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Patriots unveil statue of Tom Brady, QB who led them to 6 Super Bowl wins, before exhibition opener
Read full article: Patriots unveil statue of Tom Brady, QB who led them to 6 Super Bowl wins, before exhibition openerTom Brady's statue, weighing six tons and standing 17 feet tall, has been unveiled outside the New England Patriots' stadium.
Indiana Fever to face Chicago Sky without Caitlin Clark, 2 other key injured players
Read full article: Indiana Fever to face Chicago Sky without Caitlin Clark, 2 other key injured playersThe Indiana Fever will face the rival Chicago Sky on Saturday without Caitlin Clark and two other key players who suffered season-ending injuries in Thursday’s loss at Phoenix.
Panthers' Tkachuk says he's undecided on whether to have surgery to address last season's injuries
Read full article: Panthers' Tkachuk says he's undecided on whether to have surgery to address last season's injuriesFlorida Panthers forward Matthew Tkachuk said he is still undecided whether to get surgery this offseason to address the significant injuries he suffered in the the 4 Nations Face-Off earlier this year.
Pro golfer Lucky Cruz continues to inspire on and off the course
Read full article: Pro golfer Lucky Cruz continues to inspire on and off the courseHe's only 17, but already one of the youngest professional golfers in the United States. We're catching up with Lucky Cruz, the Magonlia teen making history and proving age is just a number when it comes to chasing your dreams.
Browns rookie Shedeur Sanders throws 2 TD passes in first half of NFL preseason debut vs Panthers
Read full article: Browns rookie Shedeur Sanders throws 2 TD passes in first half of NFL preseason debut vs PanthersCleveland Browns rookie quarterback Shedeur Sanders impressed in his NFL preseason debut against the Carolina Panthers.
Boston Celtics sign coach Joe Mazzulla to a multi-year contract extension
Read full article: Boston Celtics sign coach Joe Mazzulla to a multi-year contract extensionBoston Celtics president Brad Stevens has said throughout the offseason that that team wanted Joe Mazzulla to be its coach for a long time.
Packers star Billy Howton, believed to have been the oldest living NFL player, dies at 95
Read full article: Packers star Billy Howton, believed to have been the oldest living NFL player, dies at 95Billy Howton, a former Green Bay Packers star regarded as one of the most productive wide receivers of the pre-Super Bowl era who was a founder and the first president of the NFL Players Association, has died.
Lamar Little League team heads to Williamsport for Little League World Series
Read full article: Lamar Little League team heads to Williamsport for Little League World SeriesThe Lamar Little League team is heading to Williamsport, Pennsylvania, to compete in the Little League World Series after winning the Southwest Regional in Waco.
Raiders tie Seahawks 23-23 in Pete Carroll's Seattle return
Read full article: Raiders tie Seahawks 23-23 in Pete Carroll's Seattle returnPete Carroll’s Seattle return ended without a winner when Jalan Gaines blocked Daniel Carlson’s 55-yard field-goal try for Las Vegas as time expired, leaving the Raiders and Seahawks tied at 23 on Thursday night.
Pete Carroll, Geno Smith return to Seattle with Raiders
Read full article: Pete Carroll, Geno Smith return to Seattle with RaidersPete Carroll played a new role in familiar territory Thursday night, with his first preseason game as coach of the Las Vegas Raiders coming against the Seattle Seahawks.
Cowboys can't afford to let Micah Parsons' contract dispute linger into the season
Read full article: Cowboys can't afford to let Micah Parsons' contract dispute linger into the seasonJerry Jones is known for dragging contract negotiations so it’s no surprise Micah Parsons is just the latest Dallas Cowboys star player to have to wait on a new deal.
Anthony Richardson injured as Colts fall to Ravens 24-16 in their preseason opener
Read full article: Anthony Richardson injured as Colts fall to Ravens 24-16 in their preseason openerAnthony Richardson’s preseason opener was cut short early, and the Indianapolis Colts went on to lose 24-16 to the Baltimore Ravens.
Push on! Eagles use tush push on opening drive after short-yardage play nearly banned in NFL
Read full article: Push on! Eagles use tush push on opening drive after short-yardage play nearly banned in NFLThe Philadelphia Eagles continue to use the controversial tush push play, which remains legal despite attempts to ban it.
