Only on AP: For NFL players, racial profiling often personal

A son who saw a police officer hold a gun to his father's head. A husband whose wife was pulled over driving a Bentley....

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

WNBA coaches, GMs tab A'ja Wilson for top pick in mock draft

NEW YORK (AP) -- The Associated Press polled a panel of WNBA coaches and general managers for a mock draft of the first two rounds of the league's draft this spring. Panelists were limited to college seniors and eligible foreign players, and they could not offer a pick for their own team....

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

'Devastated': NBA saddened by death of Rasual Butler

MIAMI (AP) -- The first time Dwyane Wade was supposed to make a public appearance on behalf of the Miami Heat back in 2003, he found himself paralyzed by nervousness....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:15 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2EvhD4O

McDaniels capitalizes on second stint with Brady, Belichick

BLOOMINGTON, Minn. (AP) -- Josh McDaniels didn't know what he didn't know....

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

Many in NHL just fine with vague injury descriptions

Veteran coach Ken Hitchcock struck a nerve earlier this season when he decried the longstanding NHL practice of describing injuries in the vaguest terms possible....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:13 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2EuB8dI

Suns guard Isaiah Canaan breaks ankle in gruesome injury

PHOENIX (AP) -- Suns guard Isaiah Canaan broke his left ankle Wednesday night in a gruesome injury against the Dallas Mavericks....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:13 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2DRSWy2

McCollum scores 50 in 3 quarters, Blazers beat Bulls 124-108

PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) -- CJ McCollum scored a franchise-record 28 points in the first quarter and finished with a career-high 50 through three periods before heading to the bench, and the Portland Trail Blazers took advantage of the short-handed Chicago Bulls for a 124-108 victory Wednesday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:37 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2DMXoy7

Suns guard Isaiah Canaan breaks ankle in gruesome injury

PHOENIX (AP) -- Suns guard Isaiah Canaan has broken his left ankle in a gruesome injury against the Dallas Mavericks....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:11 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2GDzaZe

Trier, Ayton lead No. 9 Arizona over Washington State 100-72

PULLMAN, Wash. (AP) -- Deandre Ayton scored 25 points and grabbed 11 rebounds, and Allonzo Trier added 24 points as No. 9 Arizona beat cold-shooting Washington State 100-72 on Wednesday night to remain in first place in the Pac-12....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:11 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2nwKNIs

Evans scores at buzzer, No. 10 Texas Tech beats Texas in OT

LUBBOCK, Texas (AP) -- Keenan Evans scored a career-high 38 points, including the winning jumper to beat the buzzer in overtime, and No. 10 Texas Tech beat Texas 73-71 on Wednesday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:58 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2E1dBDr

LeBron's late defense helps Cavs edge Heat without Love

CLEVELAND (AP) -- A dramatic, disturbing month for the Cavaliers ended with a defensive stop....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:54 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2n8DGEh

No. 3 Purdue gets past Maryland for 18th consecutive win

WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. (AP) -- Isaac Haas provided the perfect remedy for No. 3 Purdue's ills on Wednesday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:54 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2E79S74

No. 3 Purdue gets past Maryland for 18th consecutive win

WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. (AP) -- Isaac Haas had 20 points and nine rebounds, Carsen Edwards scored 17 points and No. 3 Purdue pulled away from Maryland 75-67 on Wednesday night to extend the nation's longest active winning streak to 18....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:04 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2rS4i3S

MLB owners hopeful of fixing pace of play without showdown

LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Arizona Diamondbacks owner Ken Kendrick is hoping Major League Baseball and the players' association can work out a deal to improve pace of play without imposing changes on the union unilaterally....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:57 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2GA8bNT

LeBron, Cavs edge Heat 91-89 in 1st game without Love

CLEVELAND (AP) -- LeBron James scored 24 points, Jae Crowder made a go-ahead 3-pointer with 1:21 left and the Cleveland Cavaliers began a long stretch without injured All-Star Kevin Love by holding off the Miami Heat 91-89 on Wednesday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:39 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2nbuxjc

Rozier's triple-double helps Celtics rout Knicks 103-73

BOSTON (AP) -- Terry Rozier filled in nicely for Kyrie Irving, logging his first career triple-double in his first NBA start and leading the Boston Celtics to a 103-73 victory over the New York Knicks on Wednesday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:34 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2nv0j8P

MLB owners hopeful of fixing pace of play without showdown

LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Arizona Diamondbacks owner Ken Kendrick is hoping Major League Baseball and the players' association can work out a deal to improve pace of play without imposing changes on the union unilaterally....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:03 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/1uDY8Ml

Iowa State rolls past No. 15 West Virginia 93-77

AMES, Iowa (AP) -- West Virginia's losing skid keeps getting bigger, and coach Bob Huggins isn't quite sure what to do about it....

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

Iowa State rolls past No. 15 West Virginia 93-77

AMES, Iowa (AP) -- Donovan Jackson scored 25 points, Lindell Wigginton added 22 and Iowa State upset 15th-ranked West Virginia 93-77 on Wednesday night, sending the short-handed Mountaineers to their fifth loss in six games....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:15 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2nqn2mc

Guy, Jerome lead No. 2 Virginia past Louisville, 74-64

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (AP) -- Kyle Guy scored 22 points and No. 2 Virginia held off hot-shooting Louisville to win its 13th straight, 74-64 on Wednesday night....

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

No. 5 Michigan State rallies and beats Penn State 76-68

EAST LANSING, Mich. (AP) -- Miles Bridges had 23 points and nine rebounds, helping No. 5 Michigan State come back from a double-digit deficit to beat Penn State 76-68 on Wednesday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 8:52 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2GCx4ZA

No. 18 Tennessee trounces LSU 84-61 for 4th straight win

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (AP) -- James Daniel III scored 17 points off the bench Wednesday to continue his recent surge as No. 18 Tennessee trounced LSU 84-61 for its fourth consecutive victory....

from AP Top Sports News at 8:32 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2rVN8Cq

Pistons' Blake Griffin says he wants to be where he's wanted

AUBURN HILLS, Mich. (AP) -- Blake Griffin described his reaction when he found out he had been traded....

from AP Top Sports News at 8:07 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2ns2dXw

For Tafoya, preparation is key going into 4th Super Bowl

BLOOMINGTON, Minn. (AP) -- Michele Tafoya was a 28-year-old sports talk radio host in the heart of college basketball country, embarking on a long-desired vocation in an unforgiving field when she felt her first career boost from a bold on-air prediction....

from AP Top Sports News at 8:07 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2E3Bb2h

Guy, Jean Francois, appreciate tough paths to Super Bowl

BLOOMINGTON, Minn. (AP) -- The Patriots have had a knack for getting sometimes unexpected production out of late-round draft picks and undrafted free agents during Bill Belichick's tenure....

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

Simone Biles: Waiting to hear from USOC about sexual abuse

NEW YORK (AP) -- Simone Biles met the new president of USA Gymnastics but hasn't heard from the U.S. Olympic Committee regarding the Larry Nassar sexual abuse scandal....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:02 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2ErNd3a

Love lost: All-Star forward's broken hand a pain for Cavs

CLEVELAND (AP) -- Kevin Love's broken left hand has caused further damage to the crumbling Cavaliers....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:02 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2DSllnF

D-backs finalize $8.25M, 2-year deal with catch Alex Avila

PHOENIX (AP) -- The Arizona Diamondbacks have finalized an $8.25 million, two-year contract with free agent catcher Alex Avila....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:02 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2EuudBk

Man City 15 points clear in EPL as Man United, Chelsea lose

MANCHESTER, England (AP) -- Manchester United and Chelsea couldn't afford any slip-ups if they were to have even the slightest chance of catching runaway leader Manchester City in the final few months of the Premier League....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:31 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2ea4Uqs

Eagles having fun on big stage, not intimidated by Patriots

BLOOMINGTON, Minn. (AP) -- Wrestling masks have replaced the dog masks....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:18 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2GyS5Ei

Pistons' Blake Griffin says he wants to be where he's wanted

AUBURN HILLS, Mich. (AP) -- Blake Griffin admits he was shocked by the trade that sent him from the Los Angeles Clippers to Detroit. The star forward says he wants to be with a team that wants him....

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

Former big league outfielder Oscar Gamble dead at 68

NEW YORK (AP) -- Oscar Gamble, an outfielder who hit 200 home runs over 17 major league seasons and was famous during his playing days for an Afro that spilled out of his helmet, died Wednesday of a rare tumor of the jaw. He was 68....

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

Simone Biles waiting to hear from USOC about sexual abuse

NEW YORK (AP) -- Simone Biles says she's met the new president of USA Gymnastics but hasn't heard from the U.S. Olympic Committee regarding the Larry Nassar sexual abuse scandal....

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

Goodell wants league to look deeply into catch rule

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) -- Roger Goodell wants to see the mystery of the NFL's catch rule solved, and he's ensured that the process has begun....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:16 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2krr5hP

Perfect: FGCU is the last school unbeaten in D-I league play

At Florida Gulf Coast, the men's and women's basketball teams have much in common....

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

Former big league outfielder Oscar Gamble dead at 68

NEW YORK (AP) -- Oscar Gamble, an outfielder who hit 200 home runs over 17 major league seasons and was famous during his playing days for an Afro that spilled out of his helmet, died Wednesday of a rare tumor of the jaw. He was 68....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:07 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2DRxqK9

Goodell wants league to look deeply into catch rule

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) -- Roger Goodell wants to see the mystery of the NFL's catch rule solved, and he's ensured that the process has begun....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:53 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/1hZlYLe

Chiefs' trade of Smith opens door for Mahomes, fills needs

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) -- The countdown to the Patrick Mahomes II era in Kansas City began the moment the Chiefs traded up to select the strong-armed quarterback in the first round of last year's draft....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:10 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2DSy8a0

Will Golden Knights be surprise trade deadline buyers?

The Vegas Golden Knights' unpredictable success has put them in an unexpected spot....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:39 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/1NDa5bG

The Latest: NFL has hired investigator for Richardson case

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) -- The Latest on Super Bowl activities on Wednesday including NFL commissioner Roger Goodell's annual Super Bowl week news conference. (all times local):...

from AP Top Sports News at 2:35 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2EtLw5o

The Latest: Goodell says focus will be on replay, rule book

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) -- The Latest on Super Bowl activities on Wednesday including NFL commissioner Roger Goodell's annual Super Bowl week news conference. (all times local):...

from AP Top Sports News at 2:22 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jYPVo8

Roger Goodell set for annual Super Bowl address

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) -- Commissioner Roger Goodell is holding his annual Super Bowl week address the same day as the NFL's announcement of a new Thursday night TV deal with Fox....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:08 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2FxN25O

Betts beats Boston in 1st arbitration case, gets $10.5M

PHOENIX (AP) -- Mookie Betts beat the Boston Red Sox in the first salary arbitration case of the year. The All-Star outfielder will get a raise from $950,000 to $10.5 million instead of the team's $7.5 million....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:05 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2BGZX2W

Former big league outfielder Oscar Gamble dead at 68

NEW YORK (AP) -- Oscar Gamble, an outfielder who hit 200 home runs over 17 major league seasons, has died of a rare tumor of the jaw. He was 68....

