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Scherzer turns back the clock and Blue Jays beat Mariners 8-2 in Game 4 to even ALCS
Read full article: Scherzer turns back the clock and Blue Jays beat Mariners 8-2 in Game 4 to even ALCSMax Scherzer turned back the clock with a vintage pitching performance and Andrés Giménez homered and drove in four runs as the Toronto Blue Jays beat the Seattle Mariners 8-2 to even the American League Championship Series at two games apiece.
Flacco rallies Bengals past Rodgers and Steelers 33-31 in battle of 40-year-old QBs
Read full article: Flacco rallies Bengals past Rodgers and Steelers 33-31 in battle of 40-year-old QBsJoe Flacco passes for 342 yards and three touchdowns, leading the Cincinnati Bengals to a 33-31 victory over the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Dodgers near repeat World Series trip, beat Brewers 3-1 behind Glasnow, Edman for 3-0 NLCS lead
Read full article: Dodgers near repeat World Series trip, beat Brewers 3-1 behind Glasnow, Edman for 3-0 NLCS leadTommy Edman hit a tiebreaking single off hard-throwing rookie Jacob Misiorowski in a two-run sixth inning, and the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Milwaukee Brewers 3-1 to take a 3-0 lead in their NL Championship Series.
AP Source: Government shutdown may move UConn-Louisville opener from Ramstein Air Base to US
Read full article: AP Source: Government shutdown may move UConn-Louisville opener from Ramstein Air Base to USNo. 1 UConn’s season opener against No. 20 Louisville that is supposed to be played at Ramstein Air Base in Germany on Nov. 4 is in jeopardy of being moved because of the government shutdown.
Indiana announces new 8-year contract with coach Curt Cignetti worth nearly $93 million
Read full article: Indiana announces new 8-year contract with coach Curt Cignetti worth nearly $93 millionIndiana has announced a new eight-year contract with coach Curt Cignetti worth at least $92.8 million.
Spurs forward Jeremy Sochan to miss season opener against Mavericks with sprained left wrist
Read full article: Spurs forward Jeremy Sochan to miss season opener against Mavericks with sprained left wristSpurs forward Jeremy Sochan will miss San Antonio’s season opener at Dallas on Wednesday with a sprained left wrist.
How did Grant Hill ask Erik Spoelstra to be the Olympic coach? Turns out, he didn't have to
Read full article: How did Grant Hill ask Erik Spoelstra to be the Olympic coach? Turns out, he didn't have toUSA Basketball has explained the process of hiring Erik Spoelstra as the next Olympic coach.
Canadians set aside contempt for tariffs and Trump rhetoric for the love of the Toronto Blue Jays
Read full article: Canadians set aside contempt for tariffs and Trump rhetoric for the love of the Toronto Blue JaysMany Canadians have been boycotting the U.S. since the Trump administration started threating Canada’s economy and sovereignty with tariffs and heated political rhetoric.
Former WWE boss Vince McMahon allowed to enter pretrial program in reckless driving case
Read full article: Former WWE boss Vince McMahon allowed to enter pretrial program in reckless driving caseFormer WWE CEO Vince McMahon has been allowed to enter a pretrial program to resolve a reckless driving charge stemming from a crash this summer in Connecticut.
Carter Hart agrees to join the Golden Knights after being acquitted of sexual assault
Read full article: Carter Hart agrees to join the Golden Knights after being acquitted of sexual assaultGoaltender Carter Hart has agreed to sign with the Vegas Golden Knights, becoming the first of the five 2018 Canada world junior hockey players to land an NHL contract since they were acquitted of sexual assault in a high-profile case.
UK leader Starmer decries decision to ban Israeli soccer team's fans from game at Aston Villa
Read full article: UK leader Starmer decries decision to ban Israeli soccer team's fans from game at Aston VillaUK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has criticized a decision to prevent Maccabi Tel Aviv soccer fans from attending a Europa League game at Aston Villa next month because of security concerns.
Yankees' Judge doesn't need surgery, but Volpe and Rodón had operations and could be out until May
Read full article: Yankees' Judge doesn't need surgery, but Volpe and Rodón had operations and could be out until MayYankees star Aaron Judge won’t need surgery on his elbow but shortstop Anthony Volpe and left-hander Carlos Rodón had operations this week and could be sidelined until May.
Trinity Rodman exits Washington Spirit game with a leg injury
Read full article: Trinity Rodman exits Washington Spirit game with a leg injuryHours after Trinity Rodman was called up to the U.S. national soccer team, the Washington Spirit forward exited a CONCACAF W Champions Cup game with an apparent leg injury.
