold off Angels 6-5 for 26th win in 27 games

ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) -- Francisco Lindor snapped a seventh-inning tie with a two-run homer and the remarkable Cleveland Indians held off the Los Angeles Angels 6-5 on Wednesday night for their 26th victory in 27 games....

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THE NEXT ONE? 13-year-old hoops phenom invites AP on journey

ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) -- The best 13-year-old basketball player in America wears braces and is already tall enough to play shooting guard in the NBA....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:04 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2fCkqxQ

Red Sox clinch 2nd straight playoff berth

BALTIMORE (AP) -- The Boston Red Sox are going back to the playoffs....

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Report: NFL players ask league to support campaign

A group of current and former NFL players has asked Commissioner Roger Goodell for the league's support for their campaign for racial equality and criminal justice reform....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:23 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2wI3rjc

Sporting KC beats Red Bulls 2-1 to win 4th US Open Cup title

KANSAS CITY, Kan. (AP) -- Latif Blessing hoisted the U.S. Open Cup as high as he possibly could, which meant the bottom of the silver trophy just about scraped the ground as he pranced around the field....

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Sporting KC beats Red Bulls 2-1 to win 4th US Open Cup title

KANSAS CITY, Kan. (AP) -- Latif Blessing scored midway through the first half, Daniel Salloi added a breakaway goal in the second and Sporting Kansas City held on to beat the New York Red Bulls 2-1 on Wednesday night for its fourth U.S. Open Cup title....

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

Jake LaMotta, boxer who inspired 'Raging Bull,' dies at 95

Jake LaMotta, an iron-fisted battler who brawled his way to a middleweight title and was later memorialized by Robert De Niro in the film "Raging Bull," has died. He was 95....

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Vikings QB uncertainty: Bradford says knee is 'better'

EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn. (AP) -- As the Minnesota Vikings plunged into a second week of uncertainty at their most important position, quarterback Sam Bradford offered reasons to believe he'll return swiftly from a left knee injury....

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Young girl hospitalized by 105 mph foul at Yankee Stadium

NEW YORK (AP) -- A young girl at Yankee Stadium was injured by a 105 mph foul ball off the bat of Todd Frazier during Wednesday's game against Minnesota, leading some players to call for protective netting to be extended....

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

Girl hit, hospitalized by 105 mph foul at Yankee Stadium

NEW YORK (AP) -- A young girl at Yankee Stadium was injured by a 105 mph foul ball off the bat of Todd Frazier during Wednesday's game against Minnesota, leading some players to call for protective netting to be extended....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:36 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2fcJ9rK

Broncos' Siemian starting to make believers across the NFL

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) -- Trevor Siemian is finally starting to get some love around the NFL....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:01 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2xRIl6X

Young girl injured by foul ball at Yankee Stadium

NEW YORK (AP) -- A young girl at Yankee Stadium was injured by a foul ball off the bat of Todd Frazier during Wednesday's game against Minnesota, leading some New York players to call for protective netting to be extended....

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

Stanton hits 56th homer, Marlins beat Mets 9-2 for sweep

MIAMI (AP) -- Home runs before small crowds in the eighth inning of lopsided games between also-rans count, too, which is fortunate for Giancarlo Stanton....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:13 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2osyDAA

Judge hits 45th HR, young girl hit by foul, Yanks top Twins

NEW YORK (AP) -- Aaron Judge hit his AL-leading 45th home run and topped 100 RBIs, Didi Gregorius surpassed Derek Jeter for the most home runs by a Yankees shortstop and New York beat the Minnesota Twins 11-3 Wednesday for a three-game sweep....

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

FANTASY PLAYS: Play matchups, manage injuries for Week 3

As fantasy players look to set their Week 3 lineups, some will be scrambling to find a replacement for Panthers tight end Greg Olsen and others will have to monitor injuries to Bears running back Jordan Howard and Packers wide receiver Jordy Nelson. Managing injuries is an unfortunate part of playing fantasy football, but here are some suggestions that'll help you decide who to start in Week 3....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:38 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/1NAIVCw

Pat Perez is at East Lake and feels like 10 million bucks

ATLANTA (AP) -- All 30 players who made it to the Tour Championship have a mathematical shot at the FedEx Cup and its $10 million prize....