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

US confident in Olympics security despite NKorea tensions

WASHINGTON (AP) -- The United States said Wednesday it is not aware of any specific threat to the upcoming Winter Olympics in South Korea and is confident that American athletes, coaches and spectators will be safe, despite nuclear tensions with North Korea....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:15 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2Et1r3N

Hop's Hype: Inside Washington's surprising turnaround season

SEATTLE (AP) -- Mike Hopkins is frantically scrolling through the photo album on his phone. Stored deep in the collection of screen shots, aerial images from his many plane trips and family pictures is an image that helps define what he's trying to build in his first season as Washington's head coach....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:45 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2DPT7u1

Fox gets Thursday night football for 5 years

BLOOMINGTON, Minn. (AP) -- Fox and the NFL have agreed to a five-year deal for Thursday night football games....

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

Love lost: All-Star forward's broken hand a pain for Cavs

CLEVELAND (AP) -- Kevin Love's heart was questioned last week. The focus has switched to his broken left hand this week....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:52 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2DZP7dL

Olympics draw Korean adoptees as South Korea confronts past

When Megan Olson lands in South Korea for the Winter Olympics next week, she'll feel something that is both surreal and vivid....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:41 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2Fug3iP

The Latest: Judge: 265 have come forward as Nassar victims

LANSING, Mich. (AP) -- The Latest on the sexual abuse cases and investigations surrounding former sports doctor Larry Nassar (all times local):...

from AP Top Sports News at 11:18 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2t3BXqF

Abuse victims return for Nassar's final sentencing hearing

CHARLOTTE, Mich. (AP) -- The final sentencing hearing began Wednesday for disgraced former sports doctor Larry Nassar, who was again confronted by victims as he faced another prison sentence for molesting gymnasts at an elite Michigan club run by an Olympic coach....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:07 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2A3cqi5

F1 to end long-standing practice of using 'grid girls'

PARIS (AP) -- There will be no more "grid girls" before Formula One races and no more "podium girls" celebrating with the drivers after them....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:01 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2rYSvAS

Fox gets Thursday night football for 5 years

BLOOMINGTON, Minn. (AP) -- Fox and the NFL have agreed to a five-year deal for Thursday night football games....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:31 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2FxhT2o

Fox gets Thursday night football for 5 years

BLOOMINGTON, Minn. (AP) -- Fox and the NFL have agreed to a five-year deal for Thursday night football games....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:15 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2nqT29K

Nassar to face another sentence, victims in return to court

LANSING, Mich. (AP) -- Larry Nassar, the former sports doctor accused of sexually assaulting more than 150 women and girls, will be confronted again by scores of victims as he faces another prison sentence for molesting gymnasts, this time at an elite Michigan club run by an Olympic coach....

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

Hard-nosed ex-Michigan governor to lead Michigan State

LANSING, Mich. (AP) -- Michigan State University turned to a hard-nosed former governor and alumnus on Wednesday to right the ship following scathing criticism over former doctor Larry Nassar's ability to molest young female athletes for decades under the guise of medical treatment....

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

Lake Placid hosting monthlong Olympic celebration

LAKE PLACID, N.Y. (AP) -- With the Pyeongchang Winter Olympics slated to start next week, Lake Placid in upstate New York is rolling out the welcome mat for travelers who won't make that trip but might want to celebrate in a village that embraces the Olympic spirit like nowhere else....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:05 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2Fzklp3

Fox gets Thursday night football for 5 years

BLOOMINGTON, Minn. (AP) -- Fox and the NFL have agreed to a five-year deal for Thursday night football games....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:58 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2rXGThr

Griffin's departure leaves Clippers in free-agent hunt

LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Suddenly, the Big Three is down to one. With star guard Chris Paul in Houston and face-of-the-franchise Blake Griffin traded to the Detroit Pistons, only DeAndre Jordan is left from the power trio that propelled the Los Angeles Clippers to relevance....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:28 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2nol85s

Small school in Nebraska big on female wrestlers from Hawaii

FREMONT, Neb. (AP) -- Welina Tong tried wrestling for the first time six years ago and loved the sport so much she was willing to move 4,000 miles from her home in Hawaii to the snowy plains of Nebraska to compete....

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

Alan Page exhibits slavery artifacts in time for Super Bowl

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) -- An iron collar that kept slaves in bondage. A branding iron that marked human beings as someone's property. A photograph of black babies captioned as "alligator bait." A fine china plate with gold lettering that says, "KKK 'God Give Us Men.'"...

from AP Top Sports News at 2:29 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2npKr7e

Julie Ertz was soccer star before Zach's Super Bowl bid

Julie Ertz has a world championship and Player of the Year honors in her sport. So she's already got an edge on husband Zach - that is, if they were competitive....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:17 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2EpW2up

Young's 44 help No. 12 Oklahoma top Baylor 98-96

NORMAN, Okla. (AP) -- Only one thing was going to slow Oklahoma point guard Trae Young's offensive onslaught Tuesday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:54 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2nsgV0X

AP Sources: Chiefs agree to trade Smith to Redskins

WASHINGTON (AP) -- Kansas City has agreed to trade quarterback Alex Smith to Washington, a move that spells the end of Kirk Cousins' time with the Redskins and hands the Chiefs' job to Patrick Mahomes....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:54 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2rX9zaq

Love breaks hand in Cavaliers' 125-114 loss to Detroit

DETROIT (AP) -- A loss to short-handed Detroit was hardly the biggest concern for LeBron James and the Cleveland Cavaliers....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:54 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2GymBOK

In adding Griffin, Detroit Pistons take a risk to add a star

DETROIT (AP) -- With his team in a slump that threatened to derail a once-promising season, Stan Van Gundy boldly put the Detroit Pistons on a new path....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:54 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2rOKjTG

AP Sources: Chiefs agree to trade Smith to Redskins

WASHINGTON (AP) -- Kansas City has agreed to trade quarterback Alex Smith to Washington, a move that spells the end of Kirk Cousins' time with the Redskins and hands the Chiefs' job to Patrick Mahomes....

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

Young's 44 help No. 12 Oklahoma top Baylor 98-96

NORMAN, Okla. (AP) -- Trae Young scored 31 of his 44 points in the second half to help No. 12 Oklahoma hold off Baylor 98-96 on Tuesday night....

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

AP Sources: Chiefs agree to trade Smith to Redskins

WASHINGTON (AP) -- Two people with direct knowledge of the trade say the Kansas City Chiefs have agreed to deal quarterback Alex Smith to the Washington Redskins....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:10 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2nnJ5db

MSU official: Ex.-Gov. Engler to be named interim president

LANSING, Mich. (AP) -- Former Gov. John Engler will be named the interim president of Michigan State University amid the fallout over sexual assaults committed by former sports doctor Larry Nassar, a high-ranking school official involved in the board of trustees' plan said Tuesday....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:03 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2mV4Hwo

Harden has first 60-point triple-double in NBA history

HOUSTON (AP) -- James Harden became the first player in NBA history to score 60 points as part of a triple-double as the short-handed Houston Rockets beat the Orlando Magic 114-107 on Tuesday night....

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

Love breaks hand in Cavaliers' 125-114 loss to Detroit

DETROIT (AP) -- Andre Drummond had 21 points and 22 rebounds, and the short-handed Detroit Pistons beat Cleveland 125-114 on Tuesday night after the Cavaliers lost Kevin Love to a potentially season-altering hand injury....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:46 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2Gzy4xp

Patriots' Gronkowski expects to play in Super Bowl

BLOOMINGTON, Minn. (AP) -- New England Patriots star tight end Rob Gronkowski says he expects to play in Sunday's Super Bowl against the Philadelphia Eagles....

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

No. 20 Clemson ends skid vs UNC, beats No. 19 Tar Heels

CLEMSON, S.C. (AP) -- Gabe DeVoe had one thought when the game ended and Clemson fans poured onto the court to celebrate the Tigers' first win over North Carolina in eight years....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:22 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2DOhVq9

Cleveland's Love leaves game at Detroit with broken hand

DETROIT (AP) -- Kevin Love left Cleveland's game at Detroit on Tuesday night with a broken left hand....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:47 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2DQyd1V

Activists highlight the poor as rich party at Super Bowl

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) -- Social activists say Minneapolis is turning into a playground for the rich during Super Bowl week, and critics are using the spectacle to rally against economic injustice such as the displacement of dozens of homeless people, and the police shootings of blacks that spawned player protests at some NFL games....

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

Gymnastics doctor to return to court for another sentence

LANSING, Mich. (AP) -- Larry Nassar, the sports doctor accused of sexually assaulting more than 150 women and girls, will be confronted again this week by scores of victims as he faces another prison sentence for molesting gymnasts, this time at an elite Michigan club run by an Olympic coach....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:08 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2l0eZIJ

Rejected by Eagles, Patriots' trio has shined in New England

BLOOMINGTON, Minn. (AP) -- One thing sticks out to Patriots running back Dion Lewis about his time with the Philadelphia Eagles....

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

Carson Wentz goes from MVP contender to cheerleader

BLOOMINGTON, Minn. (AP) -- Carson Wentz made the rounds along Radio Row at last year's Super Bowl and promised himself he'd be back for this one....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:44 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2nsrWyt

Super Bowl stadium prep on track despite Vikes playoff run

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) -- Super Bowl 52 will be played comfortably under the translucent U.S. Bank Stadium roof on a dry artificial turf, leaving the New England Patriots and Philadelphia Eagles without worries of traction trouble or kick-altering winds....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:20 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2BGNr3A

Wizards All-Star guard John Wall to have left knee surgery

WASHINGTON (AP) -- Washington Wizards point guard John Wall will have arthroscopic surgery on his left knee on Wednesday and could miss much of the rest of the regular season....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:20 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2nnIcS0

Native Americans: Benching Wahoo step in right direction

Cleveland native Josh Hunt is not a fan of baseball. But he's showed up at Progressive Field where the Indians play for the past couple of years to protest the team name and its mascot, Chief Wahoo - confronted with fans in headdresses and face paint, some playing small drums....

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

Carson Wentz goes from MVP contender to cheerleader

BLOOMINGTON, Minn. (AP) -- Carson Wentz made the rounds along Radio Row at last year's Super Bowl and promised himself he'd back for this one....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:50 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2EqovjF

The Latest: Trump gets bill prompted by sports doctor abuse

WASHINGTON (AP) -- The Latest on legislation to protect amateur athletes from sexual abuse (all times local):...

from AP Top Sports News at 5:15 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2nqAF4T

APNewsBreak: MLB asks All-Star 11th start with runner on 2nd

NEW YORK (AP) -- A runner would be put on second base at the start of the 11th inning of the All-Star Game and each additional inning, according to the latest pace-of-game proposal by Major League Baseball....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:58 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2DRR1Og

Gymnastics doctor to return to court for another sentence

LANSING, Mich. (AP) -- Larry Nassar, the sports doctor accused of sexually assaulting more than 150 women and girls, will be confronted again this week by scores of victims as he faces another prison sentence for molesting gymnasts, this time at an elite Michigan club run by an Olympic coach....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:30 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2lG2Yfx

Column: Mediocre score, rousing success in Tiger's return

SAN DIEGO (AP) -- One year later, Tiger Woods looked five years younger....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:17 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2h2cPIc

Native Americans: Benching Wahoo step in right direction

Cleveland native Josh Hunt is not a fan of baseball. But he's showed up at Progressive Field where the Indians play for the past couple of years to protest the team name and its mascot, Chief Wahoo - confronted with fans in headdresses and face paint, some playing small drums....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:19 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2rQq6MZ

APNewsBreak: MLB asks All-Star 11th start with runner on 2nd

NEW YORK (AP) -- A runner would be put on second base at the start of the 11th inning of the All-Star Game and each additional inning, according to the latest pace-of-game proposal by Major League Baseball....