Kanchha Sherpa, last surviving member of pioneering Mount Everest expedition, dies at 92
Read full article: Kanchha Sherpa, last surviving member of pioneering Mount Everest expedition, dies at 92Kanchha Sherpa, the last surviving member of the first Mount Everest expedition team, has died at 92.
The greatest women's college basketball players: Who made the list?
Read full article: The greatest women's college basketball players: Who made the list?Cheryl Miller, Diana Taurasi and Candace Parker are among a select group named the best to ever play the game during the 50 years of the women's basketball poll.
Suspension of Lions safety Brian Branch for postgame fight vs. Chiefs is upheld on appeal
Read full article: Suspension of Lions safety Brian Branch for postgame fight vs. Chiefs is upheld on appealThe one-game suspension of Detroit Lions safety Brian Branch was upheld on Wednesday by a hearing officer appointed by the NFL and the NFL Players’ Association.
Guerrero, Springer sparks Blue Jays, who hit 5 HRs and cut Mariners' ALCS lead to 2-1 with 13-4 rout
Read full article: Guerrero, Springer sparks Blue Jays, who hit 5 HRs and cut Mariners' ALCS lead to 2-1 with 13-4 routVladimir Guerrero Jr. and George Springer woke up Toronto’s offense as the Blue Jays hit five home runs to rebound from an early deficit, routing the Seattle Mariners 13-4 and closing to 2-1 in the AL Championship Series.
Dodgers' starters dominate Brewers. Glasnow, Ohtani will try to continue the trend in NLCS
Read full article: Dodgers' starters dominate Brewers. Glasnow, Ohtani will try to continue the trend in NLCSDave Roberts has found a way to navigate the Los Angeles Dodgers' bullpen struggles by leaning heavily on starting pitching.
Ex-Angels official says employee convicted of pitcher's fatal overdose struggled with mental health
Read full article: Ex-Angels official says employee convicted of pitcher's fatal overdose struggled with mental healthA former Los Angeles Angels official has testified that an employee convicted of providing drugs leading to the death of one of the team’s star pitchers had been taking prescription medication to deal with depression and bipolar disorder.
March Madness in October? Top programs using exhibitions to cash in and check team chemistry
Read full article: March Madness in October? Top programs using exhibitions to cash in and check team chemistryThe last weekend of October now looks like the second week of March Madness even though the games don't count.
Tua Tagovailoa apologizes for postgame comments calling out teammates
Read full article: Tua Tagovailoa apologizes for postgame comments calling out teammatesDolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa apologized for comments he made following Sunday’s loss to the Los Angeles Chargers in which he revealed some teammates were showing up late to player-led meetings.
Alabama's Ty Simpson edges out Indiana's Fernando Mendoza for AP midseason All-America first-team QB
Read full article: Alabama's Ty Simpson edges out Indiana's Fernando Mendoza for AP midseason All-America first-team QBAlabama's Ty Simpson edged out Indiana's Fernando Mendoza for first-team quarterback on The Associated Press midseason All-America team.
Big 12 fines Kansas $25,000 for Lance Leipold’s statement that a knife was thrown at Texas Tech game
Read full article: Big 12 fines Kansas $25,000 for Lance Leipold’s statement that a knife was thrown at Texas Tech gameThe Big 12 fined Kansas $25,000 for coach Lance Leipold’s statement that a pocketknife was thrown at his staff during the Jayhawks’ game at Texas Tech last weekend.
Jaguars coach Liam Coen downplays any jet lag edge over Rams, who arrive Saturday in London
Read full article: Jaguars coach Liam Coen downplays any jet lag edge over Rams, who arrive Saturday in LondonJet lag researchers might want to keep an eye on Sunday’s game in London between the Jacksonville Jaguars and Los Angeles Rams at Wembley Stadium.
LeBron James, Chris Paul and Kyle Lowry enter season as the NBA's largest 20-year club
Read full article: LeBron James, Chris Paul and Kyle Lowry enter season as the NBA's largest 20-year clubLeBron James, Chris Paul, and Kyle Lowry are making history as they enter their 20th NBA seasons or more.
NHL players may have to compete on untested ice due to construction delays for Olympics in Milan
Read full article: NHL players may have to compete on untested ice due to construction delays for Olympics in MilanConstruction on the main hockey arena for the Milan-Cortina Games is going down to the wire with NHL players preparing to return to the Olympics for the first time in more than a decade.
Donnie Wahlberg steps into the bitter New York-Boston divide with new series, 'Boston Blue'
Read full article: Donnie Wahlberg steps into the bitter New York-Boston divide with new series, 'Boston Blue'Donnie Wahlberg is finally filming a TV series in his hometown of Boston, but he's playing a New Yorker.