Colts QB Richardson leaves preseason game with a pinky injury; CB Walley has a torn ACL
Read full article: Colts QB Richardson leaves preseason game with a pinky injury; CB Walley has a torn ACLIndianapolis quarterback Anthony Richardson left the Colts' preseason game against Baltimore after taking a sack from David Ojabo.
Bronze statue of Tom Brady to be unveiled before Patriots' exhibition opener
Read full article: Bronze statue of Tom Brady to be unveiled before Patriots' exhibition openerTom Brady left his imprint all over the New England Patriots’ record books during his stellar two-decade run with the team.
Joint practices give coaches a better way to evaluate starters in more competitive environment
Read full article: Joint practices give coaches a better way to evaluate starters in more competitive environmentBaker Mayfield got in the middle of a scuffle and injured All-Pro tackle Tristan Wirfs went onto the field on a crutch to join his teammates.
Venus Williams loses in straight sets to Bouzas Maneiro in 1st round at Cincinnati Open
Read full article: Venus Williams loses in straight sets to Bouzas Maneiro in 1st round at Cincinnati OpenVenus Williams, who returned to tennis last month after being away from the sport for more than a year, lost to Jessica Bouzas Maneiro of Spain 6-4, 6-4 in the first round of the Cincinnati Open.
Jen Pawol feels like `fully charged battery ready to go' ahead of breaking big league gender barrier
Read full article: Jen Pawol feels like `fully charged battery ready to go' ahead of breaking big league gender barrierJen Pawol is set to make history as the first female umpire in more than 150 years of Major League Baseball.
Chargers' Rashawn Slater suffers season-ending leg injury weeks after contract extension
Read full article: Chargers' Rashawn Slater suffers season-ending leg injury weeks after contract extensionLos Angeles Chargers tackle Rashawn Slater suffered a torn patellar tendon in practice Thursday and will miss the upcoming season.
USA Gymnastics is entering a new era both on and off the floor as the US championships begin
Read full article: USA Gymnastics is entering a new era both on and off the floor as the US championships beginA new wave of gymnasts are ready to step into the spotlight at the U.S. Gymnastics Championships.
NWSL's Courage abruptly fires coach for a 'multitude of factors' but offers no specifics
Read full article: NWSL's Courage abruptly fires coach for a 'multitude of factors' but offers no specificsNorth Carolina Courage sporting director Ceri Bowley said there were a “multitude of factors” that led to the firing of coach Sean Nahas but would not elaborate.
Mets to celebrate 60th anniversary of the Beatles' Shea Stadium concert with special night
Read full article: Mets to celebrate 60th anniversary of the Beatles' Shea Stadium concert with special nightThe New York Mets will honor the 60th anniversary of the Fab Four’s performance at Shea Stadium when they host the Seattle Mariners on Aug. 15 for The Beatles Night at Citi Field.
Jaguars to play starters, including rookie Travis Hunter, in preseason opener against the Steelers
Read full article: Jaguars to play starters, including rookie Travis Hunter, in preseason opener against the SteelersHeisman Trophy winner Travis Hunter will make his professional debut playing both sides of the ball.
Ousmane Dembélé and Chloe Kelly nominated for men's and women's Ballon d'Or awards
Read full article: Ousmane Dembélé and Chloe Kelly nominated for men's and women's Ballon d'Or awardsParis Saint-Germain forward Ousmane Dembélé and England forward Chloe Kelly are among the contenders to win the men’s and women’s Ballon d’Or award.
A year after fame found him in Paris, Stephen Nedoroscik, aka 'Pommel Horse Guy,' is back for more
Read full article: A year after fame found him in Paris, Stephen Nedoroscik, aka 'Pommel Horse Guy,' is back for moreStephen Nedoroscik, known as "Pommel Horse Guy," remains dedicated to gymnastics despite his newfound fame.
Red Sox sign rookie phenom Roman Anthony to an 8-year, $130 million contact
Read full article: Red Sox sign rookie phenom Roman Anthony to an 8-year, $130 million contactThe Red Sox signed rookie phenom Roman Anthony to an eight-year, $130 million contract through 2033, spending some of the cash they saved by trading Rafael Devers away on a player they hope will be the centerpiece of the next generation of Boston stars.
Running back James Cook's contract standoff with Bills reaches 3rd practice
Read full article: Running back James Cook's contract standoff with Bills reaches 3rd practiceThe Buffalo Bills and James Cook are in a contract standoff, with the running back skipping his third consecutive training camp practice.