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

Former Padres, Diamondbacks GM Kevin Towers dies of cancer

SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Kevin Towers, whose 14-year tenure as general manager of the San Diego Padres included an appearance in the 1998 World Series, has died from complications of cancer. He was 56....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:05 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2ErkZW8

Bigger ice makes a big difference at the Olympics

Size matters. Especially when it's 15 feet....

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

On Basketball: Griffin trade shows NBA's current direction

The East is open for business. The West is closed until further notice....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:02 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2Eplj8c

MSU official: Ex.-Gov. Engler to be named interim president

LANSING, Mich. (AP) -- A high-ranking Michigan State University official involved in the board of trustees' plan said Tuesday that former Gov. John Engler will be named interim president....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:52 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2BE9yaM

MSU official: Ex.-Gov. Engler to be named interim president

LANSING, Mich. (AP) -- A high-ranking Michigan State University official involved in the board of trustees' plan says former Gov. John Engler will be named interim president....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:32 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2BEwOW9

After wreck, Olympic champ I-Pod tweets: 'I am doing OK'

ASPEN, Colo. (AP) -- Injured Olympic halfpipe champion Iouri Podladtchikov tweeted a picture of himself in a hospital gown along with the message "I am doing OK," after a scary wreck at the Winter X Games....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:32 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2njIWrq

Governor orders criminal probe of Texas gymnastics ranch

AUSTIN, Texas (AP) -- Texas Gov. Greg Abbott ordered a criminal investigation Tuesday into claims that former doctor Larry Nassar abused some of his victims at a Texas ranch that was the training ground for U.S. women's gymnastics....

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

Wizards All-Star guard John Wall to have left knee surgery

WASHINGTON (AP) -- Washington Wizards point guard John Wall will have arthroscopic surgery on his left knee on Wednesday and could miss much of the rest of the regular season....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:17 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2nrzdhI

Governor orders criminal probe of Texas gymnastics ranch

AUSTIN, Texas (AP) -- Texas Gov. Greg Abbott has ordered a criminal investigation into claims that former doctor Larry Nassar abused some of his victims at a Texas ranch that was the training ground for U.S. women's gymnastics....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:17 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2DOuZMj

Inkster selected US captain for Solheim Cup for 3rd time

Juli Inkster is the first American to be Solheim Cup captain three times. Now she'd like the distinction of being the first American captain with three victories....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:17 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2vacewO

Former Padres, Diamondbacks GM Kevin Towers dies of cancer

SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Kevin Towers, whose 14-year tenure as general manager of the San Diego Padres included an appearance in the 1998 World Series, has died from complications of cancer. He was 56....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:57 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2EnlcK6

Man City signs defender Laporte for club-record $80 million

MANCHESTER, England (AP) -- Manchester City signed France under-21 international Aymeric Laporte from Athletic Bilbao for a club-record fee of 65 million euros ($80 million) on Tuesday, taking its spending on center backs since 2014 to about $250 million....

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

AP sources: Wizards PG John Wall to have left knee surgery

WASHINGTON (AP) -- Two people familiar with John Wall's status say the Washington Wizards point guard will have surgery on his left knee....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:39 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2DORyMP

Lawsuit probing how Texas handled Applewhite misconduct case

AUSTIN, Texas (AP) -- A lawsuit by former Texas women's track coach Bev Kearney against the school is probing how administrators in the offices that investigate campus sexual misconduct handled former football assistant Major Applewhite's 2009 relationship with a student trainer on a bowl trip....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:19 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2Ep2e64

Putin says Russia hopes to turn page on doping at Olympics

MOSCOW (AP) -- While branding the World Anti-Doping Agency's key witness a "nutjob," Vladimir Putin said Tuesday he hopes Russia can soon leave its years of doping scandals behind....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:29 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2j2l2ht

Seoul: North Korea cancels pre-Olympic joint cultural event

SEOUL, South Korea (AP) -- South Korea on Tuesday expressed regret over North Korea's cancellation of one of the joint cooperation projects planned for next month's Winter Olympics, a development highlighting the delicate nature of ties between the rivals split for seven decades....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:25 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2EBJL5P

Attorney for the late Aaron Hernandez writing a book

NEW YORK (AP) -- The defense attorney for the late Aaron Hernandez is writing a book about the former NFL star and promises "shocking revelations."...

from AP Top Sports News at 9:16 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2FtOS7K

Going, going ... Indians removing Wahoo logo from uniforms

CLEVELAND (AP) -- A smiling reminder of lazy summer days. An ugly depiction of racism....

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

North Carolina hoping to get back on track this week

North Carolina has gone through a bumpy national title defense, most of its struggles coming during the ACC season....

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

Nigeria's first bobsled team running for pride and legacy

NEW YORK (AP) -- Seun Adigun told herself her athletic career was done after she ran her last race at the 2012 Summer Olympics in London. But for some reason, she couldn't bring herself to tell the world....

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

Pistons acquire Griffin from Clippers in blockbuster deal

The Detroit Pistons have acquired star forward Blake Griffin in a trade with the Los Angeles Clippers....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:52 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2np7QVO

Irving scores 27 points as Celtics edge Nuggets 111-110

DENVER (AP) -- Kyrie Irving scored 10 of his 27 points in the fourth quarter, Jaylen Brown hit a go-ahead 3-pointer with 34 seconds remaining and the struggling Boston Celtics edged the Denver Nuggets 111-110 on Monday night....

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

Patriots' McCourty expects progress after season of protests

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) -- Patriots safety Devin McCourty thinks this offseason will include a more open and meaningful dialogue between NFL players and league officials after a series of player-led demonstrations during the national anthem this season attempted to raise awareness for social issues....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:06 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2DJuNd5

AP Source: Pistons finalizing deal to acquire Griffin

DETROIT (AP) -- The Detroit Pistons were finalizing a trade Monday night to acquire star forward Blake Griffin from the Los Angeles Clippers, according to a person with knowledge of the deal....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:48 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2BD3wY7

Patriots, Eagles tackle the serious and silly at media night

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) -- Tom Brady wore a black wool stocking cap and a big smile. Bill Belichick wore a full suit....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:45 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2DKhp8K

AP Source: Pistons finalizing deal to acquire Griffin

DETROIT (AP) -- A person with knowledge of the deal says the Detroit Pistons are finalizing a trade to acquire star forward Blake Griffin from the Los Angeles Clippers....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:31 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2nmR0HG

Patriots, Eagles tackle the serious and silly at media night

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) -- Super Bowl festivities in Minnesota are in full swing, with the New England Patriots and Philadelphia Eagles kicking off their week in the spotlight at media night....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:46 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2DMb4gP

Brady talks about cutting off radio interview

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) -- Patriots quarterback Tom Brady says he's reconsidering whether to continue a long-running weekly radio appearance after a host at the station called his daughter "an annoying little pissant."...

from AP Top Sports News at 9:10 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2rNs7K1

Royals send DH Moss, Buchter to A's for Hahn, Fillmyer

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) -- The Royals traded designated hitter Brandon Moss and left-hander Ryan Buchter to the Oakland A's on Monday night for right-handed pitchers Jesse Hahn and Heath Fillmyer....

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

Royals send DH Moss, Buchter to A's for Hahn, Fillmyer

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) -- The Royals acquired right-handers Jesse Hahn and Heath Fillmyer from the Oakland A's on Monday for left-hander Ryan Buchter, designated hitter Brandon Moss and cash considerations....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:54 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2noDy5n

Congress passes bill stemming from sexual abuse of athletes

WASHINGTON (AP) -- Congress followed up on the sex abuse scandal involving sports doctor Larry Nassar by passing legislation Monday that requires governing bodies for amateur athletics to promptly report abuse claims to law enforcement....

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

House passes bill stemming from reports of abused athletes

WASHINGTON (AP) -- The House has followed up on the sex abuse scandal involving sports doctor Larry Nassar by passing legislation that requires governing bodies for amateur athletics to promptly report abuse claims to law enforcement....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:10 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2rEYMl0

Michigan AG seeks university emails, texts in Nassar review

LANSING, Mich. (AP) -- State Attorney General Bill Schuette is asking Michigan State University for emails and text messages related to Larry Nassar, an initial salvo in his investigation into how the college handled complaints against the longtime campus sports doctor who was sentenced to decades in prison last week for sexually assaulting female athletes....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:05 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2BBt4EX

AP source: Bills' Wood retirement on hold over bonus issue

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) -- Bills center Eric Wood's plans to announce his retirement on Monday were sidetracked due to issues arising over what he is owed over the final two years of his contract, a person with direct knowledge of the situation told The Associated Press....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:03 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2Ecx9SU

Michigan AG seeks university emails, texts in Nassar review

LANSING, Mich. (AP) -- State Attorney General Bill Schuette is asking Michigan State University for emails and text messages related to Larry Nassar, an initial salvo in his investigation into how the college handled complaints against the longtime campus sports doctor who was sentenced to decades in prison last week for sexually assaulting female athletes....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:01 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2DNRr8n

Cleveland Indians dropping Chief Wahoo logo from uniforms

CLEVELAND (AP) -- The Cleveland Indians are dropping the Chief Wahoo logo from their uniforms next year after decades of protests and complaints that the grinning, red-faced caricature used in one version or another since 1947 is racist....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:41 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2nkBwEj

Column: NASCAR drivers can learn from Alonso's grace

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) -- Fernando Alonso doesn't like every aspect of his job but understands professionals have obligations they must meet....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:24 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/1plvr4m

Rousey's WWE deal gets ex-UFC star back in bright spotlight

PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- Ronda Rousey stayed silent as she pointed from the ring toward the WrestleMania logo that hung in the rafters....

