Jolly Sport: 2018

четверг, 3 мая 2018 г.

Caster Semenya's backers prepare for battle at CAS

MONACO (AP) -- Track and field authorities in South Africa say they are prepared to go to the Court of Arbitration for Sport to challenge new rules that could sideline women with high natural testosterone levels from middle-distance races....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:06 a.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2vLH2X7

North and South Korea combine teams at table tennis worlds

HALMSTAD, Sweden (AP) -- Ping pong diplomacy is working for North and South Korea, who have combined their women's teams at the table tennis world championships....

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

Serena Williams withdraws from Madrid Open

MADRID (AP) -- Serena Williams has withdrawn from next week's Madrid Open, saying she wasn't ready to compete....

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

High-scoring top lines dominating best defenders in playoffs

Each time Boston's top line jumps over the boards, the Tampa Bay Lightning are on red alert....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:34 a.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2FDRRtS

Rookies Fultz, Tatum having different playoff experiences

BOSTON (AP) -- When Markelle Fultz spent two days in Boston last June visiting the Celtics during the pre-draft process, it felt like home....

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

среда, 2 мая 2018 г.

Trout, Pujols, Upton HRs power Angels' 10-7 win over Orioles

ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) -- Albert Pujols is closing in fast on his 3,000th hit, and his fellow Los Angeles Angels are gathering momentum right along with him....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:23 a.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2HKsInt

Warriors' shooters deal with off-nights in different ways

OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) -- When Stephen Curry's shot needs a little something, he dives into "The Menu." Warriors teammate Klay Thompson might put up a few extra shots after an off night. If Kevin Durant is trying to rediscover his rhythm, he does some studying that usually means watching his made shots....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:23 a.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2rhOwLR

Rookies Fultz, Tatum having different playoff experiences

BOSTON (AP) -- When Markelle Fultz spent two days in Boston last June visiting the Celtics during the pre-draft process, it felt like home....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:05 a.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2KsosGR

Paxton strikes out MLB-high 16, but A's beat Mariners 3-2

SEATTLE (AP) -- Among his variety of pitches, James Paxton discovered quickly he needed only one. His fastball was so overpowering that even though Oakland Athletics batters knew it was coming, they couldn't catch up....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:52 a.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2w7UG6T

Trout, Pujols, Upton HRs power Angels' 10-7 win over Orioles

ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) -- Albert Pujols reached 2,998 career hits with a home run and a double, and Justin Upton hit a three-run homer in the fifth inning of the Los Angeles Angels' 10-7 victory over the Baltimore Orioles on Wednesday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:37 a.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2jqPJNo

Paxton strikes out MLB-high 16, but A's beat Mariners 3-2

SEATTLE (AP) -- James Paxton struck out a major league-high 16 in seven dominant innings, but the Seattle bullpen blew a late lead and the Oakland Athletics rallied past the Mariners 3-2 Wednesday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:53 a.m. EDT https://ift.tt/1woNLPj

Severino hurls shutout, Stanton powers Yanks past Astros 4-0

HOUSTON (AP) -- Luis Severino pitched a five-hit shutout with 10 strikeouts for his first career complete game, Giancarlo Stanton homered twice and drove in four runs, and the New York Yankees beat the World Series champion Houston Astros 4-0 for the second consecutive night Wednesday....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:20 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/QEcMnQ

Ingles career night leads Jazz over Rockets 116-108

HOUSTON (AP) -- Joe Ingles scored a career-high 27 points and the Utah Jazz squandered a huge early lead before using a big fourth quarter to regain control and beat the Houston Rockets 116-108 on Wednesday night and tie the Western Conference semifinals at 1-1....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:06 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2KnpxzB

Lightning strike quickly, beat Bruins 4-1, lead series 2-1

BOSTON (AP) -- Between the birth of his first child in Tampa Bay and Game 3 of the Eastern Conference semifinals in Boston, Yanni Gourde squeezed in what could be his last nap for a while....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:06 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2KwsNc7

Mets' Frazier wants meeting with Manfred over strike zone

NEW YORK (AP) -- Mets third baseman Todd Frazier is asking for a meeting with baseball Commissioner Rob Manfred over his growing frustration with the way umpires are calling balls and strikes....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:54 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2jsfa0Z

Lightning strike quickly, beat Bruins 4-1, lead series 2-1

BOSTON (AP) -- Ondrej Palat scored twice in the first 3:19 of the game, and the Tampa Bay Lightning beat the Boston Bruins 4-1 on Wednesday night to open a 2-1 lead in their Eastern Conference semifinal series....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:59 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2nCzCff

Bruins, Flames going to China as NHL continues outreach

The NHL is staging more exhibition games in China this fall, hoping to make further inroads in establishing hockey as a sport in the world's most populous nation....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:07 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2KwAwH5

Capitals forward Tom Wilson suspended 3 games

NEW YORK (AP) -- The NHL suspended Washington Capitals forward Tom Wilson three games on Wednesday for an illegal hit on Pittsburgh's Zach Aston-Reese....

from AP Top Sports News at 8:50 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2HL1j4u

Suns hire Jazz assistant Igor Kokoskov as new head coach

PHOENIX (AP) -- The Phoenix Suns have hired Utah Jazz assistant Igor Kokoskov as their new head coach....

from AP Top Sports News at 8:31 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2JFAoE3

Diamond trouble: Cespedes snaps glitzy chain sliding into 2B

NEW YORK (AP) -- Yoenis Cepsedes left it all on the diamond Wednesday night - or at least, probably several thousand dollars' worth....

from AP Top Sports News at 8:19 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2FC0o0v

Broncos WR Emmanuel Sanders energized by offseason moves

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) -- When Emmanuel Sanders returned from vacation to start the Denver Broncos' offseason training program, he went straight to the team store and loved what he saw....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:26 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2rfx0IX

Celtics' Brown 1 of many injuries impacting NBA playoffs

Injuries are having a major impact on the NBA playoffs....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:51 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/1IUmWsx

AP source: DU's Jim Montgomery is next coach of Dallas Stars

DENVER (AP) -- The Dallas Stars reached into the collegiate ranks to find their new head coach....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:34 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2FBajDF

Tennis umpire says he was fired for discrimination complaint

NEW YORK (AP) -- A black former tennis umpire said in a lawsuit that he was forced out of the sport because he complained about racial bias, including that another umpire called him a "monkey," allegations that the United States Tennis Association denied....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:21 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2HO0pQW

AP source: DU's Jim Montgomery is next coach of Dallas Stars

DENVER (AP) -- A person with knowledge of the situation tells The Associated Press that the Dallas Stars will hire the University of Denver's Jim Montgomery to be their next head coach....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:38 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2rf3VMU

Woods ready to return to work at Quail Hollow

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) -- Tiger Woods spent three months working toward one week in April....

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

Tennis umpire says he was fired for discrimination complaint

NEW YORK (AP) -- A former black tennis umpire says in a lawsuit that he was forced out of the sport because he complained about racial discrimination....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:25 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2rg7jr3

F1 seeking to hold race in Miami starting in 2019

Formula One announced Wednesday it wants to stage a street race in Miami starting in 2019 and the city commission has scheduled a vote next week on a proposal to formalize plans for a 10-year deal....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:25 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2FDo5p1

FANTASY PLAYS: Top NFL rookies; Guerrero's MLB outlook

Now that the NFL draft is complete, a ranking of the top rookies for fantasy football this season beckons....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:55 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2FBN4JE

Liverpool reaches CL final despite 4-2 loss at Roma

ROME (AP) -- Liverpool advanced to its first Champions League final in more than a decade despite a 4-2 loss at Roma on Wednesday....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:42 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2JNx35K

Encarnacion, Kluber lead Indians past Rangers 12-4

CLEVELAND (AP) -- Edwin Encarnacion homered three times and drove in six runs, helping Corey Kluber and the Cleveland Indians beat the Texas Rangers 12-4 on Wednesday....

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

Martinez uses arm, bat to help Cardinals down White Sox 3-2

ST. LOUIS (AP) -- Carlos Martinez hit his first major league home run and also threw 7 1-3 effective innings to lead the St. Louis Cardinals to a 3-2 win over the Chicago White Sox on Wednesday....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:04 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2KwDFqu

Nova's Wright fetes hoops title with pope-pourri of events

PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- Jay Wright had some time to chat before he met with Michelle Obama. The former first lady was in Philadelphia for an education event and Wright was invited to give a speech. Wright and the Obamas go way back - to at least 2016 when President Barack Obama teased Villanova's coach as "the George Clooney of coaches" for his GQ style while winning a ...

from AP Top Sports News at 3:45 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2Kw4FpO

Bruins, Flames going to China as NHL continues outreach

The NHL is going back to China for two exhibition games this fall between the Boston Bruins and Calgary Flames....

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

Bauer: Pitchers should be able to use substances on ball

CLEVELAND (AP) -- Cleveland Indians right-hander Trevor Bauer believes baseball should allow pitchers to use sticky substances on the ball during games....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:15 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2I88DXh

Baffert back at Kentucky Derby with another favorite

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) -- Bob Baffert is back at the Kentucky Derby with early favorite Justify after watching the race from his sofa in Southern California last year....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:03 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2FBS5lj

Baffert back at Kentucky Derby with another favorite

Study: Diversity remains low in sports news departments

The number of jobs held by people of color and women in sports departments at newspapers and websites has improved slightly but remains low, with most positions dominated by white males, according to a study released Wednesday....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:46 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2I4L0z7

Study: Diversity remains low in sports news departments

Trainer Lukas savoring first Kentucky Derby berth since 2015

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) -- The smile on D. Wayne Lukas' face shows how much he still loves what he's doing....

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

Unsigned safety Reid files collusion grievance against NFL

NEW YORK (AP) -- The NFL players' union says former San Francisco 49ers safety Eric Reid filed a grievance against the league, alleging that he remains unsigned as a result of collusion by owners....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:36 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2jorCij

Unsigned safety Reid files collusion grievance against NFL

F1 seeking to hold race in Miami starting in 2019

Unsigned safety Reid files collusion grievance against NFL

F1 seeking to hold race in Miami starting in 2019

Formula One has announced plans for a street race in Miami starting in 2019....

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

NHL taking a look at Wilson hit on Pittsburgh's Aston-Reese

NEW YORK (AP) -- The NHL is taking a look at a hit by Washington forward Tom Wilson that left Pittsburgh's Zach Aston-Reese with a broken jaw and a concussion....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:00 a.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2w3DsYD

Russian Olympic Committee president Zhukov to step down

MOSCOW (AP) -- The head of the Russian Olympic Committee is stepping down from his post, three months after athletes from his country were forced to compete at the Pyeongchang Games as neutral athletes....

from AP Top Sports News at 8:26 a.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2FAKQdk

NCAA VP for hoops Gavitt meeting with coach about reform

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. (AP) -- Dan Gavitt, the NCAA's vice president of men's basketball, will be making the rounds this month, bouncing from conference meeting to conference meeting, talking with coaches and athletic directors about reforming college hoops....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:01 a.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2I4dUz9

вторник, 1 мая 2018 г.