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

Vikings QB uncertainty: Bradford says knee is 'better'

EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn. (AP) -- Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Bradford says his left knee is feeling better this week, raising the possibility he'll return from injury after only a one-game absence....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:16 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2wHMe9E

Hot seats not cooling for SEC coaches like Sumlin, Malzahn

The Southeastern Conference coaches who entered the season facing questions about their job security haven't done much to quiet them....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:43 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2wzk71j

FBS sees huge spike in targeting penalty enforcement so far

College football's Bowl Subdivision has seen a 73 percent increase in the number of targeting penalties enforced through the first three weeks of the season compared with the same point in 2016....

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

Road favorites all over the board in Week 3

Texans coach Bill O'Brien says "you can't hide in the NFL."...

from AP Top Sports News at 1:45 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/WbhdZ2

Road favorites all over the board in Week 3

Texans coach Bill O'Brien says "you can't hide in the NFL."...

from AP Top Sports News at 1:17 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2xvPdGb

College Football Picks: Conference plays starts, upsets loom

Familiarity often leads to volatility....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:17 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/1LmPNBA

Lewis to winless Bengals: Next job lost will be yours

CINCINNATI (AP) -- Coach Marvin Lewis is telling Bengals players that more changes are coming if they continue to lose, and the next job lost could be theirs....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:00 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2yqgcAX

Clemson, Virginia Tech off to strong starts with new QBs

BOSTON (AP) -- Not every school can be like No. 2 Clemson, which is going for a second straight national championship despite replacing two-time Heisman Trophy finalist Deshaun Watson at quarterback....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:41 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2hgZT1y

Boxer LaMotta, immortalized in 'Raging Bull,' dies at 95

MIAMI (AP) -- Jake LaMotta, the former middleweight champion whose life in and out of the ring was depicted in the film "Raging Bull," for which Robert De Niro won an Academy Award, has died, his fiancee said Wednesday. He was 95....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:13 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2hhy2C4

Boxer LaMotta, immortalized in 'Raging Bull,' dies at 95

MIAMI (AP) -- Jake LaMotta, the former middleweight champion whose life in and out of the ring was depicted in the film "Raging Bull," for which Robert DeNiro won an Academy Award, has died, his fiancee said Wednesday. He was 95....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:49 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2ypd34B

Boxer LaMotta, immortalized in 'Raging Bull,' dies at 95

MIAMI (AP) -- Jake LaMotta, the former middleweight champion whose life in and out of the ring was depicted in the film "Raging Bull," for which Robert DeNiro won an Academy Award, has died, his fiancee said Wednesday. He was 95....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:38 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2wGMhlV

NHL hoping to make inroads in China with preseason games

SHANGHAI (AP) -- As the Vancouver Canucks held their first practice in Shanghai before their exhibition game with the Los Angeles Kings, a dense fog settled over the ice. The humidity in the arena was high and the players could barely see the puck....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:38 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2xmRIKD

Boxer LaMotta, immortalized in 'Raging Bull,' dies at 95

MIAMI (AP) -- Jake LaMotta, the former middleweight champion whose life was depicted in the film "Raging Bull," has died at the age of 95....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:27 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2jIiYhE

DeMaurice Smith re-elected as head of NFL players' union

DeMaurice Smith has been re-elected as executive director of the players' union in a special committee vote....

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

Indy 500 winner Takuma Sato to drive for Rahal in 2018

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- Indianapolis 500 winner Takuma Sato will return to Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing next season. Sato spent just one season with Andretti Autosport and became the first Japanese winner of the 500....

from AP Top Sports News at 8:59 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2xvh8WG

Morgan scores twice as US women beat New Zealand 5-0

CINCINNATI (AP) -- Alex Morgan scored twice and the U.S. women's national team concluded a two-game series against New Zealand with a 5-0 victory at Nippert Stadium on Tuesday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 8:59 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2e5QLcX

Indy 500 winner Takuma Sato to drive for Rahal in 2018

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- Indianapolis 500 winner Takuma Sato will return to Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing next season. Sato spent just one season with Andretti Autosport and became the first Japanese winner of the 500....

from AP Top Sports News at 8:20 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2xeyUhh

30-year-old kicker from Australia shining for Colorado

BOULDER, Colo. (AP) -- Don't address the 30-year-old freshman kicker from Australia as "Sir." It makes him feel old....