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

Islanders to split games between Nassau Coliseum, Brooklyn

ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) -- The New York Islanders will split their regular-season home games between Long Island's Nassau Coliseum and Brooklyn's Barclays Center beginning next year while a new arena is built at Belmont Park under an arrangement announced Monday by Gov. Andrew Cuomo....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:41 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2nkf662

Pederson is win away from delivering Philly first Super Bowl

BLOOMINGTON, Minn. (AP) -- Doug Pederson is one win away from bringing Philadelphia the elusive Super Bowl title his mentor couldn't deliver....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:08 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2Enf98z

Patriots enjoy big Super Bowl experience edge over Eagles

BLOOMINGTON, Minn. (AP) -- The Eagles are playing some of their best football heading into Sunday's Super Bowl matchup with the Patriots....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:49 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2nmc8Og

I-Pod injury a stark reminder of dangers of halfpipe

ASPEN, Colo. (AP) -- It certainly wasn't the first time Iouri Podladtchikov had elicited gasps from a halfpipe crowd. This time, though, there was nothing to celebrate....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:55 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2Frmnr9

Fendrich on Tennis: Years later, Roger Federer still on top

Used to be that Roger Federer simply could not win a match, let alone a championship, at major tournaments....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:42 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2uB571q

High school coaches see recruiting shift after early signing

All the top 2018 football prospects at St. Peter's Prep in New Jersey took advantage of the new NCAA signing period and wrapped up their recruitments in December....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:57 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/N4Ry0z

UConn still leads way in AP women's basketball poll

NEW YORK (AP) -- UConn continues to lead the way in The Associated Press women's basketball poll....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:03 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/Ky5M87

APNewsBreak: Indians removing Chief Wahoo logo from uniforms

CLEVELAND (AP) -- Divisive and hotly debated, the Chief Wahoo logo is being removed from the Cleveland Indians' uniform next year....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:40 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2Ei2m73

At long last: Beckham's MLS team in Miami is born

MIAMI (AP) -- David Beckham finally has his Major League Soccer team in Miami....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:32 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2DxEwmK

Virginia pulls closer to top-ranked Villanova in AP Top 25

Virginia has not been ranked No. 1 since Ralph Sampson patrolled the lane in Charlottesville....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:23 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2jmhE4j

Virginia pulls closer to top-ranked Villanova in AP Top 25

No. 2 Virginia has pulled closer to its first No. 1 ranking in 35 years....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:08 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/KylNe5

US downhiller Steven Nyman to miss Olympics with knee injury

U.S. Ski and Snowboard says that three-time Olympian Steven Nyman will miss the Pyeonchang Games after tearing a ligament in his right knee....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:46 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2DU7SPv

Brady cuts off radio interview over remark about daughter

FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) -- Patriots quarterback Tom Brady says he's reconsidering whether to continue a long-running weekly radio appearance after a host called his daughter "an annoying little pissant."...

from AP Top Sports News at 10:39 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2FqGgi7

Broken bones, torn ligaments, more: Lindsey Vonn's injuries

From a fractured ankle to a thumb sliced on a bottle of bubbly, from broken arm bones to torn knee ligaments, all manner of injuries has interrupted Lindsey Vonn's highly successful skiing career....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:16 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2nmExTv

Lindsey Vonn eyes some unfinished business at 2018 Olympics

Lindsey Vonn couldn't wiggle her fingers or move her wrist. Understandably, she wanted to be reassured everything would be OK....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:16 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2DZ49QT

Super Bowl flyover won't be the usual demonstration

BLOOMINGTON, Minn. (AP) -- The Super Bowl will have the usual flyover - except it will be anything but normal....

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

ICYMI: A record win highlights women's hoops this week

NEW YORK (AP) -- A record win, another triple-double and a milestone point highlighted the week in women's basketball....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:08 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2DHyH6k

Red Sox manager Alex Cora brings youthful eye to new job

BOSTON (AP) -- Dave Dombrowski wanted to make sure he and Alex Cora were on the same page, so the Red Sox boss sent off an email for his new manager's approval....

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

Federer wins 20th major; Wozniacki wins her 1st in Australia

MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) -- Once he'd become the first man to win 20 Grand Slam singles titles, the questions to Roger Federer shifted to another major milestone....

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

Super Bowl flyover won't be the usual demonstration

BLOOMINGTON, Minn. (AP) -- The Super Bowl will have the usual flyover - except it will be anything but normal....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:35 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2DT1msh

Boston homecoming shows White's rapid rise as head of UFC

BOSTON (AP) -- Dana White is looking for a staircase. He remembers there are steps leading to the gym he once rehabilitated, around the corner from the justice building where Will Hunting made a mockery of the court. Had you not known White was UFC's maestro of mayhem, he'd be mistaken for just another Southie. Bald, street tough, Patriots jacket and T-shirt, poking around for a way into a building without an invitation....

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

Broken bones, torn ligaments, more: Lindsey Vonn's injuries

From a fractured ankle to a thumb sliced on a bottle of bubbly, from broken arm bones to torn knee ligaments, all manner of injuries has interrupted Lindsey Vonn's highly successful skiing career....

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

Lindsey Vonn eyes some unfinished business at 2018 Olympics

Lindsey Vonn couldn't wiggle her fingers or move her wrist. Understandably, she wanted to be reassured everything would be OK....

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

Opara, Polster, Steffen make US debuts in 0-0 tie vs Bosnia

CARSON, Calif. (AP) -- In previous World Cup years, the United States used its January training camp to evaluate young players for a tournament five months later. This time, the Americans likely don't have a game that matters until the 2019 CONCACAF Gold Cup....

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

Opara, Polster, Steffen make US debuts in 0-0 tie vs Bosnia

CARSON, Calif. (AP) -- Defenders Ike Opara and Matt Polster made their U.S. national team debuts along with goalkeeper Zack Steffen as the Americans played a listless 0-0 tie in an exhibition against Bosnia-Herzegovina on Sunday night....

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

Olympic champ I-Pod suffers broken nose after scary wreck

ASPEN, Colo. (AP) -- Olympic champion snowboarder Iouri Podladtchikov slammed his face against the halfpipe and had to be carted off the course Sunday at the Winter X Games in an accident that provided a jarring look at the stakes involved in landing a gold-medal run....

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

Rousey shifts to wrestling with surprise Royal Rumble cameo

PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- Ronda Rousey's next bout in the ring won't come in mixed martial arts but in the world of professional wrestling....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:03 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2DGFw8g

Olympic champ I-Pod suffers broken nose after scary wreck

ASPEN, Colo. (AP) -- Olympic champion snowboarder Iouri Podladtchikov slammed his face against the halfpipe and had to be carted off the course Sunday at the Winter X Games in an accident that provided a jarring look at the stakes involved in landing a gold-medal run....

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

Rousey shifts to wrestling with surprise Royal Rumble cameo

PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- Ronda Rousey's next bout in the ring won't come in mixed martial arts but in the world of professional wrestling....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:46 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2nmr4eG

Rakell, Boeser lead Pacific Division to NHL All-Star win

TAMPA, Fla. (AP) -- Rickard Rakell had two goals and rookie Brock Boeser, Johnny Gaudreau and Drew Doughty also scored to help the Pacific Division win the NHL All-Star game with a 5-2 victory over the Atlantic Division on Sunday....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:47 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/1sQYyPS

Brittany Lincicome wins LPGA opener in Bahamas _ again

PARADISE ISLAND, Bahamas (AP) -- Brittany Lincicome beat darkness - with help from floodlights Sunday on the Ocean Club's 18th green - to win the Pure Silk-Bahamas LPGA Classic for the second straight year....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:15 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/1atA0Wv

Carr, Walker, Miller help AFC rally to win Pro Bowl 24-23

ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) -- Delanie Walker held the ball in the end zone and waited for his teammates to celebrate....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:57 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kE8GvB

Brittany Lincicome wins LPGA opener in Bahamas _ again

PARADISE ISLAND, Bahamas (AP) -- Brittany Lincicome beat darkness - with help from floodlights Sunday on the Ocean Club's 18th green - to win the Pure Silk-Bahamas LPGA Classic for the second straight year....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:31 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2ebMfe3

Carr, Walker, Miller help AFC rally to win Pro Bowl 24-23

ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) -- Tennessee's Delanie Walker caught two touchdown passes, including an 18-yarder with 1:31 remaining, and the AFC beat the NFC 24-23 in a rain-soaked Pro Bowl on Sunday....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:02 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/KJfWUb

Brunson, No. 1 Villanova hold on, beat Marquette 85-82

MILWAUKEE (AP) -- Jalen Brunson scored 31 points despite leaving the game briefly with a left ankle injury, Donte DiVincenzo added 23 and top-ranked Villanova avoided another upset in Milwaukee with an 85-82 win Sunday over Marquette....

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

AP sources: Flames put Jaromir Jagr on waivers

In what could spell the end of his illustrious NHL career, Jaromir Jagr has been placed on waivers by the Calgary Flames....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:05 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2rKps3A

Chip Ganassi earns 200th victory with Rolex class win

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) -- Action Express Racing has a third Rolex 24 at Daytona title, and Chip Ganassi Racing is celebrating the organization's 200th victory....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:50 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2Ej8hZR

No. 2 Virginia shuts down No. 4 Duke in ACC showdown

The nation's top defense faced the top offense in an ACC showdown this past week....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:22 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2gQ1uJJ

Patriots don't need any help but they tend to get it

Opponents tend to freak out against Tom Brady and Bill Belichick just when they're about to conquer the New England Patriots' dynastic duo. The Philadelphia Eagles swear they won't fall into that trap if they have the chance in Super Bowl 52....

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

AP sources: Flames put Jaromir Jagr on waivers

Two people with direct knowledge of the move say the Calgary Flames have placed Jaromir Jagr on waivers....

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

Ready to Rumble? Rousey faces uncertain future outside UFC

PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- Ronda Rousey might not yet be ready to rumble....

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

Cilic blames slow start to Aussie final on closed roof

MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) -- Marin Cilic felt more than prepared to face Roger Federer in a Grand Slam final for the second time in six months....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:12 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2ngPW8o

Shiffrin back on form, leads 1st run of World Cup slalom

LENZERHEIDE, Switzerland (AP) -- Mikaela Shiffrin got back to her favorite event and back on the top of the leaderboard in a World Cup slalom on Sunday....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:41 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/1lfEvEO

Chloe Kim: California kid heads to South Korea's games

ASPEN, Colo. (AP) -- Ask snowboarder Chloe Kim what she thinks the "Chloe Kim Story" really is this year and she hesitates just a moment, before deciding on "The California girl that went to the Olympics." ...

from AP Top Sports News at 2:28 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2DGAKr4

Curry scores 13 points over final 1:42, Warriors beat Boston

OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) -- Stephen Curry scored 49 points with 13 of those over the final 1:42 and hit eight 3-pointers, lifting the Golden State Warriors past the Boston Celtics 109-105 on Saturday night in what is already being hyped as a potential NBA Finals matchup come June....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:10 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2GlOHfQ

Knox scores season-high 34, Kentucky beats No. 7 WVU 83-76

MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (AP) -- Kentucky freshman Kevin Knox enjoys quieting a hostile crowd on the road....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:53 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2BxF5uY

Alex Ovechkin has hardest shot at skills competition

TAMPA,Fla. (AP) -- Alex Ovechkin won the hardest shot title at the NHL All-Star game skills competition Saturday night with a drive of 101.3 mph....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:57 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2EeEilw

Knox scores season-high 34, Kentucky beats No. 7 WVU 83-76

MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (AP) -- Freshman forward Kevin Knox scored 19 of his season-high 34 points in the second half and Kentucky overcame a 17-point deficit to beat No. 7 West Virginia 83-76 in the Big 12/SEC Challenge on Saturday night....