Swing away: Swatting puck out of midair not uncommon or easy

Like he does with so many things, Sidney Crosby makes it look easy....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:40 a.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2KwKvw6

Viewers see vulnerable Serena Williams in 5-part TV series

The first episode of "Being Serena," a five-part documentary series on HBO about Serena Williams, closes with the tennis great in a hospital bed, about to have a C-section....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:40 a.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2JKAfiF

Stephen Curry returns to score 28, Warriors beat Pelicans

OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) -- Stephen Curry came off the bench to score 28 points in a triumphant return from a knee injury and nearly six weeks off, and the Golden State Warriors held off Anthony Davis and the pesky New Orleans Pelicans for a 121-116 win Tuesday night to go ahead 2-0 in the Western Conference semifinals....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:22 a.m. EDT https://ift.tt/1ylS1jX

Soroka wins MLB debut, pitches baby Braves past Mets 3-2

NEW YORK (AP) -- Mike Soroka's family and friends came all the way from Western Canada to see his major league debut Tuesday night. Even still, the last thing he wanted to do was look up at them in the stands....

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

Ovechkin's late goal lifts Capitals by Penguins 4-3

PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Alex Ovechkin and Nicklas Backstrom have spent their entire careers chasing the Pittsburgh Penguins and shouldering their own franchise's onerous history of playoff failures....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:00 a.m. EDT https://ift.tt/17ofu8h

Jets overcome 3-goal deficit and soar past Predators 7-4

WINNIPEG, Manitoba (AP) -- Blake Wheeler scored on the power play with 4:59 to play and the Winnipeg Jets roared back from an early 3-0 deficit to defeat the Nashville Predators 7-4 on Tuesday night and grab a 2-1 lead in their second-round playoff series....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:28 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2HG78R0

Ovechkin's late goal lifts Capitals by Penguins 4-3

PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Alex Ovechkin knocked his own rebound out of midair and by Matt Murray with 1:07 remaining to lift the Washington Capitals to a 4-3 victory on Tuesday night in Game 3 of their increasingly testy Eastern Conference semifinal series with Pittsburgh....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:46 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2iGtH9N

Soroka wins MLB debut, pitches baby Braves past Mets 3-2

NEW YORK (AP) -- Mike Soroka pitched six impressive innings to win his major league debut for Atlanta, and the baby Braves hammered Noah Syndergaard at the outset of a 3-2 victory over the New York Mets on Tuesday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:29 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/1tjWlfa

Bauer starts Twitter spat for comments about Astros pitchers

HOUSTON (AP) -- Cleveland pitcher Trevor Bauer ignited a Twitter battle on Tuesday when he insinuated Houston Astros pitchers are using sticky substances to increase their spin rates....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:00 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2w12yY8

Mariners, A's to play next season's MLB opener in Japan

NEW YORK (AP) -- The Oakland Athletics and Seattle Mariners will play an opening two-game series in Tokyo on March 20 and 21, the fifth time Major League Baseball will start its season in Japan....

from AP Top Sports News at 8:05 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2FwzuXH

Whiff of offense: Strikeouts top hits in month for 1st time

NEW YORK (AP) -- Baseball had a whiff of offense in the air during a cold and wet April....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:47 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2rfNTCJ

Jazz try to slow Harden in Game 2 after Game 1 rout

HOUSTON (AP) -- No one on the Utah Jazz is using the word "stop" when referring to what they'll try to do to James Harden in Game 2 of the Western Conference semifinals on Wednesday night after the Houston Rockets' star scored 41 points in a Game 1 rout....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:47 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2odX7R4

Braves call up another top prospect; Soroka to debut vs Mets

NEW YORK (AP) -- The Atlanta Braves just keep getting younger....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:42 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2HNcWnt

Russ Brandon resigns as Bills, Sabres president

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) -- Russ Brandon abruptly resigned his dual role as president of the NFL Buffalo Bills and NHL Buffalo Sabres after being confronted by the teams' owners regarding an inappropriate relationship with a female employee, two people with direct knowledge of the situation told The Associated Press....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:24 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2JJKIed

Column: Justin Thomas trying to make his bad golf better

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) -- The question Justin Thomas faced seven months ago was how to follow a season that featured five PGA Tour victories, his first major championship, the FedEx Cup and all the awards that go along with the best year in golf....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:02 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2HN8GEv

Whiff of offense: Strikeouts top hits in month for 1st time

NEW YORK (AP) -- Strikeouts exceeded hits during a full calendar month for the first time in the Major League Baseball history....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:06 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2Kw23bo

Defense says wide receiver hoped to be ex-girlfriend's hero

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (AP) -- Both sides in the first-degree murder trial of former Division III college football player William Riley Gaul agree that he killed his 16-year-old ex-girlfriend by firing through her bedroom window. ...

from AP Top Sports News at 5:00 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2I8pXvt

AP source: Bills, Sabres president Brandon leaving teams

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) -- A person with direct knowledge of the decision tells The Associated Press that Buffalo Bills and Sabres president Russ Brandon is leaving his post in a major shake-up made by the teams' owners, Terry and Kim Pegula....

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

Tradition, tradition! Harvard-Yale play The Game at Fenway

BOSTON (AP) -- Yale football captain Kyle Mullen thought he would have one more chance to play in The Game at Harvard Stadium, a last trip to the century-old venue on the nearly 400-year-old campus for the 135th edition of the rivalry....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:33 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2zA8W5O

Tradition, tradition! Harvard-Yale play The Game at Fenway

Mariners, A's to play next season's MLB opener in Japan

Mariners, Athletics to play next season's opener in Japan

Patrick returns to Indy's famous oval for 1st time since 11

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- Danica Patrick's initial return to the storied oval at Indianapolis Motor Speedway was brief. One lap, not even up to speed....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:47 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2HHy3vJ

Braves call up another top prospect; Soroka to debut vs Mets

NEW YORK (AP) -- The Atlanta Braves just keep getting younger....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:06 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2FwAX0r

Water temperature issue delays Patrick's practice at Indy

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- Danica Patrick's highly anticipated return to the Indianapolis Motor Speedway has been delayed....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:53 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2rc0IxC

WNBA player makes strong move as full-time ESPN analyst

NEW YORK (AP) -- Chiney Ogwumike remembers her father always telling her and her sisters that every disappointment is a blessing....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:49 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2I5RwoY

Gymnast sues Karolyis, other groups over team doctor's abuse

HOUSTON (AP) -- A former member of the U.S. national team is the latest gymnast to file suit over sexual abuse by imprisoned former sports doctor Larry Nassar....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:10 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2HK7f9X

Grizzlies give Bickerstaff new deal, remove interim tag

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) -- The Memphis Grizzlies have decided to make J.B. Bickerstaff their next head coach, removing the interim tag from his title....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:39 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2w8HoYa

Gymnast sues Karolyis, other groups over team doctor's abuse

Trump honors Army's football team, jokes about space force

WASHINGTON (AP) -- President Donald Trump is honoring Army's football team at the White House and predicting the service branches of the military could have a new addition: the space force....

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

Women's sports leagues band together with SheIS initiative

NEW YORK (AP) -- Women's sports leagues are banding together with a new initiative, SheIS....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:18 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2HFwYo1

Baffert talks Derby, black cats in new AP podcast

Trainer Bob Baffert is feeling pretty good about the chances of his latest Kentucky Derby contender, Justify, despite the horse's lack of experience on the track....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:22 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2I8mQUf

Justify installed the early 3-1 favorite for Kentucky Derby

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) -- Justify has been made the early 3-1 favorite for the Kentucky Derby, with Europe-based Mendelssohn the second choice in a full field of 20 horses....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:58 a.m. EDT https://ift.tt/1ji0I5T

FANTASY PLAYS: Daily fantasy strategies for baseball, golf

The foundation of every strong daily fantasy baseball lineup starts at the pitcher slot. Starting pitchers are often the most expensive and projected to earn the most points on any given day, making it the most important lineup decision for daily fantasy players....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:35 a.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2HJBWfk

Column: Payne's influence on American sports is undeniable

ATHENS, Ga. (AP) -- Billy Payne is pondering the next chapter in his life....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:13 a.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2rbBsrr

Women's sports leagues band together with SheIS initiative

NEW YORK (AP) -- Women's sports leagues are banding together for the first time with a new initiative - SheIS....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:02 a.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2rbTFWP

понедельник, 30 апреля 2018 г.

Hundley's pinch-hit single in 9th rallies Giants past Padres

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) -- After sitting on the bench all night, Giants backup catcher Nick Hundley took one look at the lineup card in the ninth inning and figured he might get a chance to hit....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:47 a.m. EDT https://ift.tt/Ty0lKY

Hundley's pinch-hit single in 9th rallies Giants past Padres

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) -- Pinch-hitter Nick Hundley lined a two-run single off San Diego Padres closer Brad Hand with two outs in the ninth inning to give the San Francisco Giants a 6-5 comeback victory Monday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:01 a.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2rbvAyp

Golden Knights beat Sharks 4-3 in OT

SAN JOSE, Calif. (AP) -- William Karlsson scored 8:17 into overtime and the Vegas Golden Knights bounced back from a blown lead late in the third period to beat the San Jose Sharks 4-3 on Monday night to take a 2-1 series lead....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:32 a.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2rcIPjb

Pollock hits 3 HRs, Greinke pitches D-backs past Dodgers 8-5

PHOENIX (AP) -- A.J. Pollock hit three home runs and the Arizona Diamondbacks beat the Los Angeles Dodgers 8-5 on Monday night in the opener of a four-game series between NL West rivals....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:32 a.m. EDT https://ift.tt/1gT8oKQ

Rozier (29 pts)

BOSTON (AP) -- Boston's rising stars stalled The Process and led the Celtics to victory in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference semifinals....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:16 a.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2HLVdwE

Giants ace Madison Bumgarner could begin throwing soon

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) -- Hoping for clearance to begin a throwing program, San Francisco Giants ace Madison Bumgarner is headed to Arizona to meet with the same doctor who performed surgery on his left pinkie....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:04 a.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2p0BLE4

What a month: Red Sox complete best April with win over KC

BOSTON (AP) -- The Boston Red Sox slammed their way through their most wins in April ever....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:49 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2rdOHZx

Giants ace Madison Bumgarner could begin throwing soon

Morton strikes out 10 to help Astros stop Yankees, 2-1

HOUSTON (AP) -- Charlie Morton pitched two-hit ball into the eighth inning and struck out 10 as the Houston Astros snapped the New York Yankees' nine-game winning streak with a 2-1 victory Monday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:06 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2racSbi

Diamondbacks lose another starter as Ray goes on 10-day DL

PHOENIX (AP) -- The Arizona Diamondbacks have placed left-hander Robbie Ray on the 10-day disabled list with a strained oblique, the second starting pitcher the team has lost to injury already this season....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:48 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2w0sx1z

What a month: Red Sox complete best April with win over KC

BOSTON (AP) -- Xander Bogaerts hit a grand slam over the Green Monster and the Boston Red Sox finished April with their most wins ever by beating the Kansas City Royals 10-6 on Monday night....