Ohio State's QB competition between Julian Sayin and Lincoln Kienholz remains too close to call
Read full article: Ohio State's QB competition between Julian Sayin and Lincoln Kienholz remains too close to callOhio State's quarterback competition between Julian Sayin and Lincoln Kienholz remains close after the first week of preseason practices.
The history of Houston Little League Baseball
Read full article: The history of Houston Little League BaseballAfter Lamar Little League punched its ticket to the 2025 Little League World Series in Williamsport, Pennsylvania, it’s worth looking back at the history of Houston-area teams on the national baseball stage.
Gavin Williams just misses Guardians' first no-hitter in 44 years in 4-1 win over Mets
Read full article: Gavin Williams just misses Guardians' first no-hitter in 44 years in 4-1 win over MetsGavin Williams came within two outs of Cleveland’s first no-hitter in 44 years before Juan Soto homered with one out in the ninth inning, and the Guardians completed a three-game sweep of the reeling New York Mets with a 4-1 win Wednesday.
IndyCar officials and Pato O'Ward shocked by ICE-related 'Speedway Slammer' post
Read full article: IndyCar officials and Pato O'Ward shocked by ICE-related 'Speedway Slammer' postIndyCar driver Pato O’Ward and series officials are shocked by a social media post from the Department of Homeland Security.
Gavin Williams overcomes frightful first, nearly pitches Guardians' first no-hitter in 44 years
Read full article: Gavin Williams overcomes frightful first, nearly pitches Guardians' first no-hitter in 44 yearsTwo hard-hit comebackers in the first inning had Gavin Williams worrying about the direction his start would take against the New York Mets.
Travis Kelce's transformation: Chiefs star trims down, gears up for another Super Bowl run
Read full article: Travis Kelce's transformation: Chiefs star trims down, gears up for another Super Bowl runTravis Kelce has trimmed down considerably since last season, and it has been noticeable in the way he's been making plays in training camp.
Aaron Rodgers is open to playing in Steelers' preseason opener as rookie QB Howard deals with injury
Read full article: Aaron Rodgers is open to playing in Steelers' preseason opener as rookie QB Howard deals with injuryAaron Rodgers isn't ruling himself out of Pittsburgh's preseason opener against Jacksonville.
Cam Ward, Travis Hunter and Ashton Jeanty are among the NFL rookies to watch this season
Read full article: Cam Ward, Travis Hunter and Ashton Jeanty are among the NFL rookies to watch this seasonImpressive and fantastic are a couple of the words used to describe Tennessee quarterback Cam Ward as the No. 1-overall pick in April’s NFL draft takes over as the starter for a franchise that won just three games last season.
MLB is calling up its first female umpire, promoting Jen Pawol for Saturday's Marlins-Braves game
Read full article: MLB is calling up its first female umpire, promoting Jen Pawol for Saturday's Marlins-Braves gameJen Pawol is set to become the first woman to umpire in Major League Baseball when she works games this weekend between the Miami Marlins and Atlanta Braves.
US Open singles champions will get a record $5 million in 2025 and total compensation is up 20%
Read full article: US Open singles champions will get a record $5 million in 2025 and total compensation is up 20%Prize money at the U.S. Open will rise to nearly $85 million across all competitions this year.
Rookie QB Shedeur Sanders to start in Browns preseason opener against the Panthers
Read full article: Rookie QB Shedeur Sanders to start in Browns preseason opener against the PanthersRookie Shedeur Sanders will start for the Cleveland Browns in their preseason opener against the Carolina Panthers on Friday night with the recently signed Tyler Huntley also expected to play.
Panthers CB Jaycee Horn not seriously injured in car accident, is day to day with thumb injury
Read full article: Panthers CB Jaycee Horn not seriously injured in car accident, is day to day with thumb injuryCarolina Panthers cornerback Jaycee Horn escaped serious injury after a car accident on Wednesday morning on the way to the team's stadium.
Lindsey Vonn hires former ski great Aksel Lund Svindal as coach ahead of Olympic season
Read full article: Lindsey Vonn hires former ski great Aksel Lund Svindal as coach ahead of Olympic seasonLindsey Vonn has added former ski champion Aksel Lund Svindal to her coaching team as she prepares for next year's Winter Olympics.