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

New mom Serena Williams thanks mother for being a role model

New mom Serena Williams is thanking her own mother for being the role model she says she needed....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:19 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/1eI9ljx

Indians roll on, beat Angels 6-3 for 25th win in 26 games

ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) -- Jay Bruce had a triple and a double among his three hits, Austin Jackson singled four times and the incredible Cleveland Indians rolled on by beating the Los Angeles Angels 6-3 Tuesday night for their 25th victory in 26 games....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:00 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2jJ3NEV

Indians roll on, beat Angels 6-3 for 25th win in 26 games

ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) -- Jay Bruce had a triple and a double among his three hits, Austin Jackson singled four times and the incredible Cleveland Indians rolled on by beating the Los Angeles Angels 6-3 Tuesday night for their 25th victory in 26 games....

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

AP Interview: Phelps has 'no desire' to return to swimming

Michael Phelps wondered if watching others compete at the world championships would pique his desire for another comeback....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:32 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2w5zHxd

Column: Time for tour to add more sizzle to FedEx Cup finale

ATLANTA (AP) -- Dustin Johnson had a chance to win $10 million while sitting in front of a television....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:13 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2wEZsE5

Devils' Boyle diagnosed with cancer, expects to keep playing

New Jersey Devils forward Brian Boyle has been diagnosed with chronic myeloid leukemia, a type of bone-marrow cancer that the team's doctor said can largely be treated with medication....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:57 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2xPM7xW

Chiefs take over top spot in AP Pro32 poll; Falcons are 2nd

NEW YORK (AP) -- Of the eight teams off to 2-0 starts this season, perhaps the most impressive has been the Kansas City Chiefs....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:20 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2f3B9gm

FANTASY PLAYS: Taking stock of hurt tight ends, others in W3

Week 2 was tough on tight ends in fantasy football as five big names suffered injuries - none bigger than Greg Olsen of the Panthers breaking his right foot....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:45 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2wECjl8

Tiger Woods' event out of Congressional, looking for sponsor

ATLANTA (AP) -- The tournament that Tiger Woods launched 10 years ago remained on next season's PGA Tour schedule....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:45 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2xkM9fI

Predators target NFL concussion victims, lawyers say

PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- Lawyers for former NFL players now eligible for payments under the league's $1 billion concussion settlement said Tuesday they've found evidence that unscrupulous third-party providers are trying to take advantage of players with significant brain damage....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:45 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2wEXljO

AP Interview: Phelps has 'no desire' to return to swimming

Michael Phelps says he has "no desire" to return to competitive swimming, but he is eager to stay involved with the sport and cheer on those who follow in his enormous wake....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:40 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2xQ9PK8

AP Interview: Phelps has 'no desire' to return to swimming

Michael Phelps says he has "no desire" to return to competitive swimming, but he's eager to stay involved with the sport and cheer on those who follow in his enormous wake....

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

Wings' Allisha Gray wins WNBA Rookie of the Year award

NEW YORK (AP) -- It's been a whirlwind year for Allisha Gray....

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

Moss says Griffin gloated about Shanahans being fired

Santana Moss says Robert Griffin III took credit for coach Mike Shanahan and offensive coordinator Kyle Shanahan being fired by the Washington Redskins....

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

Sporting KC to meet Red Bulls for US Open Cup championship

KANSAS CITY, Kan. (AP) -- There was a time not so long ago that the U.S. Open Cup was an afterthought, a nice trophy to win for a Major League Soccer club but nothing compared to the league's MLS Cup....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:49 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2wEBsAO

Ex-tennis star Blake testifies about his mistaken arrest

NEW YORK (AP) -- Former pro tennis star James Blake testified on Tuesday that a plainclothes police officer never identified himself before throwing him to the ground and handcuffing him outside in 2015 outside his Manhattan hotel....