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

What a month: Red Sox complete best April with win over KC

Seager to have Tommy John surgery, miss rest of season

PHOENIX (AP) -- The Los Angeles Dodgers' difficult April got a lot worse Monday with news that two-time All-Star shortstop and 2016 NL Rookie of the Year Corey Seager will undergo season-ending Tommy John surgery....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:13 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2FuvtmR

Seager to undergo Tommy John surgery, miss rest of season

Curry ready to return for Warriors in Game 2 vs. Pelicans

OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) -- The last time Golden State got Stephen Curry back from a knee injury in the playoffs, he immediately returned to brilliance....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:42 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2q0g9XM

Column: All eyes will be on Patrick in her IndyCar return

Sebastien Bourdais was back at Indianapolis Motor Speedway on Monday. So was Helio Castroneves, who returned to his home away from home to re-acclimate to an Indy car....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:36 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/1gwPmKf

Wolves can be proud of playoffs; road to return has potholes

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) -- For the first time since 2004, the Minnesota Timberwolves are entering May without their customary collection of good-luck charms for the NBA draft lottery....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:18 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2KpOA57

Raptors rested, ready for third shot at LeBron, Cavaliers

TORONTO (AP) -- The Toronto Raptors seem to have everything lined up in their favor heading into their postseason matchup against LeBron James and the Cleveland Cavaliers....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:12 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2eWJa2v

Raptors rested, ready for third shot at LeBron, Cavaliers

TORONTO (AP) -- TORONTO - The Toronto Raptors seem to have everything lined up in their favor heading into their postseason matchup against LeBron James and the Cleveland Cavaliers....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:47 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/1vVEuMu

Cowboys want Super Bowl hosting do-over, and draft was start

ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) -- The Dallas Cowboys want a do-over on hosting the Super Bowl after horrid weather and a seating fiasco ruined their first try seven years ago....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:21 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2raIeOR

Home is where the 'L' is? Home teams struggling in playoffs

PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Having home ice is supposed to be an advantage in the NHL. So far in the 2018 playoffs, the only guarantee to playing at home is a monochrome backdrop provided by fans in team-specific T-shirts....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:15 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/1ECaT0u

Impressive season lays groundwork for Pacers future

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- The Indiana Pacers were full of surprises this season....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:23 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/1kciaLj

Report: Ex-Brazil gymnastics coach accused of sexual abuse

SAO PAULO (AP) -- A community center fired a former coach of the Brazilian national gymnastics team Monday after a news report revealed that dozens of athletes he worked with have accused him of sexual abuse....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:23 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2vZOYnJ

Williams says Redskins had 'inside information' on Guice

ASHBURN, Va. (AP) -- If other teams worried about LSU running back Derrius Guice's character, prompting his fall from first-round prospect to late-second-round pick, Washington Redskins senior VP of player personnel Doug Williams figures he had "inside information."...

from AP Top Sports News at 4:21 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2HEraaf

Carolina terminates demoted GM Ron Francis' contract

RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) -- The Carolina Hurricanes terminated the contract of demoted general manager and Hall of Fame player Ron Francis on Monday....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:00 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2JCpRte

FIFA advances African World Cup teams $2M for player bonuses

CAIRO (AP) -- FIFA will give five Africa soccer federations a $2 million advance each on World Cup prize money to pay player bonuses before the tournament in Russia....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:53 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2r9fEMY

2014 champ Klizan rallies to surprise Mayer in Munich

MUNICH (AP) -- Former champion Martin Klizan rallied to surprise home player Florian Mayer 3-6, 6-4, 6-3 in the first round of the Munich Open on Monday....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:32 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2HKdnPK

Maple Leafs' Lamoriello will not return as GM next season

TORONTO (AP) -- Toronto Maple Leafs general manager Lou Lamoriello will not return to the role next season....

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

Williams says Redskins had 'inside information' on Guice

Whistleblower Rodchenkov seeks dismissal of libel lawsuit

The whistleblower who exposed Russian cheating at the 2014 Olympics filed a motion Monday to dismiss a libel lawsuit against him, which his lawyers portrayed as a ploy led by the Russian owner of the Brooklyn Nets to reveal his whereabouts....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:56 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2HCU0vZ

Showalter strives for turnaround from last-place Orioles

BALTIMORE (AP) -- The last time the Baltimore Orioles began a season this poorly, Buck Showalter was brought in to restore order to the floundering franchise....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:28 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2HJL83G

FIFA hosts continental football bodies to talk on $25B deal

ZURICH (AP) -- FIFA has hosted talks with football's six continental governing bodies on a $25 billion offer to run two international competitions, seeking a decision before the World Cup kicks off in June....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:15 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2HoGj3y

Forward step: LeBron, Cavs pushed to limit but not done yet

CLEVELAND (AP) -- LeBron James walked sluggishly down a corridor inside Quicken Loans Arena following Game 7 surrounded by the usual squadron of security personnel, some business associates and his publicist....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:00 a.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2pVu58B

Whistleblower Rodchenkov seeks dismissal of libel lawsuit

The whistleblower who exposed Russia's scheme to cheat at the 2014 Olympics has filed a motion to dismiss a libel lawsuit brought on behalf of three Russian biathletes whose medals were stripped from the Sochi Games for doping....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:00 a.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2FteVeW

воскресенье, 29 апреля 2018 г.

Shot taker: Ogunbowale set for Dancing With the Stars

NEW YORK (AP) -- Hooping with Kobe and Ellen. Going from the big dance to a big dance competition. Making the cover of Sports Illustrated....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:55 a.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2vX064O

Forward step: LeBron, Cavs pushed to limit but not done yet

AP source: Triano not among finalists for Suns job

PHOENIX (AP) -- A person with knowledge of the situation said interim coach Jay Triano is not among "handful" of remaining candidates for the Phoenix Suns coaching job....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:45 a.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2w0LTno

Sanchez homers, Sabathia stays solid, Yanks win 9th straight

ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) -- Gary Sanchez hit a two-run home run, CC Sabathia pitched seven more effective innings and the New York Yankees beat the Los Angeles Angels 2-1 on Sunday night for their ninth straight win....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:21 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2vXeBWc

AP source: Triano not among finalists for Suns job

PHOENIX (AP) -- A person with knowledge of the situation says Jay Triano is not among "handful" of remaining candidates for the Phoenix Suns coaching job....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:59 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2JFAoE3

Capitals hold on to lead this time, beat Penguins in Game 2

WASHINGTON (AP) -- Braden Holtby spun around and saw the puck on the goal line. Maybe it was in. Maybe it wasn't....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:25 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2p8FPFq

Celtics, Sixers renew rivalry with new casts in East semis

WALTHAM, Mass. (AP) -- Ben Simmons and Joel Embiid are about to find out what the NBA playoffs are really about....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:49 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2jeB8Vj

Joey Logano snaps long losing streak with win at Talladega

TALLADEGA, Ala. (AP) -- Joey Logano won at Talladega Superspeedway to end a nearly yearlong losing streak....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:43 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2f0g1WE

Parker's future, coaching search will define Bucks offseason

MILWAUKEE (AP) -- Giannis Antetokounmpo is trying to eliminate the drama around whether Jabari Parker will return to the Milwaukee Bucks....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:43 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2r90isZ

7th heaven: LeBron carries Cavaliers past Pacers in Game 7

CLEVELAND (AP) -- LeBron James wasn't ready to go home or to Philadelphia or Los Angeles....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:23 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2kMdfni

Harden's 41 points lead Rockets over Jazz in Game 1

HOUSTON (AP) -- James Harden scored 41 points and the Houston Rockets raced out to a huge lead and sailed to a 110-96 win over the Utah Jazz in Game 1 of the Western Conference semifinals on Sunday....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:19 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2KnpxzB

Chatwood, Cubs sweep Brewers with 2-0 win

CHICAGO (AP) -- For four straight days, Tyler Chatwood, Jose Quintana, Yu Darvish and Kyle Hendricks put on a pitching clinic....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:19 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2crjTuX

Capitals hold on to lead this time, beat Penguins in Game 2

WASHINGTON (AP) -- Alex Ovechkin scored his seventh goal of the playoffs, Braden Holtby made 32 saves and the Washington Capitals built a lead and this time held on to beat the Pittsburgh Penguins 4-1 in Game 2 on Sunday to even the second-round series....

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

Joey Logano snaps long losing streak with win at Talladega

TALLADEGA, Ala. (AP) -- Joey Logano has ended a nearly yearlong losing streak with a victory at Talladega Superspeedway....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:53 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2HY2lJL

Chatwood, Cubs sweep Brewers with 2-0 win

CHICAGO (AP) -- Tyler Chatwood pitched seven sparkling innings and helped himself with an RBI single, leading the Chicago Cubs to a 2-0 victory over the Milwaukee Brewers on Sunday and a sweep of the four-game series between NL Central rivals....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:05 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/1sBRcff

Kingham flirts with perfecto in MLB debut, Pirates top Cards

PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Nick Kingham carried a perfect game into the seventh inning in his major league debut to lead the Pittsburgh Pirates to a 5-0 win over the St. Louis Cardinals on Sunday....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:53 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2uWV9rC

Barcelona wins Spanish league title with Messi hat trick

BARCELONA, Spain (AP) -- Barcelona won the Spanish league title for the third time in four seasons on Sunday with Lionel Messi scoring a hat trick as the Catalan club remained unbeaten....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:45 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2HDIG2k

Eight is enough: Red Sox snap Rays' streak with 4-3 win

BOSTON (AP) -- Sandy Leon hit an opposite-field, go-ahead RBI single inside the third-base bag with two outs in the eighth inning against Tampa Bay closer Alex Colome, lifting the Boston Red Sox to a 4-3 victory Sunday that snapped the Rays' eight-game winning streak....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:28 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2r8Px90

The Latest: Paul Menard wins 2nd stage at Talladega

TALLADEGA, Ala. (AP) -- The Latest on NASCAR's race at Talladega Superspeedway (all times local):...

from AP Top Sports News at 4:23 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2JBu7Jg

7th heaven: LeBron carries Cavaliers past Pacers in Game 7

CLEVELAND (AP) -- LeBron James scored 45 points and got some needed help in Game 7 to stay unbeaten in the opening round of the NBA playoffs, leading the Cleveland Cavaliers to a 105-101 win over the Indiana Pacers, who pushed the game's best player to the limit....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:11 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2oLk2T8

The Latest: Jamie McMurray in crash at Talladega

TALLADEGA, Ala. (AP) -- The Latest on NASCAR's race at Talladega Superspeedway (all times local):...

from AP Top Sports News at 3:52 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2HEJikr

Celtics' Brown doubtful for Game 1 vs. 76ers

WALTHAM, Mass. (AP) -- Boston Celtics guard Jaylen Brown is doubtful for Game 1 of the Eastern Conference semifinals against the Philadelphia 76ers with a strained right hamstring, coach Brad Stevens said, while adding that he could return later in the series....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:52 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2HBlQst

Pirates' Kingham loses perfect game in 7th in his MLB debut

PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Nick Kingham of the Pittsburgh Pirates has lost his bid for a perfect game in his major league debut when Paul DeJong of the St. Louis Cardinals singled with two outs in the seventh inning....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:43 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2HAp0fY

Kingham perfect through 6 innings for Pirates in MLB debut

PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Nick Kingham is pitching a perfect game through six innings for the Pittsburgh Pirates against the St. Louis Cardinals in his major league debut....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:11 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2HVrrJk

Celtics' Brown doubtful for Game 1 vs. 76ers

BOSTON (AP) -- Celtics coach Brad Stevens says guard Jaylen Brown is doubtful for Monday night's opener of the Eastern Conference semifinals against the Philadelphia 76ers....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:11 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2DcEAqW

No perfect ending to Wenger's long rivalry with Man United

MANCHESTER, England (AP) -- There was no perfect ending to Arsene Wenger's iconic 22-season rivalry with Manchester United....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:03 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2ea4Uqs

Penguins' Malkin out for Game 2 at Capitals

WASHINGTON (AP) -- Injured star Evgeni Malkin will not play for the Pittsburgh Penguins in Game 2 of their second-round series against the Washington Capitals....