ESPN reaches multi-year extension to air NFL Draft as well as additional rights for DTC service
Read full article: ESPN reaches multi-year extension to air NFL Draft as well as additional rights for DTC serviceESPN will continue to broadcast the NFL Draft as well as obtaining new digital rights for its upcoming direct-to-consumer service.
Sex toy thrown near Indiana's Sophie Cunningham during game in Los Angeles
Read full article: Sex toy thrown near Indiana's Sophie Cunningham during game in Los AngelesA sex toy landed near Indiana’s Sophie Cunningham after it was thrown from the stands in Los Angeles while the Fever played the Sparks on Tuesday night.
Son Heung-min signs with MLS' Los Angeles FC after a decade at Tottenham
Read full article: Son Heung-min signs with MLS' Los Angeles FC after a decade at TottenhamSon Heung-min agreed to a contract with Los Angeles FC on Tuesday, finalizing his move to Major League Soccer after a decade at Tottenham Hotspur.
Brewers use best 60-game stretch in team history to state case as best team in the major leagues
Read full article: Brewers use best 60-game stretch in team history to state case as best team in the major leaguesThe Milwaukee Brewers are making it more difficult to be overlooked on the national stage.
‘Bright, beautiful smile’: Montgomery teen athlete dies after suffering fatal heart attack
Read full article: ‘Bright, beautiful smile’: Montgomery teen athlete dies after suffering fatal heart attackA Montgomery family is grieving the unexpected death of 15-year-old Kaleb Hill, an incoming high school freshman who collapsed from a fatal heart attack just days after receiving a routine sports physical.
From fashion fines to man in charge: Aaron Glenn's former Jets teammates proud of his NFL journey
Read full article: From fashion fines to man in charge: Aaron Glenn's former Jets teammates proud of his NFL journeyAaron Glenn played eight seasons with the New York Jets and became head coach last January.
Athletics' Shea Langeliers join elite list of catchers with second 3-homer game
Read full article: Athletics' Shea Langeliers join elite list of catchers with second 3-homer gameThe Athletics’ Shea Langeliers has become the fourth catcher to have two three-homer games after belting three against the Washington Nationals.
Lamar Little League punches ticket to Williamsport in 5-2 victory over Louisiana
Read full article: Lamar Little League punches ticket to Williamsport in 5-2 victory over LouisianaLamar Little League is headed to Williamsport after beating Eastbank Little League out of Kenner, Louisiana in the Southwest Regional Finals.
Cowboys owner Jerry Jones has not spoken with Micah Parsons following public trade request
Read full article: Cowboys owner Jerry Jones has not spoken with Micah Parsons following public trade requestDallas Cowboys owner and general manager Jerry Jones has not spoken to Micah Parsons since the star defensive end publicly requested a trade on Friday.
ESPN is acquiring NFL Network, rights for RedZone in a deal giving the NFL a stake in the network
Read full article: ESPN is acquiring NFL Network, rights for RedZone in a deal giving the NFL a stake in the networkThe NFL has entered into a nonbinding agreement to sell NFL Network and other media assets to ESPN.
Aaron Judge returns to the lineup at DH as the Yankees wait for clarity on his throwing arm
Read full article: Aaron Judge returns to the lineup at DH as the Yankees wait for clarity on his throwing armAaron Judge is back in the lineup as the designated hitter for the New York Yankees following a 10-day stint on the injured list with a flexor tendon strain in his right elbow.
Seattle NHL team's mascot has a close encounter with a brown bear during video shoot in Alaska
Read full article: Seattle NHL team's mascot has a close encounter with a brown bear during video shoot in AlaskaA Seattle Kraken ice hockey player and the team's mascot had a close call with a brown bear during a video shoot in Alaska.
In NCAA streamlining, the big conferences get more power, but not everything they wanted
Read full article: In NCAA streamlining, the big conferences get more power, but not everything they wantedThe NCAA has approved new rules requiring major decisions to gain approval from all four major conferences or support from a smaller conference.
Trump creates task force to prepare for 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles
Read full article: Trump creates task force to prepare for 2028 Olympic Games in Los AngelesPresident Donald Trump on Tuesday established a task force on the 2028 Olympic Games being held in Los Angeles that he said would ensure the event is “safe, seamless and historically successful.”.