Slumping Brewers must improve their approach at the plate to have any hope of coming back in NLCS
Read full article: Slumping Brewers must improve their approach at the plate to have any hope of coming back in NLCSThe Milwaukee Brewers are making the types of mistakes at the plate that they avoided while producing the best regular-season record in the major leagues.
Carrier, Robinson score late in 2nd period and Hurricanes beat Sharks 5-1 to improve to 3-0
Read full article: Carrier, Robinson score late in 2nd period and Hurricanes beat Sharks 5-1 to improve to 3-0William Carrier and Eric Robinson scored 4 1/2 minutes apart late in the second period, and the Carolina Hurricanes beat the San Jose Sharks 5-1.
Yamamoto throws 3-hitter as Dodgers beat Brewers 5-1 for 2-0 lead in NLCS
Read full article: Yamamoto throws 3-hitter as Dodgers beat Brewers 5-1 for 2-0 lead in NLCSYoshinobu Yamamoto pitched a three-hitter for the first postseason complete game in eight years as the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Milwaukee Brewers 5-1 to extend their lead in the National League Championship Series.
Max Muncy sets Dodgers record by hitting his 14th career postseason homer
Read full article: Max Muncy sets Dodgers record by hitting his 14th career postseason homerLos Angeles Dodgers slugger Max Muncy set a franchise record by hitting his 14th career postseason homer in Game 2 of the National League Championship Series against the Milwaukee Brewers.
Chychrun scores in OT to lift Capitals to 3-2 victory over Lightning for third straight win
Read full article: Chychrun scores in OT to lift Capitals to 3-2 victory over Lightning for third straight winJakob Chychrun scored 1:19 into overtime and the Washington Capitals beat the Tampa Bay Lightning 3-2 for their third straight win.
Mariners find themselves in ALCS driver’s seat against Blue Jays, eyeing first World Series berth
Read full article: Mariners find themselves in ALCS driver’s seat against Blue Jays, eyeing first World Series berthAfter winning twice on the road, the Seattle Mariners hold a 2-0 lead over the Toronto Blue Jays in the best-of-seven American League Championship Series.
Arkansas coach John Calipari vows to retire before adopting transactional approach
Read full article: Arkansas coach John Calipari vows to retire before adopting transactional approachArkansas coach John Calipari is speaking out against the current name, image and likeness era in college sports, saying he refuses to become a "transactional" coach.
Dodgers' Teoscar Hernández says 'nobody to blame but myself' for his role in weird NLCS double play
Read full article: Dodgers' Teoscar Hernández says 'nobody to blame but myself' for his role in weird NLCS double playLos Angeles Dodgers outfielder Teoscar Hernández says he watched a replay of that bizarre double play in Game 1 of the National League Championship Series only one time as the clip went viral across social media.
England reaches 2026 World Cup by routing Latvia. Ronaldo and Portugal miss chance to clinch a spot
Read full article: England reaches 2026 World Cup by routing Latvia. Ronaldo and Portugal miss chance to clinch a spotEngland has become the first country from Europe to qualify for the 2026 World Cup but Cristiano Ronaldo and Portugal will have to wait after conceding a stoppage-time equalizer against Hungary.
Trump threatens to yank World Cup games from Boston though it's up to FIFA to choose sites
Read full article: Trump threatens to yank World Cup games from Boston though it's up to FIFA to choose sitesPresident Donald Trump is threatening to relocate World Cup matches set to be played next year in suburban Boston.
Miami's Erik Spoelstra says coaching 2028 Olympic basketball team will be 'honor of a lifetime'
Read full article: Miami's Erik Spoelstra says coaching 2028 Olympic basketball team will be 'honor of a lifetime'USA Basketball has announced Erik Spoelstra as the new coach for the men's team for the 2027 World Cup in Qatar and the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles.
Mallorca owner Andy Kohlberg says FIFA's World Cup ticket prices risk damage to the sport's image
Read full article: Mallorca owner Andy Kohlberg says FIFA's World Cup ticket prices risk damage to the sport's imageAndy Kohlberg, the owner of Spanish soccer club Mallorca, warns that FIFA's ticket pricing for the next World Cup could harm the sport's image.
UConn tops women's preseason AP Top 25 ahead of South Carolina, UCLA; SEC has 5 teams in top 10
Read full article: UConn tops women's preseason AP Top 25 ahead of South Carolina, UCLA; SEC has 5 teams in top 10UConn is the No. 1 team in the country in The Associated Press Top 25 preseason women's basketball poll.