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

Wilder: Joshua should take $50 million offer _ and soon

TALLADEGA, Ala. (AP) -- WBC heavyweight champion Deontay Wilder thinks he'll get the next shot at Anthony Joshua....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:55 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2HA2Mut

Wilder: Joshua should take $50 million offer _ and soon

TALLADEGA, Ala. (AP) -- WBC heavyweight champion Deontay Wilder thinks he'll get the next shot at Anthony Joshua....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:35 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2jgq6Py

Cavaliers G George Hill returns for Game 7 against Pacers

CLEVELAND (AP) -- Cavaliers guard George Hill is back for Game 7 against Indiana after missing three games with back spasms....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:56 a.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2vYLaTC

Hamilton wins action-packed Azerbaijan Grand Prix

BAKU, Azerbaijan (AP) -- Lewis Hamilton won an incident-packed Azerbaijan Grand Prix Sunday to take over the championship lead....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:06 a.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2HCKLvP

Celtics stare down adversity, look forward to 76ers

BOSTON (AP) -- So much of the chatter before Boston's first-round matchup with Milwaukee focused on who wouldn't be on the court for the Celtics....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:33 a.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2KiOsUR

Celtics stare down adversity, look forward to 76ers

BOSTON (AP) -- So much of the chatter before Boston's first-round matchup with Milwaukee focused on who wouldn't be on the court for the Celtics....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:22 a.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2qqykY0

суббота, 28 апреля 2018 г.

Jackson, Cueto help Giants split doubleheader

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) -- Austin Jackson hit a go-ahead three-run double in the fifth inning, Johnny Cueto won his third consecutive decision and the San Francisco Giants beat the Los Angeles Dodgers 8-3 for a split of their doubleheader Saturday....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:23 a.m. EDT https://ift.tt/1ex7uVv

Warriors use big second quarter to pull away, rout Pelicans

OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) -- Kevin Durant had 26 points and 13 rebounds, Draymond Green dazzled all over the floor with his fourth career postseason triple-double, and the Golden State Warriors thoroughly overmatched the New Orleans Pelicans for a 123-101 win in Game 1 of their Western Conference semifinals Saturday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:02 a.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2oRONG7

MMA fighter with links to Trump, Cohen is questioned by FBI

ROSEMONT, Ill. (AP) -- A Russian mixed martial arts fighter who has connections with President Donald Trump, the president's personal attorney Michael Cohen and Russian President Vladimir Putin was questioned this week by the FBI, his manager confirmed Saturday....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:18 a.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2HBVt5L

Warriors' Stephen Curry sitting out Game 1 against Pelicans

OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) -- Stephen Curry's return from a knee injury will wait at least one more game....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:11 a.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2FpBG3i

Celtics beat Bucks 112-96 in Game 7, advance to play 76ers

BOSTON (AP) -- Terry Rozier and Eric Bledsoe spent seven games trash-talking through the media and pretending not to know each other's names....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:52 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2o8ruDL

Sabres follow last place-finish by landing No. 1 draft pick

The Buffalo Sabres followed a season filled with losses by finally winning something - the NHL draft lottery - and landing the No. 1 pick for just third time in franchise history....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:57 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2r5ljVs

Celtics beat Bucks 112-96 in Game 7, advance to play 76ers

BOSTON (AP) -- Al Horford and Terry Rozier scored 26 points apiece, and even Giannis Antetokounmpo tipped in a basket for the Celtics on Saturday night to help Boston beat Milwaukee 112-96 in Game 7 of their first-round series and eliminate the Bucks and the Greek Freak from the playoffs....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:33 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2o8BZH8

The Latest: Buffalo Sabres win NHL draft lottery

TORONTO (AP) -- The Latest on the NHL draft lottery (all times local):...

from AP Top Sports News at 10:30 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2HCRlye

Sandoval pitches perfect inning, Giants lose to Dodgers 15-6

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) -- The Los Angeles Dodgers had no problem knocking around every pitcher the San Francisco Giants threw at them, except one - Pablo Sandoval....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:14 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2pMRI4j

Warriors' Stephen Curry sitting out Game 1 against Pelicans

OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) -- Stephen Curry is sitting out Game 1 of the Golden State Warriors' Western Conference semifinal matchup against New Orleans as he continues to recover fully from a sprained left knee....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:01 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2EwShC2

Hurricanes, Sabres, Canadiens vying for NHL's top draft pick

The Carolina Hurricanes vaulted into a position to land one of the top three picks of this year's NHL draft....

from AP Top Sports News at 8:47 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2HzjPNt

Hurricanes, Sabres, Canadiens vying for NHL's top draft pick

The Carolina Hurricanes have vaulted into a position to land one of the top three picks of this year's NHL draft....

from AP Top Sports News at 8:13 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/1qGjnL0

Diamondbacks beat Nationals 4-3 on bases-loaded walk

WASHINGTON (AP) -- David Peralta connected twice in his first multihomer game and Nick Ahmed scored the winning run on a bases-loaded walk in the 10th inning, sending the Arizona Diamondbacks to a 4-3 victory over the Washington Nationals on Saturday....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:56 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/1o7HTkn

Diamondbacks beat Nationals 4-3 on bases-loaded walk

Nash, Bergeron score twice, Bruins beat Lightning in Game 1

TAMPA, Fla. (AP) -- Rick Nash and Boston's high-scoring line of Patrice Bergeron, David Pastrnak and Brad Marchand are to a flying start in the second round of the Stanley Cup playoffs....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:31 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2IwA1fa

Vandeweghe reaches Stuttgart final, Pliskova awaits

STUTTGART, Germany (AP) -- CoCo Vandeweghe defeated Caroline Garcia 6-4, 6-2 on Saturday to become the first American to reach the Stuttgart Open final since Lindsay Davenport in 2005....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:44 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2r5y3eA

Harvick, eyeing 4th win of year, to start on Talladega pole

TALLADEGA, Ala. (AP) -- Kevin Harvick will start on the pole Sunday at Talladega Superspeedway while he goes for his fourth win of the year....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:23 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/1kG8mH1

Legion of Griffin's: Seahawks select LB Shaquem Griffin

RENTON, Wash. (AP) -- The Seattle Seahawks selected Central Florida linebacker Shaquem Griffin in the fifth round on Saturday, reuniting the feel-good story of the NFL draft with his twin brother....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:14 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2HxTKhu

Shaquem Griffin finally hears his name at NFL draft

ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) -- Seahawks coach Pete Carroll is known for taking chances on players. So many, from Richard Sherman to Russell Wilson to Doug Baldwin, have worked out....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:04 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2HynWcp

Win-or-leave home? LeBron facing extreme Game 7 vs. Pacers

CLEVELAND (AP) -- LeBron James is on the brink of his earliest NBA playoff exit - and maybe another departure from Cleveland....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:56 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2vUqw7d

The Latest: Raiders take Maurice Hurst in 5th round

ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) -- The Latest on the NFL draft Saturday (all times local):...

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

Legion of Griffin's: Seahawks select LB Shaquem Griffin

RENTON, Wash. (AP) -- The Seattle Seahawks have selected Central Florida linebacker Shaquem Griffin in the fifth round of the NFL draft on Saturday....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:14 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2r5QgIP

Browns select troubled Florida WR Callaway in 4th round

CLEVELAND (AP) -- The Browns are taking a chance that Florida wide receiver Antonio Callaway will stay out of trouble....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:40 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2HwKxG9

Cubs' Bryant returns after missing 4 games following HBP

CHICAGO (AP) -- Chicago Cubs slugger Kris Bryant will return to the lineup on Saturday, six days after being hit in the head by a pitch in a game at Colorado....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:29 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2srEkiJ

Ohtani sprains ankle, day to day with next start on Tuesday

ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) -- Shohei Ohtani is day to day after mildly spraining his left ankle during the Los Angeles Angels' 4-3 loss to the New York Yankees on Friday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:54 a.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2jaObL9

пятница, 27 апреля 2018 г.

Gregorius HR lifts Yanks in 10th, Angels' Ohtani injured

ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) -- Didi Gregorius wasn't so sure about a curtain call after his 10th-inning home run. Understandable, given his New York Yankees were on the road....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:46 a.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2shZu6q

Gregorius HR lifts Yanks in 10th, Angels' Ohtani injured

ANAHEIM, California (AP) -- Didi Gregorius hit a solo homer in the 10th inning and the New York Yankees won their seventh straight by beating the Los Angeles Angles 4-3 on Friday night after two-way sensation Shohei Ohtani left with an ankle injury....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:41 a.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2JvQKPu

Pacers even series, force Game 7 by blowing out Cavs 121-87

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- The Indiana Pacers will force LeBron James to go the distance to remain unbeaten in first-round series....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:11 a.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2p1Gg3p

Hellebuyck smothers Preds as Jets grab 1-0 lead with 4-1 win

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) -- Connor Hellebuyck made 47 saves and the Winnipeg Jets beat the Nashville Predators 4-1 on Friday night in Game 1 of the Western Conference semifinal between the NHL's top teams in the regular season....