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

Anthony reaches milestone as Thunder beat Pistons 121-108

DETROIT (AP) -- Carmelo Anthony made a free throw for his 25,000th point, and although there was no real reaction from the crowd in Detroit, the Oklahoma City star slapped hands with teammates and raised his right hand with pride....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:31 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2Bz92L1

Clark, Evans lead No. 9 Cincinnati past Memphis 62-48

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) -- Gary Clark had 18 points and nine rebounds, Jacob Evans added 14 points - including a pair of 3-pointers to break Cincinnati out of a second-half shooting slump - as the No. 9 Bearcats defeated Memphis 62-48 on Saturday for their 12th straight victory....

from AP Top Sports News at 8:41 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2Fme9Rg

Anthony reaches milestone as Thunder beat Pistons 121-108

DETROIT (AP) -- Carmelo Anthony surpassed the 25,000-point milestone and Russell Westbrook added 31 points, 13 assists and 11 rebounds to lift the surging Oklahoma City Thunder to a 121-108 victory over the Detroit Pistons on Saturday night....

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

Gun Runner passes his final test, wins the Pegasus

HALLANDALE BEACH, Fla. (AP) -- This was the scenario that Gun Runner's team envisioned a year ago: Get a perfect ride at Gulfstream Park and win the sport's richest race....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:45 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2Gp07Q8

Woods all over Torrey Pines and scratches out a 70

SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Tiger Woods was everywhere but the fairway and putted for birdie on only half of his holes. He still managed a 2-under 70 and was in the middle of the pack going into the final round of the Farmers Insurance Open....

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

Gun Runner passes his final test, wins the Pegasus

HALLANDALE BEACH, Fla. (AP) -- This was the scenario that Gun Runner's connections envisioned a year ago: Get a perfect ride at Gulfstream Park, and win the sport's richest race....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:31 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2k6EEm9

Davis, Pelicans recalibrate playoff push without Cousins

METAIRIE, La. (AP) -- The New Orleans Pelicans held the first practice of their new, more challenging reality Saturday - less than 24 hours after losing All-Star center DeMarcus Cousins for the rest of the season because of his Achilles tear....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:19 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2FmXUU4

Alabama slows Trae Young, stuns No. 12 Oklahoma 80-73

TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (AP) -- Alabama coach Avery Johnson said he'll throw three or four different defensive looks at an opposing team during a typical game....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:54 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2nhY6gC

Richmond's Kyle Lauletta goes from FCS to Senior Bowl star

MOBILE, Ala. (AP) -- Richmond's Kyle Lauletta threw three second-half touchdown passes and Texas-San Antonio's Marcus Davenport scored on a 19-yard fumble recovery to lead the South team to a 45-16 victory over the North in the Senior Bowl on Saturday....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:54 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2BxcdDa

Talented young Americans making their mark in NHL

TAMPA, Fla. (AP) -- Steven Stamkos, Alex Ovechkin, Sidney Crosby, P.K. Subban, Connor McDavid, John Tavares, Henrik Lundquist, Marc-Andre Fleury....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:49 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2ByIHN7

APNewsBreak: Emmert sends email about Michigan St to board

NCAA President Mark Emmert says sexual assault cases involving Michigan State athletes referenced in a letter sent by an advocacy group in 2010 were "widely reported" and already being investigated by law enforcement and the school....

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

APNewsBreak: Emmert sends email about Michigan St to board

NCAA President Mark Emmert says sexual assault cases involving Michigan State athletes referenced in a letter sent by an advocacy group in 2010 were "widely reported" and already being investigated by law enforcement and the school....

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

Brady practices without glove as Gronk returns to practice

FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) -- Two of the New England Patriots' most important players are getting healthier as they prepare to head to Minneapolis for Super Bowl week....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:13 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/1aH8tPa

Alabama slows Trae Young, stuns No. 12 Oklahoma 80-73

TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (AP) -- Alabama freshman Collin Sexton scored 18 points, Herbert Jones added 14 and the Crimson Tide upset No. 12 Oklahoma 80-73 on Saturday in the Big 12/SEC Challenge....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:33 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2Eh70Cy

Guy, Jerome help No. 2 Virginia beat No. 4 Duke 65-63

DURHAM, N.C. (AP) -- Kyle Guy scored 17 points and hit two free throws with 6.1 seconds left, and No. 2 Virginia beat No. 4 Duke 65-63 on Saturday....

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

The Latest: Team Penske has to stop with broken door

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) -- The Latest at the Rolex 24 at Daytona...

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

Isaiah Thomas says no 'bad blood' between him and Kevin Love

CLEVELAND (AP) -- Cavaliers guard Isaiah Thomas denied a rift with Kevin Love, insisting there is no "bad blood" between the teammates....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:59 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2AeVbt8

No. 1 UConn routs Tulane, opens season 20-0 for 11th time

STORRS, Conn. (AP) -- Geno Auriemma remembers when 20 wins was considered the benchmark for a great season at UConn....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:59 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2DK1Gut

NC State upsets No. 10 North Carolina 95-91 in OT

CHAPEL HILL, N.C. (AP) -- Allerik Freeman scored a career-high 29 points and hit seven of North Carolina State's 15 3-pointers to upset No. 10 North Carolina 95-91 in overtime on Saturday....

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

USA Gymnastics board of directors to resign under pressure

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- The remaining members of the USA Gymnastics board of directors will resign under pressure from the United States Olympic Committee after the USOC threatened to decertify the organization if it didn't take more strident steps toward change amid the fallout from the scandal surrounding former team doctor Larry Nassar....

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

Gronkowski at Patriots practice after concussion protocol

FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) -- Tight end Rob Gronkowski was back on the field Saturday, returning from concussion protocol as the New England Patriots prepare for the Super Bowl....

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

Machado to move from 3B to SS for Orioles, Showalter says

BALTIMORE (AP) -- Even if Manny Machado doesn't switch teams this season, he almost certainly will be changing his position in the infield....

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

The Latest: State probing school's role in Nassar complaints

EAST LANSING, Mich. (AP) -- The Latest on the fallout from the Larry Nassar sexual abuse scandal at Michigan State University (all times local):...

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

Super Bowl brings massive security resources to Minneapolis

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) -- Concrete barriers and chain-link fencing are going up around the site of the Super Bowl in downtown Minneapolis, where a contingent of local, state and national agencies is working to ensure that the game and dozens of related events are safe....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:33 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2DJ6XlV

Ronaldo nails 2 penalties as Real Madrid beats Valencia 4-1

BARCELONA, Spain (AP) -- Cristiano Ronaldo scored two penalties in the first half to lead Real Madrid past Valencia 4-1 on Saturday, intensifying their fight for third place in the Spanish league....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:22 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2gSq00R

Super Bowl brings massive security resources to Minneapolis

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) -- The downtown location of the Super Bowl presents formidable security challenges for Minneapolis....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:17 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2nfS5B3

Jury: Man guilty of manslaughter in death of ex-NFL player

GRETNA, La. (AP) -- The man who killed NFL running back Joe McKnight in a December 2016 road-rage confrontation was found guilty of manslaughter Friday by a jury in suburban New Orleans....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:12 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2Gm7Ezj

IOC confirms 169 Russian athletes invited to Winter Olympics

LAUSANNE, Switzerland (AP) -- The IOC says it has invited 169 Russian athletes to compete at the Pyeongchang Olympics....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:42 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2xS48w0

Iheanacho brace as Leicester thrashes Peterborough in FA Cup

LONDON (AP) -- Kelechi Iheanacho grabbed a first-half double as Premier League team Leicester beat third-tier Peterborough 5-1 Saturday in the FA Cup fourth round....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:49 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2ea4Uqs

Halep proud of her new mentality despite Aussie Open defeat

MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) -- Simona Halep saved three match points in her exhausting, nearly four-hour match against Lauren Davis in the third round and then another two match points in her gutsy, come-from-behind semifinal win over Angelique Kerber at the Australian Open....

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

Worley leads WCup giant slalom; Shiffrin 5th after 1st run

LENZERHEIDE, Switzerland (AP) -- Tessa Worley of France mastered a tough top section to lead the first run of a World Cup giant slalom Saturday, and Mikaela Shiffrin was fifth....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:33 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2gsCV5T

Federer, Cilic set to reprise Wimbledon final at Aussie Open

MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) -- Roger Federer and Marin Cilic found themselves on vacation in the Maldives at the same time back in November and tried to give each other space for a couple days, given it was at the tail-end of a long tennis season and both needed to decompress....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:40 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2joFMhi

J.R. Celski is calming influence amid chaos of short track

J.R. Celski wasn't supposed to make it to his first Olympics in 2010, let alone win medals. Now, the speedskater is headed to his third games as the Zen-like presence of the U.S. team in the calamitous sport of short track....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:30 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2nj3MqX

Bumpy road: Goepper overcomes depression for 2nd Olympic run

ASPEN, Colo. (AP) -- In the aftermath of his history-making triumph at the Sochi Olympics - the non-stop parties, the interview on Letterman, the random stops to be adored by strangers - Nick Goepper kept coming back to two questions....

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

Minnesota mood: Bummed about Vikings, but Super Bowl ready

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) -- Many of the feelings in Minnesota this week were a little colder and darker than the usual wintry conditions, even with Super Bowl 52 coming closer into view....

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

Cousins injures Achilles in Pelicans' victory over Rockets

NEW ORLEANS (AP) -- Anthony Davis scored 27 points, DeMarcus Cousins had 15 points, 13 rebounds and 11 assists before seriously injuring his left Achilles, and New Orleans survived a furious Houston rally for a 115-113 victory over the Rockets on Friday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:19 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/1IxkLYU

Davis, Cousins help Pelicans hold off Rockets

NEW ORLEANS (AP) -- Anthony Davis scored 27 points, Cousins had 15 points, 13 rebounds and 11 assists before seriously injuring his left Achilles, and New Orleans survived a furious Houston rally for a 115-113 victory over the Rockets on Friday night....

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

No. 6 Michigan St beats Wisconsin 76-61 on day AD retires

EAST LANSING, Mich. (AP) -- Miles Bridges looked comfortable, effortlessly making jump shots toward the end of a tumultuous day at Michigan State....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:31 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2DGQ0bJ

No. 6 Michigan St beats Wisconsin 76-61 on day AD retires

EAST LANSING, Mich. (AP) -- Miles Bridges scored 24 points and No. 6 Michigan State beat the Wisconsin Badgers 71-62 on Friday night, less than 12 hours after athletic director Mark Hollis announced his retirement amid the outcry over how the school handled allegations against Larry Nassar....

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

LeBron's triple-double, Smith's 23 lead Cavs past Pacers

CLEVELAND (AP) -- LeBron James recorded his 63rd career triple-double - overcoming 11 turnovers - and J.R. Smith scored 23 points as the Cleveland Cavaliers showed signs of ending their stunning slump with a 115-108 victory over the Indiana Pacers on Friday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:08 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2kMdfni

USA Gymnastics board of directors to resign under pressure

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- The remaining members of the USA Gymnastics board of directors will resign under pressure from the United States Olympic Committee after the USOC threatened to decertify the organization if it didn't take more strident steps toward change amid the fallout from the scandal surrounding former team doctor Larry Nassar....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:30 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2Bxp3B9

Howie Roseman's master plan has Eagles in Super Bowl

PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- Howie Roseman wrapped his arms around Doug Pederson on the sideline in the final minute of Philadelphia's lopsided win over Minnesota in the NFC championship game and flashed a big smile....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:27 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2FkhqR4

All the feels: Woods grinds it out to make cut at Farmers

SAN DIEGO (AP) -- These are the new realities for 42-year-old Tiger Woods. He had to grind out a round simply to be able to play on the weekend and is getting used to the "feels" of his surgically repaired back....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:26 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2DKnaHe

Judge: Not enough evidence to charge ex-US Olympian in PR

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) -- A judge in Puerto Rico has found there is not enough evidence to charge a former U.S. Olympic volleyball player from Louisiana in the 2016 death of her young daughter....