LA Angels should be held responsible for pitcher Skaggs' overdose death, lawyer says
Read full article: LA Angels should be held responsible for pitcher Skaggs' overdose death, lawyer saysA lawyer for the family of Tyler Skaggs says the Los Angeles Angels should be held responsible for the drug overdose death of the star pitcher.
Snipers on stadium roof amid heavy security for Italy's win over Israel in World Cup qualifying
Read full article: Snipers on stadium roof amid heavy security for Italy's win over Israel in World Cup qualifyingThe World Cup qualifier between Italy and Israel has taken place amid a heavy police presence that included snipers on the stadium roof.
CAS rejects Israel's effort to participate in artistic gymnastics worlds
Read full article: CAS rejects Israel's effort to participate in artistic gymnastics worldsThe Court of Arbitration for Sport has rejected two requests from the Israel Gymnastics Federation regarding Indonesia's decision to block Israeli athletes from the world artistic championships in Jakarta.
No Hail Mary magic this time and Moody's last-play kick lifts the Bears past the Commanders 25-24
Read full article: No Hail Mary magic this time and Moody's last-play kick lifts the Bears past the Commanders 25-24It wasn’t quite the same drama as the Hail Mary that decided these teams’ game a year ago, but Caleb Williams and the Bears did get the better of Jayden Daniels and the Commanders on a final-play score this time.
Snell spectacular and Dodgers barely hold on in 9th to beat Brewers 2-1 in NLCS opener
Read full article: Snell spectacular and Dodgers barely hold on in 9th to beat Brewers 2-1 in NLCS openerBlake Snell allowed one baserunner in eight shutout innings before Los Angeles' bullpen barely held on as the Dodgers opened the National League Championship Series with a 2-1 victory over the Milwaukee Brewers.
Sean Couturier's 4-point night lifts Flyers over Panthers in emotional home opener
Read full article: Sean Couturier's 4-point night lifts Flyers over Panthers in emotional home openerSean Couturier has returned to form, scoring two goals and two assists in the Philadelphia Flyers' 5-2 victory over the Florida Panthers.
Falcons ride Robinson's 170 rushing yards, including 81-yard TD, to 24-14 win over Allen and Bills
Read full article: Falcons ride Robinson's 170 rushing yards, including 81-yard TD, to 24-14 win over Allen and BillsBijan Robinson matched a career high with 170 rushing yards and the Atlanta Falcons denied Josh Allen’s comeback attempt to beat the Buffalo Bills 24-14.
Brewers turn potential grand slam by Dodgers slugger Max Muncy into wild double play in NLCS
Read full article: Brewers turn potential grand slam by Dodgers slugger Max Muncy into wild double play in NLCSMax Muncy came within inches of hitting a grand slam for the Los Angeles Dodgers to open the scoring in the National League Championship Series.
Dallas Stars go into home opener under Glen Gulutzan still looking to compete more after 2-0 start
Read full article: Dallas Stars go into home opener under Glen Gulutzan still looking to compete more after 2-0 startStars coach Glen Gulutzan has repeatedly said he wants the team to compete more in every aspect.
Lions safety Brian Branch gets 1-game suspension for punching Chiefs' JuJu Smith-Schuster
Read full article: Lions safety Brian Branch gets 1-game suspension for punching Chiefs' JuJu Smith-SchusterThe NFL has suspended Detroit Lions safety Brian Branch for one game without pay for unsportsmanlike conduct following a loss at Kansas City.
After big win, Texas QB Arch Manning shrugs off critics with a smile and notes freedom of speech
Read full article: After big win, Texas QB Arch Manning shrugs off critics with a smile and notes freedom of speechTexas quarterback Arch Manning was all smiles after the biggest victory of his career and said he's not bothered by the criticism leveled at him over the first half of the season.
Jonathan Toews reaches another milestone in his NHL comeback by recording 1st point since 2023
Read full article: Jonathan Toews reaches another milestone in his NHL comeback by recording 1st point since 2023Jonathan Toews has reached another milestone in his NHL comeback, recording his first point in nearly two and a half years.
Titans make Brian Callahan NFL's 1st coach fired this year after 4-19 record and 1-5 start
Read full article: Titans make Brian Callahan NFL's 1st coach fired this year after 4-19 record and 1-5 startThe Tennessee Titans have fired coach Brian Callahan after a 1-5 start to his second season.
Matt Rhule says he loves his job at Nebraska but doesn't tamp down buzz about Penn State opening
Read full article: Matt Rhule says he loves his job at Nebraska but doesn't tamp down buzz about Penn State openingMatt Rhule professed his love for living and working in Nebraska and trying to return the Cornhuskers to the upper echelon of college football.