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

Pacers even series, force Game 7 by blowing out Cavs 121-87

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- Victor Oladipo scored 28 points and posted the first postseason triple-double of his career Friday night, leading the Indiana Pacers to a 121-87 blowout over the Cleveland Cavaliers to even the series at three....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:53 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/16BqvDi

Hellebuyck smothers Preds as Jets grab 1-0 lead with 4-1 win

Down at half, Lowry's 24, bench help Raps top Wiz 102-92

WASHINGTON (AP) -- The Toronto Raptors overcame a halftime deficit in a road playoff game for the first time in 24 tries, using 24 points from Kyle Lowry and a tremendous effort from their finally whole second unit to beat the Washington Wizards 102-92 in Game 6 on Friday night and end their Eastern Conference first-round series....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:47 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2qQZszO

Down at half, Lowry's 24, bench help Raps top Wiz 102-92

Australian Olympic Committee honors Peter Norman

SYDNEY (AP) -- The Australian Olympic Committee has awarded a posthumous Order of Merit to Peter Norman, the Australian sprinter who shared the podium with Tommie Smith and John Carlos when the two Americans raised their fists in a human rights protest at the 1968 Olympics....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:25 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2HWDGp2

Australian Olympic Committee honors Peter Norman

Portland Marathon cancels race, dissolves organization

SALEM, Ore. (AP) -- The Portland Marathon board of directors has canceled this October's race and plans to dissolve the 47-year-old organization following a state investigation into the group's operations....

from AP Top Sports News at 8:22 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2KjQ6pa

Michael Kim-Andrew Putnam lead Zurich Classic team event

AVONDALE, La. (AP) -- Kevin Kisner and Scott Brown nearly won the Zurich Classic last year after Kisner's stunning chip shot forced a playoff that they eventually lost. Another good round Friday put the duo back in contention at TPC Louisiana....

from AP Top Sports News at 8:04 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2pMOY6L

Brooklyn's Jacobs, 'Big Baby' set for big bouts in hometown

NEW YORK (AP) -- Daniel Jacobs wants another shot at Gennady Golovkin. Jarrell Miller could get the next one at Anthony Joshua....

from AP Top Sports News at 8:04 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2FnXOuQ

The Latest: Browns bolster offense to start 2nd round

ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) -- The Latest on the NFL draft (all times local):...

from AP Top Sports News at 7:39 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2qcm3Gb

AP source: TE Antonio Gates not returning to LA Chargers

COSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) -- Tight end Antonio Gates will not return for a 16th season with the Los Angeles Chargers, a person with knowledge of the decision tells The Associated Press....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:35 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2r4OjeY

Jets' Sam Darnold 'a lot like' late Marlboro Man grandfather

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. (AP) -- Sam Darnold was only 2 years old when his grandfather passed away, so he never got to know the Marlboro Man....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:05 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2r5TPid

Evenly-matched Lightning, Bruins expect long, tough series

TAMPA, Fla. (AP) -- Tampa Bay hasn't played in a week, while Boston is coming off a hard-fought, seven-game playoff series....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:55 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2HXxFZb

The Latest: Witten's retirement could affect Dallas draft

ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) -- The Latest on the NFL draft (all times local):...

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

AP source: TE Antonio Gates not returning to LA Chargers

ESPN: Cowboys' Witten retiring after 15 seasons for 'MNF'

FRISCO, Texas (AP) -- Dallas Cowboys tight end Jason Witten plans to retire after 15 seasons and join ESPN as its lead analyst for the "Monday Night Football" telecast, the network reported Friday....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:48 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2jcmrC8

Column: US leagues are on the verge of going international

An NFL team in London? Count on it....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:29 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2Jzw8Wt

ESPN: Cowboys' Witten retiring after 15 seasons for 'MNF'

Pelicans, Anthony Davis will challenge Warriors defense

OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) -- Steve Kerr refers to Pelicans star Anthony Davis "one of the very best players on earth."...

from AP Top Sports News at 3:45 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/1ylS1jX

McMurray rolls car at least 7 times in 'Dega practice crash

TALLADEGA, Ala. (AP) -- Jamie McMurray rolled his car at least seven times at Talladega Superspeedway....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:36 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2r3AKgu

Sharks look to Game 2, try to shake off 7-0 loss in Vegas

LAS VEGAS (AP) -- The San Jose Sharks made it a priority to get faster following a loss in the Stanley Cup Final to Pittsburgh two years ago....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:53 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2r4khc3

Roush driver Bayne sharing races but says he's healthy

TALLADEGA, Ala. (AP) -- Trevor Bayne says his multiple sclerosis isn't a factor in the former Daytona 500 winner sharing some of his races to Matt Kenseth....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:40 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2FnH4E6

Capitals believe they can rebound from 'kick in the stomach'

WASHINGTON (AP) -- A five-minute implosion made the Capitals look like the same old team in the playoffs....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:03 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2vRNsUz

ESPN: Cowboys' Witten retiring after 15 seasons for 'MNF'

FRISCO, Texas (AP) -- Dallas Cowboys tight end Jason Witten plans to retire after 15 seasons and join ESPN as its lead analyst for the "Monday Night Football" broadcast, the network reported Friday....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:43 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2KjlzIf

Virginia police won't release video of Redskins player stop

RICHMOND, Va. (AP) -- Virginia State Police won't release video of a traffic stop involving a Washington Redskins wide receiver who said a state trooper asked if he was a gang member or drug dealer....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:34 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2vRTXqF

FIFA bans Brazilian official Del Nero for life for bribery

GENEVA (AP) -- Brazilian soccer official Marco Polo del Nero was banned for life for bribery and corruption by the FIFA ethics committee on Friday....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:57 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2r4TCuN

Women, children attend wrestling event in Saudi Arabia

JIDDAH, Saudi Arabia (AP) -- Women and children were on hand to watch World Wrestling Entertainment Inc.'s "Greatest Royal Rumble" in Saudi Arabia....

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

Iniesta leaving Barcelona after 16 trophy-filled seasons

BARCELONA, Spain (AP) -- Andres Iniesta, the midfielder who embodied Barcelona's creative attacking style and helped the team win dozens of trophies, is leaving the Spanish club after 16 seasons....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:53 a.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2r4F6nH

Trump welcomes Olympic athletes to the White House

WASHINGTON (AP) -- President Donald Trump is welcoming Team USA Olympic athletes to the White House....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:10 a.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2BpEAa0

Brooklyn's Jacobs, 'Big Baby' set for big bouts in hometown

NEW YORK (AP) -- Daniel Jacobs wants another shot at Gennady Golovkin. Jarrell Miller could get the next one at Anthony Joshua....

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

Pelicans' Holiday playing with 'rage' after finding peace

NEW ORLEANS (AP) -- If it looks like the normally low-key Jrue Holiday has been having the time of his life in the NBA playoffs - from interacting with fans after big shots to, in one instance, mocking an opponent who'd been dunked on - the Pelicans' guard offers an explanation....

from AP Top Sports News at 8:51 a.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2r3KrMd

Column: Knights the hottest show on Vegas Strip

LAS VEGAS (AP) -- The bookies in this gambling city have to be getting a bit nervous....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:52 a.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2r6q8wH

Obstacle course racing chases mainstream, including Olympics

NEW YORK (AP) -- On a concourse down Citi Field's first-base line, weekend warriors of all shapes and sizes scaled a roughly 20-foot-tall cargo net, flipped over the top of the A-shaped structure and crawled down the other side....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:52 a.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2I6OleA

Pelicans' Holiday playing with 'rage' after finding peace

NEW ORLEANS (AP) -- If it looks like the normally low-key Jrue Holiday has been having the time of his life in the NBA playoffs - from interacting fans after big shots to, in one instance, mocking an opponent who'd been dunked on - the Pelicans' guard offers an explanation....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:52 a.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2Hvz99x

Rudolph, Hernandez, Landry among best available for Day 2

The first round of the NFL draft ended with a few players still left in the green room at AT&T Stadium, including an All-American...

from AP Top Sports News at 3:44 a.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2r2AcaO

четверг, 26 апреля 2018 г.

Injured Steelers LB Shazier makes surprise pick at draft

ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) -- Injured Steelers linebacker Ryan Shazier limped slowly onto the stage at the NFL draft and announced Pittsburgh's first-round pick less than five months after a spine injury....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:57 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2qYk4qX

No, Johnny, no: Browns sure top pick Mayfield is no Manziel

BEREA, Ohio (AP) -- Baker Mayfield's flag-planting, coach-grabbing antics didn't knock the Browns off their pursuit of him. They ignored his height, did their homework on an off-field arrest and cross-checked his character....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:46 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2r54Hw9

Giannis, Bucks beat Celtics 97-86 to force Game 7

MILWAUKEE (AP) -- Giannis Antetokounmpo had 31 points and 14 rebounds and the Milwaukee Bucks pulled away late to beat the Boston Celtics 97-86 on Thursday night to force a Game 7 in the first-round series....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:59 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2HkaLeX

Penguins erase 2-goal deficit, beat Capitals 3-2 in Game 1

WASHINGTON (AP) -- After the Capitals scored early, the Penguins scored often to stun their rivals with yet another comeback....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:56 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2p8FPFq

Lydia Ko tied for LPGA Tour lead at chilly Lake Merced

DALY CITY, Calif. (AP) -- Lydia Ko was back on top at Lake Merced....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:59 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2I2hFmp

Penguins erase 2-goal deficit, beat Capitals 3-2 in Game 1

WASHINGTON (AP) -- Patric Hornqvist, Sidney Crosby and Jake Guentzel scored in a 4:49 span to help the Pittsburgh Penguins rally to beat the Washington Capitals 3-2 on Thursday night in Game 1 of the second-round series....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:53 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2FixUsl

Mayfield goes 1st to begin rush to get QBs in NFL draft

ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) -- The Cleveland Browns' long search for a franchise quarterback has led them to Baker Mayfield - the first of four passers to be drafted in the top 10 Thursday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:47 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2HvXnVq

Reavie-Glover, Zhang-Dou share Zurich Classic lead

AVONDALE, La. (AP) -- Chez Reavie had quite a few good moments at TPC Louisiana on Thursday. So did teammate Lucas Glover....

from AP Top Sports News at 8:59 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2qdC3dU

Trump threatens countries who don't back US World Cup bid

WASHINGTON (AP) -- U.S. President Donald Trump is threatening to withhold support from nations who don't back the joint bid by the United States, Canada and Mexico to host the 2026 World Cup....

from AP Top Sports News at 8:49 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2jRAD2e

Top gun: Browns select QB Baker Mayfield No. 1 in NFL draft

BEREA, Ohio (AP) -- The Cleveland Browns believe all Baker Mayfield has in common with Johnny Manziel are height and a Heisman....

from AP Top Sports News at 8:46 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2I2wCoh

Jets draft USC quarterback Sam Darnold with No. 3 pick

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. (AP) -- The cool, calm and confident kid from Southern California is going from Hollywood to the Big Apple....

from AP Top Sports News at 8:40 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2I18CBZ

Giants pass on QB, take running back Saquon Barkley at No. 2

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) -- The New York Giants passed on an heir apparent to two-time Super Bowl MVP Eli Manning and took a running back that many think is the best to come out of college in decade....

from AP Top Sports News at 8:30 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2HvJtm7

Top gun: Browns select QB Baker Mayfield No. 1 in NFL draft

BEREA, Ohio (AP) -- The Cleveland Browns believe all Baker Mayfield has in common with Johnny Manziel are height and a Heisman....