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

Wings' Allisha Gray wins WNBA Rookie of the Year award

NEW YORK (AP) -- Dallas Wings guard Allisha Gray is the WNBA Rookie of the Year....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:48 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2xk4h9z

Wings' Allisha Gray wins WNBA Rookie of Year award

NEW YORK (AP) -- Dallas Wings guard Allisha Gray is the WNBA Rookie of the Year....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:36 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/1AXLdHx

Ex tennis star Blake testifies about his mistaken arrest

NEW YORK (AP) -- By former pro tennis star James Blake's account, the man approaching him in 2015 outside his hotel caused no alarm because he looked like an old high school buddy....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:36 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2jH5UJt

AP All-America Watch: VTech WR rising; LSU RB start slow

The Associated Press has been honoring college football's best with an All-America team since 1925. This season, the AP released its first preseason All-America team and will also weigh-in with a midseason team before the full, three-team All-America selections are unveiled in December. The second installment of the weekly All-America watch:...

from AP Top Sports News at 11:21 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2wuj8zl

Judge: Ex-NFL players may be targets for 'misleading' offers

PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- A federal judge overseeing the NFL's $1 billion concussion settlement with former players says she's concerned they're being targeted by claims service providers, lenders and other groups seeking a share of the money....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:21 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2xbvLip

Stanton needs one last surge to match Maris' 61 homers

MIAMI (AP) -- Giancarlo Stanton asked to sit out a game - not so much because he was tired of playing, but because he was tired of making outs....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:58 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2ymPsS7

Stanton needs one last surge to match Roger Maris' 61 homers

MIAMI (AP) -- With 55 homers, Miami Marlins slugger Giancarlo Stanton needs six in the final 12 games to match Roger Maris' hallowed 1961 total of 61. That means Stanton needs one more power surge....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:16 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2xuAon9

Suter, Braun help Brewers beat Bucs to gain in playoff race

PITTSBURGH (AP) -- While a few key players in the NL playoff picture took a night off Monday, Brewers left-hander Brent Suter got in a little extra work....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:48 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2ufr3xO

Prosecutors to argue Pistorius should get more jail time

JOHANNESBURG (AP) -- Oscar Pistorius faces another legal challenge when South Africa's Supreme Court of Appeal convenes Nov. 3 to hear arguments by state prosecutors that the former track star and convicted murderer should get more jail time....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:18 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2dYry6g

Lions rolling into matchup vs Falcons; Giants seeming lost

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) -- The NFL's highest paid player has the Detroit Lions rolling into early showdown against the defending NFC champion Atlanta Falcons....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:13 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2xeP3B2

Ex-tennis star expected to testify against police officer

NEW YORK (AP) -- By former pro tennis star James Blake's account, the man approaching him in 2015 outside his hotel caused no alarm because he looked like an old high school buddy....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:22 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2f6gKUn

Stafford throws 2 TDs to Lions beat Giants and Beckham

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) -- Matthew Stafford threw for two touchdowns, rookie Jamal Agnew broke the game open with an 88-yard punt return in the fourth quarter and the Detroit Lions beat the New York Giants 24-10 on Monday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:40 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2hdXd54

Judge hits No. 44, Chapman saves Yankees' 2-1 win over Twins

NEW YORK (AP) -- Aaron Judge hit his 44th home run, Aroldis Chapman pitched out of big trouble in the eighth inning and the New York Yankees edged the Minnesota Twins 2-1 on Monday night to increase their AL wild-card lead....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:48 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2jDY6Iq

Altherr's grand slam lifts Phillies past Dodgers 4-3

PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- Through 10 seasons, 287 starts and more than 1,900 innings, Clayton Kershaw had never given up a grand slam. Until Monday night....