The latest idea to save the NBA All-Star Game: US vs. the World. And there's no shortage of intrigue
Read full article: The latest idea to save the NBA All-Star Game: US vs. the World. And there's no shortage of intrigueThe NBA is planning to revamp the All-Star Game format, pitting U.S. players against international stars in a tournament setting.
Bill Belichick says he never sought an early departure from the North Carolina job
Read full article: Bill Belichick says he never sought an early departure from the North Carolina jobBill Belichick has denied reports that he's been seeking an exit strategy from his North Carolina coaching role.
Brewers include Myers rather than Mears on NLCS roster; Dodgers add Casparius to their bullpen
Read full article: Brewers include Myers rather than Mears on NLCS roster; Dodgers add Casparius to their bullpenMilwaukee right-hander Nick Mears was left off the Brewers’ roster for their NL Championship Series matchup with the Los Angeles Dodgers after making 63 relief appearances during the regular season.
Italy-Israel qualifier expected to attract less people than nearby pro-Palestinian march
Read full article: Italy-Israel qualifier expected to attract less people than nearby pro-Palestinian marchIsrael’s World Cup qualifying match against Italy is set to take place amid heightened security despite a recent ceasefire in Gaza.
Boiler up! Purdue tops preseason AP Top 25 for first time, ahead of Houston, reigning champ Florida
Read full article: Boiler up! Purdue tops preseason AP Top 25 for first time, ahead of Houston, reigning champ FloridaPurdue is No. 1 in the preseason Associated Press men’s college basketball poll for the first time.
Cape Verde qualifies for the World Cup for the first time after beating Eswatini
Read full article: Cape Verde qualifies for the World Cup for the first time after beating EswatiniCape Verde will play in the World Cup for the first time after beating Eswatini 3-0 to win its group in African qualifying for the 2026 World Cup.
Mahomes leads the Chiefs to a 30-17 victory over Lions, and a fistfight erupts at the finish
Read full article: Mahomes leads the Chiefs to a 30-17 victory over Lions, and a fistfight erupts at the finishPatrick Mahomes threw for 257 yards and three touchdowns and led the Kansas City Chiefs to a 30-17 victory over the ailing Detroit Lions.
Raleigh homers, Polanco drives in 2 runs and Mariners beat Blue Jays 3-1 in ALCS opener
Read full article: Raleigh homers, Polanco drives in 2 runs and Mariners beat Blue Jays 3-1 in ALCS openerCal Raleigh homered, Jorge Polanco drove in the go-ahead run with a sixth-inning single and the Seattle Mariners beat the Toronto Blue Jays 3-1 as they returned to the AL Championship Series for the first time in 24 years.
Murphy embracing Brewers' underdog status before NLCS matchup with Dodgers
Read full article: Murphy embracing Brewers' underdog status before NLCS matchup with DodgersPat Murphy and his Milwaukee Brewers adopted an underdog mentality even as they produced the best regular-season record in baseball this year.
Denny Hamlin charges to emotional 60th Cup win at Las Vegas, secures spot in NASCAR finale
Read full article: Denny Hamlin charges to emotional 60th Cup win at Las Vegas, secures spot in NASCAR finaleDenny Hamlin became the first driver to lock up a spot in NASCAR’s championship-deciding finale, winning Sunday at Las Vegas Motor Speedway for his career-goal 60th Cup Series triumph.
49ers All-Pro linebacker Fred Warner out for season following gruesome ankle injury
Read full article: 49ers All-Pro linebacker Fred Warner out for season following gruesome ankle injuryFour-time All-Pro linebacker Fred Warner will need season-ending surgery after he was sidelined by a severe ankle injury during San Francisco's loss to Tampa Bay.
Stunning victory for Faroe Islands keeps World Cup hopes alive; Netherlands, Scotland, Croatia win
Read full article: Stunning victory for Faroe Islands keeps World Cup hopes alive; Netherlands, Scotland, Croatia winTiny Faroe Islands took a big step toward its first World Cup with a stunning 2-1 win against the Czech Republic.
No. 3 Indiana has its highest ranking ever in AP Top 25, Texas, USC back in the rankings
Read full article: No. 3 Indiana has its highest ranking ever in AP Top 25, Texas, USC back in the rankingsIndiana has climbed to No. 3 in The Associated Press college football poll, marking its highest ranking ever.
Ex-NFL QB Mark Sanchez released from custody a week after parking fight arrest and stabbing
Read full article: Ex-NFL QB Mark Sanchez released from custody a week after parking fight arrest and stabbingFormer NFL quarterback and sports analyst Mark Sanchez has been released from custody, about a week after police said he was stabbed during a fight with a truck driver in Indiana.