from AP Top Sports News at 8:24 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/1kQVVXj

The Latest: Browns select Mayfield with No. 1 pick

ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) -- The Latest on the NFL draft (all times local):...

from AP Top Sports News at 8:19 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2HvbwCe

Stephen Curry back in full practice mode for Warriors

OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) -- Stephen Curry resumed full practice with contact and could play for the defending champion Golden State Warriors as soon as Game 1 of the Western Conference semifinals Saturday night against New Orleans....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:05 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2tb1mfA

10-man Atletico and Arsenal end 1-1 in Europa semifinal

LONDON (AP) -- Antoine Griezmann scored late for 10-man Atletico Madrid to draw at Arsenal 1-1 in the first leg of their Europa League semifinal on Thursday....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:56 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2I3ZYTp

Stephen Curry back in full practice mode for Warriors

OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) -- Stephen Curry has resumed full practice with contact and could play for the defending champion Golden State Warriors as soon as Game 1 of the Western Conference semifinals Saturday night against New Orleans....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:26 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2jkGij4

Close-knit Pacers' bond gets tested with season on the line

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- The Indiana Pacers have been winning together, losing together and fighting together all season....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:26 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2HvXQTb

Lydia Ko tied for early lead at chilly Lake Merced

DALY CITY, Calif. (AP) -- Lydia Ko was back on top at Lake Merced....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:20 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/1atA0Wv

The Latest: NFL renews Thursday night deal with Amazon

ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) -- The Latest on the NFL draft (all times local):...

from AP Top Sports News at 6:14 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2qdpK10

NBA says referees missed LeBron goaltending call in Game 5

CLEVELAND (AP) -- The NBA said LeBron James' block in the closing seconds of Game 5 on Indiana's Victor Oladipo should have been called goaltending....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:58 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2HXfd37

Penguins' Malkin skates, progressing for return from injury

WASHINGTON (AP) -- The sight of Evgeni Malkin on the ice brought a smile to many in the Pittsburgh Penguins' locker room....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:37 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2r2pG2u

Yawkey Way outside Fenway Park changed over racist past

BOSTON (AP) -- Boston officials Thursday approved changing the name of Yawkey Way, the street outside Fenway Park, because of allegations former Red Sox owner Tom Yawkey was a racist who resisted signing black ballplayers in the 1940s and '50s....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:26 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2F5Mgx7

Budenholzer's 'harmonious' exit starts Hawks' coach search

ATLANTA (AP) -- Hawks general manager Travis Schlenk on Thursday described coach Mike Budenholzer's exit as "harmonious" and "as mutual as parting can be."...

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

Wizards' Lawson among late pickups helping NBA playoff teams

WASHINGTON (AP) -- Less than three weeks ago, Ty Lawson was playing professional basketball in China....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:27 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2HZQvMU

Pac-12's 5 new coaches wrap up spring practices

PHOENIX (AP) -- The Pac-12 has five new coaches this season, so there was extra importance placed on spring football at UCLA, the two Arizona schools and the two Oregon schools....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:08 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2r1ZSUo

US lifts sanctions placed on Colombian soccer team in 2014

WASHINGTON (AP) -- The Trump administration lifted Thursday U.S. sanctions that had been placed on a popular Colombian soccer team for alleged ties to a drug cartel....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:26 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2r2I9My

Ball brothers, slowed by injuries, leaving Lithuanian club

LiAngelo and LaMelo Ball are leaving their Lithuania team by mutual agreement....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:11 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2jSnRCo

Yawkey Way outside Fenway Park changed over racist past

BOSTON (AP) -- Boston approved a plan Thursday to change the name of Yawkey Way, the street outside Fenway Park named in honor of a former Red Sox owner some have said was racist....

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

NFL finds no evidence of inappropriate questions to RB Guice

NEW YORK (AP) -- The NFL says it found no evidence any team asked LSU running back Derrius Guice inappropriate questions during interviews at the scouting combine....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:23 a.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2r2cMl3

Foster's accuser recants domestic violence accusations

SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) -- The attorney for the ex-girlfriend of Reuben Foster said Wednesday that her client initially lied to authorities when she accused the San Francisco 49ers linebacker of hitting her leading to domestic violence charges....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:02 a.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2F8nhZf

Foster's accuser recants domestic violence accusations

IAAF rules to limit testosterone levels for female runners

MONACO (AP) -- New rules for female athletes with high natural testosterone levels which could force two-time Olympic 800-meter champion Caster Semenya to stop running middle-distance races....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:04 a.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2vLH2X7

Jaguars owner Shahid Khan looks to buy Wembley Stadium

LONDON (AP) -- Jacksonville Jaguars owner Shahid Khan has made an offer to buy Wembley Stadium from the English Football Association....

from AP Top Sports News at 8:22 a.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2qWk0bd

среда, 25 апреля 2018 г.

Rockets advance to 2nd round with eyes on bigger goals

HOUSTON (AP) -- The Houston Rockets spent almost no time celebrating their first-round playoff series win over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Wednesday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:43 a.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2qd3twE

Turn it up to 11? Pens, Caps have a lot to live up to

PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Sidney Crosby doesn't think the Pittsburgh Penguins have some sort of mystical edge over the Washington Capitals. That all those series and all those years and all that dominance will not mean a thing when the two longtime rivals meet in the playoffs for the 11th time starting Thursday night in the Eastern Conference semifinals....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:19 a.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2r1m4Ot

Penn State's Barkley is best talent, but QBs to lead draft

ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) -- Saquon Barkley is the best player in this year's draft. Yet he might not go in the first handful of picks Thursday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:13 a.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2I0EYwZ

Three of a grind: Playoff rematches crank up the hatred

When the Washington Capitals faced the New York Islanders in the playoffs five years in a row in the 1980s, players knew everything....

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

Bruins advance with 7-4 win over Maple Leafs in Game 7

BOSTON (AP) -- The Boston Bruins didn't need overtime this time, and they didn't even need all four third-period goals to send the Toronto Maple Leafs home for the summer again....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:13 a.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2I0EHdr

Westbrook scores 45; Thunder beat Jazz to avoid elimination

OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) -- Russell Westbrook unleashed the same fury he had in Game 4, just a little more efficiently this time....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:51 a.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2mdtUzZ

Pacers believe LeBron goaltended on block in final seconds

CLEVELAND (AP) -- The Indiana Pacers felt cheated - by LeBron James and the officials....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:21 a.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2vJ2R9y

Capela scores 26; Rockets eliminate Wolves with 122-104 win

HOUSTON (AP) -- Clint Capela had 26 points and 15 rebounds, James Harden added 24 points and the Houston Rockets pulled away in the third quarter to get another lopsided win and eliminate the Minnesota Timberwolves with a 122-104 victory in Game 5 of the first-round series Wednesday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:21 a.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2oq0HUZ

Westbrook scores 45; Thunder beat Jazz to avoid elimination

OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) -- Russell Westbrook scored 45 points and the Oklahoma City Thunder rallied from 25 points down in the second half to fight off elimination and beat the Utah Jazz 107-99 on Wednesday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:21 a.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2ngY2w1

After 3 Tommy John surgeries, Jonny Venters back in majors

BALTIMORE (AP) -- Jonny Venters has made a successful return to the majors after enduring three Tommy John surgeries and a six-year absence....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:56 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2r05xLv

Bruins score 4 in 3rd to beat Maple Leafs 7-4 in Game 7

BOSTON (AP) -- Jake DeBrusk scored his second goal of the game to break a third-period tie, and the Boston Bruins came from behind to beat the Toronto Maple Leafs in Game 7 - again - winning 7-4 on Wednesday night to advance to the Eastern Conference semifinals....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:41 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2GU8sLs

Bruins score 4 in 3rd to beat Maple Leafs 7-4 in Game 7

Betts hits 2 HRs to power Red Sox to 4-3 win over Blue Jays

TORONTO (AP) -- Mookie Betts homered twice and drove in three runs as the Boston Red Sox snapped their season-high three-game losing streak with a 4-3 win over the Toronto Blue Jays on Wednesday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:37 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2c7f2nU

Mike Budenholzer out as coach of Atlanta Hawks

ATLANTA (AP) -- The Atlanta Hawks and coach Mike Budenholzer have mutually agreed to part ways....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:26 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2JqJcgD

Homers lift Indians past Cubs, but Miller injured in 4-1 win

CLEVELAND (AP) -- Francisco Lindor and Edwin Encarnacion hit sixth-inning home runs and the Cleveland Indians beat the Chicago Cubs 4-1 on Wednesday night despite losing relief ace Andrew Miller to a left hamstring injury....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:26 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2HNpgYp

LeBron's last-second shot gives Cavs 98-95 win in Game 5

CLEVELAND (AP) -- LeBron James hit a 3-pointer at the buzzer, a crowning moment for another brilliant performance, to give Cleveland a 98-95 victory over the Indiana Pacers on Wednesday night in Game 5, putting the Cavaliers within one victory of advancing in the Eastern Conference playoffs....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:13 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/1mlyfvC

Acuna singles, scores in MLB debut, Braves beat Reds 5-4

CINCINNATI (AP) -- Prized prospect Ronald Acuna Jr. singled and scored the tying run in the eighth inning of his big league debut, and the Atlanta Braves went on to beat the Cincinnati Reds 5-4 Wednesday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:13 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2qXH5KK

LeBron's last-second shot gives Cavs 98-95 win in Game 5

Altherr goes deep to back Arrieta, Phils beat D'Backs 5-3

PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- Aaron Altherr hit a go-ahead three-run homer, Jake Arrieta outpitched Zack Greinke and the Philadelphia Phillies beat the Arizona Diamondbacks 5-3 Wednesday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:09 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2qZ4Tgk

DeRozan scores 32 points, Raptors beat Wizards in Game 5

TORONTO (AP) -- DeMar DeRozan scored 32 points, Kyle Lowry had 17 points and 10 assists and the Toronto Raptors beat the Washington Wizards 108-98 on Wednesday night in Game 5 of the first-round series....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:38 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/1DwqiNV

NFL finds no evidence of inappropriate questions to RB Guice

NEW YORK (AP) -- The NFL has found no evidence that any of its teams asked LSU running back Derrius Guice inapproriate questions during interviews at the scouting combine....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:30 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2Jv7kiu

Mostly American World Cup announcers for Fox despite no US

NEW YORK (AP) -- Fox's World Cup debut will have an American accent, even though the United States failed to qualify for the tournament....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:38 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2FipuBg

After 3 Tommy John surgeries, Jonny Venters back in majors

BALTIMORE (AP) -- Jonny Venters is back in the big leagues, ready to pitch for the Tampa Bay Rays after enduring three Tommy John surgeries and a six-year absence....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:23 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2JolFx1

Spieth seeks third straight strong finish at Zurich Classic

AVONDALE, La. (AP) -- Jordan Spieth suspects he could be on the cusp of a banner year. That's why he's trying to strike the right balance of fun and focus when he teams up with good friend Ryan Palmer in New Orleans this weekend for the Zurich Classic....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:19 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/1nKJazG