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

Suter, Braun help Brewers beat Bucs to gain in playoff race

PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Brent Suter pitched five efficient innings, Ryan Braun homered and the Milwaukee Brewers beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 3-0 on Monday night to gain ground in the NL playoff chase....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:19 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2hbpywi

Altherr's grand slam lifts Phillies past Dodgers 4-3

PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- Aaron Altherr hit a grand slam, the first ever given up by Clayton Kershaw, to lead the Philadelphia Phillies past the Los Angeles Dodgers and their ace, 4-3 on Monday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:02 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/1nlExNV

Judge: NFL concussion victims hit with 'deceptive practices'

A federal judge overseeing the NFL's $1 billion concussion settlement with former players said she's concerned about "deceptive practices" by claims service providers, lawyers, lenders and other groups seeking a share of the money....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:12 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2w3OEQr

Smashing: MLB home run record on track to fall Tuesday

NEW YORK (AP) -- Giancarlo Stanton's smacks, Aaron Judge's jolts and all those dizzying long balls helped Major League Baseball move another poke closer to the inevitable....

from AP Top Sports News at 8:21 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2tC5fx6

Cowboys' Elliott accused of quitting; Garrett plans chat

FRISCO, Texas (AP) -- Ezekiel Elliott was accused of quitting by Hall of Fame running back LaDainian Tomlinson in Dallas' 42-17 loss to Denver....

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

Odell Beckham Jr. active for New York Giants against Lions

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) -- Odell Beckham Jr. is active for the New York Giants' game against the Detroit Lions....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:21 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2w3kgFV

Mike Stoops has Oklahoma defense rolling after rough '16

NORMAN, Okla. (AP) -- A year ago, Mike Stoops was a very unpopular man....

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

Falcons pass rusher Beasley sidelined with hamstring strain

FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. (AP) -- Falcons All-Pro Vic Beasley has a hamstring strain and is ruled out for this week's game at Detroit, and could be sidelined even longer....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:12 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2f6xieG

Timmons' future with Dolphins uncertain after disappearance

DAVIE, Fla. (AP) -- Miami Dolphins coach Adam Gase is declining to discuss linebacker Lawrence Timmons' future with the team, which may be brief....

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

Falcons pass rusher Beasley sidelined with hamstring strain

FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. (AP) -- Falcons All-Pro Vic Beasley has a hamstring strain and is ruled out for at least this week's game at Detroit....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:42 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2wCp5VT

Column: IndyCar needs to push Newgarden as its new star

SONOMA, Calif. (AP) -- It has been five years since IndyCar last had an American champion as the face of the series. This time, the series is far better positioned to properly wield its newest asset....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:25 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2nW2IGY

Banged-up Redskins not getting Cravens back this season

The banged-up Washington Redskins won't have Su'a Cravens for the rest of the season after putting the 22-year-old safety on the reserve/left squad list....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:17 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2wC46CR

Tom Brady, Sergio Dipp bounce back big in Week 2

Tom Brady and Sergio Dipp both had big Week 2 bounce-backs in after their opening weekend bumbles....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:48 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2cjxlB1

Judge: NFL concussion victims hit with 'deceptive practices'

A federal judge overseeing the NFL's $1 billion concussion settlement with former players says she's concerned about "deceptive practices" by claims service providers, lenders and other groups seeking a share of the money....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:08 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2xh5H4v

Timmons future with Dolphins uncertain after disappearance

DAVIE, Fla. (AP) -- Miami Dolphins coach Adam Gase declined Monday to discuss linebacker Lawrence Timmons' future with the team, which may be brief....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:46 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2xgbyaa

Fox says Bears sticking with Glennon as starting quarterback

LAKE FOREST, Ill. (AP) -- Mike Glennon remains the Chicago Bears' starting quarterback for now....

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

Chase for championship: Elliot a NASCAR title contender

JOLIET, Ill. (AP) -- Kevin Harvick considered the list of young drivers often suggested as NASCAR's next big stars and replacements for departed veterans Jeff Gordon, Tony Stewart and Dale Earnhardt Jr. He suggested that only one prospect could truly hook a new generation of fans....

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

Irving: No cares about LeBron's feelings when leaving Cavs

BOSTON (AP) -- New Boston Celtics point guard Kyrie Irving says he doesn't care if anyone took it personally that he left Cleveland, even Cavaliers star LeBron James....