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

Union concerned after payroll cuts by Marlins, Pirates

NEW YORK (AP) -- Concerned after the Miami Marlins and Pittsburgh Pirates cut major league payroll, the baseball players' association has taken the first step toward trying to force changes in the clubs' behavior....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:11 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2GnRsxh

Union concerned after payroll cuts by Marlins, Pirates

NEW YORK (AP) -- Concerned after the Miami Marlins and Pittsburgh Pirates cut major league payroll, the baseball players' association has taken the first step toward trying to force changes in the clubs' behavior....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:02 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2EeQoLJ

Canada the power heading to Olympic figure skating events

The Maple Leaf could be on frequent display above the medals podium at the Pyeongchang Olympics....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:20 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2Ed7B8f

Cavs guard Dwyane Wade excused for "personal matter"

CLEVELAND (AP) -- Cavaliers guard Dwyane Wade will miss one game and possibly more time to attend to a personal matter....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:11 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2DJiD83

Patriots DC Patricia bringing the beard back to Super Bowl

FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) -- It may have been his last game in New England, and Matt Patricia wasn't ready for it to end....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:55 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2GkcQU6

World Series winner looking to cash in on Super Bowl bets

LAS VEGAS (AP) -- The same bettor who took this city's legal sports books for millions of dollars on the World Series is looking to cash in again at the Super Bowl....

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

American hope: Chen favored for Olympic figure skating gold

U.S. men's figure skating history at the Olympics is gilded with gold....

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

ESPN's Hill leaving her job at 'Sportscenter'

NEW YORK (AP) -- ESPN says outspoken "Sportscenter" anchor Jemele Hill is leaving that role to write for a company web site and do occasional on-air commentary....

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

Tiger Woods in danger of missing cut at Torrey Pines

SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Tiger Woods got off to a bad start in the second round of the Farmers Insurance Open at Torrey Pines and things got even worse, leaving him in danger of missing the cut....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:31 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2GlQrG6

NBA plan aims to lower heat, smooth player-ref relations

MIAMI (AP) -- Kevin Durant was steaming mad over officiating this week, then eventually apologized after realizing he could have better handled his frustrations....

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

Howie Roseman's master plan has Eagles in Super Bowl

PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- Howie Roseman wrapped his arms around Doug Pederson on the sideline in the final minute of Philadelphia's lopsided win over Minnesota in the NFC championship game and flashed a big smile....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:39 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2DGOM0a

LeBron won't reveal All-Star picks, jokes Westbrook last

INDEPENDENCE, Ohio (AP) -- LeBron James wouldn't reveal the order he drafted players for his All-Star team....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:49 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2ndO2W5

Michigan St athletic director steps down in Nassar fallout

EAST LANSING, Mich. (AP) -- Michigan State University's athletic director announced his retirement Friday, the second university official to step down this week amid sharp criticism of the school's handling of sexual abuse allegations against disgraced former sports doctor Larry Nassar....

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

Even in wins, Pats' margins in recent Super Bowls are thin

The New England Patriots are 5-2 in Super Bowls with Tom Brady....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:48 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2GhE8ut

A look at the fallout from sports doctor scandal

Numerous people have been fired or forced out of jobs in the wake of the widening scandal involving once-renowned gymnastics doctor Larry Nassar, who was ordered to serve decades in prison for molesting some of the sport's top athletes and others. The latest was Michigan State University athletic director Mark Hollis, who announced his retirement Friday. Nassar worked for both Michigan State and USA Gymnastics, the sport's national governing body....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:32 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2DBQVG5

AP Sources: Bills center Eric Wood intends to retire

BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) -- Two people with direct knowledge of the situation have confirmed to The Associated Press that Buffalo Bills veteran center Eric Wood is retiring because of a neck injury....

from AP Top Sports News at 12:01 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2Ecx9SU

The Latest: Michigan State AD Mark Hollis steps down

EAST LANSING, Mich. (AP) -- The Latest on the fallout from the Larry Nassar sexual abuse scandal at Michigan State University (all times local):...

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

AP source: Brewers, Lorenzo Cain agree to 5-year deal

MILWAUKEE (AP) -- Free-agent outfielder Lorenzo Cain and the Milwaukee Brewers have agreed to an $80 million, five-year deal, according to person familiar with the negotiations....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:20 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2DDe6Qy

Nyman crashes in downhill practice, escapes with a tweak

GARMISCH-PARTENKIRCHEN, Germany (AP) -- Steven Nyman crashed in downhill training on the Kandahar course for the second year in a row....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:50 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2naJBLK

AP source: Brewers, Lorenzo Cain agree to 5-year deal

MILWAUKEE (AP) -- The Milwaukee Brewers and free-agent outfielder Lorenzo Cain have agreed to a five-year, $80 million deal, according to person familiar with the negotiations....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:46 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2DCfG5g

AP source: Brewers, Lorenzo Cain agree to 5-year deal

MILWAUKEE (AP) -- A person familiar with the negotiations says the Milwaukee Brewers and free-agent outfielder Lorenzo Cain have agreed to a five-year, $80 million deal....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:34 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2ndhGe7

UConn men's basketball under NCAA investigation

STORRS, Conn. (AP) -- The University of Connecticut is the target of an NCAA investigation into its men's basketball program....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:43 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2rMQGXF

USC fires assistant Tony Bland in wake of hoops bribery case

LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Southern California has fired associate head coach Tony Bland in the wake of his arrest in the college basketball bribery and corruption case....

from AP Top Sports News at 8:39 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2rH4YZI

UConn confirms NCAA investigation of men's basketball

STORRS, Conn. (AP) -- The University of Connecticut confirms it is the target of an NCAA investigation into its men's basketball program....

from AP Top Sports News at 8:04 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2FgiVj9

Wozniacki, Halep both hoping 3rd time is lucky in final

MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) -- For both Caroline Wozniacki and Simona Halep, the Australian Open women's final on Saturday is a chance to put the demons of past Grand Slam near-misses behind them....

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

Babos-Mladenovic combine to win Australian women's doubles

MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) -- Timea Babos of Hungary and Kristina Mladenovic of France became the first players from their respective countries to lift the Australian Open women's doubles crown....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:52 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2DAGD9q

Column: Spring football could work, but XFL2 not the answer

Vince McMahon is resuscitating the XFL....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:21 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2ncdviA

Snowboarder known as 'I-Pod' set to defend Olympic gold

ASPEN, Colo. (AP) -- He's got the top trick. He's got the great nickname. He's even got the Olympic gold medal....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:47 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2DBhzz8

Idaho State's Sam Dowd beats the odds to become DI player

POCATELLO, Idaho (AP) -- Sam Dowd has what coaches call pop, a burst that allows him to jump a little higher, move a little quicker than the players around him....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:45 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2DOeeA1

Bowe's back, bruised but unbowed and bent for skating gold

HEERENVEEN, Netherlands (AP) -- Bump into a skating teammate on the ice, and besides some black and blue bruises, chances are it ends up being a bunch of laughs, too....

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

Unease mixes with excitement as Pyeongchang awaits the world

PYEONGCHANG, South Korea (AP) -- Just weeks before the Olympics, an unusual culture clash is taking place in Pyeongchang, and it's only partly about the anticipatory jitters in this remote, mountainous region before a swarm of foreigners arrives....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:14 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2Fi3VRO

Westbrook's season-high 46 lead Thunder past Wizards 121-112

OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) -- Thunder stars Paul George and Carmelo Anthony couldn't find their shooting rhythm, so Russell Westbrook went into attack mode and overwhelmed the Wizards....

from AP Top Sports News at 11:59 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2Gi0z2w

Westbrook's season-high 46 lead Thunder past Wizards 121-112

OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) -- Russell Westbrook scored a season-high 46 points, and the Oklahoma City Thunder beat the Washington Wizards 121-112 on Thursday night for their sixth straight victory....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:40 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2DInINO

Ovechkin scores 30th, helps Capitals snap 3-game skid

SUNRISE, Fla. (AP) -- Alex Ovechkin scored his 30th goal of the season and got his 500th career assist to help the Washington Capitals snap a three-game skid with a 4-2 win over the Florida Panthers on Thursday night....

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

Malkin, Crosby lead Penguins past Wild 6-3

PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Evgeni Malkin scored two power-play goals and Sidney Crosby had three assists to reach another career milestone as the Pittsburgh Penguins topped the Minnesota Wild 6-3 on Thursday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:00 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2ngUXNx

Woods brings back big crowds, big cheers with a 72

SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Tiger Woods brought big crowds back to golf, and he even produced a few big roars....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:57 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/1yIUHDU

Woods brings back big crowds, big cheers with a 72

SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Tiger Woods brought big crowds back to golf, and he even produced a few big roars....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:31 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2BuueBP

LeBron has Durant, reunites with Kyrie in NBA All-Star draft

NEW YORK (AP) -- LeBron James got Kevin Durant and reunited with Kyrie Irving in the NBA's first All-Star draft....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:31 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2nbqGAk

Gymnasts' parents say they'll 'never get rid of the guilt'

LANSING, Mich. (AP) -- Some parents thought they were misinterpreting the doctor's techniques. Others assumed their children were lying or mistaken....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:31 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2Bt1vh2

Marlins' Yelich traded to Brewers for 4 prospects

MIAMI (AP) -- Miami Marlins general manager Michael Hill was traveling Thursday to participate in a series of marathons when he swung the team's latest trade, sending center fielder Christian Yelich to the Milwaukee Brewers for four prospects....

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

The sex abuse scandal is far from over at Michigan State

LANSING, Mich. (AP) -- Sports doctor Larry Nassar is on his way to prison for the rest of his life for molesting scores of young female athletes, but the scandal is far from over at Michigan State University as victims, lawmakers and a judge demand to know why he wasn't stopped years ago....

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

Marlins' Yelich traded to Brewers for 4 prospects

MIAMI (AP) -- Miami Marlins center fielder Christian Yelich was traded Thursday to the Milwaukee Brewers for four prospects, including highly regarded outfielder Lewis Brinson....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:31 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2BtRcZZ

Marlins' Yelich traded to Brewers for 4 prospects

MIAMI (AP) -- Miami Marlins center fielder Christian Yelich has been traded to the Milwaukee Brewers for four prospects, including highly regarded outfielder Lewis Brinson....