At 20, Acuna joins Braves as youngest player in majors

CINCINNATI (AP) -- No break-in period needed for 20-year-old Ronald Acuna Jr....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:03 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2HXOuRm

North Texas forecast: Drafty. And no one knows what's next

ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) -- Anyone who thinks the draft pundits and even some team general managers have no clue what will happen in Thursday's opening round of the draft should talk to the guys likely to get selected early....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:40 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/1j3F94x

Baseball document, thought worth millions, spurs court fight

LOS ANGELES (AP) -- One of the most valuable pieces of baseball memorabilia - a copy of the 1876 National League constitution that established business practices that remain the norm today - is at the center of a legal dispute between the family of a late baseball executive and an auction house they say is holding it hostage....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:33 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2Khe58q

Jones and Goodell chatty and chummy at draft event

ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) -- As Roger Goodell and Jerry Jones sat side by side chatting, then grabbed shovels at a junior high school to dedicate a new field, they sure seemed chummy....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:26 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2I02o5p

Giants' Manning more concerned with new offense than draft

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) -- Eli Manning isn't paying much attention to the NFL draft, even with the possibility of the New York Giants using the No. 2 overall pick to take an heir apparent to the two-time Super Bowl MVP....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:46 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2HraOld

Same series, different year: Penguins-Capitals meet again

ARLINGTON, Va. (AP) -- Like tourists flocking to see the cherry blossoms in full bloom, the Pittsburgh Penguins making a trip to Washington in the playoffs has become a rite of spring....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:15 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2q4nusr

Elite teams have success in the draft on Day 3 and later

PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- Eighteen starters in the last Super Bowl were selected in the fourth round or lower, including six players who didn't get a call until the NFL draft was over....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:55 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2r3LxH4

Column: Don't bet on real reform in college athletics

Don't bother reading too deeply into the report of the latest NCAA commission on the mess that is big time college basketball....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:55 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2Hv1xN5

Baseball document, thought worth millions, spurs court fight

LOS ANGELES (AP) -- The family of a late baseball executive is suing an auction house over the 1876 National League constitution, one of the most valuable artifacts in sports....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:37 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2JrLRa9

Giannis, Bucks try to fend off elimination against Celtics

Giannis Antetokounmpo was criticized after Game 5 of Milwaukee's Eastern Conference series against Boston for not doing more, particularly on the offensive end....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:37 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2Kfp7es

Expansion Golden Knights face Sharks in 2nd round series

It took one trip to Las Vegas early in the season for the San Jose Sharks to realize that the fast start to the season for the expansion Golden Knights was no fluke....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:08 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2GHX2NX

College basketball commission wants NCAA to regulate agents

RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) -- With agent conduct a major part of the federal corruption investigation into college basketball, the commission charged with finding reforms wants the NCAA to actively monitor agents and provide regulated ways for them to advise athletes on their professional prospects....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:57 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2HXoy8k

Alaska Olympic games pay homage to hunting, survival skills

JUNEAU, Alaska (AP) -- To most spectators, the term "Olympics" means world-class swimming competitions, downhill skiing or the 100-meter dash....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:23 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2qXff0T

Matt Kenseth returning to NASCAR with Roush Fenway Racing

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) -- Roush Fenway Racing wants to be among NASCAR's elite again and recognized it needed help for its ongoing rebuild....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:10 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2JthuzN

Commission dances around name, image and likeness debate

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- The Commission on College Basketball danced around whether college athletes should be able to cash in on their names, images and likenesses, but Condoleezza Rice's remarks to the NCAA suggested she thinks it is good idea....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:15 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2Hq73AE

Tennis corruption report: 'Tsunami' of problems at low level

An independent review of corruption in tennis found that the sport "faces a serious integrity problem" at its lower levels - a "tsunami," according to one person interviewed - but did not determine there are widespread problems at ATP, WTA and Grand Slam tournaments....

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

Commission: Independent probes needed in complex NCAA cases

RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) -- The Commission on College Basketball sees a "broken" NCAA enforcement process for handling complex, high-stakes cases....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:41 a.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2JoUqlQ

The Latest: NBA, players union noncommittal on draft changes

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- The Latest on recommendations by the Commission on College Basketball to the NCAA (all times local):...

from AP Top Sports News at 11:17 a.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2xFDuCY

APNewsBreak: Mostly American World Cup announcers for Fox

NEW YORK (AP) -- Fox's World Cup debut will have an American accent, even though the United States failed to qualify for the tournament....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:08 a.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2Hq8m2p

College basketball commission wants NCAA to regulate agents

RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) -- With agent conduct part of the federal corruption investigation into college basketball, the commission charged with finding reforms wants the NCAA to actively monitor agents and provide regulated ways for them to advise athletes on their professional prospects....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:59 a.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2Hr1CRR

Meek Mill released from prison, rings 76ers' Liberty Bell

PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- Philadelphia-born rapper Meek Mill rang a replica Liberty Bell at center court of the Philadelphia 76ers' first-round clinching playoff game Tuesday less than two hours after being released from prison while he appeals decade-old gun and drug convictions....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:39 a.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2qo5etD

Commission calls for more NCAA oversight of AAU events

Every July, Las Vegas becomes the epicenter of elite youth basketball. Hundreds of top-level AAU teams descend upon Sin City during the summer evaluation windows for college coaches, playing games at dozens of sites across the city....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:27 a.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2JrTFZt

APNewsBreak: Hoops panel says ban cheats, end 1-and-done

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- The Commission on College Basketball sharply directed the NCAA to take control of the sport, calling for sweeping reforms to separate pro and college tracks, permit players to return to school after going undrafted by the NBA and ban cheating coaches for life....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:24 a.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2BLWeon

Commission calls for more transparency from shoe companies

Apparel companies are heavily involved in elite-level youth basketball, with Nike, Adidas and Under Armour all running their own circuits. The shoe companies also have lucrative sponsorship deals with schools and coaches worth millions of dollars....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:09 a.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2HXN35w

APNewsBreak: Hoops panel says ban cheats, end 1-and-done

College commission's plea to NBA: Bring back prep-to-pros

NEW YORK (AP) -- The commission proposing reforms to college basketball wants 18-year-olds to be eligible again for the NBA draft, and the NBA Players Association would make that deal today....

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The Latest: Rice says college hoops has lax responsibility

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- The Latest on recommendations by the Commission on College Basketball to the NCAA (all times local):...

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Commission: Independent probes needed in complex NCAA cases

RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) -- The Commission on College Basketball sees a "broken" NCAA enforcement process for handling complex, high-stakes cases....

from AP Top Sports News at 8:13 a.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2r0gFXR

Official: Gunmen kidnap senior sport official near Baghdad

BAGHDAD (AP) -- The head of Iraq's National Olympic Committee says unknown gunmen have kidnapped a senior sport official near Baghdad....

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

Liverpool's unfashionable midfield the support act for Salah

LIVERPOOL, England (AP) -- When Liverpool was last making a charge at the Champions League title, its midfield had legitimate claims at being among the best in the world....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:24 a.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2Hvmofj

On Basketball: And now, Wade decides if this was the end

MIAMI (AP) -- Dwyane Wade's first NBA game was in Philadelphia....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:13 a.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2Jrm8yp

вторник, 24 апреля 2018 г.

Warriors advance looking to build off strong first round

OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) -- Kevin Durant drove coast-to-coast just before halftime for a monster two-handed slam....

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

Amid bevy of head shots, NHL attempts to explain rationale

Drew Doughty watched other playoff games this season and couldn't believe that George Parros, the NHL's discipline czar, had suspended him for a head shot....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:37 a.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2HoVJ7S

Embiid, Simmons led 76ers from Process to postseason success

PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- Kevin Hart laughed as he tried to floss dance with a kid as they were both egged on by rapper Meek Mill. Philadelphia Eagles owner Jeffrey Lurie awkwardly waved his arms around the way any 60-something-year-old man would attempting to look hip next to star entertainers....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:12 a.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2vI6Ljc

Durant, Green lead Warriors past Spurs into second round

OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) -- Kevin Durant scored 25 points, Draymond Green led a smothering Golden State defense and the Warriors held off the late-charging San Antonio Spurs 99-91 Tuesday night to win Game 5 and advance to the second round of the Western Conference playoffs....

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

Braves promoting top outfield prospect Acuna from Triple-A

CINCINNATI (AP) -- Top outfield prospect Ronald Acuna is set to join the Atlanta Braves....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:32 a.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2qYhm3H

On Basketball: And now, Wade decides if this was the end

MIAMI (AP) -- Dwyane Wade's first NBA game was in Philadelphia....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:32 a.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2HYfaS4

Horford, Smart lift Celtics over Bucks 92-87 for 3-2 lead

BOSTON (AP) -- Al Horford has been the Celtics' quiet leader this postseason, and Marcus Smart might be the kindling Boston was missing in back-to-back losses in Milwaukee....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:29 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2o8BZH8

Schwarber hits 2 HRs as Cubs beat Indians in Series rematch

CLEVELAND (AP) -- The memories of winning a championship two years ago came flooding back for the Chicago Cubs when they arrived at Progressive Field on Tuesday....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:08 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2JnsE9j

Believe it! 76ers roll with Meek Mill past Heat in Game 5

PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- Joel Embiid and Ben Simmons shined again in front of rapper Meek Mill, and the dominant duo ushered the nightmares-into-dreams Process of the Philadelphia 76ers into the second round with a 104-91 win over the Miami Heat on Tuesday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:00 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2vnvI3j

Believe it! 76ers roll with Meek Mill past Heat in Game 5

Horford, Smart lift Celtics over Bucks 92-87 for 3-2 lead

BOSTON (AP) -- Al Horford had 22 points and 14 rebounds, Marcus Smart made an impact in his first game since mid-March and the Boston Celtics beat the Milwaukee Bucks 92-87 on Tuesday night for a 3-2 lead in their first-round playoff series....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:13 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2qHy7QN

Schwarber hits 2 HRs as Cubs beat Indians in Series rematch

CLEVELAND (AP) -- Kyle Schwarber hit two of Chicago's four solo home runs and the Cubs defeated the Cleveland Indians 10-3 on Tuesday night in the first meeting between the teams since their classic 2016 World Series....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:38 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2Jn4Q5p

AP source: Florida's Callaway fails drug test at NFL combine

GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) -- Former Florida receiver Antonio Callaway failed a drug test at the NFL combine, a mistake that could damage his draft status....

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

AP source: Florida's Callaway fails drug test at NFL combine

GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) -- A person with knowledge of the situation says former Florida receiver Antonio Callaway failed a drug test at the NFL combine, a mistake that could damage his draft status....

from AP Top Sports News at 8:54 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2Hqm2Xd

Thunder G Westbrook gets fine, tech for confronting Gobert

Russell Westbrook has been fined $10,000 and assessed a postgame technical foul for initiating a confrontation with Utah Jazz center Rudy Gobert on Monday....