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

Texas judge denies NFL bid to reinstate Elliott suspension

FRISCO, Texas (AP) -- A federal judge in Texas has denied the NFL's request to suspend his injunction that blocked a six-game suspension for Dallas Cowboys running back Ezekiel Elliott....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:58 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2vz8LVS

Cowboys are world's most valuable team at $4.8 billion

The Dallas Cowboys not only are the NFL's most valuable franchise for the 11th straight year, they are the top-valued team in the world....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:20 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2cNGh26

Center Plumlee returning to Nuggets on 3-year, $41M deal

DENVER (AP) -- Mason Plumlee lived out of a hotel last season after being acquired in a February trade and didn't get a chance to venture out much in Denver....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:14 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2hdrAMJ

FANTASY PLAYS: Thompson, Perine and other Week 2 waiver gems

There's little reason to panic if you couldn't get the player you wanted when waivers ran last week. The fantasy waiver wire is a lot like washing dirty dishes. When the sink is full, some dishes look better than others but certainly none look pristine. Even after the dishwasher runs and the plates get filed away, the sink quickly fills up again and the cycle repeats....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:14 p.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2y9YP6P

Smashing: MLB home run record set to fall Tuesday

NEW YORK (AP) -- Nearly two decades after the height of the Steroids Era, Major League Baseball is on track to break its season record for home runs on Tuesday with nearly two weeks left in the season....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:53 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2jFV0Uy

Leishman wins BMW Championship and sets sight on $10 million

LAKE FOREST, Ill. (AP) -- Marc Leishman put the finishing touches on his best year in golf and already was looking ahead to make it even better....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:34 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2qNjsFO

NHL Players to Watch: Sabres Eichel has plenty to prove

Sabres center Jack Eichel isn't mincing words when assessing his first two NHL seasons....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:33 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/1uJnjPO

Giro d'Italia: 2018 race route to feature 5 Israeli cities

JERUSALEM (AP) -- Giro d'Italia organizers have announced details of next year's start in Jerusalem, which will mark the first time a cycling Grand Tour is held outside of Europe....

from AP Top Sports News at 8:17 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2w3jOar

Rooney gets road ban after pleading guilty to drunk driving

STOCKPORT, England (AP) -- Wayne Rooney has been banned from driving for two years after pleading guilty to drunk driving....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:59 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2xsbggR

Openings to begin in trial of NBA players accused of assault

PHOENIX (AP) -- NBA players Marcus and Markieff Morris go on trial Monday on felony assault charges stemming from a beating outside a Phoenix recreation center more than two years ago....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:30 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2f4iDkk

AP Top 25 Heat Check: Balancing good with bad in AP Top 25

There are no good wins on the internet....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:34 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2cPJoH6

Leishman wins BMW Championship and sets sight on $10 million

LAKE FOREST, Ill. (AP) -- Marc Leishman put the finishing touches on his best year in golf and already was looking ahead to make it even better....

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

Week 2 shows folly in drawing early NFL conclusions

NEW YORK (AP) -- Whether you had already anointed or condemned, Week 2 of the NFL season should have put the brakes on such actions....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:31 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2w2tsKy

At Harvard

CAMBRIDGE, Mass. (AP) -- When Harvard sophomore Seth Towns awoke in his riverside dorm room Wednesday morning, he had options....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:31 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/2f4tECl

ICYMI in NFL Week 2: Lots of empty seats at 2 games in LA

So by the looks of things, maybe (AP) -- just maybe - the NFL overestimated the appetite for professional football in the Los Angeles area....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:21 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/1tkHr6s

Broncos' 42-17 crushing of Cowboys shows they're back

DENVER (AP) -- Where so many others saw a Super Bowl favorite in Dallas' swaggering offense with its all-star linemen and pair of backfield superstars, Denver's defense envisioned a chance to show everybody that the Broncos are back....

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

Seahawks puzzled by offensive struggles after beating 49ers

SEATTLE (AP) -- For the second straight season, the Seattle Seahawks are spending the first two weeks of the regular season wondering how an offense with the likes of Russell Wilson, Doug Baldwin and Jimmy Graham has only found the end zone once in two games....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:13 a.m. EDT http://ift.tt/1wvfBJ2

Strasburg ends scoreless streak, but Nats beat Dodgers 7-1

WASHINGTON (AP) -- The Nationals qualified for the playoffs in three of the previous five years, yet injuries have limited Stephen Strasburg to just one postseason start in that span. Left largely without the All-Star right-hander, Washington lost the opening series each time....

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