Alex Ovechkin partners with a Russian technology company to make a movie about his career
Read full article: Alex Ovechkin partners with a Russian technology company to make a movie about his careerAlex Ovechkin has partnered with a Russian technology company to produce a movie, series or documentary about his NHL career.
Hendrickson to headline wrestling event as Hulk Hogan's venture continues after his death
Read full article: Hendrickson to headline wrestling event as Hulk Hogan's venture continues after his deathWyatt Hendrickson will face Mostafa Aly Elsayed Gabr Elders in Real American Freestyle wrestling's main event on Aug. 30.
Dodgers activate Max Muncy from injured list, but also put Tommy Edman on the shelf
Read full article: Dodgers activate Max Muncy from injured list, but also put Tommy Edman on the shelfThe Los Angeles Dodgers activated Max Muncy from the injured list and put fellow infielder Tommy Edman on the list Monday.
Aaron Judge comes off IL, set to rejoin the struggling Yankees at Texas
Read full article: Aaron Judge comes off IL, set to rejoin the struggling Yankees at TexasAaron Judge has been activated off the 10-day injured list by the New York Yankees and is set to return Tuesday night at the Texas Rangers.
Eagles running back Saquon Barkley declines invitation to join Trump's sports council
Read full article: Eagles running back Saquon Barkley declines invitation to join Trump's sports councilSaquon Barkley has declined an invitation to join President Donald Trump's council on sports, fitness, and nutrition.
Shedeur Sanders remained focused on rookie season with Browns during father's cancer battle
Read full article: Shedeur Sanders remained focused on rookie season with Browns during father's cancer battleShedeur Sanders didn’t have time to be sad while his father battled bladder cancer during the spring.
San Antonio Spurs, De’Aaron Fox agree to four-year, $228M extension, AP source says
Read full article: San Antonio Spurs, De’Aaron Fox agree to four-year, $228M extension, AP source saysSan Antonio Spurs guard De’Aaron Fox has agreed to a four-year, $228 million contract extension, an AP source has confirmed.
Driver attempting to set a record at Utah’s Bonneville Salt Flats dies after losing control
Read full article: Driver attempting to set a record at Utah’s Bonneville Salt Flats dies after losing controlA driver going 283 mph trying to set a land speed record during a racing event at Utah’s famed Bonneville Salt Flats died Sunday after he lost control of his rocket-like vehicle called the Speed Demon.
Novak Djokovic withdraws from the Cincinnati Open and will head to the US Open without preparation
Read full article: Novak Djokovic withdraws from the Cincinnati Open and will head to the US Open without preparationNovak Djokovic has pulled out of the Cincinnati Open for what officially was listed as a “non-medical” reason.
Athletic trainer breaks down how Houston-area athletes beat the heat in summer practices
Read full article: Athletic trainer breaks down how Houston-area athletes beat the heat in summer practicesWith the summer months just around the corner, Houstonians are gearing up for sweltering humidity, extreme UV indexes and triple-digit temperatures. In the presence of the infamous Texas heat, maintaining proper hydration is vital to keeping Houston’s high school athletes safe.
Big Dumper's big year: Cal Raleigh's 'staggering' season leads an offensive surge by MLB catchers
Read full article: Big Dumper's big year: Cal Raleigh's 'staggering' season leads an offensive surge by MLB catchersSeattle's Cal Raleigh, known as "Big Dumper," has been a powerhouse this season, hitting 42 homers.
Longhorns rank No. 1 in College Football Preseason Coaches Poll
Read full article: Longhorns rank No. 1 in College Football Preseason Coaches PollOn Monday, the College Football Preseason Coaches Poll ranked the Longhorns as the No. 1 team in the country. The reigning national champion Ohio State Buckeyes came in just behind Texas at No. 2.
Bills GM Beane has no timeline on contract standoff with Cook after RB skips 2nd day of practice
Read full article: Bills GM Beane has no timeline on contract standoff with Cook after RB skips 2nd day of practiceBuffalo Bills general manager Brandon Beane told The Associated Press that he isn’t sure how long the contract standoff with James Cook will last after the running back declined to participate in practice for a second straight day.
Dutch foundation launches class action lawsuit against FIFA over transfer rules after Diarra ruling
Read full article: Dutch foundation launches class action lawsuit against FIFA over transfer rules after Diarra rulingA Dutch group has filed a class action lawsuit against FIFA and five other football associations.