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

Manfred encouraged by impact of mound visit rules

TORONTO (AP) -- Baseball Commissioner Rob Manfred is encouraged by pace-of-play changes that have limited mound visits and reduced the time between innings at major league games this season....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:07 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2KdDcsP

Manfred encouraged by impact of mound visit rules

TORONTO (AP) -- Baseball Commissioner Rob Manfred said Tuesday he's encouraged by pace-of-play changes that have limited mound visits and reduced the time between innings at major league games this season....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:39 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2KcQK8e

Royals send Perez, Gordon from DL to starting lineup

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) -- Salvador Perez carried his own suitcase up the stairs when he arrived home from a stint at Triple-A Omaha, never once thinking about how perilous the trek was the last time he tried it....

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

Ricky Rubio's play points to winning ways in NBA postseason

OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) -- A poised and productive Ricky Rubio has been smiling and laughing, masterfully running Utah's offense in his matchup with Oklahoma City's Russell Westbrook....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:05 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2HohN2C

You again? Penguins face familiar foe in Capitals

CRANBERRY TOWNSHIP, Pa. (AP) -- Sidney Crosby has faced the Washington Capitals three times in the playoffs. All three times the Pittsburgh captain has led his team to victory. And all three times the Penguins used the win as the springboard to a raucous mid-June parade with the Stanley Cup in tow....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:04 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2HoMC79

Manaea's no-no part of impressive start to 3rd year with A's

ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) -- Sean Manaea's father is from American Samoa, where he grew up playing cricket and rugby and didn't really know anything about baseball....

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

Cubs 3B Kris Bryant out of lineup vs. Indians after beaning

CLEVELAND (AP) -- Chicago Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant is out of the lineup against the Cleveland Indians two days after being hit on the head by a pitch....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:57 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2vH1qIW

Salah leads Liverpool to 5-2 win over Roma in CL semifinals

LIVERPOOL, England (AP) -- Mohamed Salah produced two world-class finishes and set up goals for Sadio Mane and Roberto Firmino to lead Liverpool to a 5-2 win over former club Roma on Tuesday, leaving the English team in sight of the Champions League final....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:42 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2HWsHcR

Maple Leafs hope for new ending in Game 7 against Bruins

BOSTON (AP) -- This is where the Toronto Maple Leafs try to change the ending....

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

SEC's new coaches try to build winning foundation in spring

More than a decade after Nick Saban took over as the coach of Alabama, the rest of the Southeastern Conference is still trying to figure out how to consistently beat him....

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

Nebraska takes 'baby steps' in 1st spring under Scott Frost

Reality hit Scott Frost upon his return to Nebraska as head coach. The Cornhuskers, physically, looked every bit like the 4-8 team it was in 2017....

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

Commission to unveil ideas to fix college basketball's woes

RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) -- College basketball is getting ready to hear new ideas on how to fix corruption in the sport....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:30 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2vGVX4L

Albany Great Danes out to fetch 1st national lacrosse title

ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) -- Albany attackman Tehoka Nanticoke bulls his way in front of the Syracuse goal , pushes free of the swarming Orange defense and scores. The rout is on....

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

NBA great Ray Allen talks about what it means to be 'clutch'

NBA great Ray Allen tells the "AP Sports Weekly" podcast that the players who step up to take the big shots in the playoffs do so because they refuse to be overwhelmed by the moment....

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

Column: PGA Tour primed for big 2nd half of season

The PGA Tour began the second half of the season at the Texas Open, with Andrew Landry becoming the seventh first-time winner....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:32 a.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2HIfx5D

Draft deadline gone, now it's time to wait on NBA decisions

RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) -- The deadline has passed for college players to declare early for the NBA draft. Now it's time to wait for the draft entries who didn't hire an agent to decide whether they're staying in or heading back to school....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:43 a.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2FcJMMK

A tale of 2 bats, and Babe Ruth's 60th home run in 1927

NEW YORK (AP) -- As part of its collection of Babe Ruth items, the Baseball Hall of Fame says it has the bat the slugger used to hit his then-record 60th home run in 1927....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:02 a.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2JlQodU

Albany Great Danes out to fetch 1st national lacrosse title

ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) -- Albany attackman Tehoka Nanticoke bulls his way in front of the Syracuse goal , pushes free of the swarming Orange defense, and scores. The rout is on....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:02 a.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2K5xF7P

Caps roll over Blue Jackets, look to nemesis Pittsburgh

COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) -- After dropping the first two playoff games at home in overtime, the Washington Capitals picked up momentum that only got stronger as they took down the Columbus Blue Jackets in four straight....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:50 a.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2HnWBK5

Bucks' Maker, other reserves step into NBA playoff spotlight

MILWAUKEE (AP) -- Thon Maker is having his biggest games at the biggest time of the year....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:37 a.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2qUvax3

Draft deadline gone, now it's time to wait on NBA decisions

понедельник, 23 апреля 2018 г.

Buehler! Top prospect shines in Dodgers' 2-1 win over Miami

LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Walker Buehler asked a reporter if he had anything in his teeth before the TV lights turned on....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:27 a.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2qVUIcu

Mitchell scores 33, Jazz rout Thunder 113-96

SALT LAKE CITY (AP) -- Donovan Mitchell scored 33 points and collected seven rebounds to lead the Utah Jazz to a 113-96 win over the Oklahoma City Thunder on Monday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:51 a.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2hwj0an

Buehler! Top prospect stars in Dodgers' 2-1 win over Miami

LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Cody Bellinger drove in the go-ahead run with a sacrifice fly in the eighth, prized prospect Walker Buehler tossed five scoreless innings in his first major league start and the Los Angeles Dodgers defeated the Miami Marlins 2-1 on Monday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:30 a.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2qSWeN1

Michigan State kept ties to coach accused of sexual abuse

CHICAGO (AP) -- Michigan State University, already reeling from the scandal involving a gymnastics doctor who molested young athletes, has maintained ties to a prominent volleyball coach for decades after he was publicly accused in 1995 of sexually abusing and raping six underage girls he trained in the 1980s....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:59 a.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2JmiExb

Michigan State kept ties to coach accused of sexual abuse

CHICAGO (AP) -- Michigan State University has maintained ties to a prominent volleyball coach for decades after he was publicly accused in 1995 of sexually abusing and raping six underage girls he trained....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:52 a.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2HUv0NB

Andersen helps Maple Leafs beat Bruins 3-1 to force Game 7

TORONTO (AP) -- The Toronto Maple Leafs won this one for their city....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:31 a.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2Fc7etb

Harden, Rockets soar past Wolves 119-100 with 50-point 3rd

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) -- James Harden gave Houston quite the jump-start with 22 of the team's 50 points in the third quarter, as the Rockets cruised past the Minnesota Timberwolves 119-100 on Monday night to take a 3-1 lead in their first-round playoff series....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:06 a.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2FJYbF1

Capitals advance with 6-3 win over Blue Jackets in Game 6

COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) -- The Washington Capitals can now turn their attention to the Pittsburgh Penguins and avenging some playoff disappointments....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:06 a.m. EDT https://ift.tt/1F7ggSU

Indians agree to minor league deal with OF Melky Cabrera

CLEVELAND (AP) -- Free agent outfielder Melky Cabrera has agreed to a minor league contract with the Cleveland Indians....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:06 a.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2Hn2SFV

Capitals advance with 6-3 win over Blue Jackets in Game 6

COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) -- Alex Ovechkin scored twice and Braden Holtby had 35 saves as the Washington Capitals advanced to the Eastern Conference semifinals with a 6-3 win over the Columbus Blue Jackets in Game 6 on Monday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:40 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2JVGz7V

Andersen helps Maple Leafs beat Bruins 3-1 to force Game 7

TORONTO (AP) -- Frederik Andersen stopped 32 shots to lead the Toronto Maple Leafs to a 3-1 win over the Boston Bruins on Monday night, forcing a decisive Game 7 in the first-round series....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:26 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2qDDNvG

Rockets match 1st-half total with 50-point 3rd vs. Wolves

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) -- The Houston Rockets have scored 50 points in the third quarter at Minnesota to take control of Game 4 of their first-round series with the Timberwolves, the same total they produced for the entire first half....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:18 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2K8qzPW

FIFA subjects 2026 Morocco World Cup bid to fresh scrutiny

Morocco's World Cup bid is facing fresh scrutiny this week with the arrival of another delegation from FIFA after an initial task force found deficiencies in the proposals for the 2026 tournament....

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

Wild split with GM Chuck Fletcher after playoff exit

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) -- When Minnesota Wild owner Craig Leipold entered the team's new practice facility a couple of weeks ago, the organizational motto was staring him in the face....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:49 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2K6RgEq

Carroll: Seahawks still open to considering Colin Kaepernick

RENTON, Wash. (AP) -- Pete Carroll said Monday the Seattle Seahawks have not closed the door on the possibility of adding Colin Kaepernick to their roster, but how much further they pursue it may depend on the upcoming NFL draft....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:09 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2HlS0rz

Lured out of retirement, Preds' Mike Fisher chasing 1st Cup

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) -- Losing the Stanley Cup last June wasn't what hurt Nashville Predators forward Filip Forsberg the most. Seeing how painful the loss was for veteran center Mike Fisher proved even more agonizing....

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

APNewsBreak: Only Red Sox, Nats on track to pay luxury tax

NEW YORK (AP) -- The Boston Red Sox and Washington Nationals are the only teams on track to pay baseball's luxury tax this year, according to opening-day payroll totals compiled by Major League Baseball and obtained by The Associated Press....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:05 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2HHH478

APNewsBreak: Only Red Sox, Nats on track to pay luxury tax

Bucks' Giannis says inability to score lunch not a big deal

MILWAUKEE (AP) -- Giannis Antetokounmpo helped the Milwaukee Bucks win a playoff game but couldn't score a table at a Mexican restaurant....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:34 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2Hk6kkm

White Sox RHP Farquhar 'progressing well' after surgery

CHICAGO (AP) -- White Sox reliever Danny Farquhar is talking to his doctors and family after surgery over the weekend to address a ruptured aneurysm that occurred during Friday night's game against Houston....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:29 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2HFDXg3

49ers GM Lynch: Foster will be cut if proven he hit woman

SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) -- San Francisco general manager John Lynch says the team will be patient through linebacker Reuben Foster's legal issues in a domestic violence case but stressed he won't remain on the 49ers if the team determines he hit a woman....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:03 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2F8nhZf

Newgarden wins Indy Grand Prix of Alabama for 3rd time

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) -- Josef Newgarden banked on the rain at Barber Motorsports Park, and it was a pretty safe bet....

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

Wall hurt ankle in Game 4; looking forward to seeing Drake

WASHINGTON (AP) -- Washington Wizards point guard John Wall says he's fine after tweaking his right ankle late in a Game 4 victory over the No. 1 seed Raptors and is looking forward to seeing rapper Drake at Game 5 in Toronto....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:34 p.m. EDT https://ift.tt/2qQfv0W

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