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

Brooke Henderson leads LPGA opener in windy Bahamas

PARADISE ISLAND, Bahamas (AP) -- Brooke Henderson shot a bogey-free 5-under 68 in windy conditions Thursday to take the first-round lead in the season-opening Pure Silk-Bahamas LPGA Classic....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:24 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2ebMfe3

Senators call for investigation of USOC, USA Gymnastics

WASHINGTON (AP) -- Senators from both parties are calling for creation of a select committee to investigate the U.S. Olympic Committee and USA Gymnastics following the sentencing of a former sports doctor who admitted molesting female gymnasts for years under the guise of medical treatment....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:53 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2rEYMl0

Beating Patriots, Brady 2 years ago gives Eagles confidence

PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- The Eagles needed touchdowns on a blocked punt, interception return and punt return to beat the New England Patriots the last time the teams met in 2015....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:53 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2GgTXl5

The sex abuse scandal is far from over at Michigan State

LANSING, Mich. (AP) -- Sports doctor Larry Nassar is on his way to prison for the rest of his life for molesting scores of young female athletes, but the scandal is far from over at Michigan State University as victims, lawmakers and a judge demand to know why he wasn't stopped years ago....

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

Michigan State AD Mark Hollis may have tenuous hold on job

EAST LANSING, Mich. (AP) -- Mark Hollis has built a reputation as an innovative athletic director at Michigan State over the past decade....

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

Look what's back: WWE head McMahon resurrects XFL

STAMFORD, Conn. (AP) -- The XFL is no longer an ex-football league....

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

The sex abuse scandal is far from over at Michigan State

LANSING, Mich. (AP) -- Sports doctor Larry Nassar is on his way to prison for the rest of his life for molesting scores of young female athletes, but the scandal is far from over at Michigan State University as victims, lawmakers and a judge demand to know why he wasn't stopped years ago....

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

Harrison thriving in his new role with the Patriots

FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) -- James Harrison is headed back to the Super Bowl....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:35 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2E7mWHf

The Latest: Woods plodding through frustrating season debut

SAN DIEGO (AP) -- The Latest on Tiger Woods' opening round Thursday at the Farmers Insurance Open (all times local):...

from AP Top Sports News at 4:15 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2DPe4IQ

The Latest: Woods takes 6 holes to make first birdie

SAN DIEGO (AP) -- The Latest on Tiger Woods' opening round Thursday at the Farmers Insurance Open (all times local):...

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

Senators call for select panel to investigate USA Gymnastics

WASHINGTON (AP) -- Senators from both parties are calling for the creation of a select committee to investigate the U.S. Olympic Committee and USA Gymnastics following the sentencing of a former sports doctor who admitted molesting female gymnasts for years under the guise of medical treatment....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:35 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2rFAXcE

Hat's off to Vlad: Guerrero 1st to wear Angels cap into Hall

NEW YORK (AP) -- Vladimir Guerrero will become the first player to wear an Angels hat on his Hall of Fame plaque....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:30 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2naobOu

Hat's off to Vlad: Guerrero 1st to wear Angels cap into Hall

NEW YORK (AP) -- Vladimir Guerrero will become the first player to wear an Angels hat on his Hall of Fame plaque....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:19 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2DB2hds

The Latest: Woods 1-over after 3 holes at Farmers Insurance

SAN DIEGO (AP) -- The Latest on Tiger Woods' opening round Thursday at the Farmers Insurance Open (all times EST):...

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

Duerson Act would ban pre-teen tackle football in Illinois

CHICAGO (AP) -- Organized tackle football would be banned for Illinois children younger than 12 years old under a bill unveiled Thursday....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:34 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2rAi2zO

Legendary skiing filmmaker Warren Miller dies at age 93

SEATTLE (AP) -- Warren Miller, the legendary outdoor filmmaker who for decades made homages to downhill skiing that he narrated with his own humorous style, has died. He was 93....

from AP Top Sports News at 2:34 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2GiX7oa

A look at the fallout from sports doctor scandal

Numerous people have been fired or forced out of jobs in the wake of the scandal involving once-renowned gymnastics doctor Larry Nassar, who was sentenced Wednesday to decades in prison for molesting some of the sport's top athletes and others. The latest was Michigan State University President Lou Anna Simon, who resigned hours after Nassar's sentencing. She acknowledged being "the focus of this anger" but has denied any cover-up by the university, which employed Nassar...

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Serena Williams to return at Indian Wells tourney in March

INDIAN WELLS, Calif. (AP) -- Serena Williams is returning to tournament play for the first time since the birth of her first child in September....

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Duerson Act would ban pre-teen tackle football in Illinois

CHICAGO (AP) -- Organized tackle football would be banned for Illinois children younger than 12 years old under a bill to be unveiled on Thursday....

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Figure skating debate rages between artistry, amplitude

Patrick Chan remembers just about everything from his Olympic debut eight years ago in Vancouver, including the controversy that erupted when Evan Lysacek won the gold medal....

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Figure skating debate rages between artistry, amplitude

Patrick Chan remembers just about everything from his Olympic debut eight years ago in Vancouver, including the controversy that erupted when Evan Lysacek won the gold medal....

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How to dress in layers for winter, from a Minnesota expert

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) -- Dressing right for winter is a useful thing to know, whether you're a football fan attending a tailgate party in Super Bowl host city Minneapolis, or just looking to enjoy outdoor activities in any other cold-weather destination....

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Datsyuk, Kovalchuk lead Russian Olympic hockey team

MOSCOW (AP) -- Former NHL players Pavel Datsyuk and Ilya Kovalchuk will lead the hockey team of the "Olympic Athletes from Russia" at the Pyeongchang Games....

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Hyeon Chung's profile on rise with Aussie Open breakthrough

MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) -- Hyeon Chung wasn't on Twitter before he began his historic run at the Australian Open, becoming the first Korean player, male or female, to reach the semifinals of a Grand Slam....

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Hyeon Chung's profile on rise with Aussie Open breakthrough

MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) -- Hyeon Chung wasn't on Twitter before he began his historic run at the Australian Open, becoming the first Korean player, male or female, to reach the semifinals of a Grand Slam....

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Rivera, Halladay set to headline 2019 Hall of Fame ballot

These crowded Hall of Fame ceremonies are becoming the norm, and 2019 might be more of the same....

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Column: Baseball is all about numbers, so is Hall of Fame

The only WAR Joe DiMaggio knew about was the one raging overseas as he entered the prime of his career....

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Recovery: Wise family's golden moments go beyond Olympics

ASPEN, Colo. (AP) -- The surgeon told Christy Wise she would never fly a plane again....

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NBC's Al Michaels prepares for 10th Super Bowl broadcast

Al Michaels has a similar level of anticipation heading into his 10th Super Bowl broadcast as he had the first time he worked the biggest stage on television 30 years ago....

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Tiger makes another return to the PGA Tour

SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Tiger Woods has played only 23 events on the PGA Tour since his last victory....

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Chipper Jones follows his idol Mantle into the Hall of Fame

ATLANTA (AP) -- Chipper Jones always looked up to the Mick....

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Celtics down Clippers 113-102 to snap 4-game skid

LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Kyrie Irving scored 20 points, Jayson Tatum had 18 and the Boston Celtics defeated the Los Angeles Clippers 113-102 on Wednesday night to snap a season-high four-game losing streak....

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Celtics down Clippers 113-102 to snap 4-game skid

LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Kyrie Irving scored 20 points, Jayson Tatum had 18 and the Boston Celtics defeated the Los Angeles Clippers 113-102 on Wednesday night to snap a season-high four-game losing streak....

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All-Star Harden, Rockets top Mavs 104-97, question Paul snub

DALLAS (AP) -- James Harden is an All-Star for the sixth straight season. New Houston teammate Chris Paul will miss the February party for the second year in a row following nine consecutive appearances for the Western Conference....

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Michigan State president resigns in wake of Nassar scandal

EAST LANSING, Mich. (AP) -- Michigan State President Lou Anna Simon submitted her resignation Wednesday amid an outcry over the school's handling of allegations against Larry Nassar....

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Michigan State President Simon resigns in wake of scandal

EAST LANSING, Mich. (AP) -- Michigan State President Lou Anna Simon submitted her resignation Wednesday amid outcry over school's handling of allegations against Larry Nassar....

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Jones, Thome, Guerrero, Hoffman elected to baseball Hall

NEW YORK (AP) -- Over 600 home runs. More than 600 saves. A .300 career average....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:08 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2DIRUYl

Well, Hells Bells, Trevor Hoffman makes it to Cooperstown

SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Well, Hells Bells, look who made it into the Hall of Fame....

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Simmons' triple-double helps 76ers top Bulls 115-101

PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- Ben Simmons had 19 points, 17 rebounds and 14 assists for his fifth triple-double of the season to lead the Philadelphia 76ers to a 115-101 victory over the Chicago Bulls on Wednesday night....

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South Carolina makes 11 3s, upsets No. 20 Florida 77-72

GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) -- Wesley Myers scored a season-high 22 points, Chris Silva added a double-double and South Carolina upset No. 20 Florida 77-72 on Wednesday night....

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

Gymnastics doctor sentenced to 40 to 175 years in prison

LANSING, Mich. (AP) -- The former sports doctor who admitted molesting some of the nation's top gymnasts for years under the guise of medical treatment was sentenced Wednesday to 40 to 175 years in prison by a judge who proudly told him, "I just signed your death warrant."...

from AP Top Sports News at 9:18 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2A3cqi5

Tiger Woods confident his back will hold out this time

SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Tiger Woods is more confident than ever that his return to the PGA Tour will be different this time....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:18 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2DEGZ2L

NCAA inquiry at Michigan State reminds some of Penn State

Lack of institutional control. A failure to protect its athletes from harm. The so-called NCAA death penalty....

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NCAA inquiry at Michigan State reminds some of Penn State

Lack of institutional control. A failure to protect its athletes from harm. The so-called NCAA death penalty....

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

Bruins F Marchand suspended 5 games for elbowing Johansson

NEW YORK (AP) -- The NHL has suspended Boston forward Brad Marchand five games without pay Wednesday for elbowing New Jersey's Marcus Johansson in the head during the Bruins' win over the Devils the previous night....

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Amendola making playoffs his playground for Patriots

FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) -- Danny Amendola is Bill Belichick's kind of player....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:29 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2E5XqCc

NCAA inquiry at Michigan State reminds some of Penn State

Lack of institutional control. A failure to protect its athletes from harm. The so-called NCAA death penalty....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:39 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2DB9cUd

Green Bay Packers bring back Philbin to run offense

GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) -- A familiar face on offense and a fresh voice on defense headline the changes to Green Bay Packers coach Mike McCarthy's revamped staff in the wake of the team's first losing season since 2008....

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

Antetokounmpo says Kidd helped him grow into dominant player

MILWAUKEE (AP) -- Giannis Antetokounmpo grew from a reed-thin, inexperienced teenager into one of the NBA's dominant players under the tutelage of coach Jason Kidd, whom the Milwaukee Bucks fired earlier in the week with the team mired in mediocrity despite high expectations....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:27 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2Fe4OLo

Sam McGuffie: Once an NFL hopeful, now an Olympic bobsledder

Sam McGuffie has scored a touchdown at Notre Dame Stadium . His college football career started with him calling Michigan's Big House home. He played before crowds of more than 100,000 at Ohio State, Penn State and Texas....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:40 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2DzkJDk

Tiger Woods confident his back will hold out this time

SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Tiger Woods is more confident than ever that his return to the PGA Tour will be different this time....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:26 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2GgXks7

Jim Schwartz turned Eagles' defense into one of NFL's best

PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- Jim Schwartz inherited one of the NFL's worst defenses and turned them into one of the best in less than two years....

from AP Top Sports News at 4:32 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2n9dxYn

Jaguars' Ngakoue, Bills' Incognito clear air after remarks

LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (AP) -- Buffalo Bills guard Richie Incognito jogged off the practice field Wednesday, started signing autographs for kids and then declined all interview requests....

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US Olympic Committee announces investigation amid scandal

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (AP) -- Saying the Olympic family had utterly failed to protect its own, the chief executive officer of the U.S. Olympic Committee announced an independent investigation Wednesday intended to determine how the sexual abuse attributed to former USA Gymnastics sports doctor Larry Nassar could have gone on as long as it did....

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US Olympic Committee announces investigation amid scandal

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (AP) -- Saying the Olympic family had utterly failed to protect its own, the chief executive officer of the U.S. Olympic Committee announced an independent investigation Wednesday intended to determine how the sexual abuse attributed to former USA Gymnastics sports doctor Larry Nassar could have gone on as long as it did....

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Jaguars' Ngakoue, Bills' Incognito clear air after remarks

LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (AP) -- Jacksonville Jaguars defensive end Yannick Ngakoue says he and Buffalo Bills guard Richie Incognito have cleared the air after Ngakoue accused Incognito of using "weak racist slurs" during a playoff game earlier this month....

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NHL's newcomers taking turn atop league at All-Star break

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) -- Feel free to study the NHL standings when the league takes its annual break for All-Star Game weekend....

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AP source: Beckham plans to unveil Miami MLS team on Monday

MIAMI (AP) -- David Beckham's plan to bring Major League Soccer back to South Florida is on the cusp of becoming reality....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:54 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2Dt06bV

NFL, NFLPA determine Panthers followed concussion protocol

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) -- The Panthers will not be punished for their handling of Cam Newton's injury during a playoff loss to the New Orleans Saints on Jan. 7....

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AP source: Beckham plans to unveil Miami MLS team on Monday

MIAMI (AP) -- A person with knowledge of the situation tells The Associated Press that David Beckham's plan to bring a Major League Soccer team to Miami may finally become a reality....

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

Nordic skating on a 4.5-mile trail on a frozen Vermont lake

FAIRLEE, Vt. (AP) -- Ice skating on Vermont's Lake Morey is far more than circling around a makeshift rink. It's an expedition - a 4.5-mile one, around the frozen lake's perimeter....

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

Green Bay Packers bring back Philbin to run offense

GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) -- The Packers have rehired Joe Philbin as offensive coordinator, hoping he can bring another Super Bowl championship to Green Bay....

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Prolific attack masking Man City's flaws at the back

MANCHESTER, England (AP) -- Six months into the season, finally there might be a glimmer of hope for Manchester City's frazzled rivals....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:11 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2E4NaKl

Comcast hopes for a TV windfall from Super Bowl, Olympics

NEW YORK (AP) -- Comcast's NBC is airing both the Super Bowl and the Olympics in February, a double-whammy sports extravaganza that the company expects to yield $1.4 billion in ad sales, helping it justify the hefty price it's paying for both events....

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AP NBA writers pick All-Star rosters for LeBron, Steph

LeBron, Stephen, you have some big decisions to make....

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Comcast hopes for a TV windfall from Super Bowl, Olympics

NEW YORK (AP) -- Comcast's NBC is airing both the Super Bowl and the Olympics in February, a double-whammy sports extravaganza that the company expects to yield $1.4 billion in ad sales, helping it justify the hefty price it's paying for both events....

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AP NBA writers pick All-Star rosters for LeBron, Steph

LeBron, Stephen, you have some big decisions to make....

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During turbulent time in NBA, Warriors enjoy smooth sailing

Coaches get fired. Players get fired up....

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Kuzma gets 28, leads Lakers past rival Celtics 108-107

LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Kyle Kuzma scored 17 points in the fourth quarter, showing off a spectacular array of big shots and slick passes....

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Japanese snowboarder has tricks, height for Olympic gold

ASPEN, Colo. (AP) -- His first name, loosely translated into English, means "Walk the Dream ." No wonder, then, that back home in Japan, expectations soar nearly as high as snowboarder Ayumu Hirano's jumps above the halfpipe....

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Stephen Curry, Warriors use big second half to beat Knicks

OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) -- Kevin Durant mouthed off to official James Williams, got tossed late and might have cost himself another assist during a career night of dishing out the ball....

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

Kuzma gets 28, leads Lakers past rival Celtics 108-107

LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Kyle Kuzma scored 17 of his 28 points in a phenomenal fourth quarter, and the surging Los Angeles Lakers sent the Boston Celtics to their fourth consecutive loss, 108-107 Tuesday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 1:09 a.m. EST http://ift.tt/2Bog0CM

Stephen Curry, Warriors use big second half to beat Knicks

OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) -- Stephen Curry scored 17 of his 32 points in the third quarter to go with seven assists and six rebounds, and the Golden State Warriors used a big second half to beat the New York Knicks 123-112 on Tuesday night....

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NCAA looking into how Michigan State handled Nassar case

LANSING, Mich. (AP) -- The NCAA is examining how Michigan State University handled the case of sports doctor Larry Nassar, who faces prison time for sexually assaulting Olympic gymnasts and other young female athletes....

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Young's 26 help No. 12 Oklahoma top No. 5 Kansas 85-80

NORMAN, Okla. (AP) -- Trae Young vowed to make changes after his spectacular, yet inefficient game against Oklahoma State....

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LeBron gets 30,000, but Spurs beat slumping Cavs 114-102

SAN ANTONIO (AP) -- LeBron James became the youngest player ever with 30,000 career points, but LaMarcus Aldridge scored 30 points to lift the San Antonio Spurs over the slumping Cleveland Cavaliers 114-102 on Tuesday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:50 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2nb9CY8

Canadiens win 4-2, stop Avalanche streak at 10 games

MONTREAL (AP) -- Jonathan Drouin had a goal and two assists, and the Montreal Canadiens ended Colorado's 10-game winning streak Tuesday night with a 4-2 victory over the Avalanche....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:40 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2hhc1iA

Marchand has goal, assist for Bruins in 3-2 win over Devils

BOSTON (AP) -- Brad Marchand had a goal and an assist, and the Boston Bruins continued surging toward the All-Star break with a 3-2 victory over the New Jersey Devils on Tuesday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:29 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2Bo7Qdp

Mischa Zverev fined $36,000 for retirement at Aussie Open

MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) -- Mischa Zverev was fined $36,000 at the Australian Open on Tuesday for a poor performance in his first-round match against Hyeon Chung, the largest penalty ever assessed to an individual during a Grand Slam tournament for an on-site transgression....

from AP Top Sports News at 10:06 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2F71ykI

Young's 26 help No. 12 Oklahoma top No. 5 Kansas 85-80

NORMAN, Okla. (AP) -- Trae Young had 26 points and nine assists, and No. 12 Oklahoma rallied to beat No. 5 Kansas 85-80 on Tuesday night....

from AP Top Sports News at 9:28 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2n2nlCK

LeBron James becomes seventh to reach 30,000 career points

SAN ANTONIO (AP) -- LeBron James has joined the NBA's 30,000-point club....

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Manfred, Clark meet over pitch clocks, mound visit limits

NEW YORK (AP) -- Baseball Commissioner Rob Manfred and players' association head Tony Clark met Tuesday, five days after the union rejected Major League Baseball's proposal to institute pitch clocks and limits on mound visits....

from AP Top Sports News at 8:15 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2n4PEkW

Warriors, Wolves, Wizards each get 2 NBA All-Star reserves

NEW YORK (AP) -- Stephen Curry will be able to stock his All-Star roster with plenty of Golden State teammates....

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Warriors, Wolves, Wizards each get 2 NBA All-Star reserves

NEW YORK (AP) -- Stephen Curry will be able to stock his All-Star roster with plenty of Golden State teammates....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:34 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2DAd4sB

Martinez rockets up Hall of Fame ballot as DHs gain respect

NEW YORK (AP) -- Edgar Martinez is rocketing up the Hall of Fame ballot, boosted 13 years after his final swing by new-age statistical analyses and campaigning....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:05 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2Dw0Vkm

Manfred, Clark meet over pitch clocks, mound visit limits

NEW YORK (AP) -- Baseball Commissioner Rob Manfred and players' association head Tony Clark met Tuesday, five days after the union rejected Major League Baseball's proposal to institute pitch clocks and limits on mound visits....

from AP Top Sports News at 7:05 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2FS9KX7

F1's Fernando Alonso bumps into Johnson in NASCAR country

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) -- Jimmie Johnson strolled into the Charlotte Convention Center and did a double-take when he saw Fernando Alonso hanging out in a hallway....

from AP Top Sports News at 6:21 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2n6duwo

Flowers' consistency key to Patriots' improvement on defense

FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) -- Like most of the Patriots players, Trey Flowers generally stays under the radar....

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Column: Bonds, Clemens deserve to be in Cooperstown

Barry Bonds and Roger Clemens will probably have to wait a little longer to get their plaques in the Baseball Hall of Fame....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:46 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2DtE5de

Martinez rockets up Hall of Fame ballot as DHs gain respect

NEW YORK (AP) -- Edgar Martinez is rocketing up the Hall of Fame ballot, boosted 13 years after his final swing by new-age statistical analyses and campaigning....

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

Victims' comments in former sports doctor's sentencing

Almost 160 women and girls are coming forward in a Michigan courtroom to confront Larry Nassar, the former spots doctor who molested them under the guise of medical treatment....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:31 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2n4Ynm4

NHL wants Seattle, but is the Emerald City a hockeytown?

KENT, Wash. (AP) -- They showed up on a Tuesday night in early January to enjoy the 2-for-1 beers and hot dogs, the free parking, the $15 tickets a few rows off the ice and the chance to chant "Portland sucks," for three hours....

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

NFL rejects veterans group's ad for Super Bowl program

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) -- The NFL has denied advertising space in the Super Bowl program for a veterans group that declined to alter language about standing for the national anthem....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:21 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2DF4W9k

Wilpon defends payroll as Mets announce medical changes

NEW YORK (AP) -- Mets chief operating officer Jeff Wilpon defended the team's offseason spending, saying more moves are likely before opening day and during the season....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:21 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2F8mibT

NFL rejects veterans group's ad for Super Bowl program

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) -- The NFL has denied advertising space in the Super Bowl program for a veterans group that declined to alter language about standing for the national anthem....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:13 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2E4jJIv

Victims' comments in former sports doctor's sentencing

Almost 160 women and girls are coming forward in a Michigan courtroom to confront Larry Nassar, the former spots doctor who molested them under the guise of medical treatment....

from AP Top Sports News at 5:13 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2E1Rnyr

The Latest: Michigan sports doc to be sentenced Wednesday

LANSING, Mich. (AP) -- The Latest on the sentencing of Michigan sports doctor Larry Nassar (all times local):...

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A-Rod again replaces Boone, joins ESPN Sunday Night Baseball

BRISTOL, Conn. (AP) -- Alex Rodriguez is taking over for Aaron Boone again, this time moving into the ESPN booth for Sunday Night Baseball....

from AP Top Sports News at 3:58 p.m. EST http://ift.tt/2n7VodB